Stand in the Way! Patient Advocates Speak Out is now available on amazon.com. Go to amazon.com and see what people are saying about this book, written for you. And do not forget to like Patient Advocates Speak Out on its own Facebook page. I do not mean to alarm (yes I do) but eight jumbo jets crashing each and every week (the equivalent of the number of people who die each year from medical error and infections) is a very serious problem (perhaps crisis?). This book is full of good stories, and hope.
Category: Latest News
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Rotarian, Betty Tonsing Releases Book
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JA in a DAY
Rotarians made a difference in children’s lives at JA in a Day on April 10, 2014!
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- Where: IPS, Joyce Kilmer Academy #69
- When: Thursday, April 10 from 9am to 3pm
- Special Training Session: 45 Minute training session will be held directly after Rotary lunch on Tuesday, April 1.
Click to Enlarge JA In A DayJunior Achievement is dedicated to educating students about work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. JA programs help prepare young people for the real world by showing them how to generate wealth and effectively manage it, how to create jobs which make their communities more robust, and how to apply entrepreneurial thinking to the workplace. Students put these lessons into action, and help strengthen their communities. In central Indiana, we provide in school education program to grades K-12 as well as our experiential capstone programs such as JA BizTown® and Finance Park® Virtual, which enforces the idea that kids learn by “doing.”
The following volunteers agreed to get on board for JA in a Day on April 10, 2014! Adam Cobb, Rada Cretu, Latonya Gaither, lMatt Will, Tom Fodor, Jennifer Butler, Jeff Lake, Bruce Glor, Bill Bubenzer, Evan Bedel, Marie Koenig, Don Dorsey, Andrea Geiger, Lauren Scheldrup, Norm Melzer
We Need You!
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New Rotarian, NaShara Mitchell Finding Her Space
Women Entrepreneurs: Finding Their Space
A business owner and assistant dean at IUPUI has announced an expansion of what she calls the only coworking space in the state with a focus on women. Studio B owner NaShara Mitchell says high demand has led to the need for a larger space in Indianapolis. She is launching a crowdfunding and awareness campaign to coincide with the facility’s grand re-opening. Mitchell and KA+A Community Manager Janneane Blevins discussed the importance of networking and mentorship programs on Inside INdiana Business Television as part of our focus on women entrepreneurs throughout the state.
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2014 Rotary Club of Indianapolis Board Election Results
Election results are in and these are the newest Board members for the Rotary Club of Indianapolis, serving a two year term from 2014 to 2016.
Evan Bedel, Bedel Financial Consulting
Steve Harris, PNC Bank
Debbie Hyde, Somerset CPAs
Marie Koenig, F.I.D.O.
Dr. Mercy Obeime
Michael Salemi, Colored Threads
Lauren Scheldrup, Junior AchievementThe officers of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis are President, President Elect, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Sergeant-at-Arms, the Board of Directors, “Board”, consist of fifteen (15) members of the Club.
The elective officers, who are not elected Directors, become ex officio members of the Board during tenure of office, with the right to vote. The immediate Past President is an ex officio member of the Board with the right to vote for the year following his term in office.
Eight Directors are elected in odd numbered years and seven Directors are elected in even numbered years. Directors are elected for a term of two years and shall hold office until the adjournment of the annual meeting at which their respective terms expire, and/or until their successors are elected and qualified.
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April 10 – JA In A Day
You can make a difference in a child’s life! Grab your favorite Rotarian and join us for JA in a Day.
- Where: IPS, Joyce Kilmer Academy #69
- When: Thursday, April 10 from 9am to 3pm
Junior Achievement is dedicated to educating students about work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. JA programs help prepare young people for the real world by showing them how to generate wealth and effectively manage it, how to create jobs which make their communities more robust, and how to apply entrepreneurial thinking to the workplace. Students put these lessons into action, and help strengthen their communities. In central Indiana, we provide in school education program to grades K-12 as well as our experiential capstone programs such as JA BizTown® and Finance Park® Virtual, which enforces the idea that kids learn by “doing.”
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Phyllis Geeslin – The Five Things I Love
The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site is celebrating 125 years since the inauguration of Harrison as the 23rd president. Rotarian Phyllis Geeslin, the site’s president and CEO, says issues that were important to Harrison were the opening of Ellis Island, a sense of history and a good diet of fish, beef and fresh vegetables. Click here to see some of Geeslin’s favorite places to eat. -
Rotarian Erik Johnson Nominated by Indiana Sports Corp for the Prestigious ROSE Award
The following article was written by Allison Melangton, President, Indiana Sports Corp
During our Executive Committee meeting earlier this week, we had a special visit from our partners at Visit Indy. They stopped by to surprise Erik Johnson, who has been nominated by Indiana Sports Corp for a ROSE (“Recognition Of Service Excellence”) Award. He’ll be recognized at the event next month.
The mission of the ROSE (“Recognition Of Service Excellence”) Awards is to honor hospitality employees or volunteers who provide excellent customer service. ROSE Award honorees are true goodwill ambassadors for their companies and the city. These industry champions, through one-on-one or behind-the-scenes contact, positively influence a visitor’s experience in Indianapolis. These interactions are really important touch-points with fans, and positively shape out-of-town guests’ impressions of Indy.
I’ve mentioned Erik’s selfless contributions in the past. His volunteer leadership as the chair of the local organizing committee for the 2013 NCAA Women’s Rowing Championships in the planning stages of the event was exceptional. On-site, he joined us for many early mornings to help manage the operational parts of the event, and did everything from entertaining guests from the NCAA to spreading straw throughout the Indianapolis Rowing Center to combat a week of rain.
Erik is just one example of the volunteers, facility and hospitality workers, and ambassadors who do so much to make our guests feel at home in central Indiana. Their work, their Hoosier Hospitality, and their attention to detail provide memorable and lasting experiences for our participating athletes and fans.
The four weeks ahead provide a significant opportunity for Indy to welcome more visitors and sports fans as we host the Big Ten Women’s and Men’s Basketball Tournaments at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships at the IU Natatorium, and the NCAA Men’s Basketball Midwest Regional at Lucas Oil Stadium.
I also appreciated Mayor Ballard’s comments in the State of the City address last night – reminding us to be proud of Indy and to serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for all the things that make Indy a great place to live, work and enjoy great events–like the March line-up mentioned above!
Thank you to everyone who volunteers in our community (whether it be for Indiana Sports Corp or other great organizations) and keep sharing positive experiences with our visitors!
Written By Allison Melangton, President, Indiana Sports Corp
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Carmel Rotarian and Past District Governor Passes Away
William D. “Bill” McFadden, 76 of Indianapolis, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Bill was born April 27, 1937 in Indianapolis to the late Dwight and Helen McFadden. He was a graduate of Shortridge High School and Butler University, and served in the U. S. Army Medical Corp.
Bill was co-owner of Circle City Embroidery. He had been an active member of the Carmel Rotary Club since 1976 and served as President from 1991 -1992. He was very active in Rotary Youth Exchange and hosted 6 students who are still part of his family. In 1998 he was chosen as Group Study Exchange team Leader to Norway and served as District Governor 2001-2002. Because of his unfaltering dedication to Rotary and their youth programs, Carmel Rotary awards an annual scholarship to deserving high school student named in Bill’s honor.
Bill’s community involvement included serving for 6 years on the Carmel Town Board – the last 2 as President of the last town board before Carmel became a city. He served on the Carmel Plan Commission for 8 years (2 as President). He served 6 years on the Board of Zoning Appeals (2 years as President) and 2 years on the Board of Works. He is a Past President of the Carmel Clay Jaycees and was also on the Carmel Clay Education Foundation and the Carmel Chamber of Commerce. Bill was also a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church.
A service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 6 at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, where family and friends are invited to gather from 3:00 pm until the time of the service. Everyone will be invited to a reception following the service at the Knights of Columbus 2100 E. 71st St. Indianapolis, IN 46220
Bill is survived by Judy Ford; children, Edward D. McFadden (Susan), Steven D. McFadden (Juli), Shannon Duckworth (Craig), Kelley Burton, (Pete), Cindy Chapek ( Bob), Rob Ford, (Lisa), Cathy Hanna ( Rick), Jeff Ford (Marcia), 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sally Warwick.
Memorial Contributions may be made to The Rotary Foundation 14280 Collections Center Dr. Chicago, IL 60693 for the Annual Fund.
To sign the online guest book, please visit flannerbuchanan.com. Arrangements entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan-Carmel.
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Christel House Academy Science Fair 2014
Members of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis helped judge the Christel House Academy Science Fair on Thursday, February 6, 2014. These are just a handful of the 150 students from grades four through six judged – everyone had a great time! Participants were: Hugh Wolf and Nathan Connor (Education Committee), Laura Sniadecki, Greg Cookerly, Marsha and David Spring, Tye Stebbins, Alan Leighton, Steve Smith and Greg Albright.
If you are interested in helping out next time (we need more volunteers!), please contact Nathan Conner at 317-753-6884.
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Rotarian Carole Darst awarded Alumni Citation
Carole Darst was awarded Denison’s Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation Alumni Citation, the highest award bestowed to its alumni, for her lifelong work in the arts. Carole has been a toy designer, graphic artist, interior designer and assistant director at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. She served as director of the Indianapolis Art Center and exhibits coordinator for the Indiana Arts Commission. Congratulations Indianapolis Rotarian Carole Darst!
