In addition to contributing to the National AAUW organization’s scholarships, our Marquette Branch also provides scholarship funds for students at NMU. The Scholarship Committee reviews applications each year ,looking for candidates who have experienced significant barriers to their pursuit of higher education.
Application period OPENS APRIL 1, 2024
2024-25 AAUW-Marquette NMU Scholarship Application
https://form.jotform.com/240724068809158
AAUW Annual Scholarship
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount:
Minimum award of $1500/semester.
Application Period:
April 1 – June 1, 2024
(late submissions will not be accepted)
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Marquette Branch is pleased to announce the Annual Scholarship application window is now open for the 2024/2025 academic year. This scholarship, based on financial need, is open to undergraduates currently enrolled at Northern Michigan University. The chosen student or students will qualify for a minimum of $1500 per semester in tuition support for a maximum of two sequential semesters.
This scholarship is designed to assist any non-traditional student who self-identifies as a woman with financial need pursuing an undergraduate degree at Northern Michigan University (NMU). NMU defines non-traditional students as those who may not fit the typical age or life circumstances of traditional students. Such circumstances include but are not limited to being a veteran, a parent (married, divorced, widowed), caring for an elderly parent, returning to
college after working, starting college after a gap from high school graduation, and/or being a first-generation college student.
To qualify for this scholarship, the applicant must be enrolled in an academic program at Northern Michigan University with a minimum of 12 credits per semester, including Baccalaureate degree, Associates degree, or Certificate Programs. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be eligible for consideration.
The AAUW does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).
Application package includes:
- Completed scholarship application form: https://form.jotform.com/230675870528060
- Copy of current transcript (unofficial is acceptable) including the most recent semester
- Letter expressing your reasons for applying for the scholarship, including an
explanation of financial need – maximum of 1000 words - Letters of support (optional)
Questions about this scholarship can be directed to Andrea Ingmire, aing@pwpl.info or 906-226-4303.
RESOLUTION ADOPTING A CULTURE OF SUPPORT
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Marquette Branch
WHEREAS it is the responsibility of the AAUW-Marquette Affiliate to serve the national AAUW mission to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy;
WHEREAS our advocacy and support for women has many faces in our community, statewide, nationally, and internationally. We are called to action to make a difference for positive change;
WHEREAS being a friend might be one of the strongest examples of advocacy and support; and
WHEREAS current and prospective members of the AAUW – Marquette Affiliate may at times be in need of such things as dues assistance, professional networking support, and social connections;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the AAUW-Marquette Affiliate adopts a Culture of Support and moves toward providing the supports described in this Resolution.
Adopted by the Executive Board on 28 February 2019
Friendship Fund
As AAUW members, our advocacy and support for women has many faces in our community, statewide, nationally, and internationally. We are called to action to make a difference for positive change. There also are times when the intended face for our advocacy and support can be seen in our own membership’s mirror. Circumstances may put a member in a position of unforeseen need. This need may too have many faces.
Our Friendship Fund is now available as a resource to bring confidential financial support for membership dues to help women overcome financial barriers to AAUW membership. Being a friend just might be one of the strongest examples of advocacy and support.
Contact any Board Member for more information. To make a contribution to help support the Friendship Fund, please contact Treasurer Ruth Ziel.
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
The Educational Foundation (EF) is AAUW’s national scholarship program. A contribution of $500 is made to the EF in honor of each outstanding member nominated by our Chapter.
Named Grant Honorees
A contribution of $500 is made annually to the national AAUW organization in honor
of outstanding members nominated for recognition by our Branch
2022 Judith Puncochar
2021 All the resilient members of the Marquette Branch who found ways
xxxxxto further our mission and goals despite the pandemic.
2020 Taylor Susa and June Davis
2019 Meredith Kulisheck
2018 Mary Snitgen
2017 Marge Forslin
2016 Les Bek
2015 Margie West
2012 Lottie Clark, Miriam Hilton, Millie Kingsbury
2011 Bobbie Clift, Elaine Fassbender, Pat Pellett
2010 Florence Barrington, Kathy Davis, Kay Payant
2009 Mary Buchman, Helen Carlin, Judy Warner
2008 Heather Dombrowski, Melissa Eiben, Bea Hughes
2007 Krista Clumpner, Elizabeth Miller, Mary-Jane Schmidt
2006 Karlyn Rapport, Marilyn Klahn, Marion Sonderegger
MARTHA GRIFFITHS AWARD DISCONTINUED
The Martha Griffiths Award was retired during FY 22/23 by a unanimous decision of Marquette AAUW board of directors. This decision in no way detracts from the accomplishments of Martha Griffiths. Soliciting and reviewing applicants became a burdensome task for the board of directors coupled with the ever-increasing need for scholarships for non-traditional students at NMU. It was felt our resources would be better served by allocating the Martha Griffiths Award amount to our scholarship program. The need is so very great.