AAUW NMCB History

AAUW is a national organization that was founded in 1881 for women college graduates. Today it is an organization with 170,000 members and supporters. The organization has members in 1000 branches in the 50 states and Washington DC and 800 college and university partners.

There are 20 branches of AAUW in New Jersey representing 1200 members. Northern Monmouth County Branch has around 110 members. Membership in AAUW is open to any graduate holding an associate or equivalent, baccalaureate, or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

The Northern Monmouth County branch of AAUW was founded in 1928 and draws its membership primarily from northern Monmouth County.

Members of the branch have left an indelible mark on Monmouth County. letters

Branch members have played pivotal roles in establishing:

The Monmouth County Library System
Brookdale Community College
The first art therapy program at Riverview Medical Center
Volunteer Center of Monmouth County

In the 1980's, the group joined with other women's organizations to change laws and regulations that helped to clean up local beaches and ocean waters. To be a part of this valuable organization, please check the membership page.