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Griffiths Overview Fall 2011

Griffiths Overview Fall 2011. The Story of Griffiths . Created in 2005 to establish an influential network of Mizzou women Program of the Mizzou Alumni Association in partnership with the Graduate School First conference held in Fall 2005 Named in honor of Martha Wright Griffiths

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Griffiths Overview Fall 2011

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  1. Griffiths OverviewFall 2011

  2. The Story of Griffiths • Created in 2005 to establish an influential network of Mizzou women • Program of the Mizzou Alumni Association in partnership with the Graduate School • First conference held in Fall 2005 • Named in honor of Martha Wright Griffiths • One of only a few similar groups

  3. Who is Martha? • Grew up in Pierce City, Mo. • Graduated from Mizzou in 1934 with a degree in economics • Earned her law degree from the University of Michigan • Griffiths experienced sex discrimination in her legal career, so she and her husband practiced law in their own firm, Griffiths & Griffiths. • Served in the Michigan State House from 1948 – 1952 • Elected to Congress in 1954 where she served 10 terms • First female elected Lt. Gov. of the state of Michigan; elected at the age of 70

  4. Political Trailblazer • Griffiths was a tireless and effective advocate for women’s rights • Her crowning legislative achievements were her successful advocacy for the inclusion of women in the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and    • the passage by Congress of the Equal Rights • Amendment (ERA).  • Worked to secure the passage of Title IX, a law that protects against sex discrimination in education

  5. Our Mission To be a catalyst for connectionsamong diverse and distinguished MU collegian leaders and alumnae. Through lifelong learning, mentoring and leadership development, members stimulate their potential and that of other MU women while supporting the best interests of Mizzou.

  6. Our Purpose • Create networking and leadership opportunities • Promote excellence and learning through mentoring relationships • Promote personal and professional achievement

  7. Our Leadership • Alumnae and student members may serve on the Executive Committee. • Each position is a one-year commitment. • The first year you will serve as a vice-chair and then move to a chair position. • Committees include: • -- Programming, Awards, Special Activities Communication, Student Membership & Alumnae Membership

  8. Who We Are as Members … • Diverse professional career paths in science, engineering, business, liberal arts and more • Geographically diverse • Varied talents, expertise and interests

  9. Current Membership • 118 Student Members • 131 Alumnae Members • 249 Total Members

  10. Student Membership • Upper-Class Undergraduate Women • Graduate & Professional Students • One-year terms, renewable until graduation based on participation • Paired with an alumnae member who serves as a mentor • Application Process –due annually in the spring • Must be a True Tiger • Suggest Griffiths to a friend!

  11. Alumnae Membership • Women are nominated for membership • Invitations are sent over the summer • Must be MAA member • Paired as a mentor to a collegian member

  12. Past Members (EDNA) • Membership category for past members • Receive communication on Griffiths events and programs • Attend conferences (fees apply to attend conferences ) • No mentoring role

  13. What Does Being a Member Mean? • Attend conferences to learn and contribute • Get to know your mentor or mentee • Network and connect with our diverse members • Organize or participate in a regional gathering

  14. Mentor relationships Leadership development Networking & industry connections Career builders Learn about Mizzou Fun social events! Grrrreat Benefits!

  15. Benefits of Membership • Conferences • Two semi-annual conferences • Two day on-campus conferences • Diverse programming on professional and personal development • Opportunity to network and spend time with mentor/mentee

  16. Benefits of Membership • Mentor/Mentee Relationship • Members are paired based on commonalities when possible (i.e. major, hometown, etc) • Members are paired for one-year • Personal development, networking, or even a friendship can be formed • Each relationship is unique

  17. Benefits of Membership • Regional Activities • Don’t wait for the conferences! • Regional activities bring our group together between the conferences • Connect with Griffiths women in your area • Groups meet in Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia or wherever you choose!

  18. Join the leadership team – serve on a committee. Present a session at a future conference Suggest or nominate Griffiths to friends, colleagues Follow us on Facebook & Twitter Join our LinkedIn group Stay Connected to Griffiths

  19. Griffiths is a great way to support and engage in a network of outstanding Mizzou students and alumnae Through outstanding programs, speakers and communication, Griffiths keeps you connected to MU Griffiths celebrates the tradition of outstanding female leadership on the MU campus Stay Connected to Mizzou through Griffiths

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