Welcome to the Traverse City, MI Branch!
The American Association of University Women (AAUW), officially founded in 1881, is a non-profit organization that advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. The organization has a nationwide network of 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 local branches, and 800 college and university partners. Its headquarters are in Washington, D.C.
Our group works to advance equity for women and girls in the Grand Traverse Area. AAUW-TC connects with members through community outreach, monthly branch meetings, interest groups, programs, and scholarships. Join us!
UPCOMING…
Be Aware: Staying Clear of Scams and Fraud
Zoom in on Monday, January 20, 6:00 p.m. for an information packed session on a topic affecting all of us–scams and fraud. You’ve heard about, and may be too familiar with, phishing schemes, identity theft, QR Code schemes, fake charities, consumer fraud, gift card schemes – the list is extensive. Alison Thornton, a cyber security educator at NMC, gives insight into some of the most common threats and explores ways to protect yourself. Alison has run the help desk at NMC for 15 years and provides training and cybersecurity education for the faculty, staff, board members, students, and the community.
This is the first of two winter Zoom meetings replacing our monthly in-person meetings. How about keeping it social by inviting a friend or group to your home to participate together? This
builds in a discussion opportunity after the event and may give someone who doesn’t regularly use a computer a chance to be part of the conversation.
The time to gather is 6:15 for AAUW updates and chat time. Alison joins us at 6:30. You will
need to RSVP, to receive the Zoom link–COMING SOON. We hope to see your smiling face
at the January Zoom!
Bio
Alison Thornton, BA, International Service, runs the technology help desk at Northwestern
Michigan College and has worked in this capacity for the last 15 years. She provides cyber
security ed
ucation and training to faculty, staff, NMC board members, and students. In addition, she teaches Extended Education courses in a variety of tech-related topics. Alison is also a student advisor to the Student Government Association. Previously, she worked with large financial and legal corporations in Chicago helping them with new technology integrations and training.
Flower Power Fundraiser Now Available
Help our branch raise money by ordering bulb. Flower Power fundraiser January 3-May 15, 2025. http://AAUWTraverseCity.fpfundraising.com