May 12 Armed Forces Day

Coast Guard Commander Nathan R Downend spoke with us about the role of the Coast Guard in the Lake Michigan area and their overall role nationwide.  He oversees operations for the states of Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin. 

There are special challenges related to the Great Lakes and ice rescues. 

He was accompanied by members of the Army, Navy and Air Force.
 

Rotary Club

Service Above Self Award

We are excited to announce Savhanna Gunville has been awarded the Service Above Self Award for May 2025.

Tyler Burkhart, Brown Deer Village Manager

 
April 28th, Tyler Burkhart, of Brown Deer Village Manager, gave us a presentation regarding plans to revitalize the village. 

Rotary Club Service Above Self Awards

 
We are excited to announce the recipients of the Rotary Club Service Above Self Awards for Nicolet High School
 
Sydnee Ollman is a junior at Nicolet High School and one of two students selected as a Service Above Self recipient who demonstrates a commitment to the community through service and volunteerism, impeccable character, and high academic potential and performance. She is an active member of Best Buddies, a group of students who create opportunities for one-on-one friendships and inclusive activities for people with intellectual disabilities. Sydnee also volunteers her time coaching multiple youth volleyball teams throughout the community, and sharing her passion for art by helping teach adults ceramics. She is a leader for Art Club and Link Crew, both aiming to have a positive impact on our school culture. Sydnee intentionally works to make Nicolet a better place by taking the time to get to know others and to include students of all abilities along the way. Nicolet teachers say Sydnee is amazing, positive, welcoming, empathetic, kind, and always willing to help those around her, making her deserving of the Service Above Self Award.

Demian Harris is a junior at Nicolet High School and one of two students selected as a Service Above Self recipient who demonstrates a commitment to the community through service and volunteerism, impeccable character, and high academic potential and performance. He is passionate and a leader in helping raise money to give back to our school and our community. Demian is one of our students recognized for bringing Pencils of Promise to Nicolet, an organization that aims to raise funds and give back to underserved schools around the country, where he serves as the financial advisor. Demian takes on many leadership roles as a member of the National Honor Society, the French Honor Society, French Club, as a varsity football player, and on the varsity track team. He is also an active member of Nicolet’s Symphonic Band and a Link Leader, and he volunteers with his family at local soup kitchens. Demian is described by his teachers as absolutely outstanding, generous, caring, genuine, and so very deserving of the Service Above Self Award.
 
 

Eric Gravenkamp and Alex Cade White from Brighton Hospice

 
Eric Gravenkamp and Alex Cade White from Brighton Hospice gave a presentation on their services. www.BrightonHospice.com

Caroline Oberneder wins Service Above Self Award 

Congratulations to Caroline Oberneder for achieving the  "Service Above Self" award from Homestead High School!  
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Rotary Minute #1: January 27, 2025
Rotary Minute: The Power of a $26.50 Investment
"Did you know that the Rotary Foundation—one of the most impactful charitable organizations in the world—was started with just $26.50?
 
Mark Smith Spoke on Workplace Stress and Anxiety on February 10, 2025 
We talked about understanding the stress and anxiety many of us have coming from our work. Mark offered ideas on time management and project management to help reduce stress. We discussed the range of emotions around stress including anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Mark explained a simple meditation practice of closing your eyes and picturing a relaxing place. Then breathing the eights. On a slow count of four, pausing briefly and breathing out slowly finishing counting to eight. Doing this for just two minutes can lower your pulse and help you feel calm.
On Monday Nancy Hernandez of the Hispanic coalition spoke to us about the Latino community in Milwaukee.
 
Big Thank You to Dr. Vasudevan! At our last meeting, on November 25, 2024, SRI Vasudevan, MD told us about the work of the Rotary Foundation and Polio Plus and how our contributions support many worthwhile projects around the world.
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Brigitte N. Potter, a passionate advocate for peace and refugees from Glendale, Wisconsin, has been awarded a prestigious $30,000 Global Grant Scholarship by Rotary International District 6270. The grant, approved by The Rotary Foundation, will support Brigitte's pursuit of a Master of Science degree in International Migration and Public Policy at the renowned London School of Economics and Political Science in the United Kingdom. With a focus on addressing the challenges surrounding refugees and forced migration, Brigitte aims to contribute to "Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution," her Rotary Area of Focus.
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