AAUW-WHC “Chico Chic” Report: On May 4th, the AAUW-WHC held its annual style show at Chico’s/Soma, located in Town & Country Center. There were 63 tickets sold with 58 attendees (49 in the audience and 9 models). The gross amount collected was $4,360. Due to the attendees generosity, we were able to forward $3,070 to AAUW National – Greatest Needs.
We were extremely fortunate to have the following individuals as major contributors: Darren Fenz, Dr. Heather Wilmore, and HEB. Beautiful door prizes were provided by: Maggie Chapman, Chris Casey, and Pat Farnell. The room was electrified with Ohh’s and Ahh’s, as the nine (9) beautiful models strolled down the runway. Our “Vogue” models were Mickie A., Kathy B., Maggie C., KateC., Chris C., Jane C., Rose E., Diana G., and Michele T.
I would be remiss if I did not express my appreciation to the team that made up the Style Show Committee – my Co-chair Maureen K., Kathy B. (Committee member); and Maggie C. (Committee member).
It was a pleasure working with these ladies, and I am looking forward to working with them in the coming year. It has often been said; one picture is worth a thousand words…
Helen Santire, Chair
Benefiting AAUW Funds
Why are we raising funds? The Tyler 75th Anniversary Fellowship is the only incomplete Fellowship from Texas. This year our goal is to help the Tyler Branch complete this American Fellowship Endowment.
How important are American Fellowships? They are awarded to help with dissertation completion, research leave from accredited universities, and preparation of research for publication. Candidates are evaluated on the basis of scholarly excellence, quality and originality of project design, and active commitment to helping women and girls through service in their communities, professions, or fields of research.
AAUW fellowship funding helps women manage the growing burden of student debt, an issue that disproportionately affects women. Unique to AAUW’s program, funding may also be used to pay for expenses outside of those traditionally associated with academic study, including child care and transportation — necessities that can help recipients continue, return to, and successfully complete graduate programs.