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Newsletter of the Bowling Green, Ohio, Branch
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EQUITY IS STILL AN ISSUE.
Members of the Bowling Green Branch
of the American Association of University
Women (AAUW) met Saturday, September 15,
2007 at 10 a.m. at the Bowling Green Country
Club. The brunch event was the first of the new
membership year for the organization, whose
mission is to promote education and equity for
women and girls.
More than sixty women attended the
membership brunch. Keynote speakers included
Bowling Green State University undergraduate
student Amanda Moynak and AAUW State
President-Elect Diane Regan.
Monyak was sponsored by the Branch
to attend the College Women Student Leaders
Conference in Washington, D.C. over the sum-
mer. ―At the conference, I met excellent exam-
ples of successful women, and it gave me a
chance to explore my own interests,‖ Monyak
said. During the event, she attended workshop
sessions on leadership, public policy and a num-
ber of other emerging issues.
Diane Regan, Ohio’s AAUW President-
elect, encouraged the membership to continue
working for women’s equality, which remains an
issue in America. ―On our own, we can act.
Together, we can act effectively,‖ Regan said.
The Bowling Green Branch is currently
raising funds for the Educational Foundation and
Legal Advocacy Fund. They also provide two
scholarships for local seventh and eighth grade
girls to attend BE WISE each summer, a camp
that focuses on teaching girls the value of math
and science. Scholarships are also awarded each
year to assist non-traditional female students at
BGSU in their studies.
AAUW-Bowling Green is sponsoring
an Elder-Beerman Community Days fund-raiser
to benefit local scholarships on Saturday, No-
vember 10, 2007.
Jamie Hoover
Public Information/Publicity
I N S I D E
T H I S
I S S U E :
Message from
the BG Branch
Chair
2
Message From
Policy Chair
3
Plan Ahead 4
October
Calendar
5
Thank You
from Amanda
Monyak
6
League of
Women
Voters
7
2008
Programming
8
Mission
Statement
9
Breakfast with
the Candidates
10
Kathy Buckley 11
2007 AAUW Introductory Brunch
AAUW focus
O C T O B E R 2 0 0 7 A A U W K E Y S T O T H E
P A G E 2
Message from the BG Branch President
A A U W F O C U S
In the August 2007 AAUW Focus, Diane Regan, president-
elect for AAUW Ohio, stated that AAU W is poised to
become the organization of choice for women in the 21st
Century. I think that the BG Branch is poised to be that
organization in Wood County. I was so impressed by
the conversations, excitement and energy at the Septem-
ber 15th Brunch. Let’s keep that excitement and energy
going as we focus equity through local advocacy, educa-
tion and research. Welcome to all the new members
for 2007- 2008. I am excited have you part of the
Branch. I know you will bring in new ideas, energy and
excitement as we work toward our goals.
New members for 2007-2008!
Gail Adler Kathy Beattie
Sue Bigaila Sarah Harrison
Lynn Darby Jamie Hoover
Jessica Kayse Jane Rosser
Molly Laflin DJ Kern-Blystone
Marti Gaustad Bonnie Berger
Lynne Hewitt Lynn Pearson
Susan Macias Tamara Rice
Sally Click Kristine Blair
Robb Coffman Dana Coffman
Linda Hobbs Jamie Hollinger
Teresa Hudson Kelly McHugh
Joy Potthoff Ash Sohoni
Cindi Baum Amanda Moynak
Lee Meiser Christine Craddock
One of the new and exciting AAUW initiatives is our
partnership with CARE. CARE (www.care.org) is a lead-
ing humanitarian organization fighting global poverty and
has a special focus working with women in poverty.
Women are at the heart of CARE's community-based
efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of
HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, ex-
pand economic opportunity and protect natural re-
sources. CARE and AAUW have several ways we can
"join the movement" of global women's empowerment in
the fight against poverty and unequal access to educa-
tion! Some of the ideas generated at the Association
level are:
Hosting an Education Awareness Day in the local com-
munity
Joining the CARE- AAUW "Education is Powerful" Short
Story Contest..
Supporting the Education for All Act of 2007.
Let’s think about how we can get involved in this pro-
ject! Jan Twork is the BG Branch International/
Multicultural/Global Affairs Interest Group Chair and
would like to hear your ideas. Send your ideas to her at
At the local level, there are four events coming up that
will showcase our commitment to equity, security, diver-
sity and safety. Please mark you calendars and participate
in these events:
Program on diversity, featuring Comedian Kathy Buckley
on October 12th at 7:00 pm on the BGSU Campus in the
BTSU Ballroom or 10:30 am on BGSU Campus in Ols-
camp 101-A.
2007 Silent Witness Project Unveiling, which will take
place on October 15th, at 6:30 pm, at the First United
Methodist Church. Last year, there were 42 silent wit-
ness figures and almost 400 audience members. This
year, there are (sadly) 50 figures! If you need more infor-
mation, contact Mary Krueger at [email protected].
Candidates Forum co-sponsored with the League of
Women Voters on Saturday, October 27, 2007 at the
Simpson Building located at 1291 Conneaut Avenue and
starting at 9:00 am (doors open at 8:30 am).
Domestic Violence: Challenges & Security Public Forum
on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at St. Mark's Church
from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The panelists are Gabrielle David,
J.D., University of Toledo, Heath Huber, Owens Com-
munity College and Michelle Clossick, Cocoon Shelter
Executive Director. This event is co-sponsored with BG
Zonta Club. We will need all members to assist with
this event and bring a dessert. We will be advertising
and inviting the public.
I hope to see all of you at these events. Remember
equity is still an issue!
--Deborah Wooldridge, BG Branch President
P A G E 3
AAUW Keys to the Future:“A Member-Get-A-Member” Campaign ―A Member-Get-A Member ―campaign continues this year. We are already off to a good start with more than 15 new
members. Research shows that the most effective way to get new members is by PERSONAL INVOLVEMENT from a current
member! This campaign will focus on essential keys to AAUW’s future: equity, advocacy, lifelong learning, leadership training,
public policy, a diverse membership, and our unmatched legacy.
This is the way it works: EACH MEMBER IS CHALLENGED TO RECRUIT ONE PAID MEMBER BETWEEN JUNE 1,
2007 AND JUNE 15, 2008!!
Here are the rewards for recruiting a member:
Names of recruiters on AAUW web site in the Hall of Fame.
Certificate of recognition to everyone who recruits a new member.
Exclusive AAUW Keys to the Future Logo Award Winner Lapel Pin to those who recruit five (5) or more new members. Mem-
bers recruited in Year Two will be counted with those recruited in Year One toward the MGM Logo Lapel Pin.
Special Incentives:
Individual who brings in highest number of new members receives $100 gift certificate at Amazon.com.
Branch that brings in the highest number of new members, $50 Amazon gift certificate.
Branch that brings in the highest number of new members by percentage, $50 Amazon gift certificate.
State that brings in the highest number of new members receives an exclusive AAUW Keys to the Future banner.
State that brings in the highest number of new members by percentage receives an exclusive AAUW Keys to the Future banner.
More information is available at www.aauw.org.
--Lona Leck and Susan Peet, Co-Vice Presidents of Membership
From the Public Policy Chair On October 1st 2007, the U.S. Supreme Court began its new term. Although the last term of the Court resulted
in some key decisions that were not in line with AAUW's values and principles, we still have an opportunity to fix one of
them with the passage of the Fair Pay Restoration Act .
The Supreme Court's decision in the Ledbetter v. Goodyear case in May 2007 severely limited the ability of victims of
pay discrimination to sue under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Fair Pay Restoration Act would restore the
law to consistency with Congress' intent and with the Court's own precedents. AAUW believes the
outcome in Ledbetter is fundamentally unfair to victims of pay discrimination, which is responsible for a
significant portion of the wage gap experienced by women and people of color. Although the
wage gap has narrowed over the years, success in closing the gap remains elusive, and the Supreme
Court's recent decision in the Ledbetter v. Goodyear case will make it even more difficult for women
workers and employees of color to close the wage gap.
While many senators have talked about supporting this critical legislation, sponsorship has not
been as abundant as we need it to be to show widespread bipartisan support. In fact, AAUW has heard
from several senate offices that have said they need to hear from their constituents on this issue in or-
der to lend their support.
So, let them hear! Contact Senators Voinovich and Brown (you can do this through the Associa-
tion website if you like), and urge them to co-sponsor the Fair Pay Restoration Act.
- Mary Krueger, Public Policy Chair
P A G E 4
Legal Advocacy Fund puts
AAUW mission in action
Plan Ahead... Put this date on your spring calendar!
2008 AAUW Ohio State Convention
Zanesville, Ohio April 18-19, 2008
For details, go to: http://www.aauwoh.org/
The Literature Group gathers on the first
Saturday of every month (except January and July),
at noon, at Grounds for Thought. Please bring a
book of your choice to review!
--Holly Norton, literature group leader
HELP LAF DO ITS WORK!
•Make a monetary donation; our donations keep the LAF healthy and helpful. Your checks
are tax- deductible.
•Go to www.aauw.org/laf/cases and read about current legal cases that our donations
support!
If you would like to make a donation to the Legal Advocacy Fund, please send your
check, made out to AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund, to:
Jeannie Ludlow, LAF Chair
910 N. Main Street
Bowling Green, OH 43402
If you have any questions or concerns, e-mail
A A U W F O C U S
Plan ahead...to shop! Mark Saturday, November 10 on your calendar—the next Elder-Beerman
Community Day fundraiser. President Deborah Wooldridge has again regis-
tered our Branch for the coupon sale. Let’s repeat our 2006 success, which
allowed us to significantly increase the scholarships we offer!! Further details
at:
www.communitydayevent.com
Contact Deborah Wooldridge at [email protected]
or Margaret Weinberger at [email protected] for
coupon booklets
Schedule of Events
for October
Friday, Oct. 12th:
Embracing Diversity
Speaker: Comedian
Kathy Buckley- BTSU
7:30 p.m.
Co-Sponsor of the event
with the College of
EDHD, Office of Disabil-
ity and Student Affairs
Monday, Oct. 15th:
Silent Witness
Program
First United Methodist
Church
6:30-9:00 p.m.
Co-Sponsored event
with BG Women’s
Center
Saturday, Oct. 27th
Candidates Forum
Simpson Building @
1291 Conneaut Ave. 9:00
a.m. Co-Sponsored
with League of Women
Voters
Boosting our mission resources:
A A U W K E Y S T O T H E F U T U R E : “ A
OCTOBER 2007
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12
Embracing
Diversity
13
14
15
Silent Witness
Program
16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Candidates
Forum
28 29 30 31
P A G E 5
P A G E 6
“At the “At the
conference, I conference, I
met excellent met excellent
examples of examples of
successful successful
women, and women, and
it gave me a it gave me a
chance to chance to
explore my explore my
own own
interests” interests”
Thank You AAUW
A A U W F O C U S
First of all, I want to thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to attend
AAUW’s College Women Student Leaders conference in Washington D.C. from June
7-9th, ―Leadership for Today and Tomorrow‖. Without the help of everyone here, I
would not have had the chance to be inspired by all of the wonderful women I met at
the conference that weekend.
For me, inspiration was among one of the most important components of the lead-
ership conference. Zainab Salbi, one of the keynote speakers at the event, is the foun-
der and CEO of Women for Women International, an organization which helps female
survivors of war begin to re-establish their lives. Courtney Lynch, the second keynote
speaker, was the Co-Founder of Lead Star, an organization which aims to help women
identify how they can become outstanding leaders. Both Salbi and Lynch have used
their education to the fullest, by establishing these organizations, publishing books
about their experiences, and encouraging young women to do the same.
AAUW also invited five more women to give speeches conference, all of whom
achieved ambitious goals. The ―Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony,‖ which was
held the first night of the conference, honored all of them. Each woman came from
various fields, including education, communications, mental health, and business. Deb-
orah Bial, one of the recipients of the award, founded the Posse Foundation which
helps youth gain access to higher education. Asra Q. Nomani was also among the five
women, her work focusing on improving rights for women in the Muslim community.
These are just two of the women who were featured at the presentation, which illus-
trated how there is a great range in how we can apply our knowledge to create posi-
tive change.
Not only did the conference provide excellent examples of successful women, but
it also gave me tools to explore my own interests. The conference organized three
workshop sessions, all of which were very informative. In one session, I learned about
the field of public policy—what it means to be a ―policy maker‖ and how policies are
actually implemented into our government. Another session helped me recognize how
values can often tailor ones career path, and how those values can develop and change
after time. Lastly, I learned about the role of confidence in career and leadership posi-
tions, something I truly think is vital for women to attain.
While I was able to participate in these invaluable sessions, I had the privilege of
meeting so many women my age who are wholly committed to improving our world.
This sense of togetherness and collective thinking is something so many people seek to
find, and I was lucky enough to experience it with women who come from such di-
verse backgrounds.
I learned from this conference how to become a better leader and how to keep
focus when looking for a career. It also reassured me that I can do anything—I sup-
pose I have a big task ahead of me though, which is figuring out what that is. Thank
you again for giving me such a fantastic opportunity. I hope that someday I can do the
same for another young woman who is yearning to find out exactly how she can help
make the world a more peaceful and empowering place—for all of us.
-Amanda M. Monyak
Senior, Women’s Studies (BGSU)
Support AAUW when you buy books from Amazon. Go to
www.aauw.org and click on the Amazon hyperlink in the lower right.
You’ll be instantly connected to Amazon and AAUW will get a por-
tion of your sale!! Slick!
Branch partners with League of Women Voters
P A G E 7 A A U W K E Y S T O T H E
Once again this fall, the Branch will be a
co-sponsor of an open event to present
candidates for public office. The format this year
is a breakfast and an issues forum.
More information on page 8.
Check out these links for new events, outlooks, and helpful resources:
Women’s Center home page:
http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/women/index.htm
Brown Bag lunch series:
http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/women/Pages/brownbag.htm
BGSU Women’s Center Offers Great Resources
P A G E 8 BG AAUW 2007 - 2008 Program
…because equity is still an issue!
Date: Saturday, September 15, 2007
Topic: "Membership Matters Champagne
Brunch" Membership Drive & Orientation
Speaker: Diane Regan, State President of
AAUW &
Amanda Monyak, Founding President
of NARAL/BGSU
Venue: Bowling Green Country Club
Time: 10:00 am - 12: 00 noon
Date: Friday, October 12, 2007
Topic: Embracing Diversity
Speaker: Comedian Kathy Buckley is
Venue: BTSU
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Co-Sponsor of event with the College of
EDHD, Office of Disability, Student Affairs
Date: Monday, October 15, 2007
Topic: Silent Witness Program
Speaker: Co-Sponsor with
BG Women’s Center
Venue: First United Methodist Church
Time: 6:30 -- 9:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 27, 2007
Topic: Candidates' Forum
Co- Sponsor with League of Women Voters
Venue: Simpson Building @ 1291 Conneaut
Avenue
Time: 9:00 AM (doors open at 8:30 am)
Date: Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Topic: Domestic Violence: Challenges &
Security Public Forum
Panelists: Gabrielle David, J.D.,
University of Toledo
Heath Huber,
Owens Community College
Michelle Clossick, Cocoon Shelter
Venue: St. Mark's Church
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Co-Sponsored event with BG Zonta Club
Date: Sunday, December 2, 2007
Topic: "Winter Solstice Dinner and Music"
Music: "Jazz by Kevin Johnson and
Friends"
Venue: Bowling Green Country Club
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Date: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23,
March 1
Topic: Great Decisions
Speakers: TBA
Venue: Senior Center
Time: 9:30 am
Date: Thursday, February 21, 2008
Topic: “Financially Fit for Life” Panel
Speaker: TBA
Venue: Senior Center
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2008
Topic: "Celebrating Contributions of Out-
standing Women"
Speaker: Annual Business Meeting and
Awards Dinner
Venue: Heritage Inn
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
“Pay Equity Day”
Topic: “The Art of Negotiation:
Pay Equity”
Speaker: TBA
Venue: Senior Center
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Topic: "Supporting and Promoting Lead-
ership Deli- Dessert and Coffee"
Speaker: Presentation of Scholarship Win-
ners and Installation of New Officers
Venue: Wood County Library
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A A U W F O C U S
Moving AAUW forward into the future: New
Mission and Vision statements adopted
P A G E 9 A A U W K E Y S T O T H E
Descriptions of the 2007-0 reading selections are available at the Associa-
tion website:
http://www.aauw.org/community_programs/adelante/07.cfm
By selecting the "Buy the book now" links you can purchase the book
online at Amazon.com with a portion of the proceeds directly benefiting
AAUW.
This link will also give you the reading lists from years past, in case you’re
looking for a lot of good reads!!
MISSION STATEMENT: AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, edu-
cation, and research.
VISION STATEMENT: AAUW will be a powerful advocate and visible leader in equity and
education through research, philanthropy, and measurable change in critical areas impacting the
lives of women and girls.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse
membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gen-
der, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or class.
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION / EF: AAUW’s Educational Foundation provides funds to
advance education, research and self-development for women, and to foster equity and positive
societal change. Send EF Contributions to Branch EF Chair Adriene Knight, if you want a tax de-
duction.
LEGAL ADVOCACY FUND / LAF: AAUW’s Legal Advocacy Fund provides funding and a
support system for women seeking judicial redress for sex discrimination. Send LAF contributions
to Branch LAF Chair Jeannie Ludlow, if you want a tax deduction.
¡Adelante! Book List
SAVE THE DATE! Breakfast with the Candidates
Candidates’ Forum
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
Program begins at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Simpson Building
1291 Conneaut Avenue
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
Sponsored by:
League of Women Voters of Bowling Green
American Association of University Women
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation
Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce
BGSU Undergraduate Student Government
P A G E 1 0
A A U W F O C U S
SAVE THE DATE! Breakfast with the Candidates
Candidates’ Forum
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
Program begins at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Simpson Building
1291 Conneaut Avenue
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
Sponsored by:
League of Women Voters of Bowling Green
American Association of University Women
Bowling Green Parks and Recreation
Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce
BGSU Undergraduate Student Government
P A G E 1 1 A A U W K E Y S T O T H E
“DON’T BUCK WITH ME,
Now Hear This…”
“America's Favorite Hearing Impaired
Comedienne, Actress, Motivational Speaker
and Humanitarian"
Photograph provided via
Buckley’s Publicity Representative.
Bowling Green State University
Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Ballroom Side-A
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (Speaking first hour, Q. & A. to follow!)
Friday October 12, 2007
Admission: FREE to ALL,
& open to GENERAL PUBLIC
President Deborah Wooldridge
Past President Diane Regan
Co-VPs for Programming Fiona MacKinnon
Barbara Henry
Membership Susan Peet
Lona Leck
Recording Secretary Jean Gerard
Corresponding Secretary Beth Hofer (Interim)
Treasurer Joan Gordon
Legal Advocacy Fund (LAF) Jeannie Ludlow
Educational Foundation (EF) Adriene Knight
Public Information/Publicity Jamie Hoover
Public Policy Mary Krueger
Diversity Beth Hofer
Social Ann Light
Mary Lou Baty
Deb McLean
Newsletter Jessica Kayse
By-Laws Cindy Whipple
STARZ Award Marie Johnson
Web Manager Sue Bigaila
Kathy Beattie
Projects and Special Interests Groups:
Local Scholarship Fundraising Betty Jean Anderson
University Liaison/Scholarships Lisa Cesarini
Awards Phyllis Henry
BE WISE Camp Ellen Dalton
Cultural Interest Group Margit Heskett
Literature Interest Group Holly Norton
Great Decisions Series Radhika Gajjala
Linda Dobb
Beth Hofer
Creative Writing Teresa Milbrodt
International/Global Affairs Jan Twork
Elder Beerman Fundraiser Margaret Weinberger
Jessica Kayse,
Newsletter Editor
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