The American Association of University Women Diversity Committee together with the Community Diversity Group is introducing a new mentoring program this year. The purpose of the AAUW/CDG Mentoring Program is to enhance the inclusion of local women from underrepresented groups in the State College communities by connecting them with others who can provide friendship and advice on a variety of issues, including networking, career planning, and community involvement. All members of AAUW and CDG are eligible to be mentors and any member of the community or member of either organization is welcome to become a protégé.

AAUW is a nationwide grassroots organization of more than 100,000 members dedicated to promoting equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive societal change. AAUW is made up of three corporations: the Association, the Educational Foundation, and the Legal Advocacy Fund. Each of these was set up to work with members to remove the obstacles – financial, legal and social – faced by women and girls.

In principle and practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, sexual orientation, disability, or class. Membership is not by invitation.

Together we have designed a complete program and plan to implement it in January 2008. Any members who would like to help us as we finalize this new outreach are encouraged to call Carol Eicher at 863-5071, or email her. You may also reach us at the AAUW website , or call Pat Kephart at 234.2524.

Download an application to be either a Mentor or a Protege, or

Apply online!