Member Shawna Thorup Named New Fayetteville Library Director

Congratulations to Fayetteville AAUW member Shawna Thorup! Shawna was selected from a nation-wide search to be the next Fayetteville Public Library Director. Go Shawna! Read more here: http://www.nwaonline.net/articles/2009/09/21/news/092209fzlibrary.txt

Sylvia Mendez to speak at UA Law School Sept 22

Sylvia Mendez to speak at UA Law School on Tues, Sept 22 from 2:30--3:30. She will speak of her experience with Mendez v. Westminster (desegregation in California) and how the case has influenced her life. http://sylviamendezinthemendezvswestminster.com/index.html

Margaret Clark Honored

AAUW Fayetteville member Margaret Clark was honored at the 2009 NOARK Diversity Conference.

Margaret received the honor of NOARK Diversity Champion Finalist at the September 10th conference, hosted by the local NOARK chapter at the Springdale Holiday Inn. She was recognized for her outstanding contributions as a leader, innovator and tireless advocate for diversity and cultural awareness in NWA.

Congratulations, Margaret!