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N EWSLETTERWinter 2008

Review andWhats New

Volume 13, No. 2Co-Presidents Letter20072008 PWA Officers 2

PWA Fall Kick-off Event 3

PWA Committee UpdatesPalminteri on Networking 45

Organization Spotlight:

WiSE 6Book review:

Ladies who Launch 6

PWA Spring Conference 7Focus on the Founders 711

Spotlight Features:

Candace Stevenson 8Phyllis Gibson 9

Womens Conference,Long Beach 10

PWA Book Club 11

PWA Annual ChildrensHoliday Party 1213

Uehling Book Scholarship 14Membership FormPWA Mission Statement 15 Celebrating WomenServing our CommunityCelebrating WomenServing our CommunityCelebrating WomenServing our CommunityCelebrating WomenServing our CommunityCelebrating WomenServing our Community


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PWAPWAPWAPWAPWAFFFFFall Kick-off Eventall Kick-off Eventall Kick-off Eventall Kick-off Eventall Kick-off Event

14th Annual Kick-Off EventPromotes

Service Opportunities

for Women on CampusOver sixty women gathered at PWAs 14 th

annual kick-off event on October 2, 2007 at

the new Mosher Alumni House for delicious

food from Fresco, opportunities to get

involved, and good company. In addition to

learning about all of the great ways to

contribute to PWA through committees,

attendees had the chance to hear Co-

Presidents Shubra Agrawal and Sandra

Camp express their vision for a successful

PWA year. Sharing a quote from Gandhi,the two Co-Presidents asked women to

think of happiness as a state of balance

when what you think, what you say, and

what you do are in harmony. Thank you to

all who attended and congratulations to the

raffle winners! We hope to see everyone

involved with PWA committees so we can

continue to celebrate women and serve the

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PWA Membership

ttention PWA Supporters!

As of January 2008, only 63 PWA

members have paid their membership

dues.

If you have not yet renewed your

membership for the 2007-2008 year,please submit the membership form

on page 16 of this newsletter with your

$15 dues.

We appreciate your continued

support of the Professional Womens

Association. With you, we can

continue to fulfill our mission of

Celebrating Woman and Serving our

Community.

ACommittee UpdatesCommittee UpdatesCommittee UpdatesCommittee UpdatesCommittee UpdatesCommunity Service Committee:

At the beginning of the fall quarter, the Community Service Committee

gathered 150 backpacks and filled them with school supplies for eight

schools in the Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. The backpacks were

delivered in early September. We partnered with UCSBs Community AffairsBoard (CAB) and worked closely with Peoples Self Help Housing to identify

recipients in the North County and then deliver the supplies. We also

received thank you letters from a number of the schools who received the

donations. One person has been a champion contributor of supplies, so we

would like to recognize Judy Harris, a retired employee from the Office of

Admissions, for her donations and help.

In the spring we will be planning the 3rd Annual PWA Service Days.

Our committee will identify Santa Barbara community volunteer/service

projects, such as the Family Service Agencys Family Festival that is held in

May. Last year we recruited over 25 PWA volunteers to help with theFestival, so we hope to see you this year! Email [email protected] if you

would like more information.Katya Armistead & Gina Gonzales

Conference CommitteeThe PWA Co-Vice Presidents also fulfill the responsibility as Co-Chairs of

the 2008 Conference Committee. Our committee has convened to begin

planning the logistics of the day-long conference event. Our aim is to

continue the tradition of excellence in recognizing, supporting, and celebrat-

ing womens achievements in our own campus community. This year, our

theme will be Remarkable Lives, Remarkable LegaciesWhats Yours?

If you have any suggestions regarding speakers or workshops you

would like to see at the 2008 conference, please send an email to:

[email protected]. We will take all suggestions into consideration.Milinda Cueller & Anna Morales-Castaeda

Membership CommitteeAs the Universitys fiscal year begins in July and ends in June, your renewal

of PWA dues follows this same pattern. While many PWA members pay

their dues as they register for the spring conference to take advantage of the

discounted rate, there are plenty of perks for current PWA membersthroughout the year, such as voting privileges, drawing tickets, and an

official PWA member name tag. The earlier you renew in the new fiscal year,

the sooner you can start receiving these added benefits! If you have not yet

renewed your membership for the 20072008 year, please submit the

membership form on page 16 of this newsletter with your $15 dues.

Feel free to email [email protected] if you would like more

information about PWA and the benefits of membership.Leslie Koda & Shana Moran-Lanier

Palminteri Shares His Expertiseat the Art of NetworkingHappy HourPWA was primetime on a windy and exciting

evening on October 17, 2007. Santa

Barbaras best known networker, John

Palminteri from KEYT, joined us for Happy

Hour at the Elephant Bar and shared his tips

for successful networking. From taking adult

education classes to volunteering for various

community organizations, John encouragesgetting involved to create opportunities for

networking. This intimate gathering allowed

all attendees to mingle and practice their

networking skills. Many thanks to John

Palminteri for taking time out of his busy

schedule for PWA, and we hope to have

many more successful happy hours this year.

Barbara Byrge & Marie HowellProgram Committee Co-Chairs

Marie Howell,John Palminteri,

Barbara Byrge


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Program Committee:The Program Committee sponsored two events last fall: the 14 th Annual

PWA Kick-Off event and the Art of Networking event. The Kick-Off

event was held on October 2 at the Mosher Alumni House and featured over

60 women in attendance, lunch from Fresco, gorgeous Santa Barbara

weather, and the Co-Presidents vision for the year. John Palminteri from

KEYT joined PWAs happy hour Art of Networking event at the Elephant

Bar on October 17 with networking tips, food and drinks, and fun mingling.

Join us for Tai Chi and Chai Tea in February - drink delicious chai

tea and learn a few tai chi moves from an expert at our lunchtime gathering.

Additional event ideas for this year include a Texas HoldEm poker night,

wine appreciation happy hour, and our annual formal luncheon. If you are

interested in any of these ideas or have some great ones of your own, email

[email protected]. We welcome any ideas, committee members, or

volunteers!Barbara Byrge & Marie Howell

Recognition & Awards CommitteeThe Recognition & Awards Committee is pleased to announce the annual

Barbara S. Uehling Book Scholarship for Re-Entry/Non-Traditional Stu-

dents. This year we are able to offer five $200 book scholarships in partner-

ship with the UCSB Bookstore. Students who apply for this scholarship face

unique challenges in completing their degrees as they juggle being a student,

parent, wage earner, community volunteer, and participant in co-curricular

activities. Completed applications are due Friday, February 1, 2008. If you

know a student who should apply for this scholarship, please encourage

them to contact [email protected].

We are also looking for a co-chair for the R&A Committee! If youwould like the opportunity to get involved with PWA, please consider

joining Andrea Helfer as the co-chair for 20072008. Please email

[email protected] for more information.Andrea Helfer

UC Womens Forum on StaffCareer Advancement

Garners Campus AttentionWomen from UC Office of the President

joined staff members on Friday, October 19,

2007 to discuss staff career advancement at

UCSB. Nearly 100 women attended the

discussion in the McCune Conference Room

as part of a system-wide Creating Change

Initiative. Associate President Linda Williams

and Presidential Fellow Amy Levine

facilitated the program with assistance from

Sheila ORourke, Assistant Vice Provost of

Equity and Diversity in the UCOP Office of

Academic Advancement. The purpose of

these visits at UC campuses is to gather

information on current practices regarding

advancing the professional career

development of UCs women, determine

which practices can be replicated, and

assess whether a system-wide approach to

these issues would be useful. A few of thetopics included mentor and internship

programs, career counseling, childcare, staff

housing, and the various roadblocks of

upward mobility. A report will be distributed

at the conclusion of the campus visits.

Women were also encouraged to mark their

calendars for June 4, 2008 for the Women

Leaders 2008: A symposium for Women in

University Settings in San Francisco.

Save the Dates!

PWA is hosting bi-monthly brown bag

lunches with key women leaders on camp

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All brown bag lunches are 121 p.m.

in the MultiCultural Center Lounge.

Bring your lunch and questions

for our guest speakers.

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re you an aspiring authoror journalist?

Write for thePWA Newsletter and

develop your skills!

[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]

for more information.

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Ladies Who Launch:Entrepreneurship & Creativityas a LifestyleVictoria Colligan, Beth Schoenfeldt,

Amy Swift, Beth Schoenfeldt, Amy Swift

Review courtesy of Barnes & Noble:

Ladies Who Launch is the first company to

define the feminine approach to launching a

business and to make the connection

between starting a business and bringing

creativity into your life with self-esteem and

happiness. The nationally acclaimed Ladies

Who Launch program has enabled

thousands of women across the country to

break out of 95 and thrive in

entrepreneurial enterprises that reflect their

true passions, skills, and desires. Located in

more than 40 cities in the United States, theLadies Who Launch incubators - workshops

that give women the support and

encouragement they need to embark on

making their dreams reality - have inspired

women to start businesses, grow existing

companies, and tap into their creativity to

develop essential services and products and

enjoy the lifestyle of their dreams

while doing it.

Organization Spotlight:Organization Spotlight:Organization Spotlight:Organization Spotlight:Organization Spotlight:Women in Science & Engineering

(WiSE)

How many members do you have?

We have nearly 600 people on our weekly newsletter mailing list and about

50 people on our Planning Board. For particular events, participation

varieswe usually have 1015 people for Coffee Hour week to week, and

our special events, such as our planning meeting and the Applying to Grad

School in Science and Engineering workshop earlier in the fall quarter,

draw as many as 4050 people.

Who are your members? Students? Faculty?

WiSE is a mix of primarily undergraduate and graduate students, but we also

have faculty, post-docs, and staff involved. Our Weekly Coffee Hour is open

to everyone, and then we do special events that are more targeted to under-

graduate or graduate students. For undergraduates, we plan the Applying toGrad School workshop every fall, led by graduate students who can speak

about the process from experience. In the past, WiSE has also organized

mentoring lunches to bring together undergraduate and graduate students.

We are developing a new mentoring program this year to expand those

activities to longer-term, one-on-one mentoring. Other events, and those of

more interest to graduate students, include workshops and panel discussions

about topics such as a career in academia versus industry, professional

development (our Renaissance Techie series), and job negotiation.

Do you have any upcoming events that you would like to highlight?

The Coffee Hour is our regular, weekly meeting. We usually feature a specialguest at these meetingssomeone from the faculty, staff, or the greater Santa

Barbara community who chats with us about her (or his) career path,

research or work, area of expertise, etc. It is a great way for us to get to know

our professors a little better, gain insight into career options, and ask ques-

tions in a casual, informal atmosphere. We usually do a few other events each

quarter. This quarter, we are scheduling a screening ofThe Shape of Water

and a discussion with the filmmaker, Kum Kum Bhavnani. We will also be

reading The Door in the Dream: Conversations with Eminent Women in

Scienceby Elga Wasserman for discussion. We have other events in the

planning stages, but we are always open to new ideas!

Is there anything else that you would like PWA to know about WISE?

Anyone who is interested in learning more about WiSE and staying up to

date about meetings and events can subscribe to our mailing list by sending

an email [email protected], with the subject heading subscribe.

Additionally, we have information about WiSE on our website,

www.wise.ucsb.edu .Julie Dillemuth & Stacy Rebich Hespanha

WiSE Officers

Wise at AAUW (American Association for University

Women) tea honering Tech Trek recipients.From left to right: Barbara Levi (AAUW),

Carol Hershey (AAUW), Julie Dillemuth (WiSE),and Stacy Rebich Hespanha (WiSE)


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PWA Spring 2008PWA Spring 2008PWA Spring 2008PWA Spring 2008PWA Spring 2008ConferenceConferenceConferenceConferenceConference

Will Encourage Womento Contemplate their Legacies

n the dual role of PWAs Co-Vice Presidents and Conference Committee

Co-Chairs, the responsibility of coordinating a major eventthe 2008

Annual Conferencehas proven to be exhilarating. This energy has driven

us in the initial stages of creating what we believe to be an exciting day-long

event.

As women we internally question the kind of legacy for which we will

be remembered. What do we wish to leave behind for our family, friends,

community, and our campus? What inheritance will we leave for the next

generation? Considering such questions compelled us to create an event that

will provide many opportunities to listen, learn, and share moving experi-

ences. The 2008 theme Remarkable Lives, Remarkable LegaciesWhats

Yours? provides a public forum in which a variety of speakers will present

how they have created a special legacy and how they are sharing that legacy

with the next generationNOW. The conference is scheduled for Tuesday,

May 6, 2008.

In connection with that, we will be introducing, 10 Things I Pledge

to Myself(pledge written by First Lady Maria Shriver and The Womens

Conference). As a table conversation, this pledge will also promote a net-

working experience throughout the day. This will require YOU to take the

initiative to break out of your comfort zone to discuss and analyze this

pledge with your tablemates. As intimidating as that sounds, we believe that

the experience will be enjoyable, as this exercise will provide an avenue for

you to identify your potential legacy.

For those who have yet to attend our annual conference, you are

missing out on a wonderful event that includes: a welcome address by

Chancellor Yang, a panel presentation, a variety of workshops, a special

keynote speaker, the Unsung Heroine luncheon program, as well as prize

drawings throughout the day.

We encourage you to attend, as YOUR presence will add to the

exciting day devoted to women and their accomplishments!

Milinda CuellarAnna E. Morales-Castaeda

PWA Co-Vice Presidents & Conference Committee Co-Chairs

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Focus on theFounders

Chris LaVChris LaVChris LaVChris LaVChris LaVinoinoinoinoinoAssistant Dean

College of Engineering

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orororororganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWA?A?A?A?A?

It was really Martie Levy who got a group of

women she worked with together to start

PWA. I think all of us in the room felt the

campus needed an organization

to support women.

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involved in PWinvolved in PWinvolved in PWinvolved in PWinvolved in PWA?A?A?A?A?

I would say meeting other professional

women on campus. There is great strength

and empowerment in hearing the stories of

other women, how they have overcome

obstacles in their lives, solved problems, etc.

PWA brings together a very diverse group of

women and we can learn something

from all of them.

How have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesof women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?

I have really noticed that the next

generation of leaders is coming forward

with groups like PWA. I am part of the

older guard (not exactly older, but Ive

been around a long time). It is nice to see

the new faces of women who want to take

on leadership roles both in PWA and in

campus career positions.


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Candace Stevenson

How long have you been a member of PWA?I remember attending some of the first events in the mid-1990s

(speaker lunches and brown bags), but I really became active in

1998 when I was asked to join the program committee. That

participation definitely sparked my interest in the organization

and began my long-term involvement. My interest then evolved

into passion through a succession of leadership positions.

How long did you act as editor of the newsletter?I took over the role of editor in fall 2001 when I was also serving as co-president. At

that time our organization was experiencing a slump in program participation. There

were many reasons for this, not the least being that staff women were feeling the

pressure to do more in their jobs in the midst of budget cuts. My vision was to takeprogramming to our members via the newsletter by including more articles that

would educate, encourage and stimulate women to assess their professional and

personal lives. The challenge of creating two issues each year was extremely exciting

and rewarding, and was responsible for my extended role as editor for five years.

Where do you work and how long have you worked for UCSB?I have worked at UCSB for 22 years, worked in three departments and held a total of

five positions. For the past thirteen years I have been the assistant to the dean of

students and the parent and student liaison in the Office of Student Life. I am the

primary contact for students and parents with problems or crisis situations and

collaborate across campus in resolving these difficulties. My job also includes office

management, coordinating the deans calendar, developing the student biographies forthe University Awards ceremony, and keeping current with campus-wide student

issues. I am also the editor for Campus Connection, a Student Affairs parent newsletter,co-mentor for the sophomore class, and presenter to parents during summer orienta-

tion. I find fulfillment and challenge in providing assistance to people undergoing a

crisis; and I am constantly reminded of the fragility of life and inspired by the

resiliency of people.

How has membership in this dynamic association influenced youand what will you take away from your time as committee chair?PWA has given me opportunities for leadership that have not always been available in

my job; and, in turn, that increased my confidence and enhanced my ability to

assume new functions within my job. It has been exciting to discover the deep affinity

I have for our members and organization, and the desire it produced to encourage

other women to become involved.

Being active in PWA has given me the opportunity to work closely with many

extraordinary women that I would not have known otherwise. I especially relished the

year I was co-vice president with Amy Jacobs and our committee planned the annual

conference; we were an awesome team. From my involvement with PWA I will take a

deep appreciation for the vision of our founders and a profound respect for the many

women who have given their time and skills to sustain and enhance not only the

organization but to support and nurture the women on our campus.

Spotlight FeaturesSpotlight FeaturesSpotlight FeaturesSpotlight FeaturesSpotlight FeaturesPWAs Co-Vice President, Anna Morales-Castaeda, takes some time to speak with twoexperienced members


Martie LevyMartie LevyMartie LevyMartie LevyMartie LevyDirector of Capital Development

Budget & Planning


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I came from UC Irvine, which had a

Professional Womens Association. I missed

the networking that was provided through

such an organization.

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of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?

I have seen women be able to employ

leadership and organizational skills not

available in their current job. I have alsoseen women connect with other women and

better understand the importance of

mentoring and that they can make a

difference both at work and through

community service.

What would you say to someone who isWhat would you say to someone who isWhat would you say to someone who isWhat would you say to someone who isWhat would you say to someone who is

considering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved with

PWPWPWPWPWA?A?A?A?A?

To derive the most benefit from an

organization like PWA it is important that

you participate and that you seek out andnetwork with other women in the

organization. Most people are hesitant to

contact women at work they dont know,

particularly to talk about career

advancement issues. I would encourage

women to take the risk. Success is never

achieved alone, but rather is the result of

learning to maximize not only your talent

but the talents of others.


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Phyllis Gibson

How long have you been a member of PWA?I believe that I first joined PWA in 1995.

How did you first learn of the association?My first awareness of the Association was the backpack drive. I thought it was such a

great idea and I wanted to participate in an organization that did community service.

What hats did you wear while serving in this group?My longest involvement has been with the Community Service Committee. I have

been on the committee from 1995 until the present time and I was Co-Chair in

20012002. I was also Membership Chair.

When I began my association with PWA, you were theMembership Chair. How long did you act in that role?

I was Membership Chair from 20022003 to 20052006.

What changes have you seen PWA go through during yourassociation?

We have done additional Community Service projects, our annual conference has just

gotten better and better, we have a fabulous new website, and most importantly weve

gotten more and more young women involved in the association. Thats really

important!

Where do you work and how long have you worked for UCSB?I am the Administrative Director of the Division of Student Academic Affairs in the

College of Letters and Science. I have worked in the college since 1986. Before that I

worked in French and Italian for 3 years. I cant believe that I have been at UCSB

almost 24 years!

What are some of your hobbies and interests?The most important part of my life is my family! I have 4 precious grandsons, who I

spend as much time with as possible. I also love photography and Creative Memories

scrapbooking, I also spend a significant amount of my time working out. I walk a lot

and I do Pilates. What other free time I have, I spend going to movies and spending

time with my friends.

How has membership in this dynamic association influenced youand what will you take away from your time as committee chair?I have especially valued meeting so many staff members from all over campus! Its the

best way to meet people who are outside your office or division. Being on a Board or

being a co-chair helps you with organizational skills and planning skills as you have to

fit it in with your regular busy job. I have also learned a lot about community

organizations being part of the Community Service Committee. I look so forward to

the annual childrens Christmas party. Just seeing the looks on the kids faces when

they see Santa and get their gifts is indescribable! Also, being part of the association is

just plain fun! Ive had a good time and learned a lot!

Focus on the

Founders

Louise MoorLouise MoorLouise MoorLouise MoorLouise MooreeeeeRetired

Former Assistant Vice Chancellor

for Research

Office of Research



I was able to meet a lot of wonderful

colleagues over the course of those years

until my retirement in June of 2007. It wasalso very gratifying to be part of an

organization that has gone on to be such a

success, providing valuable services to the

campus community.


of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?

There have been opportunities or women to

develop leadership skills, take risks and

reach beyond their existing positions. PWA

is especially valuable for new and entry-level

employees to see the potential there is for

advancement on campus and for their

personal lives.


considering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved withconsidering becoming involved with

PWPWPWPWPWA?A?A?A?A?

Join now! Get involved! You can be a

member and participate as much or as little

as you like.


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Womens ConferenceWomens ConferenceWomens ConferenceWomens ConferenceWomens ConferenceInspires Attendees to Create Legacies

pon arrival at the Long Beach Conference Center, I could not believe

my eyes! There were thousands of women and quite a few men in

attendance for the Remarkable Lives, Remarkable LegaciesWhats Yours?

conference this year. There was a huge expo center with a variety of compa-nies and organizations, all of whom had giveaways and a lot of information.

I had never been to a conference of this magnitude and was in awe of the

abundance.

The most stirring piece of the conference occurred when Maria

Shriver gave a heartfelt speech about her struggles, her goals, and most

importantly, her legacy. I was amazed at the personal story she shared with us

about self-reflection on her past experiences and the direction in which she

was now attempting to move. She shared her previous legacy within her

Kennedy family tree and what that now meant for her as an individual. Ms.

Shriver told us that she felt so bound to these labels, roles and expectationsand was now at a crossroads with what to do next.

Maria Shriver contemplated going back to her previous role as a

journalist, but quickly realized the market had changed and this was no

longer something she wanted to represent. She continued with stories about

moments of depression, confusion and loneliness and then the realization of

who exactly she was and wanted to be, something so many of us experience

but might not realize someone in her position with her status might ever

endure. I was very impressed and gained a great deal of respect and admira-

tion for her as a woman and feel I can really value her representation as the

First Lady of California. She has done a tremendous job getting the confer-

ence to an even higher level than before and has made it a real experience for

those who attend. I felt it was an honor as well as a privilege to be a part of

the conference.

The conference was a positive experience, and I hope to return every

year for the energy, enrichment, and inspiration.

Tips for you if you plan to attend the conference in the future:

Register ASAP. If you can, get a group together and reserve a table onthe floor. The venue is massive and you could end up

sitting in the bleachers! Wear casual and comfortable shoes and clothes. There isa lot of walking and it can be warm in Long Beach.

Get to your breakout sessions early to guarantee a spot,as the popular ones fill up quickly and space is limited.

Visit http://www.californiawomen.org/ for more infoon the 2007 conference, including video coverage, andto inquire about the 2008 conference ahead.

Kori SoltzPWA Past President

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Melba OrtizMelba OrtizMelba OrtizMelba OrtizMelba OrtizRetired

Former Capital Planner

Budget & Planning


orororororganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWganization like PWA?A?A?A?A?

Martie Levy inspired us! This was her

brainchild and she was able to inspire a few

of us with the idea of having an organization

that provided a social, cultural, and

educational venue for women. We all

agreed it would be great to have a resource

to meet other women on the campus in a

comfortable setting, then to go beyond that

and support each other with networking and

exposure to other successful women.

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being involved in PWbeing involved in PWbeing involved in PWbeing involved in PWbeing involved in PWA?A?A?A?A?

I think PWA accomplished what it set out

to donetworking, exposure to other

successful women, and educational

opportunities. The workshop in the spring

was especially helpful and offered great

training opportunities in various work-life

areas that were not available any other way.

How have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWHow have you seen PWA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesA impact the livesof women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?

Interestingly, I think that PWA had become a

given when I retired, and many women

thought of it as their organization as if it

had always been a part of the campus

structure. It did seem to be a welcoming

place for women to participate in a variety of

ways that promoted personal as well as

professional growth.


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PWA Book ClubPWA Book ClubPWA Book ClubPWA Book ClubPWA Book ClubJoin us for insightful conversation, good company, andfantastic books at the monthly PWA Book Club meetings.

Three Cups of Tea:One Mans Mission to Promote Peace . . .

One School at a Time

By Greg Mortenson & David Oliver

Here (in Pakistan & Afghanistan), we drink three cups of tea to dobusiness; the first you are a stranger, the second you become a friend, andthe third, you join our family, and for our family we are prepared to doanythingeven die

Haji Ali, Korphe Village Chief, Karakoram Mountains, Pakistan

The astonishing, uplifting story of a real-life Indiana Jones and his humanitar-

ian campaign to use education to combat terrorism in the Talibans backyard.

Anyone who despairs of the individuals power to change lives has to

read the story of Greg Mortenson, a homeless mountaineer who, following a

1993 climb of Pakistans treacherous K2, was inspired

by a chance encounter with impoverished mountain

villagers and promised to build them a school. Over the

next decade he built fifty-five schools-especially for

girls-that offer a balanced education in one of the most

isolated and dangerous regions on earth. As it chronicles

Mortensons quest, which has brought him into conflict

with both enraged Islamists and uncomprehending

Americans, Three Cups of Tea combines adventure with

a celebration of the humanitarian spirit.

March 6 Meeting:

Book ThiefBy Markus Zusak

New York Times Bestseller & Winner of the Book Sense

Book of the Year Award for Childrens Literature

Its just a small story really, about among other things: a

girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Ger-

mans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery.

Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusaks groundbreakingnew novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of

Munich. Liesel scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when

she encounters something she cant resistbooks. With the help of her

accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books

with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man

hidden in her basement before he is marched to Dachau.

This is an unforgettable story about the ability of books to feed the soul.

Reviews courtesy of Barnes & Noble


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Director of Academic Program Review

Budget & Planning



Because PWA attracts members from allparts of UCSB, I met many amazing women

whom I would not have otherwise had a

chance to know. That was both a personal

and a professional benefit, leading to

friendships and useful contacts. Another

benefit was the satisfaction of working to

create an organization that was intended to

advance the standing of staff women on

campus.


of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?of women on this campus?PWA offers the potential to know, and

become known, to a wide range of women

in all sorts of positions. Knowing people

can help you do your own job because you

learn who to call to get things done or to

get the information you need. Having

people know you and see you fulfill a

responsible committee role can help your

career. People will think of you when jobs

come open or provide a recommendation

when you are a job candidate. Another

incredibly important role that PWA plays is

providing opportunities to tackle new roles

and develop skills, for example, leading a

committee, planning the annual

conference, learning how to encourage and

lead others to get a job done.


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May 1May 1May 1May 1May 1

June 5June 5June 5June 5June 5

121:00 p.m.UCEN, Goleta Valley Room

January 31 Meeting:Bring your own teacup to drink freshlybrewed tea with the PWA Book Club

as it discusses Three Cups of Tea.


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t Isla Vista Elementary, Santa is the biggest celebrity in town. Heads

turn, eyes light up, and smiles appear when the kindergarteners see him

stroll into the auditorium. Although the children wait patiently for their

juice and cookies and are happy to belt out their favorite carols, once Santa

enters the room, the calm disappears. The students wiggle and squirm until

it is their turn to sit in his lap and tell him about their holiday wishes. And

then, gleeful shouts and ear-to-ear grins emerge when teddy bears and

wrapped presents are individually given to every child.

Each year this is the scene at the PWA-sponsored holiday party at IV

Elementary and the three other state-funded pre-schools in the Isla Vista

community. With the support of the UCSB community and generous

donations from the UCSB Bookstore, OSH, and Trader Joes, PWA is able to

bring Santa, individually wrapped pre-sents, goodies, and a teddy bear for each

child to 68 kindergarteners and 72 pre-

schoolers.

Santa may be different every year

(the red suit alternates between Vice

Chancellor Michael Young and Executive

Vice Chancellor Gene Lucas), but the

gratitude from both students and teachers

in Isla Vista never changes.

We would like to extend our appreciation

and thanks to the following individuals and

organizations that made PWAs 13th Annual

Childrens Holiday Party a success:

Cuca Acosta

Shubra Agrawal

Akanke

Katya ArmisteadJaime Carias

Flora Furlong

Phyllis Gibson

Jeff Goldmann

Gina Gonzales

Cathe Hedrick

Andrea Helfer

Marie Howell

Joanne Madison

Wendy Meer

Shalauna Miller

OSHJeri Pollard

PWA Community Service Committee

Rudra Singh

Angie Tozier

Trader Joes

UCSB Bookstore

Chinedu Unaka

Mary Willer

Michael Young

And all those

who generously donated gifts

THANK YOU!

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PWAs 13PWAs 13PWAs 13PWAs 13PWAs 13ththththth AnnualAnnualAnnualAnnualAnnualChildrens Holiday PartyChildrens Holiday PartyChildrens Holiday PartyChildrens Holiday PartyChildrens Holiday Party


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The UCSB Professional Womens

Association (PWA), with the support of the

UCSB Bookstore, is pleased to announce

the availability of book scholarships for re-

entry/non-traditional students. PWA

promotes the advancement of women atUCSB and serves as a voice for women in

the discussion of campus issues. PWAs

goals include education, acknowledging

womens contributions to UCSB, mentoring,

and outreach to the campus and community.

Five scholarships will be awarFive scholarships will be awarFive scholarships will be awarFive scholarships will be awarFive scholarships will be awardeddeddeddedded

in the amount of $200 gift certificates toin the amount of $200 gift certificates toin the amount of $200 gift certificates toin the amount of $200 gift certificates toin the amount of $200 gift certificates to

the UCSB Bookstorthe UCSB Bookstorthe UCSB Bookstorthe UCSB Bookstorthe UCSB Bookstoreeeee

Awards are made to current UCSB re-entry/

non-traditional students who face uniquechallenges in completing their degrees as

they juggle being a student, parent, wage-

earner, community volunteer, and/or

participant in co-curricular activities. UCSB

defines a re-entry/non-traditional student as

someone who is returning to his/her

education after an absence, and/or is

married, and/or has dependents. Recipients

are selected by financial need.

Application deadline:Application deadline:Application deadline:Application deadline:Application deadline:

FridayFridayFridayFridayFriday, February 1, 2008, February 1, 2008, February 1, 2008, February 1, 2008, February 1, 2008no later than 5 p.m.no later than 5 p.m.no later than 5 p.m.no later than 5 p.m.no later than 5 p.m.

VVVVVisitor Centerisitor Centerisitor Centerisitor Centerisitor Center, SAASB, SAASB, SAASB, SAASB, SAASB

Applications are available at: College of Letters & Science, 1117

Cheadle Hall Visitor Center, 1102 SAASB Student Resource Building Womens Center Office of Student Life Educational Opportunity Program Disabled Students Program Non-Traditional and Re-entry Student

Resource Center Resource Center for Sexual and Gender

Diversity

Or contact the Recognition & Awards Chair:

Andrea Helfer, [email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]

or (805) 893-3331

Past rPast rPast rPast rPast recipients arecipients arecipients arecipients arecipients are not eligible.e not eligible.e not eligible.e not eligible.e not eligible.

Scholarship awarScholarship awarScholarship awarScholarship awarScholarship awards be announcedds be announcedds be announcedds be announcedds be announced

the week of Marthe week of Marthe week of Marthe week of Marthe week of March 3, 2008.ch 3, 2008.ch 3, 2008.ch 3, 2008.ch 3, 2008.

Name: _________________________________________ Age: ___________

Gender: M or F

Address: _______________________________________________________

Telephone Number: (____) ___________ Cell number: (____) ____________

Email:_______________________________________________________________

Perm Number: ______________________ Major: ______________________

UCSB Class Level: ___________________ Target Grad. Date: ____________

Are you a single parent? ____________ Number of Dependents: ____________

Ages of Dependents: ______________________________________________

Gross Annual Family Income $_________ Annual Family Expenses $________

Current year estimation (round to nearest dollar)

Applicant $ _________ Housing/Rent $ _________

Spouse $ _________ Food $ _________

Financial Aid $ _________ Childcare $ _________

Child Support $ _________ Utilities $ _________

Other Household Members $ _________ Clothing $ _________

Cal Works $ _________ Medical $ _________

AFDC $ _________ Savings $ _________

Savings $ _________ Other $ _________Other $_________ Please specify others

Total $ _________ Total $ _________

Complete the following questions, using a separate sheet of paper to respond.

Your answers should not exceed one page total, for all three questions.

1. Why do you believe you would be an appropriate recipient of UCSB Profes-sional Womens Association 20072008 Barbara S. Uehling Book Scholarship forRe-Entry/Non-Traditional Students?

2. Describe your educational and/or community achievements be sure toinclude other colleges and/or universities attended (include time lines). Consider

your grade point average, your course load, school committees, job, and/orcommunity service you have done.

3. Describe your career goals.

I certify that the information on this application is complete and accurate andthat I meet the criteria for this award as stated on the application cover letter.

Signature: ________________________________ Date: _________________

Return to Andrea Helfer, Visitor Center, SAASB (Mail Code: 2017)Recognitions & Awards Committee

[email protected] Phone: (805) 893-3331 Fax: (805) 893-8610

20072008 Barbara S. Uehling Book Scholarship ApplicationFor Re-Entry/Non-Traditional Students


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Look for futurePWA newsletters

online atwww.pwa.ucsb.edu/www.pwa.ucsb.edu/www.pwa.ucsb.edu/www.pwa.ucsb.edu/www.pwa.ucsb.edu/

newslettersnewslettersnewslettersnewslettersnewsletters

Yes! I would like to join the UCSB Professional Womens Association

Membership: New Renewal For a Friend (From: __________________)Staff Faculty UndergraduateGraduateUC Alumnus Other _______________

Name: ___________________________________________ Email:____________________________

Address/Department: _______________________ Mail/Zip Code: ________ Phone: _______________

Annual Dues (July-June): $15 Student Annual Dues: $10Please make check payable to: UC REGENTS

Send to: PWA Treasurer, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-8627

I would like more information about the following committee(s). Please contact me!

Membership Committee Community Service Committee Program CommitteePublicity Committee Conference Committee Web Development

Learn more at www.pwa.ucsb.eduCelebrating Women. Serving Our Community.

Co-edited by Katheryn Greenaway & Lainie PascallGraphic design and layout by Karen Doehner

PWAPWAPWAPWAPWAMission Statement:

The purpose of the Professional Womens

Association (PWA) is to develop awareness

among faculty, staff and other campus

constituencies of the contributions of

women to the mission of UCSB; to provide

activities and support other campus

constituencies that contribute to the

advancement of women at UCSB; to serve

as a networking and communications

channel among women employees at

UCSB; and to provide a forum to influence

decisions on campus and community issues

that affect women at UCSB.

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