Membership is open to all women (and men!) with an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university; or from a professionally recognized institution (such as those that grant Registered Nurse degrees). Student affiliates are eligible if they are enrolled in a two-year or four-year program at a regionally accredited institution.
The AAUW Long Beach Branch celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2011. During those past years, we have supported opportunities for activism and have helped develop programs that promote education and equity, not just for women and girls, but also for the city of Long Beach. With your membership, you can be a part of AAUW-Long Beach’s dedication to advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.
Our $91.00 annual dues (July 1 – June 30) are divided among the three AAUW entities: Branch, State and Association. Student affiliate memberships are available at a lower rate.
New full-year members joining at a Branch event will have their first year dues lowered to $66.50
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Interest Groups
New members are always welcomed and appreciated in these interest groups:
New Members Group welcomes the new members into our branch. The meetings introduce the leaders, programs and interest groups available to them so the new member can explore fully the aspects of the branch that they find most interesting. Ellen Mathis and Barbara Gleason welcome members who have belonged fewer than three years. Contact information is (562) 433-6509; epmathis@verizon.net or (562) 421-2206; irishlbcc@verizon.net.
Public Policy hosted by Flo Pickett, explore, discuss and support the active legislative issues of AAUW, which underscore our mission of promoting equity and education for all women and girls. The meeting topics are current legislation before congress with significance to women and girls that AAUW is following. We will decide what issues we as individuals and the Long Beach branch can and will support. We will pass our knowledge and information along to all branch members and encourage them to become involved with AAUW issues. Contact information is (562) 421-5348; flopickett@earthlink.net.
Book Chat is held in the friendly setting of member’s home. The members present the most interesting book they have recently read, film they have recently seen or relate the most exciting travel experience they have had, or if time allows, all three! Light refreshments are served along with the intriguing conversation. Contact Helen Sebring, (562) 596-0180, for more information.
Literary Ladies meet to discuss and compare thoughts on a selected novel. Each member takes a turn recommending and leading the group on a recently published book. The ladies discover a new world and come together to hear the thoughts and insights of others in the group. The group meets at Jean Aldrich’s home on the second Monday. Contact Jean at (562) 430-8688
Great Books Group reads from an anthology published by the Great Books Foundation. It includes philosophy, poetry and fictional writing of prize winning and world renowned authors. Meeting on the first Monday they consider the themes and subjects that connect us all. Contact Linda Patten at (562) 402-6831; lindap99@verizon.net.
Antiques and Collectibles led by Barbara Gleason, meet quarterly to share their love and appreciation of beautiful and interesting works of art. Refreshments are graciously served and wonderful conversation ensues; held at various homes. Contact Barbara at (562) 421-2206.
Bridge Groups play at the Petroleum Club in Long Beach. To inquire for a seat on the second Friday kindly contact Cathy Cunningham at (562) 424-3166; catherine_j_cunningham@yahoo.com.
Great Discussions Groups meetings, held in February and March, have no more than ten members who have prepared by reading one chapter of the Great Decisions book; published by the Foreign Policy Association, about a situation of world importance. The moderated group meets to discuss the pros, cons, issues, and the importance of the topic. Each participant is encouraged to bring other sources of information. Everyone speaks in turn, no one is “wrong” and all opinions are respected. We have three Great Discussions groups, one morning, one afternoon, and one evening. Please contact Helen Sebring (562) 596-0180 for more information.
Residential Renters Discussion Group: Residential Renters Discussion Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month, at Joan Gustafson’s home at 10:00am. We welcome anyone with an interest in residential rentals to our meetings. Reservations are not required but an email/call to Joan at jwg221@aol.com or Ellen Mathis at epmathis@verizon.net will ensure there is a chair at the table for you.
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