Programs

2024 – 2025

Reservations: Email aauwsaintcloud@gmail.com
Make the subject line:  Reservations.
• Indicate in the email if you are a member or guest, and if you would prefer the vegetarian or gluten-free meal options.
• Checks are preferred due to the added fees of credit card payments.
• All reservations must be paid regardless of attendance.
• New members and guests are always welcome to attend.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Reservation deadline April 1.

Our Region’s Natural Parks and Trails
Ellen Heneghan, Charlotte Stephens

5-7 p.m.
Atwood Center, St. Cloud State University
Parking: Use paid parking in the Fourth Ave. ramp or park free (after 4:30 p.m.) in Lot C at Fourth Avenue and Fifth Street.
Program cost: $20 national members; $10 student members

Learn how the Natural Parks and Trails Coalition, (a local organization you’ve likely never heard of), has had an extraordinary impact on preserving our natural heritage. Our group has worked for three decades to create park land acquisition and trail development. Hear about the challenges and triumphs, and what was learned along the way. With gorgeous photos, you will also learn about stunning nearby natural parks as well as four regional trails. Program Coordinator: Suzanne Rodell.

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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Reservation deadline May 6.

Annual Business Meeting
AAUW National Speaker (Video or Virtual)
“Current Status of AAUW National Lobbying Efforts”

11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m.
Atwood Center, St. Cloud State University
Parking: Paid Ramp or Free in Lot C
Program cost: $20 national members; $10 student members

In addition to holding our annual Member Recognition and Business Meeting (including reports from our Financial, Membership, and Public Policy chairwomen), we have a speaker (either on video or virtually) from AAUW National. We’re hoping to secure an update on National lobbying and advocacy efforts, including what is being promoted, current status and how AAUW National promotes issues in support of our mission.