Since its founding in 1881, the American Association of the University Women has been the nation’s leading voice promoting education and equity for women and girls. With more than 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 branches, and 800 college/university institution partners, AAUW continues its strong advocacy for women.
AAUW in California began in 1885 when women in San Francisco organized as the Pacific Coast Collegiate Alumnae.
The AAUW Funds is our foundation which supports Tech Trek, research, community projects, fellowships, and grants for outstanding women and girls. The Legal Advocacy programs provide support for women seeking judicial redress for sex discrimination in the work place.
The Berkeley Branch
The Berkeley Branch was chartered in 1923 as the East Bay Branch. Our activities are linked to the AAUW mission. AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research.
AAUW Berkeley Scholarship Program
AAUW Berkeley is excited to offer scholarship funds to support undergraduate non-transfer, undergraduate transfer students, and graduate students! Through the combined efforts of the AAUW Berkeley Branch and the College Women’s Club, scholarships will support undergraduate students transferring from Berkeley City College to UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley undergraduate students, and UC Berkeley graduate students. AAUW Berkeley invites all students who meet the eligibility criteria to apply! Applications for funds in the 23/24 academic school year coming soon.
Please visit our AAUW Berkeley Scholarship Program page for more details and updates on the next cycle deadlines!
Upcoming Events
- Saturday, January 6, 2024, 2 PM to 4PM — Mary Church Terrell: Black Suffragist and Civil Rights Activist, please join us for a book reading and discussion of UNCEASING MILITANT: THE LIFE OF MARY CHURCH TERRELL by Alison M. Parker. Sponsored by AAUW Berkeley and Oakland and The African American Museum and Library.