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SCC Bulletin - September/October 2026
Everything going on for September and October at the Summit College Club, including the Fall Opening Luncheon!
Brooke Luger
Sep 8


Policy Update: September/October
Starting this month, SCC will share a bi-monthly AAUW Policy Update curated by our new chair of the Public Policy and Advocacy committee, Karen Weis.
Summit College Club
Sep 4


Presidents' Letter: Fall 2026
Welcome back from our summer break!
Whether your summer was restful or exciting, local or distant, familiar or new, we hope you are returning to SCC refreshed, energized and committed. We’re excited to begin 2026 -2027 together with much in store and lots of opportunities to learn, connect, contribute, and grow as a community.
karenbarneskaplan
Sep 4


SCC Bulletin - July/August 2026
As we begin the 2026-2027 year, we have a lot to look forward to for the Summit College Club. We're welcoming new board members, kicking off implementation of the new Strategic Plan, and getting ready for a year filled with great programs and events!
Brooke Luger
Jul 28


Welcome New Members!
Meet the three new members joining the Summit College Club this July
Brooke Luger
Jul 21


Our Own Hometown Hero: Judy Jenkins Gaudino
Exiting the Summit Train Station on Railroad Avenue, across from the Village Green, the first Hometown Hero banner you see features a familiar face. Judy Jenkins Gaudino served with the Department of Defense - Army Special Services in Viet Nam.
Brooke Luger
Jul 20


2026 Scholarship Reception Keynote Address
The 2026 Scholarship Reception featured a keynote address from 2025 scholarship recipient Samantha Rose. The following is a lightly edited transcript of her inspiring keynote address at the Summit College Club 2026 Scholarship Reception on June 7, 2026. Samantha Rose giving the keynote address at the 2026 Scholarship Luncheon A year ago, I stared blankly at a Google Doc as I attempted to squeeze all my life's ambitions and aspirations into a 250-word synopsis — a synopsis th
Brooke Luger
Jun 20


The 2026 Scholarship Reception
This year's scholarship recipients all have stellar academic records. But that's just the starting point of their achievements. As a group, these young women have mastered second, third, and even fourth languages, performed at Carnegie Hall, founded organizations, captained varsity sports teams, conducted research, and advocated for causes ranging from gender equality to life-threatening diseases.
Brooke Luger
Jun 14


Highlights: 2026 Mid-Year Member Meeting
On January 26, the Summit College Club held its first Mid-Year Member Meeting with two goals in mind: To let Club members know about all the activity that’s happening, with plenty of opportunities to contribute; and to invite members to provide suggestions, ideas and feedback on what they’d like to see from their participation in Summit College Club. After a brief introduction, co-President Karen Kaplan invited members to identify their top two reasons for joining and/or ren
karenbarneskaplan
Mar 3


Presidents' Letter: Looking ahead to 2026
Co-presidents Hedy and Karen look ahead with renewed commitment to a meaningful and enjoyable year in 2026.
Summit College Club
Jan 7


Welcome New Members!
This quarter, we're excited to have four new members to spotlight! Please join us in welcoming Vivian Hardy, Brooke Luger, Patty O'Neill, and Diane Russo!
Brooke Luger
Sep 5, 2025


Presidents' Letter: Fall 2025
We are excited to serve as your Co-Presidents for 2025-2027, and have already been hard at work with all of our committees planning and setting goals and priorities for the coming year.
Summit College Club
Sep 3, 2025


The 2025 Scholarship Awards
On Sunday, June 8, Summit College Club members came together with the families of the 2025 scholarship recipients in a joyful celebration...
karenbarneskaplan
Jun 11, 2025


2025 Scholarship Reception Keynote Address
Summit College Club was delighted to welcome Audrey Fisch, Ph.D. and founder of More Than Bootstraps (MTB) , a nonprofit organization...
karenbarneskaplan
Jun 11, 2025


The Scholarship Process
By Marylou Motto The Scholarship Committee, an exceptional group of intelligent, dedicated women, is hard at work. In late April, as I...
karenbarneskaplan
Apr 30, 2025


President's Message: Spring/Summer 2025
As our fiscal year ends on June 30th, it is Membership Renewal time for most of you. You will receive a renewal form in a postal mailing...
karenbarneskaplan
Apr 28, 2025


Tech Trek Educates and Inspires
By Leslie Carson AAUW sponsors TECH TREK, a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Camp for rising 8th grade girls. Through...
karenbarneskaplan
Mar 3, 2025


President's Message: Winter 2024
Hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving, which has started the many upcoming celebrations. Looking forward to seeing you all on December...
karenbarneskaplan
Dec 1, 2024


President's Message - Fall 2024
It will soon be fall and the start of lots of activities. I just got back from a restful two weeks at Chautauqua Institution in western...
karenbarneskaplan
Sep 2, 2024


The 2024 Scholarship Reception
Our 2024 Scholarship Reception was an inspiring event on many levels: It's the realization of our mission as we support young women who...
karenbarneskaplan
Jun 11, 2024
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