American Association for Women in Community Colleges
AAWCC at CSM
American Association for Women in Community Colleges (AAWCC), a national organization that began in 1974, provides opportunities and events that create synergy and assist women in achieving their professional goals.

The AAWCC at CSM chapter was established in 2025 to:
- Empower women across roles: staff, faculty, students, administrators
- Create a space for mentoring, networking, and growth
- Connect locally and nationally with like-minded professionals
Get involved if you are interested in:
- Developing and participating in educational programs
- Expanding communication and networking among women in community colleges and across campus
- Participating in local and state workshops for professional growth
- Engaging in equity-focused conversations that impact women in community colleges
Membership
Chapter membership is open to all faculty and staff working in any role at the College of Southern Maryland.
Complete the Membership Application
CSM AAWCC Planning Team
- President, Dr. Kandace Foreman @Kandace Foreman
- Vice President, Sylvia Royster @Sylvia Royster
- Secretary, Tamara Gibbs-Franklin @Tamara Gibbs-Franklin
- Treasurer, Lesley Quattlebaum @Lesley Quattlebaum
- Destini Courtney @Destini Courtney
- Avis McMillon, @Avis McMillon
- Erika Stevens, @Erika Stevens
- Dr. Trenace Richardson, @Trenace Richardson