Lawrence A. Dwyer holds a B.A. Degree in American and British History from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and a Law Degree from Creighton University. He is a member of the Nebraska Bar Association and has been a practicing attorney for 48 years. Larry served on the Board of Directors of the Douglas County Historical Society and became the first President of its Foundation. He was the keynote speaker at the Historical Society's 130th and 140th Anniversary celebrations of the Trial of Standing Bear. He has given countless presentations to various civic organizations for the past decade on the historical significance of Standing Bear.

 

Recently, The Rotary Foundation Chair Heather Legge recognized Past President Aileen Warren as Paul Harris Fellow +3. Aileen is currently serving as President and CEO of ICAN. ICAN is the leadership resource that individuals and organizations turn to for transformational experiences in leader development that resonate with meaning and purpose. Previously, Aileen served as associate vice chancellor and executive director of human resources for University of Nebraska Medical Center since December of 2014. Her 30+ year career also includes serving as vice president of human resources at First Data (now Fiserv) and in positions at MFS Communications and First National Bank of Omaha. Warren holds a bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification, and a Certificate in Organizational Development from the Fielding Institute.

 

Aileen's donation of $4,000 to The Rotary Foundation is critical in the success of RI's areas of focus: Peace and conflict prevention/resolution, Disease prevention and treatment, Water and sanitation, Maternal and child health, Basic education, and literacy, Economic and community development, and Protecting the Environment.

 

Congratulations, Aileen on your PHF +3!

We had a great turnout at last week's meeting as Former Congressman and Rotarian Hal Daub delved into the realities and politics of Social Security

 

Julie Sebastian gave her farewell message to fellow Rotarians. Julie is moving to Georgia to be near her family but she pledged to stay involved in Rotary and will transfer her membership to the Rotary Club of Marietta, Georgia

 

Where three or more Rotarians gathered, there will be attendance credits. Pictured here are Brett Frevert, Gretchen Harvey, and Bill Harvey at their Rotary meet up last week.

Recently, outgoing President Sean Connolly recognized Rotarians with perfect Rotary attendance/engagement. To view the ceremony for the Perfect Attendance award, please click on the YouTube video link provided. https://youtu.be/8GBYMMwq-gI

 

Rotarians are making a difference at Stephen Center. CLICK HERE to sign up. 
 

Stephen Center partners with the community, families, and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction and poverty. Stephen Center has served the homeless and low-income in Omaha since 1984 through its three programs: Emergency Shelter, HERO Program and Transitional Living Program.

 

The Omaha Downtown Rotary partners with Stephens Center in serving hot meals to its residents. 

 

 

Pictured here are hard-working Rotarians L to R: Jim Stewart, Heidi McGinness, Bill Harvey, Nash Mahupete and his wife and son, Franco Gentile, and Scott Kinnaird with his daughter.                                   

 

Connecting with fellow Rotarians is made easy with club service. Plus, you get attendance credit. It's a great deal! If you are a new Rotarian, it counts toward your Red Badge requirements. You may sign up as Greeter, Virtual Greeter, Check-in/Registration, Navigator, and Invocator. Click here to sign up.

 

Pictured here are recent greeters Jill Slupe with her niece Future Rotarian Ava.