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Advancing Equity for Women & Girls

Local advocacy, community programs, scholarships, and more…

AAUW Loveland is a local branch of the national American Association of University Women (AAUW), dedicated to advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and community engagement in the Loveland area. Each season, the branch conducts two major projects that fund scholarships, empowering female students in Loveland and Berthoud to pursue higher education and leadership opportunities.

The Loveland Branch meets on the fourth Monday of each month (excluding November and December) at 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 533 Grant Avenue, Loveland. A special meeting is held in December.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 7, 2026 – Public Policy Day

AAUW of Colorado’s Public Policy Day is fast approaching. This will be in informative event addressing Higher Ed in Colorado. To register for this zoom event click on: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_VKdPPqj7R2KUC3yp7OMMBg

January 14, 2026- Flower Committee Meeting

On Wednesday, January 14, at 10:30 a.m., the Flower Committee will meet at Claudia’s home. This will be a preliminary planning meeting to discuss our bulk flower order, which is due to Plantorium by February 13.

Please RSVP to Claudia if you plan to attend. You may text or call her directly, or email Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com with the subject line “Flowers” to RSVP or learn more about the program.

January 15, 2026- Loveland’s 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Student Award Celebration

In partnership with the Thompson School District, Heart And Sol is proud to host Loveland’s 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Student Award Celebration.

Date & Time:
Thursday, January 15, 2026
6:00–7:30 p.m.

Location:
Mountain View High School Auditorium
3500 Mountain Lion Drive, Loveland, CO

This year’s theme, “We Cannot Walk Alone,” invites reflection on community, justice, and shared responsibility. Thompson School District students have explored this theme through art, writing, and music, and their creativity will be showcased throughout the evening as we honor the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Event Highlights Include:
• A dynamic dance performance by FOCO Flava
• A presentation of Dr. King’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech by Dr. George Stevens

Join us for an evening celebrating community, student voices, and Dr. King’s timeless message. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public.

Branch Activities In Action

Future AAUW Loveland Branch Meetings

January 26, 2026

At 6p.m. we are meeting at the church. Tara Hunter will be our presenter. Her grandmother served in the historic Six Triple Eight (6888) during World War II—the only all-Black, all-female battalion deployed overseas. Their mission was extraordinary, clearing immense backlogs of mail to support American troops, yet their contributions went largely unrecognized until 2022, when they were finally awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. This is a story everyone should hear!

Our social time before the meetings will continue to meet at Urban Field Pizza at 4:00 for the remainder of the year as we want to honor their generous contribution to Conversations with Authors. Next fall
we can explore other restaurants, supporting local businesses plus trying different foods! Hope to see you!

February 23, 2026

Michael Anthony Tatmon- President/Development Director/Actor IN LIVING COLORED, Inc.

March 23, 2026

Sarah Hernandez, a former AAUW scholarship winner

April 27, 2026

Presenter TBD but the subject will be on air quality/health effects of climate change

Meeting Information

All meetings will begin at 6:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church, 533 Grant Avenue, Loveland

All Programs are subject to change

Enter on the South side of the building. A code is required to open the door. Need the church door code? Send Martha a quick note at Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com using “Door Code” as the subject.

Want to learn more about any program? Just send Claudia a quick note with the subject line “Programs” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Save the Date

All branches in the state will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of AAUW in Colorado at an event at the Holiday Inn in Lakewood on October 3, 2026. Each branch will have a display of archives from their branch to share. Linda F., Ellen J. and Martha D. will put together our display. Write the date on your calendar now.

Interest Groups

Book Group

The next book group meeting will be on Monday, February 2 at 1:00 at Claudia’s home. James by Percival Everett will be discussed. RSVP to Claudia.

More details (RSVP email link, address, Book List) are available when you log into the Member’s Only Area.

Want to learn more? Just send Martha a quick note with the subject line “Book Group” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Great Decisions

Great Decisions is a nonpartisan foreign policy discussion group. Discussions are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm. Meetings are held at the Loveland Public Library in the Hagues Peak and Mt. Dunraven meeting room. Our first meeting for 2026 will be held on January 14. Contact Jill O. for more information.

At this first meeting of the year members will review topics and
offer to lead an upcoming discussion. Each member’s unique perspective and guidance enrich our conversations and make the sessions even more meaningful for everyone.

2026 Great Decisions topics:
• Debating America’s Global Role: America First versus Liberal Internationalism
• The End of an Era: Trump’s Tariffs in Historical Perspective
• U.S.-China Relations in the New Trump Era
• The Third Nuclear Age: Trump, The Order, and the Bomb
• Ukraine and the Future of European Security
• Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order
• U.S. Engagement with Africa
• The Future of Human Rights and International Law in a Divided World

Want to learn more? Just send Jill a quick note with the subject line “Great Decisions” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Hiking Group-January 15th

Happy New Year! To kick off the year, we’re planning a special group outing to Estes Park, featuring a visit to the Estes Park Museum and a short exploration of Centennial Open Space at Knoll-Willows.

Because the museum is not open on Tuesdays, we’ll be making a one-time schedule change this month.

Date: Thursday, January 15
Meet Time: 9:00 a.m.
Meeting Location: Mehaffey Park — south entrance/parking lot
3285 W. 22nd Street, Loveland
(We will carpool to Estes Park.)

The Estes Park Museum opens at 10:00 a.m. Learn more about the museum here:
https://estespark.colorado.gov/museum

After the museum, we’ll visit Centennial Open Space at Knoll-Willows, a peaceful open space located behind Estes Park Town Hall. This area features short trails, benches, and the historic Birch Ruins, offering a lovely opportunity to explore local history and enjoy nature.
https://www.eptrail.com/2020/09/18/hike-of-the-week-centennial-open-space-at-knoll-willows/

We may also grab lunch together in Estes Park, either before or after our walk.

Please come prepared for light walking and changing winter conditions. RSVP by phone or test to Jan or by sending Jan a note with the subject line “Hiking” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com so we can plan accordingly.

“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.”
— John Burroughs

Want to learn more? Just send Jan a quick note with the subject line “Hiking” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Coffee, Crafts, and Conversations

The group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 in the home of Claudia Ward. No craftiness necessary!  If you knit or crochet, the homeless are in need of scarves. She has plenty of yarn; just bring
your needles

Want to learn more or RSVP? Just send Claudia a quick note with the subject line “Coffee” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

2026 Louise Stone Scholarship

The AAUW Loveland Branch Scholarships will be awarded to Loveland and/or Berthoud women graduating from high school and going to either a community college or four year college/university as well as community college graduates transitioning to a four year college/university. Scholarships are awarded in the Spring.

You can make an individual Scholarship donation at any time by writing a check to AAUW Loveland. On the memo portion write scholarship donation. Mail your check to our treasurer Teri S.

Want to learn more? Just send Kari a quick note with the subject line “Scholarships” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Steps to Apply:

1. Fill out and submit online application.
2. Submit in a Word Document the Essay that includes A-F.

Deadline for Applications:
The deadline for applications: coming soon.

2026 Louise Stone Scholarship Information

2026 Loveland AAUW Annual Louise Stone Scholarship Application 

AAUW’s VALUE PROMISE

By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women and girls have a fair chance.

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) empowers women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. Our nonpartisan, nonprofit organization has more than 170,000 members and supporters across the United States, as well as 1,000 local branches and 800 college and university partners. Since AAUW’s founding in 1881, our members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day — educational, social, economic, and political.


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