
February 1, 2023
Sarah Read and Chris Horn spoke to members about Metro’s PeaceBuilder Committee.
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Sarah Read and Chris Horn spoke to members about Metro’s PeaceBuilder Committee.
Download NewsletterDue to inclement weather, there was no meeting today. Planning continues for Metro’s annual fundraiser which will occur in 9 days.
Download NewsletterDr. Bill Buttlar spoke to members about the Mizzou Asphalt Pavement & Innovation Lab (MAPIL).
Download NewsletterMel “Bird Man” Toellner spoke to members about all things bird related.
Download NewsletterMary Paulsell spoke to members about the Central Missouri Honor Flights.
Download NewsletterBest wishes for a happy and healthy 2023!
Download NewsletterShanelle Moore spoke to members about Kingdom Konnections.
Download NewsletterDayton Shepherd informed members about the Cosmopolitan International Clubs.
Download NewsletterUnder the direction of Hannah Aubry, the West Middle School Choir entertained our members with beautiful harmonies!
Download NewsletterJoe Allison and Warren Prost presented their respective classification talks
Download NewsletterMembers participated in the All-Columbia Rotary Clubs Annual Luncheon.
Download NewsletterMetro’s Foundation Committee spoke to members about the important work of The Rotary Foundation
Download NewsletterMU Wrestling Head Coach Brian Smith spoke to members about Tiger Style
Download NewsletterDr. Chris Riley-Tillman updated members about the MU College of Education & Human Development
Download NewsletterJay Sparks spoke to members about the REDI services available for local entrepreneurs
Download NewsletterBrian Toohey updated members about the Columbia housing market
Download NewsletterDr. David Russell, President of Columbia College presented the weekly program
Download NewsletterMembers watched RI President Jennifer Jones deliver her 2022-23 Presidential theme speech.
Download NewsletterRikki Ascani spoke to members about Livable Streets in Columbia
Download NewsletterDr. Daive Dunkley, author of Women and Resistance in the Early Rastafari Movement, presented the program
Download NewsletterCraig Adams, Director of the Columbia STEM Alliance spoke to members about their programs
Download NewsletterElaine Martin and Sarah Johannaber presented their respective classification talks
Download NewsletterNicole Langston spoke to members about the CPS Preschool Program and Metro’s Partner in Education relationship
Download NewsletterLaney McCaleb shared her experiences from attending the 2022 Missouri RYLA Academy
Download NewsletterMSHSAA Executive Director Dr. Jen Rukstad spoke to members this week about the organization’s structure and purpose
Download NewsletterSarah Read led members through a discussion of Metro’s Strategic Plan
Download NewsletterColumbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe updated members about her first 100 days in office
Download NewsletterRandy Cole, CEO of the Columbia Housing Authority updated members about his agency’s efforts
Download NewsletterBoone County Sheriff Dwayne Carey updated members about his department’s activities
Download NewsletterPresident Margaret Conroy delivered her Rotary Year in Review address.
Download NewsletterDeborah Kendrick, news anchor at ABC17 News, spoke to members about investigative reporting.
Download NewsletterMetro artists Anna Drake and Andrea Quiroz-Jira shared their talents with the club
Download NewsletterHeather Harlan spoke to members about Adverse Childhood Experiences and their affects later on in the lives of adults
Download NewsletterGabi Jacobs spoke to members about the Local Motion Giving Rides Program
Download NewsletterSulaiman Assadullah spoke about Afghan refugees at the University of Missouri and in the Columbia community.
Download NewsletterLiam Schrader and Asher Ferguson spoke to members about the WakeUp! Interact Club hosting youth mental health dialogues
Download NewsletterCarissa Kessler spoke to member about programs and services offered by Burrell Behavioral Health.
Download NewsletterMembers participated in roundtable discussions about youth.
Download NewsletterJolene Schulz and Lynnanne Baumgartner spoke to members about the Assistance League of Mid-Missouri.
Download NewsletterJean Leonatti spoke to members about the migratory pattern of monarchs.
Download NewsletterTom O’Connor spoke to members about Water and Sanitation and Rotary.
Download NewsletterJanet Thompson and Betsy Peters spoke to members about the Prop 1 use tax issue upcoming on the April 5 ballot.
Download NewsletterHeather Stewart spoke to members about the Voluntary Action Center.
Download NewsletterKelly Hill spoke to members about the Heart of Missouri Court Appointed Special Advocates.
Download NewsletterValerie Ninichuck and Adam Blumhagen presented their respective classification talks.
Download NewsletterColumbia Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Brian Yearwood updated members about district accomplishments and spoke about future opportunities.
Download NewsletterJackie Reed spoke to members about Caring Hearts and Hands of Columbia.
Download NewsletterDr. Daive Dunkley spoke to members about the MU Peace Studies Program.
Download NewsletterSarah Read provided members with a Peace Action and Education update.
Download NewsletterValerie Berta and Martha Means spoke to members about Refugee Services offered by Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri.
Download NewsletterMark Claypole spoke to members about Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and grants.
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