It’s membership renewal time for many of us! Up until recent years, branch memberships always expired on June 30 so, for most of us our AAUW membership expiration date will always be that date. Things have changed – for newer members, your expiration date will be one year from the time you officially join. However, you can renew at any time. You’ll want to stay up-to-date on programs and activities, continue to receive The Advocate, and receive the latest Membership Roster.
There are two ways you can renew:
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- You can return the usual paper form (which will be mailed or emailed to you) and paper check as in past years. We will handle everything for you. Or,
- You can self-renew online.
Advantages of self-renewal:
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- You can pay by credit or debit card – no need to write a check.
- You will save yourself an envelope and postage stamp.
- It will take effect immediately – no waiting for your check to clear.
- You can renew anytime – membership will extend 1 year from your current expiration date.
How do I use the online system?
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- You will need an email address in the AAUW system and a password. Your contact information is already there. If your email is not in the system but you would like to renew this way, please contact the web manager who will take care of that part.
- Go to my.aauw.org and log in. The first time you log in, you’ll need to set or re-set your password by clicking the “Forgot Password” Link. After that, click the “Log In” at the top right corner of the website aauw.org.
- In a few steps, you can find your name, click to renew, and enter your payment info.
- Note – you will be renewing as a “national” member unless you choose to become a lifetime member. If you are a dual member, please be sure to choose both (all?) your branches and states – you’ll be able to designate which is the primary affiliation.
- You will immediately get an email confirming the renewal and payment.
What if I don’t have an email address or don’t want to go online?
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- We will process your renewal for you when we receive your check.
What about new members, Friends of the Branch, student members and Shape the Future discounts?
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- Although new members can join on-line, we ‘d prefer to set up the initial record and get a feel for their interests via the paper form.
- Friends of the Branch and Shape the Future discounts will continue to be handled manually.
Rest assured, nobody is forcing anybody to “just go online”. We stand ready and willing to help you join or renew membership in whatever way is most convenient for you.