College/University partners work with AAUW at the local, state, and national levels to promote equity. Partners collaborate with branches on community programs; take advantage of leadership and diversity programs for this students, faculty, and staff; receive national visibility; and benefit from AAUW's powerful network that supports them and advocates on their behalf.

With more than 500 members, the AAUW College/University Partner Membership Program is composed of leading institutions committed to fostering educational equity while providing growth opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.

JOIN NOW and receive the following benefits:

• NEW! As an AAUW College/University partner member, all of your students would be immediately eligible for FREE e-student affiliate status. Eligible students are undergraduate students who do not already have a bachelor's degree. C/U partner students who take advantage of this offer will have access to AAUW's exciting portfolio of benefits, including our student leadership development resources and groundbreaking research. To learn more about offering the e-student affiliate benefit at your institution contact AAUW at 800/326-AAUW (2289) or coll-univ@aauw.org.
  
  
• Leadership and professional development resources. Provide women on your campus with opportunities to strengthen their leadership and professional skills.
  • The National Conference for College Women Student Leaders, an AAUW event where young women share experiences and learn new skills. A 15 percent registration discount when you send four or more students.
  • The Campus Action Project initiative — AAUW awards grants of up to $5,000 to campus teams made up of students and faculty or administrators to implement projects on campus addressing a range of issues to promote equity.
  • Opportunities are available for students to present at conferences, serve on the AAUW Student Advisory Council, and lead an AAUW student affiliate group on your campus.
  • Opportunities for your faculty and staff to serve on committees and awards panels and in other leadership posts at the AAUW state and local branch level.
    
    
• Fellowships, grants, and awards that enhance opportunities for women. Give your graduate students and faculty access to more than $4.5 million in fellowships, grants, and awards from the AAUW Educational Foundation.
  • American Fellowships support women doctoral candidates completing dissertations or scholars seeking funds for postdoctoral research leave from accredited institutions.
  • Selected Professions Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time course of study in a degree program in which women’s participation has traditionally been low.
  • International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
  • Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor’s degree and are preparing to advance their careers, change careers, or re-enter the work force.
    
    
• Stronger community relationships. As an AAUW college/university partner member, you have the opportunity to connect with one of our 1,000 local branches to collaborate on initiatives relevant to your community. AAUW's nationwide network of branches has provided a wealth of knowledge and support for women and girls on your campus.
  • Many of our local branches provide thousands of dollars in scholarships for undergraduate women.
    "AAUW has been a source of untiring support and encouragement for the
    small community of female faculty and cadets at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy."
    – Faye Ringel, Professor of English, Director of Honors Programs, USCGA
    
    
    
• Institutional visibility. AAUW is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected women’s organizations. Through your partnership with AAUW, enjoy increased visibility and enhanced public relations opportunities.
  • Tap into an educated, informed, and diverse group of 100,000 activists who are concerned about and influence the debate on issues facing higher education.
  • Receive recognition in the online directory of partner members, through links on the AAUW website, and in articles in our publications highlighting AAUW activities.
    
    
• Education advocates. Benefit from AAUW's century of public policy participation at the local, state, and federal levels. AAUW is a strong advocate for education and a respected voice on issues important to your community.
  • Expanding financial aid opportunities and working to guarantee responsible funding for all levels of education.
  • Increasing access to higher education for communities that have been underrepresented on college and university campuses, such as low income students.
  • Ensuring bias-free learning and gender equity in higher education.
  • Protecting academic freedom and promoting thoughtful and open learning environments.
    
    
• Valuable research and publications. Enjoy research and publications produced by nationally recognized experts and scholars.
  • Introduce new resources and scholarship to academic departments including education and women's and gender studies.
  • Gain new perspectives on gender equity issues through complimentary subscriptions to AAUW publications such as AAUW Outlook.
    
    
• Increased buying power. Take advantage of exclusive member discounts for AAUW merchandise; credit cards; travel; magazine subscriptions; quality health insurance plans; auto insurance; and books.

JOIN AAUW TODAY!

To place your institution among the pioneers in educational equity, join AAUW online or call 800/326-AAUW (2289).

To find out more about the AAUW College/University Partner Membership Program, read the answers to frequently asked questions.

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, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.

Questions? Call 800/326-AAUW (2289) or send an e-mail to coll-univ@aauw.org.