The Santa Barbara and Goleta Valley branches of AAUW, the American Association of University Women, have just completed our first year as a combined, single branch, under the name Santa Barbara - Goleta Valley. We considered a completely new name, but we felt it was important to honor the history of both branches in forming our new identity.

Our first year has been very successful, with many interesting programs and events, but we are just now joining the modern world of online communications with this blog. We hope to be able to convey the excitement we feel as members of AAUW in the Santa Barbara and Goleta area, while making it easier for interested potential members to find us.

Our branch welcomes as members anyone with an Associate or higher degree who is interested in helping further the purpose of AAUW as stated in the Welcome to this blog. In addition to activities in support of the purpose, we also have a variety of ongoing branch activities such as a book discussion group, a movie group, a lunch group, and a gourmet dining group.

If you are interested in joining or finding out more about us, please contact our Membership chair for 2011-2012, Rae Fribley, at 805-563-5307.