American
Association of University Women
Celebrates 125th
Anniversary
AAUW is
one of the oldest nonprofit
organizations dedicated to women's
rights
AAUW proudly celebrates its 125th
anniversary in 2006. Today AAUW is one of
the oldest nonprofit organizations dedicated
to women's rights.
Founded Nov. 28, 1881, by 17 female
college graduates, AAUW has developed a rich
tradition of leadership, scholarship,
advocacy, and action.
Members have included many exceptional
women, such as Coretta Scott King, former
Congresswoman Patsy Mink,
Brigadier
General Wilma L. Vaught, and Dr. Johnnetta
Cole.
Today, AAUW numbers more than 100,000
members, 1,300 branches, and 500
college and university partners.
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