VISION ARTICLES
Renewed Pride in AAUW from Smithsonian Article
AAUW was mentioned in a letter from a reader of Smithsonian Magazine in its November issue. Perhaps other AAUW members saw it, too. On Page 6, Readers Respond to the October Issue, a letter made mention of AAUW and made me gasp and feel such pride in the organization. In October, Smithsonian had printed an extensive article on Madame Curie and her scientific research. In November, a letter from reader Shirley Breeze, (St. Louis County, Missouri), added this information: "The $100,000 donated to Curie to purchase a gram of radium to continue her research was supplied by the American Association of University Women. This effort initiated a fund-raising campaign that continues to this day through the association's support and funding for women to pursue scientific research." We never know what a difference our donations will make.
Angie Ulrey
Cultural Potpourri To Visit The Heard
The 4th Thursday is Cultural Potpourri Day for AAUW.
On February 23 we will meet at the Heard Museum (or carpool) at 11:30 am for lunch and then go on to visit several exhibits including
"Native American Bolo Ties: Vintage and Contemporary Artistry". Arizona's official state neckwear, the bolo tie, has reappeared
from its exile in grandpa's dresser drawer to enjoy a fashion comeback. Bolo ties, representing the casual nature and somewhat
rugged milieu of the West, emerged as a form of men's neckwear in the 1940's. The exhibit comes from the Heard's permanent collection
of more than 17 bolo ties and from the promised gift of Chicago collector Norman L. Sandfield. His collection consists of more
than 1,000 bolo ties, scarf slides and ephemera, many of which will be on display. We will also visit the Berlin Gallery on
campus, home of the finest contemporary American Indian Art. Andrea Hanley, manager of the Gallery, will guide us around the
room. Please let Jayann know if you are coming as we need a count for lunch. There is a charge but museum members
can bring one guest. And remember this event is open to husbands and guests.
In Memoriam
Sad news. We heard from Bruce
Trey that his mother, Frances Trey, passed away Jan 3, 2012. Frances was an active leader and member of AAUW for almost 20 years.
Frances taught most of her life starting in the early 1950’s in Grundy and Butler county Iowa schools. She retired in 1990.
Frances has one Son, Bruce Trey, Scottsdale, and one Grandson, Ben Trey, Scottsdale. Services were held at the Hansen Mortuaries
Desert Hills, January 20, Scottsdale, AZ.
Coming to a Venue Near You Very Soon Miss Representation, a documentary film
Like drawing back a curtain to let bright light stream in, Miss Representation uncovers a glaring reality we live with every day but fail to see. Directed by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the film explores how mainstream media contributes to the under-representation of women in influential positions in America and challenges the media’s limiting and often disparaging portrayals of women, which make it difficult for the average girl to see herself as powerful.
Stories from teenage girls and provocative interviews with politicians, journalists, academics, and activists like Condoleezza Rice, Nancy Pelosi, Katie Couric, Rachel Maddow, Lisa Ling, Rosario Dawson, and Gloria Steinem build momentum asMiss Representation accumulates startling facts and statistics that will leave the audience shaken and armed with a new perspective.
The
Scottsdale Branch has recently acquired this film, thanks to a grant from the State organization. We will have viewings locally
and loan it to other branches around the state. Stay tuned for future details.
Make your own Scrapbooks:
Learn how to organize your photos and memorabilia. Also, those already making scrapbooks will help get you on track. Monday, February 20, at 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. at Sharon Clunk's home.
With much gratitude and appreciation, I thank all gift wrappers at 90th/Shea Barnes & Noble. We brought in almost $470.00. The last four sessions donations were large!
Thank you,
Sharon Clunk