Welcome Info
Introduction of the meeting
Snacks
E-board introductions
Can be found on the website msurotaract.org
Emails, bio, picture
What is Rotary?
Service, networking, friendship, fun
Worldwide organization
Thousands of members worldwide
Non-profit organization
Our mission
provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance the world, fellowship of business professionals, and community leaders
Founded by Paul Harris in 1905 in Chicago Illinois
Rotary 4-Way Test of The Things We Think, Say, or Do
1. Is it the Truth?
3. Will it build Goodwill and better friendships?
2. Is it Fair to all Concerned?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
What is Rotaract?
College-based version of rotary for young professionals
Bridge between Interact and Rotary
cheaper/easier/more hands-on
All about networking, connecting with people
MSU Rotaract founded in the early 2000’ fell off and was created again in 2017, re-established after Covid
Rotaract clubs do not need to be university-affiliated
No age although tend to be younger
How to be a member?
Pay dues, $20 a year with Treasurer Manny
Cash, Venmo, check
Venmo: msluallen2
Checks: Make out to MSU Rotaract
If you have any financial issues talk with Mia (president) and Manny (treasurer)
How to be a member?
Rotaract is a point-based system club
We ask that you get 7-10 points per year
You get points for attending meetings and events
Membership chair Rron tracks these
POINTS CAN BE AWARDED FOR DOING OTHER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES IF A PHOTO IS SUBMITTED-send to Rron
Rotaract’s Schedule for the year:
Events may change based on weather, the host, and if times need to be revised. All updates will be shared via email, GroupMe, and social media!
General Meetings: Wednesday’s 6:00 PM Holmes Hall
September 19-Decorate Lunch Bags for Kids in School
October 2- Networking With Rotary Members
October 16-Cardz 4 Kidz
October 30-Halloween Social Night
November 13-Tie Blankets/Binky Patrol
December 4-Finals De-stress event
Rotaract Events 2024
September 20: Michigan Waterways Stewards fly fishing event and river/park clean up. 3-7 PM
September 21: Michigan Waterways Stewards Potter Park/Meridian Park Beautification/Clean-up 10-3 PM
September 27: Life Remodeled Detroit Michigan, beautify neighborhoods
October 4: Hayride with Alpha Chi Sigma-TBD
October 12: Constellation Cat Café Clean-up 8-10 PM
November 3: Michigan Waterways stewards red cedar clean up, partner with Delta Sigma Phi 11-2
November 22: Greater Lansing Food Bank Packaging event 11-2 PM
If you have any questions about these please reach out: to rso.msurotaract@msu.edu
Final Items
Questions:
Do you have a service hour sheet log? - Yes, we do, and we will be sending it out
Will all meetings be on Wednesdays? -Yes they will for the Fall Semester
What if I can’t come to every meeting/event: No worries! Attend what you can and talk with us, all are always welcome!
Kahoot!