ClubRunner, our complete computerized system of database, website, bulletin creating, and more, has been upgrading their service and gradually transitioning clubs along through the beta test.. The website has been partially changed and, with today's RotaryGrams, we are introducing the new Version 3 of the newsletter bulletin. It takes on a somewhat new look, we are attempting to keep the changes to a minimum so that readers still find it convenient and easy to manage. It will continue to be a work-in-progress so your comments and suggestions are welcomed.
Much has changed at Lamar Institute of Technology since Dr. Paul J. Szuch was named president in July 2006.
His focus has been on enhancing student success, teaching excellence and community and civic engagement for LIT students, faculty and staff. In his update to the club, he will tell of the changes and strides taken in these 7+ years and share plans for the future. Joining him for the presentation will be David Mosley, Coordinator of Institutional Effectiveness and Grants.
Paul Szuch is a product of the community college environment, having received his associate of arts degree from Pensacola Junior College. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Management/Business Education from the University of West Florida and his Master of Education in Business Education from the University of Southern Mississippi. He holds a Doctorate of Higher Education from Nova Southeastern University.
We are proud to say Paul is a fellow Rotarian and member of our Club.
Ever wish YOU had the opportunity to ring the opening bell at the meeting?
For a donation of $25 to the Beaumont Rotary Foundation, you will be allowed to do just that. You will be called up to ring the bell to start the meeting.
When he rings the bell to conclude the meeting, President Chad Blanchard will match your donation with another $25 donation to the Beaumont Rotary Foundation!
The Board of Directors voted electronically on a new member proposal and approved. Secretary Sharon McCabe made the announcement at the meeting on November 6.
Shawn Pierce, Spindletop District Director, Three Rivers Council, Boy Scouts of America
Proposed by Buz Brown with classification: "Association: Scouting"
In accordance with our bylaws (Article 13, Section 8), please submit written objections related to the aforementioned proposals within 10 days (of November 6) to the board of directors, stating the reason for your objection.
Volunteers "Showed Their Colors" on Veterans' Day!
Our teams loaded up and headed out in the early morning hours of November 11 and raised more than 475 flags across Beaumont to honor the country's veterans.
Thank you to Chairman Pat Anderson and the volunteers: George Pate, Leonard Juncker, Sharen Kirksey, John Neely, Larry Beaulieu, Chad Blanchard, Slate Babineaux, Keith Giblin, Phil Dunlap, Rob Glassey, Gene Arnold, Alan Sampson, Craig Lively, Cindy Cherry, Butch Cherry, Scott Hatcher, Brandon Fisher, Travis Brewer, David Locke, David Heinz, and Michael Perez.
Chairman Pat was working on the final list of volunteers as the RotaryGram went to press. If you helped with flags today and do not find your name listed above, please accept our thanks and send a note to the office (admin@beaumontrotaryclub.org) to earn your make-up and Service Above Self credit.
In the second half of the Rotary year, between January and June, we will be hosting students and their parents on multiple occasions for special meetings. We will have the RYLA students join us for a meeting, followed by Youth Service Above Self Award recipients, scholarship recipients, Interact club students and more. Your help to cover the cost of the meal tickets would be greatly appreciated. Please consider donating a meal ticket or two from the next book you purchase. If you are able, please pay it forward for the next generation of Rotarians to enjoy lunch with us.
We are not talking about a monetary contribution but rather a gift of your time and talents. In addition to the head table assignments, we need Rotarians do help each week as greeters, badge scanner, photographer, attendance checker. Please volunteer in advance so we know to count on you, or say "yes" when asked. You can complete a quick response form by linking here.
Did you know November is "Celebrate Rotary Foundation Month?"
