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February Program
Speaker: Erin McCave
Lecturer and Assistant Research Professor of Engineering and Director of engage Engineering Fundamentals program, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting!
When: Feb 6, 2024 05:15 PM Eastern time
Members can sign in at 5:15pm if they would like to socialize before the program which starts at 5:30 p.m.
REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR ERIN MCCAVE ZOOM SPEAKER MEETING
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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More Information about Erin McCave
Lecturer and Assistant Research Professor Erin McCave has been selected as the director for the Jerry E. Stoneking engage Engineering Fundamentals program after having served in the interim role since August 1, 2023.
McCave, who arrived at UT three years ago, earned her bachelor’s degree from Michigan Technology University in biomedical engineering in 2003 followed by a PhD in Bioengineering from Clemson in 2014. She is an expert in engineering education research focusing on underrepresented students’ identity development, faculty agency, and student success and wellbeing.
McCave is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education. She was awarded funding from the Office of the Provost and the Division of Student Success in the fall of 2022 to support a grant targeted at increasing student’s scholars’ self-efficacy regarding math and physics and developing students’ skills related to academic stress management and self-regulated learning strategies.
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POLLY WELBURN
We mourn the loss of Polly Welburn, a 50-year member and a long time branch member. Here is a link her information on the Reynolds-Jonkoff page
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Board Members Needed
Open Elected Board Positions
these can be a single person, co-officers, or head a group for programs, etc.
- President
- Finance Officer
- Program VP
Open Board Appointments
- Public Policy
- AAUW Funds
- College/University Liaison
Interested?
- Co-lead any position with a friend!
- Board meets 4 times a year
- Meetings last an hour
- Time commitment
- Details of current positions
Volunteer! Or recommend someone else! Contact Amy Shamroe (517) 930-9999, or Leanne Baumeler (231) 499-1025.
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2023-2024 AAUW Directories Available!
Extra! Extra! Read all the addresses! Our directories are here and they will be making an appearance at the various interest group events: at poetry, bridge, book sale, book clubs, and more!
Contact me directly to set up a separate pick-up or drop off time: Amy Gibson (662) 202-5692 aemark1@gmail.com
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Scholarship Committee
The 2024 Scholarships for AAUW will once again be offered starting this spring. The scholarship program assists women in the five county area who want to improve their educational credentials and enhance their personal and career opportunities.
Betty Lien is the Chair of the Scholarship Committee. Refer friends and interested candidates to our Local Scholarships page: https://traversecityarea-mi.aauw.net/scholarships/
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Lunchin' Around
Please join us on Thursday, February 15 (note new day!) 11:30 a.m. at Minerva's
Question of the Lunch: Where would you choose to live if you had to leave this country?
Please join us on Thursday, February 15 (note new day!) 11:30 a.m
Minerva/Park Place
300 E State St, Traverse City Restaurant
Easy parking ( free...no need to pay the meter !)
RSVP by Monday, February 13
Sandy Seppala-Gyr
sansep19@gmail.com
703-597-7925 (mobile)
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First Saturdays Book & Puzzle Sales
@ the Indoor Farmers Market!
Join us for our mini sale on Saturday, February 3rd. Volunteer or stop by and see us! If you have donations, bring them to contact Shirley Murray if you have more than a box. If you would like to help, just let us know!
VOLUNTEER, DONATE, SHOP
This year's remaining dates are: Feb. 3, March 2, & April 6, 2024.
Profits
November 2023: $172
December 2023: $228
January 2024: $153
contacts: Amy Gibson and Shirley Murray sgibsonmurray@gmail.com
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Talkin' Cancer
Monday, February 26
(last Monday of month)
10 a.m. Coffee & tea available
Home of Sandy Seppala Gyr
604 Second St. Traverse City
Join us to talk life with cancer—
share our experiences, help each other,
share tips, and support each other.
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Models are wearing earrings made in Hawaii, gifted by Joyce Jasinski who used to live there.
RSVP by February 23rd
Sandy Seppala-Gyr cell: 703-597-7925, sansep19@gmail.com
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YOUR STORY COULD BE HERE!
Submit a story by February 15th for the next newsletter.
Contact Amy Gibson at aemark1@gmail.com
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Poetry Group
February 16, 2024 from 11 - 1 p.m.
Snacks provided.
Bring your poetry and/or enjoy work by selected poets.
We welcome new members; it’s really interesting and fun.
Location: Shirley Murray’s
610 Cottageview. Park in back.
Questions, call or email Shirley at 231-943-4663. sgibsonmurray@gmail.com
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Bridge Group
February 8th & February 22nd
11:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch and bridge at the Traverse City Country Club in the downstairs card room. Enter at the lower level.
Questions, call or email Shirley at 231-943-4663. sgibsonmurray@gmail.com
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The Verna Mae Book Group did not meet on January 31st. Book club was cancelled to attend Polly Welburn's funeral. Polly was a member of this book club and will be missed.
The discussion of Killers of the Flower Moon has been moved to the Wednesday, February 28th meeting.
Date: February 28
Time: 10 a.m
Location: TADL Library on Woodmere, Thirlby Rm
Book: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
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Monday Night Book Group
(formerly the Thursday Night Book Group)
Irene Brown is hosting at Autumn House (formerly Samaritas) in Williamsburg Ruth Jones is leading the discussion and is co-hosting, so please let Ruth know if you will be attending: (231) 645-1761. You may want to make a daytime test run as the road (off US31 or M72) is a bit difficult to see until it's too late to make the turn.
Monday, February 12, 6:00 p.m.
Landscape of a Marriage by Gail Ward Olmstead
at Autumn House of Williamsburg (Samaritis)
contact: Ruth Jones (231) 645-1761
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The Night Readers will meet on Tuesday, February 20, 6:30 p.m. at the Elk's Club to discususs The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon. | |
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Keeping in Touch
As AAUW members and friends, we have much to celebrate, recognize and honor. Please share with Pat Lewallen via email: bandplew@chartermi.net or call home phone: 231-946-3746. Special milestones among our members: birthdays, accomplishments, celebrations, condolences, etc. Pat will get out an appropriate card to them.
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Getting to Know Leanne Baumeler
Why did you join AAUW?
I joined AAUW for a couple of reasons. Friends and co-workers kept mentioning the group and how impactful membership was to them. My sister, who lives in California, is a long-time member and we were looking for something to do together. We have attended two national conferences together and were able to meet Lilly Ledbetter! We have many long talks about best practices for branch leadership.
Tell us about your service?
I've served on our branch board as college liaison, secretary and now in my second term as co-president with Amy Shamroe. Several years ago, I was on the AAUW Michigan board as the College/University Director. Joining a board is a wonderful way to support the organization. I recommend it.
What are some of your outside intersts?
Outside of AAUW, I enjoy outdoor activities like mountain biking, snowshoeing, and hiking.
Tell us about your family
I live on Old Mission Peninsula with my husband Peter and our 2 Bernese Mt. Dogs.
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PowerPoint from Amy Everhart
Nine AAUW members attended via Zoom. Amy Everhart's January program PowerPoint is available here as a PDF.
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