LAST MEETING: April 10, 2025
BRANCH MEETING RECAP
- Co-president Carol Anthony opened the meeting with the AAUW mission statement and approval of the March meeting minutes.
- Carol Derington thanked the April hostesses for the delicious treats and encouraged members to sign up to bring goodies next year.
- Co- president Sage Taber talked about the AAUW state meeting on May 3 (more info below and on the website) and branch positions needing chairs.
- Joyce Katz informed members that the Directory will not be printed next year due to rising costs; it will be sent to members via email.
- Bette Bude, chair of the nominating committee, made two motions regarding election of officers and election of Directors. Both motions passed.
- Finance officer, Jean Light, reported on branch assets, which total just over $33,100.
- Mary Biggs invited members to join the Out to Lunch group.
- Susie Teicher, Membership, introduced seven new members and presented those in attendance with gift bags.
- Public Policy Co-director, Angie Janik, gave details about recent local elections and directed members to the branch website for updates on Jefferson City happenings and the status of current bills, especially those relating to AAUW priorities. See article below for more information.
- Marcia Block spoke about STEM and invited members to participate in two upcoming recognition breakfasts (see article below).
- BC Boosters chair, Marcia Block, reminded us to make our contribution and support the branch’s work (see article below).
- Carol Anthony spoke about DFS events: Tai Chi, Clark Family Library Tour, and Art Museum docent-led tour of current exhibition, Roaring (information below).
- Spring Luncheon Co-chair Jane Hemer encouraged registration for the May 8 gala (information below and on the website).
PROGRAM SPEAKER: Jamie Grandinetti, St. Louis Art Museum Director of Exhibits, spoke about Effective Strategies for Selecting and Organizing Museum Exhibits. Ms. Grandinetti talked about the criteria for selecting an exhibit: mission, content, cost, timing, and variety. She used the current exhibit, Roaring, as a case study for the detailed decision-making, the timeline, and museum staff involved in bringing an exhibit to fruition. In planning all exhibits, including Roaring, there are 400 milestones to check off before bringing an exhibit to the public!