Virginia Tech Faculty Women s Club

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1 Friendship Education Scholarship Virginia Tech Faculty Women s Club Post Office Box Blacksburg Virginia March 2017 Hello Everyone! I always look forward to the awarding of scholarships to deserving Virginia Tech women at our Spring Luncheon! Their accomplishments are extraordinary and it is an honor to meet each of them. In the spirit of education and women, I searched for a quote from a woman and found one from the 1920 s that certainly still fits the college experience! I learned three important things in college -- to use a library, to memorize quickly and visually, to drop asleep at any given time given a horizontal surface and fifteen minutes. What I could not learn was to think creatively on schedule. Agnes de Mille In addition to presenting scholarships, we will be voting on several revisions to our Constitution and Bylaws, and prior to the luncheon we are seeking nominations for new and or upcoming open positions. The incoming officers of the board will be voted on and welcomed. As the exiting President, I can tell you that being a part of the leadership team was one of the best decisions I ve made in life. You grow close and make friends for life! All my best, Therese Walters President VTFWC ************************************************************************* CALL FOR NOMINATIONS As required in our Constitution and Bylaws, a Nominating Committee has been formed to assemble a slate of officers for From our Welcome Reception in the fall to the Annual Meeting and Luncheon in the spring, many hands make light work when it comes to the wide variety of programs and events offered by VTWC. If you are interested in serving on the Board, or if you would like to suggest a member for a particular position, please contact any of the committee members listed below by mid-march. Officers will be elected at the Annual Meeting on April 11th. If you don t know exactly what to volunteer for but would like to jump in the water, just contact a committee member. We will help you decide what to try. Be brave and volunteer -- We need you! Therese Walters theresekwalters@gmail.com Deb Call debracalldvm@gmail.com Nancy Murray nancykmurray@hotmail.com Laura Hewitt lhewitt1@me.com Debra Leon debraleon92223@gmail.com Gretchen Flynn flynvt@gmail.com YOU ARE THE FUTURE! PLEASE CONTACT US TODAY!

2 WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE DIANE HOOVER AND JUNE STUBBS The Ways and Means Committee held a 50/50 raffle at the February 8 th luncheon. Half of the proceeds went to the Scholarship Fund, and half went to two of the winning ticket holders. Both of the ticket holders returned their winnings. We were then able to donate $ to the Scholarship Fund. That brought the amount donated to the Fund this year to $7, The 50/50 raffle is always a fun way to earn extra money for the Scholarship Fund. We were encouraged that so many of you participated in this event. Nancy Dowling has given the Ways and Means Committee extra copies of past VTFWC COOKBOOKS. We will sell them to benefit the Scholarship Fund. Cookbooks will be on sale at the April luncheon for $5.00.* These books are a great way to add to your cookbook collection or for gift giving. You have until April 30 th to add your name to the list of donors to the VTFWC SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND. This gift is tax deductible. When you make a donation by check, please make the check to: COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NEW RIVER VALLEY To insure the money goes to the right fund, please put VTFWC SCHOLARSHIP in the memo line. Mail checks to: Virginia Tech Faculty Women s Club P.O. Box Blacksburg, VA Gifts may also be made online at At the website, find the Donate Now button, and follow the links. A direct link to the club s donation page can be found on our website: Thank you for your past and future contributions. The three women who will receive scholarships will be most appreciative of your generosity. *Note from Newsletter Editor: One of the first cookbooks I ever purchased was from the VTFWC--and I still use its recipes today, 48 years later!!!! Make a good investment, enjoy good food, and also support our Scholarship Fund!

3 Hello friends! We have some exciting news to share with you! By UNANIMOUS vote, your Board has decided to accept the recommendations of the Strategic Planning Committee to make a few simple modifications to our organization. The Board agreed that these changes will result in a stronger club -- paving the way for our membership to grow, for members to form closer friendships, for our scholarship programs to flourish, and for our communication systems to function more effectively. A revised Constitution and Bylaws has been created to institutionalize these changes. The Board and committee members have worked diligently to create a more diverse and welcoming organization. In so doing, we are certain to strengthen our ties to Virginia Tech and have already received positive feedback from the University. Please take a few minutes to read the Constitution and Bylaws Proposals in this newsletter. The Board will ask for a membership vote of approval at the Annual Meeting and Luncheon on April 11th. Most of the Constitution and Bylaws remain the same. Key changes include a name change to VTWC (Virginia Tech Women s Club -- leaving out the word Faculty); the elimination of multiple eligibility requirements; and the addition of several new leadership positions that will better define responsibilities and expand our horizons. Should you have any questions or concerns after reading the Constitution and Bylaws Proposal, feel free to contact me. As the Chairperson of the Strategic Planning Committee, I will be happy to listen and share the reasoning behind each of the recommendations. Any Board member will also be able to help you with this -- do not hesitate to ask. We want our membership to be fully informed prior to voting. We look forward to continuing our great traditions as well as forging ahead into an exciting new phase for our organization. It will be good to see each of you at the Winery on April 11th. With best regards, Deb Call, Vice President (debracalldvm@gmail.com) New Members: Membership Updates Warburton, Sarah 1506 Poplar Ridge Circle Blacksburg, VA Phone: sarahw.upclose@gmail.com Powell, Shirley 2010 Blue Jay Lane Blacksburg, VA Phone: SRPWRS@aol.com Additional Updates: Zajac, Joan Epley, Louanne Dudley, Larkin jzajac902@gmail.com LouannaEpley@gmail.com Dudleyl@vt.edu Westman, Diane 26 Dogwood Circle Blacksburg, VA Lester, Roslyn 277 Farnsleigh Avenue Bluffton, SC 29910

4 THE VIRGINIA TECH WOMEN'S CLUB CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS Article I: Name Section 1: The name of this organization shall be the Virginia Tech Women's Club (VTWC). Article II: Purpose The purpose of this organization shall be to expand the intellectual and social horizons of its membership, provide scholarships to women at Virginia Tech, and promote the interests of the University. Article III: Membership and Dues Section 1: Regular Membership. Membership is open to all women who support the stated purpose of VTWC. We welcome all women who are interested in sharing opportunities for intellectual growth, friendship, social activities, and service to Virginia Tech. Section 2: Honorary Membership. Honorary membership shall be awarded to: The spouse of Virginia Tech's President; Other persons whom the Board may designate. Section 3: Payment of Dues. The dues for this Club shall be recommended by the Board to the Club at its annual meeting. Regular members shall be required to pay dues before participation in Club activities, interest groups, etc. Honorary members are not required to pay dues. Article IV: Meetings Section 1: Regular Meetings. Three meetings of the Club shall be held each academic year unless otherwise ordered by the Club or by the Board. The annual meeting shall be held in April and shall be for the purpose of electing officers, receiving reports of officers and committees, recognizing scholarship recipients, and for any other business that may arise. Section 2: Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Club may be called by the President, the Board, or upon the written request of 15 members of the Club. The purpose of the meeting shall be stated in the call; and except in cases of emergency, at least seven days written notice shall be given. Article V: Board of Directors Section 1: The Board shall consist of the elected officers of the Club, the Standing Committee Chairs, the Honorary President, and the immediate Past President. Section 2: The Board shall supervise the affairs of the Club between the Club s regular meetings, fix the hour and place of meetings, make recommendations to the Club, and shall perform such other duties as are specified in these bylaws. The Board shall be subject to the orders of the Club, and none of its acts shall conflict with actions taken by the Club. Section 3: Unless otherwise ordered by the Board, regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held August through June. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the President or shall be called upon the written request of three members of the Board. Section 4: The Board shall have the power to fill all vacancies on the Board not in conflict with these bylaws.

5 Article VI: Officers Section 1: Selection of Candidates for Nomination. When selecting a candidate for First Vice President, the Nominating Committee should act with the knowledge that the person selected for First Vice President be trained for the Presidency in her respective term in order to serve as President the following year. Section 2: Elected Officers. The elected officers of this club shall be: President, Past President, First Vice President, Vice President of Membership, Vice President of Interest Groups, Vice President of Communications, Executive Director at Large, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, and Newsletter Director. These officers shall perform the duties prescribed by the parliamentary authority adopted by this Club. The President shall be ex officio of all committees except the Nominating Committee. Section 3: Term of Office. The term of office shall begin at the close of the annual meeting at which officers are elected. No member shall hold more than one elected office at a time. The President, the First Vice President, and the Executive Director at Large shall be elected for a one year term and shall be eligible to serve two consecutive terms in the same elective office. All other officers may be reelected. Section 4: Honorary Officers. The spouse of Virginia Tech s President shall be designated as the Honorary President of the Club and shall have the same right to attend meetings, speak, and vote as the elected officers of the Club. The Board shall reserve the right to appoint such other honorary officers as it shall from time to time deem appropriate. Section 5: Election of Officers. Nominated candidates shall stand for election at the annual meeting. Additional nominations from the floor may be accepted with prior consent of the nominee(s). Article VII: Committees Section 1: Standing Committees. The standing committees of the Club shall be: Directors at Large (three), Directory, Finance, Historian, Luncheon and Program, Scholarship, Travel and Tours, Ways and Means. Chairs of these committees shall be appointed by the President. a. Directors at Large (3). The Executive Director at Large shall chair the Directors-at-Large Committee. The Directors-at-Large Committee shall plan and organize the Welcome Reception and organize newcomer activities. b. Directory. The Directory Chair may select a committee and shall produce an annual directory that includes a roster of members, officers, the Club s annual program, Constitution and Bylaws, and such other things as might appropriately be included in the Directory. c. Finance. The First Vice President shall select and chair the Finance Committee, which shall be composed of five members including the Treasurer. It shall develop and present the annual budget, oversee the Club s funds, and develop long range financial plans. d. Historian. The Historian may select a committee. The Historian shall create a lasting book of the Club s year that reflects the Club s activities and events. e. Luncheon and Program. The Luncheon and Program Committee shall be selected by the Co- Chairs and shall plan and organize the three luncheons with programs for the Club, submitting their plans for approval by the Board. f. Scholarship. The Scholarship Chair shall select a committee, which shall organize the scholarship program for the Club and present the Club s scholarship recipients. g. Travel and Tours. The Travel and Tours Chair(s) may select a committee and shall plan and oversee special events of interest to Club members. h. Ways and Means. The Ways and Means Chair shall select a committee, which shall oversee the fund-raising activities of the Club. All money raised by the Ways and Means Committee shall be deposited in the scholarship fund.

6 Article VII: Committees (continued) Section 2: Special Committees. Such other committees, standing or special, shall be appointed by the President as the Club or the Board shall from time to time deem necessary to carry on the work of the Club. a. Audit Committee. The President shall appoint three persons from the general membership, exclusive of the Board, to perform the annual audit of the Club s accounts. b. Chaplain. The Chaplain shall be appointed by the President and is responsible for providing a devotion at each luncheon. c. Nominating Committee. The President, with Board approval, shall appoint a committee to nominate a slate of candidates for the offices to be filled. d. Sunshine Committee. The Sunshine Committee shall be appointed by the President and is responsible for mailing sunshine cards. Article VIII: Parliamentary Authority The rules contained in the current edition of Robert s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern the Club in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with this constitution and bylaws and any special rules of order the Club may adopt. Article IX: Amendment of Constitution and Bylaws This constitution and bylaws may be amended by a vote of two-thirds of the members present at any regular meeting, provided the members have received written notification of the proposed change at least four weeks in advance of the meeting.

7 Program Reminder: Friday Forum Julie Earthman Friday Forum events will be held at The University Club at Virginia Tech, 100 Otey Street, Blacksburg. All events begin with coffee and conversation at 10:00 a.m. on the first Friday of each designated month. Events, times and dates are subject to change. Check newsletters and website for announcements. Friday, April 7, 2017 Dr. Richard (Rick) Masters, concert pianist & instructor, VT Department of Music Topic: Encore! Students from the Virginia Tech music department will present a spring musicale featuring delightful songs and sonatas, accompanied and introduced by faculty member Masters. Photos from Hiking Group at The Channels Natural Area Preserve near Abingdon June 9, 2016

8 Our second and last trip in the Spring will be later than usual for us. We will be going to several places for an all day trip on Thursday, June 15 th. BIG WALKER LOOKOUT BEAGLE RIDGE HERB FARM & Edith Bolling Wilson Museum Wytheville, Va. Thursday, June 15, :00 am 6:00 pm Our two vans will leave Blacksburg Recreation Center promptly at 8:15; please be ready to board by 8:00 a.m. We have a big day planned! We will begin our drive along a National Scenic By-Way/ Civil War Trail & Birding Trail to the top of Rt. 52. We will be where only the birds see more. Big Walker Lookout and Country Store is the oldest and highest private scenic attraction in Virginia! The view from the mountain is magnificent! There s also a 100-foot tower that can be climbed by anyone in our group who s feeling adventurous! We will have time to shop in the Country Store where we can select from the numerous homemade treasures made by 25 different artisans and craftsmen, as well as homemade fudge and ham. The only expense will be your individual purchases in the Country Store. 11:30 am - Next we will travel to Beagle Ridge Herb Farm for lunch and a tour that will be pleasing to all of our senses! Visiting in June enables us to preview their Lavender Festival, display gardens, perennials, annuals and also enjoy a walk-through of the Butterfly House flying flowers. 4:00 pm Tour the Edith Bolling Wilson Museum. Edith was the second wife of Woodrow Wilson and was born right here in Wytheville! We will actually be touring Edith s childhood home (now a museum). A gift shop is also located in the museum. Beagle Ridge Herb Farm Luncheon Menu (notify Joy Herbert of your choice when making reservation) Travel and Tours Chicken Salad Croissant accompanied by Spring Green Salad (Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing), Dessert and Beverage Vegetarian Option: Three Cheese Croissant with Roasted Red Peppers, Spring Green Salad (Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing), Dessert and Beverage Reservations are on first come/first served basis, so DON T DELAY! A waiting list will be kept in case of any cancellations. $35.00 each for Blacksburg residents; $45.00 each for non-residents. Price includes bus trip, lunch, tax, and gratuity. Make your trip reservation by calling Joy Herbert at beginning on March 2nd. Deadline for reservations: Thursday, June 1st If you have any questions, please contact Laura Hewitt: lhewitt1@me.com Phone:

9 Virginia Tech Faculty Women's Club Annual Meeting and Spring Luncheon Tuesday, April 11, 2017, 12 Noon BELIVEAU ESTATE WINERY Come enjoy fellowship with other members and guests, participate in the business meeting, and revel in entertainment by the Capricio Quartet in this relaxing and scenic venue. Luncheon Menu: (gluten-free) Salad: Field greens with choice of three dressings Entrée: Honey citrus chicken breast with dried cranberries Side Dishes: Marinated oven-roasted asparagus with candied pecans Roasted rosemary potatoes Dessert: Strawberry shortcake with whipped cream Includes freshly baked bread with creamy butter, freshly brewed coffee, iced tea, lemonade, and water. $20.00 (tax and gratuity included) If interested, wine-tasting (8) will be available for $5 per person after lunch. Note: Because some may not care to drive to the Beliveau Estate Winery, Nancy Murray has graciously volunteered to coordinate carpooling. If you would be willing to drive and accommodate 1, 2, or 3 passengers, please contact Nancy at nancykmurray@hotmail.com or Provide your name, phone number, address and number of passengers (besides yourself). For those who would like to ride with someone, please notify Nancy, also providing name, phone number and . She will contact you with final details for your transportation. Drivers and riders will meet in the Northeast section of the Food Lion parking lot, located at the corner of North Main and Patrick Henry Drive, NO LATER THAN 10:40 a.m. Luncheon Committee: Alice Feret, Marlene Benfield, Charlene Flick, Maggie Pratt, Janice Reed, Betsy Risen FIRM deadline for reservations: Friday, March 31, 2017 Make check payable to VTFWC. Mail to: Treasurer VTFWC, P.O. Box Blacksburg, VA VTFWC Annual Meeting & Spring Luncheon April 11, 2017, Noon, Beliveau Estate Winery Name Phone/ BRING A FRIEND Guest(s) Total $20.00 per person Total enclosed Note: If paying through PayPal, the cost is $21.00 per person

10 Virginia Tech Faculty Women s Club Bulk Rate P. O. Box U.S. POSTAGE PAID Blacksburg VA Blacksburg VA PERMIT NO. 29 Upcoming Events Don t miss these exciting events! See complete details inside newsletter. Friday Forums: April 7, 2017 Dr. Richard (Rick) Masters, concert pianist & instructor, VT Department of Music Topic: Encore! Spring Luncheon Tuesday, April 11, 2017 Spring Trip 12 Noon The Beliveau Estates Winery (details inside newsletter) Thursday, June 15, 2017 Big Walker Lookout, Beagle Ridge Herb Farm, Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace & Museum