Club Assembly
Three Minute Speaker — David Anderson
David took the opportunity to further explain the Rotary Foundation Global Grant, which District 9790 applied for to sponsor a Global Grant Scholar, who will under-take post graduate studies at an international university. Yea Rotary Club is a signatory sponsor for the District supplied grant.
Jeffrey Xia, a Melbourne University Environmental Science graduate, who is now working in the field of climate change, renewable energy and sustainable projects in Southeast Asia, was awarded the scholarship to undertake a duel masters degree at Stanford University, California, USA.
We heard from Jeffrey, via video, that he is very happy to be the recipient of the Global Grant Scholarship assisting him to study for 2 years, whilst he completed his Masters in Business Studies and Masters in Environment Science, offering the opportunity to create change, immerse in science and further studies.
Jeffrey thanked Yea RC and the 9790 leadership team for the opportunity to continue studying.
The $30,000 grant is 30% of funding required for the 24 month study commitment,
David took the opportunity to further explain the Rotary Foundation Global Grant, which District 9790 applied for to sponsor a Global Grant Scholar, who will under-take post graduate studies at an international university. Yea Rotary Club is a signatory sponsor for the District supplied grant.
Jeffrey Xia, a Melbourne University Environmental Science graduate, who is now working in the field of climate change, renewable energy and sustainable projects in Southeast Asia, was awarded the scholarship to undertake a duel masters degree at Stanford University, California, USA.
We heard from Jeffrey, via video, that he is very happy to be the recipient of the Global Grant Scholarship assisting him to study for 2 years, whilst he completed his Masters in Business Studies and Masters in Environment Science, offering the opportunity to create change, immerse in science and further studies.
Jeffrey thanked Yea RC and the 9790 leadership team for the opportunity to continue studying.
The $30,000 grant is 30% of funding required for the 24 month study commitment,
Directors Reports:
Club Service—Glenn M
Speakers program has been put in place up to December.
Next week we will hear from Elizabeth Sinclair, CEO, Yea & District Memorial Hospital.
Community Service—Les H,
Received correspondence from Steven Turner, Chaplain at Yea PS, inviting members to participate in a mentor program with students. It is anticipated that it should be 1 hour each week. (Reminder: current Work with Childrens Check will be required—Ann, bulletin editor).
Youth—Lily C
Welcome to Haru, our Japanese exchange student, who will attend an orientation camp in Beechworth for inward and outward bound students this weekend. We are still seeking candidates for the RYLA program, so pass on any names to Lily. School Bursaries and Ruth Konig Scholarships will again happen at end of year.
Foundation—Tony.
David Anderson summed up his recent “Road Trip” with Mark Anderson, visiting club meetings and information sessions in 9790 (Heidelberg, Seymour, Shepparton, Albury, Wangaratta and Benalla) addressing 205 of our 9790 members, to raise awareness of projects run by Foundation and encourage increases in donations.
Membership—Tony
We plan to embark on a membership drive during 2024, and suggested members canvas networks to create interest.
International—Tippy
We now have 3 schools with established English Speaking Corners in Thailand, which completes our objective. Tippy has put forward the suggestion that we could assist vision impaired students at special schools in Thailand.
Our International Night in 2025 will have a Thai/Japanese flavour!
Could we look at the possibility of hosting a RFE visit?
Garden Expo—Tony
We held a meeting tonight, and all looks to be on track! A roster will be made up to cover the 2 days and will be distributed in the next few weeks. There are still flyers to be distributed to neighbouring towns.
Treasurer—Gary
Financial Report for July has been completed and submitted to Board,
Julie will circulate this via email.
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Haru (our Japanese exchange student) and Sue Carpenter | Thank you Flowerdale Primary School for the delicious meal. The boys looked very smart in their white shirts and bow ties! |