It’s not meant to be a secret, but we have learned that many UMRA women do not know about the University of Min­nesota Women’s Club, said Shirley Holt at a recent gather­ing. “It’s time for us to spread the word about the UMWC,” said Van Linck, member of UMWC and an UMRA leader.

This is a dynamic women’s organization, and it is a natural activity for retirees, although membership is open to all ages. It’s great for women who have worked at, graduated from, or have close ties to the University, although it’s open to all women in the community who are supportive of the University’s mission, regardless of past connections.

Among current UMRA members are at least eight living UMWC past presidents. More than 30 UMRA women belong to the UMWC — some joined decades ago, others discovering it quite recently.

One of those UMRA members, Sue Zuriff, says, “As a retiree, I encourage my fellow female UMRA members to join the University of Minnesota Women’s Club. Besides its mission of raising funds for scholarships for deserving women students, it offers many opportunities to make new friends. With 18 special interest sections—there’s some­thing for everyone!”

The interest groups—ranging from women’s health, nature, hiking, travel, music, and arts to book clubs, international concerns, and more—meet in a variety of Twin Cities loca­tions. Annual programming includes five club luncheons.

If you enjoy stimulating activities and conversations with like-minded women friends, then this club is for you. talk with a UMWC member or visit the Women’s Club website, www.umwc.umn.edu, to see a sampling of all the activities that await you.