Be an Everyday Hero
Be an Everyday American Hero - so asks the Rotary e-Club of Houston. Here's how you can step up and serve as an "Everyday Hero" during this time of need resulting from Hurricanes Helene and Milton!
Stories
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Member NewsBe an Everyday American Hero! Learn how by visiting our most recent program. |
Rotary Leadership Institute
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RYLA 2024 Sponsored Students Thank You! |
The Magic of Rotary Rotary International President-elect Stephanie Urchick announced that the 2024-25 presidential theme is The Magic of Rotary and called on members to recognize and amplify the organization’s power to save lives.
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Father's Day Reflections in the Age of Technology (Republished with updates)
Father's Day typically brings to mind the special men in our lives, but with today's genetic technology, the definition of father continues to expand. Today's program republishes a MSRE program 4 years ago presented by then MSRE President Diana Martinelli - with the addition of links to two recently published (2024) articles examining genetic modifications and the promises and questions already at play. (2024-2025 MSRE President Rick Phalunas)
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Food Insecurity - A look back 4 yearsThis MSRE program is one of a series of programs highlighting the global, national, regional, and local issue of food insecurity. The MSRE, for quite a few years, has funded small projects addressing this issue related to school children in selected West Virginia counties, and in support of Rotary District and Rotary Club service projects. Reports of these service projects will also be included in future programs. |
Rotary's Two Mottos |
Rotary and Environmental SustainabilityThe Environment is Rotary International's April Monthly Theme. Therefore, we hope you will enjoy reading more about some of what Rotary is doing in pursuant of a more sustainable environment across the globe. |
Water, Sanitation, and HygieneWater, Sanitation, and Hygiene is the Rotary International monthly theme for March each year. Today's program begins with a message from RI Trustee Chair Barry Rassin, and then previews some Rotary Service projects related to this theme. |
Making Movie Magic (in WV) with Jeff Tinnell |
Why Rotary? |
CURRENT e-CLUB PROGRAM
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JANUARY 16 PROGRAM
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Disaster Response Fund for Ukraine
"With Ukraine in the Heart." This recent  online forum highlighted the various strategies and organizational work accomplished with international partners from around the world to provide aid, equipment, and volunteers to help ease the suffering of the people of Ukraine. With the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine and a second year on the horizon, Ukraine Rotary Clubs urge Rotarians worldwide to donate to the Disaster Response Fund for Ukraine.
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E-Club RecognitionE-CLUB PROGRAMPRESIDING TODAY IS: Jeffrey Tinnell, MSRE President
Ding! We’re now in session. Welcome, all – visitors, fellow Rotarians, and guests alike to this E-Club program! Remember the Four-Way Test! At the beginning of each meeting, we remind ourselves of The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always ... Of the things we think, say, or do:
Reflective Moment: "We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference." Nelson Mandela
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Rotary AlumniThe first Week in October, 2022 is Rotary Alumni Reconnect Week. So . . . who are Rotary Alumni? How many are there? Where are they? How can we engage them to enhance Rotary, and Rotary Clubs? |
Rotary Membership Update When Rotary’s membership is strong, our clubs are more vibrant, Rotary is more visible, and our members have more resources to help communities flourish. To accomplish everything we want to do, we need our club, district, and zone leaders to commit to growing Rotary and Rotaract. That’s why growing our membership is our top internal organizational priority. This presentation will provide you with an overview of the current state of Rotary membership as of January 2022; and, it will provide ideas for reaching the goals of the RI and MSRE Membership Action Plan (under development), which will include: increasing our impact; expanding our reach; enhancing participant engagement; and, increasing our ability to adapt. |
Rotary Responds to the Crisis in UkraineE-CLUB PROGRAMPRESIDING TODAY IS: Richard Phalunas
Welcome all – visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to this E-Club program! Remember the Four-Way Test! At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
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West Virginia TalentE-CLUB PROGRAMPRESIDING TODAY IS: Jeffrey Tinnell
Welcome all – visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to this E-Club program! Remember the Four-Way Test! At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
Reflective Moments"Without perseverance, talent is a barren bed." Welsh Proverb |
Peace and Conflict Resolution
Member Bonnie Branciaroli examines the recent conflict in Ukraine and Rotary's role within it. Rotary International's February calendar topic was Peace and Conflict Resolution. How ironic that a major war destined to touch us all in some way reared its head on February 24, 2022. |
Black History: An Educator's View
Member Lisa Gum, a speech pathologist working with elementary students in the North Carolina school system, leads us into thoughts about Black history. February is Black History Month and traditionally honors and celebrates extraordinary accomplishments by many African Americans throughout American history. But, what happens, Lisa questions, when we talk about the darker side of Black history? It is imperative to not only appreciate the accomplishment of Black Americans during February but also acknowledge the fact that African American citizens have had to overcome immeasurable odds from the very beginning. What happens when we begin to have uncomfortable conversations about race? |
Community ServiceThis Week's Meeting Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of December 1, 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
Reflective Moment: “The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” – Helen Keller |
MotivationThis Week's Meeting Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of November 15, 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
Reflective Moment: "Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others." Booker T. Washington |
ExperiencesThis Week's Meeting Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of November 1, 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
Reflective Moment - "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." Benjamin Franklin
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World Polio DayThis Week's Meeting  Week beginning October 19, 2021 Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of October 19 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
Reflective Moment - “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill As 2021 rapidly winds down, please remember that World Polio Day is scheduled for October 24, 2021. As Rotarians, our Polio Plus program has been a key driver in raising funds and working to defeat the horrible disease. For this program, I have included a brief overview of Rotary's efforts and how you can learn more on how to being an impactful and involved participant. Have a great week.
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Ego in BusinessThis Week's Meeting Week beginning September 20, 2021 Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of September 20 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
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IntegrityThis Week's Meeting Week beginning September 6, 2021 Presiding today is Jeffrey Tinnell, President MSRE Club Ding! We're now in session. Welcome all - Visitors, fellow Rotarians and guests alike to the E-Club meeting for the week of September 6 2021! Four-Way Test At the beginning of each meeting we remind ourselves of the The Four-Way Test. Therefore, please remember to ask yourself always . . . Of the things we think, say or do:
A Reflective Moment "To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man." - William Shakespeare, 1564-1616 |
Habitat RestorationFilm Director, Screenwriter and Author Robert Tinnell shares his personal challenge of restoring a family property to its' original splendor.
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Leadership"Honesty and integrity are virtues worth working towards." George WashingtonWhat are the qualities of leadership that can help to make an impact on individual lives and the communities we live in? The last year plus we have seen our lives change dramatically through the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now as we begin to return to life we led prior to this event, how to adjust to the shared experiences from this time period? What do we no longer take for granted? How do we want to live our lives? Are we more willing to take an active part in shaping our communities through more active participation? |
May is Youth Service Month
Rotary Clubs around the world work with their Districts and Rotary International to build leadership skills in interested youth through the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program. RYLA is an intensive leadership experience where young people can develop leadership skills while having fun and making connections with other like-minded youth within their region. There are other leadership building organizations as well, and our program today focuses upon OH-WV YLA, the Ohio-West Virginia Youth Leadership Association and the local YLA Leadership Summit at Camp Horseshoe in Tucker County, West Virginia.
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April is Maternal and Child Health Month
Mahesh Karra, Assistant Professor of Global Development Policy Center at Boston University, discusses the importance of maternal and child health during the COVID pandemic. In applying the lessons learned from Ebola to COVID-19, the reductions and stagnations in maternal health service provisions will likely contribute to adverse health and mortality outcomes for women and children, particularly in low-and middle-income countries.
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Black History Month 2021
February is Black History Month and our E-Club member, Lisa M. Gum, will be offering a virtual workshop called “Anti-Racism and You” on Saturday morning at 10 a.m., February 20, 2020. This educational opportunity connects into Black History month by relating the need for awareness of the Black experience that results from racism. |
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, December 1 is Giving Tuesday, and what better day to give to OUR foundation, The Rotary Foundation. It's also the day we can meet our Zone 33 Polio Plus giving challenge of $45 per member for the 2020-2021 Rotary year to help The Rotary Foundation eradicate polio forever. |
World Polio Day 2020
Saturday, October 24, 2020 was World Polio Day. “How can we meet our Zone 33 Polio Plus giving challenge of $45 per member to help The Rotary Foundation eradicate polio forever? |
It's Club Fundraising Time!
For the Mountain State Rotary E-Club, September is Club Fundraising time, along with Rotary International's Basic Education & Literacy Month. This year, the Tucker Community Foundation event, Run For It, has gone virtual making it easier to involve family, friends, colleagues and/or fellow Rotarians in your own neighborhood. We hope you'll participate! |
Staying Sane During the Covid-19 Crisis
PDG Dr. Mary Berge speaks to us with a passion and enthusiasm we all need right now. Here are some tips on how to “Stay Sane During the Covid-19 Crisis” from an expert clinical psychologist and outstanding Rotarian. Enjoy! |
March is Rotary Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Month
This meeting program encourages every Rotarian to use our concerns about coronavirus and relate them to Rotary’s March theme: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Month. Washing hands and good hygiene practices have not been thrust into the American public square to this degree in memory. Let’s use that in considering afresh what these issues and needs mean to the people in less developed nations and remember that not everyone else has it as good as we do, and they still need our help. |
AI: It's Here Now... Part 2
This meeting is the second part of a look at Artificial Intelligence, a technological change that will sweep this new decade and change the world more swiftly and totally than any other industrial development to date. Rotarians need to form a frontline of understanding of what is happening with emerging technology to better serve our communities close and far. |
Black History Month
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Revisiting Martin Luther King, Jr.
In January 2018, iPast President Diana Martinelli posted a program on Martin Luther King, Jr.'s world peace accomplishments and the interrelationship with Rotary International's world peace initiatives. In this era of American divisiveness, have societal issues changed in the past 50 years since his iconic "I have a Dream" speech in Washington, D.C on a hot summer day in August 1963? |
December is Disease Prevention and Treatment Month
December is Disease Prevention and Treatment month, which is one of The Rotary Foundation's Areas of Focus. Fellow E-Club member Dr. Leela Raju presents updated information on the Eye Foundation of America, established in Morgantown, WV in 1979 by her father, VK Raju.
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Community and Service Partner to Put Books in the Hands of Kids
This week's program is a story on how community and service can partner to put books in the hands of kids. Enjoy!
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World Polio Day
This Thursday, October 24 is World Polio Day. “How can we meet our Zone 33 Polio Plus giving challenge of $35 per member to help The Rotary Foundation eradicate polio forever? |
October is Economic & Community Development Month
October is Economic and Community Development month and we’ll be taking a look at the history and a present day service of the Tucker Community Foundation, a regional West Virginia non-profit serving Potomac Highlands communities. |
September is Basic Education & Literacy Month
September is Basic Education & Literacy Month. Did you know that hunger affects how kids learn? Join us in the fight against hunger in our own backyard and pay special tribute to Education and Literacy! |
While membership attraction and engagement is everyone’s responsibility year-round, August had been designated as a month to celebrate Rotary’s greatest asset — our members. Thanks for all that you do, and all you will do in this Rotary year. |
Mountain State Rotary E-Club secretary Lisa Gum challenges us to look at the issue of immigration and the current crisis at the U.S. southern border. As we ponder our roles as Rotarians in relation to this situation, how can the Four-Way Test gude us in our thinking, and help us to frame our discussions and decisions. |
Let's End Polio Now
October 24 is Rotary World Polio Day, but July is considered ‘Polio Month’ on the Rotary International (RI) public image calendar. Now is the time to begin promoting your “End Polio Now” fundraiser set for October 2019. July is also the time to ask yourself and your club, “So what do you want to do to help meet Rotary International Foundation challenges when it comes to Polio Plus giving?” |
Welcome To A New Rotary Year
July 1 marked the beginning of a new Rotary year. Our 2019-2020 year of Rotary begins with a new International president and Board of Directors, a new Presidential theme, and a new West Virginia District with our very first D7545 Governor and leadership team. |
Believing you can improve
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Graduation and Commencement: the end and the beginning
People often use the words “graduation” and “commencement” interchangeably, and indeed they can be synonymous. However, “commencement” has a more important primary meaning: “the act of beginning.” In this speech by Oprah Winfrey, she imparts humor and wisdom to the Harvard Class of 2013.
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Early Childhood & Family Intervention: The Proof is in the Pudding
Our Rotary club’s focus on education and child/family health allows us to become involved in support programs that help local children and families, while supporting Rotary International's work around the world as well. A first step could be to provide links to resources for families who may be experiencing challenges and don't know where to turn. Often, simply knowing there is support available can take an enormous weight off the shoulders of worried parents and families.
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Rotary Leadership Institute: Foundation 101
Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) trainings offer foundations, fun and friendships for leaders to grow and succeed.
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Are People Pushing Your Buttons?
When people get under our skin, it could be because we recognize an unpleasant truth in their remarks. Guest presenter Linda Arnold (of Linda Arnold Life 101) discusses how self-reflection and mindset can help us grow to thank people who "push our buttons."
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Caring for Ourselves and Leading Others
In order to truly care for others, we should start by caring for ourselves. WVU Health Sciences Vice President Clay Marsh, MD, returned to his native state of West Virginia to make a difference in the health of its residents. In this program, drawn from our 2017 archives, he distills what he's learned into simple tips for a healthier you.
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An Introduction to the Benefits of Yoga
Join our new member, Lisa Gum, into this meditative journey of Yoga and learn how Rotary and Yoga compliment each other in many ways to do good in the world. A happier and healthier you is just a breath away!
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Operation Paperback: 10 years of book-giving to active service personnel
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A sports team's community commitment
Although sports teams are often heralded for their talent and for the excitement they offer fans, many athletes quietly give back to their communities in ways far more meaningful. The Pittsburgh Pirates--and their farm teams--offer ample evidence of such contributions, dating back to a challenge by legend Roberto Clemente, who perished on New Year's Eve 1972 while working to serve others.
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In this magical time when giving is part of the Season, we offer this remarkable story about how one spark of an idea in one Rotary club grew to six weeks of illumination featuring 4 million twinkling lights to help “Feed the Hungry of the Coulee Region” for nearly 25 years. Enjoy! |
Think "The Rotary Foundation" on #GivingTuesday
Entering its seventh year, #GivingTuesday-- celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the United States after the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday--is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. |
Honoring our Veterans
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Multiple Levels of Rotarian Fellowship
Rotary Fellowships offer another layer of Rotary engagement, friendship, potential travel and fun. There's something for everyone! In this program, Mountain State Rotary E-Club Public Image Chair Bonnie Branciaroli shares a recent Rotary fellowship experience and provides more information on how we might do the same.
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We're THIS close: World Polio Day Approaches!
This is a program from our 2016 archives that's been updated with a more recent and very compelling video to help inspire Rotarians everywhere of how far we've come in battling polio and the vigilant work that remains to eradicate it. We hope it helps to inspire you because "we're THIS close" to defeating the disease.
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“Mighty Oaks from Tiny Acorns Grow”; “Rotary Stands for Tolerance”:
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Planning for Success
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E-Club Best Practices around the World |
Plant a Tree for Decades of Beauty and Benefits
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Welcome to a New Year of Rotary!
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards: Building confidence and values
District 7540 has been sponsoring Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) for more than 30 years. In this program, RYLA alumna and new E-Club member Wrenna Dorrer shares some memories about the 2018 event. |
The Great Power of Role Models and Mentorship: Research findings and advice
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It's that time again: Spring Has Sprung and Its Time for Action!
This time of year marks the beginning of spring, when the world is full of new growth and possibilities for the coming seasons.
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On Eagles' Wings: Uplifted by horses
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10% Better Adds Up!
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Because I Said I Would ... The Power of Promises
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Are Books Still Relevant? The Importance of Reading to Children |
Remembering MLK's Peace Agenda |
The Importance of Goal Setting |
Rotarians preventing blindness around the world |
Gratitude & Our Foundation |
The Hope and Dignity of Work |
Why Stay in Rotary? |
Backpack Programs, Food Insecurity & Rotary |
Chess and Community: A Winning Game! |
Rotary International Tree Planting Initiative--We can help! |
A New Rotary Year, New School Year: Find Your Inspiration! |
The Power of Yes and Perspective |
Changing Lives Starts Here |
Caring for Ourselves; Leading Others |
Vernacular Documentation Project |
Five Ways to Lead in an Era of Constant Change |
Questions about your eyes |
The Impact of Strong Leadership |
The Biggest Annual Family Reunion in the World |
Success, failure and the drive to keep creating |
How to Speak Up for Yourself |
The Importance of Goal Setting |
The Importance of Goal Setting |
Believing You Can Improve |
World Polio Day |
Critical thinking and the political season |
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How We Can Make the World a Better Place By 2030 |
What does it mean to be a citizen of the world? |
The Importance of Service |
If You Don't Understand People, You Don't Understand Business |
The Power of Listening |
Perspective and the Power of Yes |
MSRE is About Leadership |
Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish. |
Valentine's Day and Rotary: Care in Common |
Business in West Virginia |
The Boys of 1905- History of Rotary InternationalTonight, I enjoyed attending our Morgantown Rotary Meetup. During this special evening of gathering, all 5 Morgantown clubs bring their members together to fellowship and talk Rotary. While at the meeting, someone mentioned the Wheel that serves as our Rotary logo and it made me think about the true historical significance of our organization. Hope you enjoy this program!
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A Virtual Visit by District Governor Mike KirkpatrickEvery Rotary Year, the District Governor makes it a top priority to visit (at least once) each of the 30+ Rotary Clubs in District 7530. This year, our District Governor Mike Kirkpatrick has authored the weekly program below to present his vision and priorities for the 2015-16 Rotary year. We believe this visit by our DG to be especially meaningful as not only the First MSRE Weekly program for 2016, but also the First Weekly program for our new Website! Please enjoy the first-ever District Governor's virtual visit to our club.
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Spring Has Sprung and Its Time for Action!Other than National Soft Pretzel Month and, of course, April Fool’s Day, this time of year marks the beginning of spring and a re-awakening of sorts. We’ve made it past the dog days of winter and the world is full of possibilities for the coming spring and summer months.
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Helping OthersI wanted to take time this week to share a film my company recently completed for Glenville State College and their Hidden Promise Scholarship program. The film was submitted to the White House as part of a peer mentoring initiative sponsored by the First Lady. For me, the story told by students at GSC proved to be inspiring and reassuring that even with all the changes in the world, we still have much to be proud of in today’s young people and to the importance to taking time for others. I hope you enjoy the piece and please feel free to share with others.
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The Good News on Poverty (Yes, there's good news)When we look around our country and world, it isn’t hard to find many stories about poverty and the negative stereotypes that come along with it. This TED talk really stood out to me because it focuses on the progress and positive things happening across the globe….and because the presenter is BONO!
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What Non-Profits Can Learn from Coca-Cola |
March is Literacy Month |
Extroverts and Introverts Alike Can Make Great Leaders! |
In Mentorship, Every Moment Matters |
The Rotary Leadership Institute will strengthen your club & strengthen your life. Rotary provides an opportunity for all of us to provide service to our community and throughout the world.
Why Rotary?
