October 2014 Association of Women in Agriculture Celebrates Monumental Anita aia Milestone Paying Off the House Mortgage Ne ed aap Association of Women in Agriculture (AWA) student members, alumni UW Career Far donors and industry partners gathered in celebration October 18th to pee recognize a number of significant milestones the organization ety accomplished since its founding in 1973. The evening culminated with the [Biases secuniotseal most recent milestone - making the final payment to Home Savings Bank nee and buming the mortgage. Cee Almost 100 guests gathered for the Milestone Reception, which took place on the UW-Madison campus at the UW Institutes of Discovery. Barb Member Spotlight Natzke and Kristin Olson, one of 10 mother-daughter AWA. alumni pairs served as emcees for the event. The pragram opened with words from the AWA Corporation President Sue Schultz and student chapter vice president Bethany Dado. “This reception was an opportunity to bring together students, alumni. donors and other industry partners to recognize a number of significant milestones accomplished with the hard work and countless contributions of many individuals and organizations. AWWA is grateful for the large number of donors. who have financially contributed towards our mortgage and the suscess of the organization AWA has a storied past, a fantastic present and an evolving, exciting future,” said Sue Schultz AWA Corporation President Heidi Zoerb, Assistant Dean, Extemal Relations, College of Agricultural a and Life Sciences shared insights from the college and Sharon Brantmeier, Co-chair of the house building committee reflected on the building of process. Mary Ellen Karls joined the program taking everyone back in time as she reminisced about the first nights in the new AWA House. Ray and [i / ieee Fran Johnson, along with addtional Johnson family members, represented eS all the vital donors that have graciously supported the house and AWA's activities over its 40 year history. Bred The celebration closed with the presentation of the final mortgage payment to Home Savings Bank roan] Vice President Pepe aeh fee ere a Bureau, CALS eae is AWA presents the final mortgage payment to Home Savinas Fo tea geen ae Bank. Uae ee cenins| Cee aes Additional milestones over AWA’s history include: foe eee 1973 - Ag Women's Co-op founded (ten like minded women together to form the Ag Women's Coop) 1974 - Name changed to Association of Women in Agriculture 1978 - Rented 1936 University Ave. and 412 Paunack Place 1979 - Alumni organization founded rele ilies 1980 - Summer picnic started eae 1983 - Blue and White Houses Purchased; AWA Alumni Organization Was ————-oeaonor Formed 1994 - Old blue house tom down, new plans were drawn and our new eile house was built and dedicated on November 19 aati oleae 1996 - First AWA Dairy Breakfast held now known as Breakfast on the the opportunity to leam Farm 1998 - 25th anniversary celebration Sa 2004 - AWA House celebrated their 10th anniversary Pioneer Her specific 2013 - AWA becomes educational non-profit and recognized as the responsibilities will include Association of Women in Agriculture Benefit Corp.: 40th Anniversary of Ne Rr i AWA ed 2014 - Student membership reaches all-time high with 122 members-they [EC MeUMIEounaganens) are an impressive group of women; House mortgage paid off Pee a eee sear) ee etal a Tal Cem le) AWA Scavenger Hunt een aca) Ct eae On Friday, October 18th, 25 active and 19 potential members participated ina sister-bonding scavenger hunt. Members were split into teams of 4-5 people and traveled around campus to find items as well as take photos. and video of tasks completed. Tasks included singing Varsity on Bascom Hill, fnding a yellow crayon, and taking a picture with the badger statue at Camp Randall. The first team to complete ail of the tasks was named the winner. Following the completion of the Scavenger Hunt, participants celebrated with a late dinner at Ce aes) Bufialo Wild Wings. A great time was had by all graduate next spring, and] Cette eed Caer Dee ee ie) Deseo eet eager) Peete a) Persea ueeeiny ee ee ees leah oistras a) Pee ta Caen also plans to be an activel fe members (back} Megan Jass, AWA and UW-Madison Pasay Pou ‘The winning team consisted of active Andriana Garcia, (front) Josie Dalla bers ac and pot AWA Members Assist with UW Career Fair Not only did AWA members attend the UW Career Fair seeking jobs. and internships, AWA members also assisted with the event as an AWA Fundraiser. AWA members assisted with set-up prior to, wherever needed during, and with clean up after the career fair. To assist, AWA members escorted company representatives to and from their cars and booths, as well as helping employers set-up and take down their booths. Assisting with the @ career fair, gave AWA members not only the chance to eam money for AWA, but also to network with potential employers Members Savannah Waller, Sara Harn and MeKenze Rowley assisted with the Career Fair to raise money for AWA. AWA Diggin’ It Fundraiser ‘The Association of Women in Agriculture (AWA) announces its Diggin’ It Fundraiser for community outreach and educational development of its members. AWA members are using community service to raise awareness of the increasing number of young professionals enthusiastic abaut Wisconsin agriculture. Projects include wrapping presents, washing windows, sweeping floors, and more. Those interested may contact Fundraising Coordinator Savannah Waller at srwaller@wisc.edu ta request help from AWA members for such projects. The event will continue through December 8. The price is $10 per studentmour, and all proceeds help fund AWA's professional development for young women pursuing careers in agriculture and agricultural related fields Service Spotlight: Ronald McDonald House AWA members spenta sunny afternoon raking leaves on Saturday, October 18th at the Ronald McDonald House. While at the Ronald McDonald House, members raked seventeen bags of leaves! The AWA members involved greatly enjoyed spending a beautiful afternoon serving the greater community. AWA Members Alexa Roscizewski, Sheila Tesarik, Sara Devitt Michele Gutenberger, and Emily Calbaum raked leaves for the Ronald McDonald House on October 18th. Service Spotlight: Salvation Army Qn Tuesday, October 7th, AWA Members Nicole Nehls, Emily Schultz, Mikayla Simonson, Sarah Witt, Abby Schaefer and Natalie Endres spentthe evening serving meals at the Salvation Army. The members enjoyed a great evening of sister bonding while giving back to the community. Another group of AWA members will serve meals atthe Salvation Army again on Tuesday, November 11 from 4:30-6:15 PM AWA Members (back) Natal Emily Schutz, Sarah Wet, Mikayla Simonson and (frent) Abby Schaefer served meals at the Salvation Army on October 7th. Ag Chat Radio Show Sydney Endres, AWA Public Relations Coordinator is heading up the second year of Ag Chat Radio for the Association of Women in Agriculture. The show covers various agricultural topics to raise awareness about agriculture in the greater Madison area. The show airs from 8:00-9:00 AM. Mondays on the UW- Madison student radio station, WSUM 91.7 or online at nttpvwsum oral . Be sure to tune in and listen! Quick Links Sree (area ads) en Upcoming Events. November 5, 2014 - Book Club November 5, 2014 - Blanket Tying Service Activity November 9, 2074 - AWA House Appreciation Day November 10,2014 - Formal Interviews November 11, 2014 - Alumni Dinner. Focus on Intemships, AWA House, §:30 P.M. November 11, 2014 - Salvation Army Dinner Service Activity November 16, 2074 - AWA Fundraiser at Qdoba (State Street). 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM November 16, 2014 - Pie Baking Service Activity November 24, 2074 - AWA Student Mesting Don't forget to check out the AWA website. Or visit us on Facebook and visit us on Twitter! The website now has a photo gallery! Look for new photos in the coming months. (eee ee AWA Student Communications Coordinator Erica Ballmer - ballmer@wisc edu - 1909 University Ave, Madison, WI 53726 Forward email Da SafeUnsubscribe This email was sent to ballmer@wisc.edu by ballmer@wisc.edu Update Profile/Email Address | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. 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