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Oct 14, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, October 14th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Executive Director of Austin Smiles, Renée Hanson Malone.
Austin Smiles – The Austin Plastic Surgery Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide sustainable surgical and post-surgical care to children born with cleft lip and palate in Central Texas and Latin America.
Children with cleft lip and palate often face one or more health and developmental complications without proper treatment. These complications include difficulties in feeding, speech, breathing, and hearing, compromised oral health and frequent ear infections. Austin Smiles believes every child born with a cleft lip or palate deserves access to life-changing care. Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Renée Hanson Malone,
Ex. Director Renée Hanson Malone has 15 years of management, resource development, and communications experience, raising millions of dollars and community support for underserved populations in Austin, TX.
Renée received her M.A. in Latin American Studies and was employed as a Lecturer by the Latin American Studies and Spanish Departments at the University of Kansas. Much of her work in Austin has been dedicated to strengthening and diversifying funding sources to expand services to underserved populations. Before joining Austin Smiles, Renée served as the Chief Development Officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area. She was also the Director of Development for the Austin Child Guidance Center, the Grants Development Specialist at Easter Seals Central Texas, and the Education Program Director/Grant Writer for Manos de Cristo. She currently serves as the Board President of LOLA-Local Opera Local Artists. In addition, she is a current Board member for Vela and serves on the Nonprofit Advisory Council for I Live Here I Give Here. Renée was a member of Impact Austin from 2015-2017. She volunteered as the international matching grants coordinator for the Rotary Club of Austin Downtown and is a past board member of Austin Cops for Charities. Her life's work is making a difference in the world and inspiring others to support humanity. She has always admired Austin Smiles' work in the community. She is honored to join the team and participate in our life-changing work for so many children in need. ![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Oct 21, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, October 21st at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be University Rotary Nursing Scholarship awardees Jamie Joiner and Nicholas Garcia.
They will speak to us about how the scholarships allowed them to pursue their goal of becoming nurses. Gracie Motschman, who received her scholarship from the E Club of Central Texas, will join them. They are all attending the St. David’s nursing program in Round Rock and will graduate in May. Betty Richards will introduce them and tell us about the scholarship program.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About The University Rotary Nursing Scholarship Program,
The scholarship is $1500. A former club member, Martha Myers, started the program almost a decade ago. Every year, a proposal is sent to our board proposing we fund two scholarships through the Texas Nurses Association (TNA)District 5. TNA District 5 develops the scholarship application, solicits applications, provides our club with completed applications to select from, and holds a meeting to give out the scholarships and acquaint the awardees with their professional nursing organization. Please join us to learn more about this excellent program and how it changes lives – directly from the participants.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Oct 28, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, October 28th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Meagan Webb, Chief Executive Officer for the Children’s Advocacy Center Serving Bastrop, Lee, and Fayette Counties. She will speak to us about "The Children's Advocacy Center and CHAMP Camp."
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Meagan Webb,
Meagan Webb is the Chief Executive Officer for the Children’s Advocacy Center Serving Bastrop, Lee, and Fayette Counties. Working for the agency since 2019, Meagan previously served as both the Director of Operations and Director of Multidisciplinary Team Services. From 2010 to 2019, Meagan was employed by the Center for Child Protection in Austin, TX, where she worked as their Director of Team Relations. During her tenure there, Meagan was the coordinator for both the Travis County Child Sex Trafficking Response Team and the Travis County Child Fatality Review Team.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Nov 04, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, November 4th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Laura Minnigerode, who is the Development, Grants, and Donor Stewardship Manager at Texas Gun Sense.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Laura Minnigerode,
Laura Minnigerode is the Development, Grants, and Donor Stewardship Manager at Texas Gun Sense. Laura has been a gun violence advocate for many years and has been involved in community-centric projects in Austin for 20 years.
Laura will discuss TGS's work to make meaningful changes in the current state legislative environment and cities across Texas. Texas Gun Sense (TGS) is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that aims to end gun violence and tragedy in Texas through education, partnerships, and policy change. ![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Nov 07, 2024 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Harris Elementary. Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Harris - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |
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Nov 11, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, November 11th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Ann Howard, Travis County Commissioner for Precinct 3.
She will give us an update on Travis County with emphasis on the recently passed child care initiative, criminal justice issues, and park land acquisition. She has spoken to us before and is always enthusiastic and informative. Please try and attend this meeting. She is a good friend of this club.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Ann Howard,
A native Texas, Ann earned BA, MPA, and JD from UT Austin. Following graduation from UT Law School she moved to Washington and was a staff member of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Since returning to Austin she has been an active member of the community. She is a former member and President of the board of Any Baby Can, Executive Director of Ending Community Homeless Coalition (ECHO), a former PTA president, youth softball coach and congregation president at St Martin's Lutheran Church. She assumed office on January 1, 2021 and was reelected on November 5, 2024.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Nov 18, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
This event is free and open to the public!
On Monday, November 18th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, with student speakers from Team Jamaica of UT's Projects with Underserved Communities (PUC) program.
The PUC combines rigorous coursework with hands-on, practical experience. Engineering and Social Work students participate in a year-long course while researching and designing projects in response to community needs. They collaborate with a local partner and travel to the community to implement a community based service project during the summer following the completion of the academic course.
The mission of Team Jamaica is to transform a kitchen into a classroom and retrofit an e-learning space at Mount Hermon Primary and Infant School in Riversdale, Jamaica. The project will help reduce overcrowding and meet educational standards set by the Early Childhood Commission in Jamaica. 📚The students will be on-site in May 2025 to bring this project to life. The local partners in this project are the United Way of Jamaica and the Rotary Club of St. Catherine in Jamaica.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About PUC Team Jamaica
Team Jamaica is an interdisciplary team of undergraduates at UT who own almost all of the project. The team members include
Project Manager: Jared Holt, Mechanical Engineering Major
Assistant Project Manager: Brianna Hernandez, Petroleum Engineering Major Communications Lead: Macy Nguyen, Social Work Major Engineering Co-Lead: Kahiso Erickson, Mechanical Engineering Major Engineering Co-Lead: Diya Nair, Electrical and Computer Engineering Major Finance/Fundraising Lead: Laurenz Quinto, Biomedical Engineering Major Travel & Logistics Lead: Lianna Dauz, Physics Major Project Site - Mount Herman Primary and Infant School ![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Nov 25, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Dec 02, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, December 2nd at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Dr. Scott Aaronson. He will speak on all things AI and the implications of quantum computing now and, perhaps more importantly, in the future.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Dr. Scott Aaronson,
He is a theoretical computer scientist and Schlumberger Centennial Chair of Computer Science at the University of Texas at Austin. His primary areas of research are computational complexity theory and quantum computing. He was awarded the 2020 ACM Prize in Computing "for groundbreaking contributions to quantum computing". Dr. Aaronson is also a founder of the Complexity Zoo wiki, which catalogs all classes of computational complexity.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Dec 09, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Dec 09, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
We will be having a book exchange and parties at our meeting on December 9th. We will also be having some fun party games. Everyone is welcome, this event is open to the public! Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Dec 16, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, December 16th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Dawn Lewis, who is the Executive Director of the TerraClear Foundation.
TerraClear Foundation is a supporting partner of TerraCare+. This program brings together donors worldwide to fund vouchers for poor and marginalized families in southern Laos. The first 3-year program, between 2020 and 2023, provided over 10,000 water filters and comprehensive health and sanitation training, making a difference in the lives of over 50,000 people! Following the success of these first 3 years, TerraCare+ now targets an additional 2,400 recipients in 2024 and 2025.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Dawn Lewis,
Dawn Lewis is dedicated to expanding access to clean drinking water. Dawn serves as the Executive Director of the TerraClear Foundation secures funding, and forges connections to support Lao families in accessing clean drinking water. Her commitment extends globally, as she has contributed to clean water projects in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Dawn also spent a decade as a teacher in Texas and authored the children’s book “My Teacher Moved to Laos,” which details life in Laos. A Missouri native, Dawn holds a BS in Civil Engineering and an MA in Linguistics and speaks French and Lao. She enjoys time in nature and moments with her family, many of whom reside in Austin, Texas, which Dawn now calls home.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Dec 19, 2024 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Harris Elementary. Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Harris - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |
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Dec 23, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Just a reminder that we won't have a meeting on December 23rd and December 30th. Happy holidays!
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Dec 30, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Just a reminder that we won't have a meeting on December 23rd and December 30th. Happy holidays!
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Jan 06, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, January 6th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Edna Yang, who is the Co-Executive Director for American Gateways, formerly the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA).
American Gateways’ mission is to champion the dignity and human rights of immigrants, refugees, and survivors of persecution, torture, conflict and human trafficking through exceptional immigration legal services at no or low cost, education, and advocacy. Since its inception in 1987, American Gateways become an indispensable legal services provider for low-income immigrants in Central Texas and are considered one of the most effective and efficient providers of immigration legal services in the nation. Last year, we served 12,000 very low-income immigrants, those at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Without the help of American Gateways, these individuals would not be able to afford any legal representation and would face a complex immigration system alone.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Edna Yang,
Edna Yang is the Co-Executive Director for American Gateways, formerly the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA), where she oversees the programs and services for the agency. Edna served as the Agency’s Deputy Director from 2015- 2020, Legal Director from 2006-2015, and Interim Executive Director in 2012. Her work is guided by the belief that everyone deserves access to a fair and just legal system regardless of income.
Edna represents indigent immigrants before the Immigration Service, the Immigration Court, and in Federal Court. She also conducts training sessions for law enforcement officials and social service providers throughout central Texas and nationally on how to work with and provide services to immigrants in the community. She organizes outreach and educational sessions for immigrant members of the community.
Edna received her B.A. in Russian Language and Literature and Political Science from the University of Michigan and graduated with a J.D. and a M.A. in International Studies from American University in Washington, DC.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Jan 06, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, January 6th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Edna Yang, Co-Executive Director of American Gateways. Edna will talk about the mission of American Gateways.
American Gateways has served the Central Texas immigrant community since 1987. Founded as the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA), we began as a dedicated group of volunteers working to serve increasing number of refugees fleeing war in Central America. Since then we have grown to provide a broad range of immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families throughout the region. Our new name reflects our expanded services and our objective of promoting the rights of our clients through every portal of immigration relief.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
![]() Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
Edna Yang is Co-Executive Director of American Gateways, formerly the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA). She served as the agency’s Interim Executive Director for American Gateways in 2012, Legal Director from 2006 – 2015, and as a Staff Attorney from 2002 – 2006. She began her work providing direct representation to immigrants seeking relief under the immigration provisions of Violence Against Women Act. She then ended her practice to include asylum and removal defense, detention work, and family-based immigration representation. She also conducts training sessions for law enforcement officials and social service providers throughout Central Texas and the United States about how to work with, and provide services to, immigrants in the community. Edna received her B.A. in Russian Language and Literature and Political Science from the University of Michigan, and her J.D. and a M.A. in International Studies from American University in Washington, DC.t Central Texas and the United States about how to work with, and provide services to, immigrants in the community. Edna received her B.A. in Russian Language and Literaure and Political Science from the University of Michigan, and her J.D. and a M.A. in International Studies from American University in Washington, DC.
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Jan 13, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, January 13th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Reid Luedecke, who will examine the state of nursing education today and nursing in general.
He will also address the future of nursing and psychiatry. As a psychiatric mental health nursing practitioner, Reid's philosophy of practice is rooted in the principles and values of nursing and Rotary, focusing on holistic treatments that are beneficial and fair to all. He will speak about his career, educational and Rotary journey, and, finally, the role that Rotary plays in inspiring a new generation of healthcare professionals.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Reid Luedecke,
Reid Luedecke, APRN, PMHNP-BC, MSN, RN is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, member of the Rotary eClub of Central Texas, and former President of the Rotaract Club at UT Austin. Reid received his Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion and Health Education from the University of Texas at Austin in 2016. He received his Registered Nurse's license in 2019 and his Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in leadership from the Alternate-Entry Master of Science of Nursing program at UT Austin in 2020. In 2019, Reid was awarded the University Rotary Club-sponsored Texas Nursing Association, District 5, graduate nursing student scholarship to help him complete his master's degree and further his education. Reid now works as a clinical trial Sub-Investigator under Dr. David Brown, MD, at Community Clinical Research, studying new psycho-pharmacologic agents to treat serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Jan 24, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT PECAN SPRINGS HAS MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION WHILE THE SCHOOL IS BEING REBUILT!! 3500 Susquehanna Ln, Austin, TX 78723 You can get to the portables on the Dubuque Lane side of the school.The front office for Pecan Springs is in the portables
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Pecan Springs Elementary. For those of you not familiar with the program, you can learn more at EAFK Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Pecan Springs - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |
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Jan 27, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, January 27th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Daniel Pettit.
ANEW City is a visionary urban development approach that prioritizes preserving natural environments in areas of growth. In decentralized smart cities, each critical resource—water, food, energy, and utilities—is distributed across multiple origin points. This microgrid-like system ensures that each resource is readily available at an equal distance from any resident, regardless of how far out they live. Instead of relying on traditional, centralized infrastructure that pushes resources further as the city grows, we will build cities that grow linearly, ensuring that growth is both manageable and sustainable. The goal is to design infrastructure that enables the city to expand indefinitely while maintaining harmony with its surroundings, creating a sustainable model for future development.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Daniel Pettit,
Daniel Pettit is a serial entrepreneur with a diverse background. Born in Mexico, Daniel moved to the U.S. and enlisted in the military to help pay for college. He went on to build and exit a successful insurance agency, followed by a solar company launched during COVID. Currently, he is a commercial real estate agent. He has spent the past 4.5 years developing ANEW City, a transformative project focused on preserving nature and creating infrastructure that supports sustainable, indefinite urban growth.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Feb 03, 2025 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
We will have our monthly board meeting at Shoal Creek at 5:15 PM
Board Minutes and Meeting Agendas can be found on Club Runner in the
Documents section of ClubRunner
Documents -> Board Minutes and Agenda -> 2024 - 2025
We will also have a Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84684272677
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Feb 03, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, February 3rd at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Lee Buckland.
The mission of Play for All Park is to provide a safe, fun place to play and develop new skills for people of all abilities in Central Texas and surrounding areas. The park caters to hundreds of visitors per day on average. Our expansion plans will enhance the options we offer to individuals and families not sufficiently met by the current park design, such as those with visual challenges or families with older siblings.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Lee Buckland,
Lee Buckland has had a 30-year career in Rotary, initially serving as a Rotaract District Leader and with other clubs until relocating to Round Rock in 2010. He then transferred his membership to the Sunrise Rotary Club of Round Rock and currently serves as its secretary and one of its RYLA coordinators. The first project he was involved in at his new club was forming the Play for All Park in Round Rock, which he has supported ever since. Lee was finally invited to join the Play for All Foundation board in 2022 and now serves as its president.
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Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Feb 10, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, February 10th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Michael Rayos.
Michael Rayos will be sharing information about how The Dream Come True Foundation’s model of wrap-around services has been proven to help individuals achieve their goals, move out of poverty, and positively impact their surrounding community. They believe the most underserved people in poverty are the people who want out. That’s where that’s where they come in. DCTF creates the path out. They provide the means and the opportunity for a Dream Achiever (“Achiever”) to gain the education and skills required to obtain a high-demand, family-sustaining income-level job. Their impact is profound and significant. They break the cycles of intergenerational poverty with determined individuals “on the cusp of success” and their families and provide foundational pathways through adult education, one-on-one mentoring, essential financial assistance, and access to community partnerships.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Michael Rayos:
Michael Rayos is the chairman of the board of the Dream Come True Foundation (DCTF), a local non-profit organization with a mission to assist individuals who are on the cusp of escaping poverty and achieving success. An Austin native who grew up in East Austin, Michael currently works as a Cloud Security Engineer, a goal he achieved with the assistance of the Dream Come True Foundation, where he now holds a position on the board. He is a father to three adult children and two grandchildren, with one more grandchild arriving later this year.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Feb 10, 2025 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, February 10th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Michael Rayos.
Michael Rayos will be sharing information about how The Dream Come True Foundation’s model of wrap-around services has been proven to help individuals achieve their goals, move out of poverty, and positively impact their surrounding community. They believe the most underserved people in poverty are the people who want out. That’s where that’s where they come in. DCTF creates the path out. They provide the means and the opportunity for a Dream Achiever (“Achiever”) to gain the education and skills required to obtain a high-demand, family-sustaining income-level job. Their impact is profound and significant. They break the cycles of intergenerational poverty with determined individuals “on the cusp of success” and their families and provide foundational pathways through adult education, one-on-one mentoring, essential financial assistance, and access to community partnerships.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. This will be a very interesting program, we encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Michael Rayos
Michael Rayos is the chairman of the board of the Dream Come True Foundation (DCTF), a local non-profit organization with a mission to assist individuals who are on the cusp of escaping poverty and achieving success. An Austin native who grew up in East Austin, Michael currently works as a Cloud Security Engineer, a goal he achieved with the assistance of the Dream Come True Foundation, where he now holds a position on the board. He is a father to three adult children and two grandchildren, with one more grandchild arriving later this year.
![]() About Rotary Club of Austin University Area:
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Austin University Area has a special focus on education - thru providing books, tutoring and scholarships for those kids who need a helping hand. You can find out more about us at https://austinuniversityrotary.org/
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Feb 13, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Harris Elementary. Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Harris - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |
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Mar 03, 2025 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
We will have our monthly board meeting at Shoal Creek at 5:15 PM
Board Minutes and Meeting Agendas can be found on Club Runner in the
Documents section of ClubRunner
Documents -> Board Minutes and Agenda -> 2024 - 2025
We will also have a Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84684272677
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Apr 03, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Harris Elementary. Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Harris - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |
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Apr 07, 2025 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
We will have our monthly board meeting at Shoal Creek at 5:15 PM
Board Minutes and Meeting Agendas can be found on Club Runner in the
Documents section of ClubRunner
Documents -> Board Minutes and Agenda -> 2024 - 2025
We will also have a Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84684272677
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Apr 11, 2025 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Our club supports the Early Act First Knight (EAFK) program at Pecan Springs Elementary. Staff at Pecan Springs Elementary have shown us the reduction in disciplinary This ceremony is a Knighting for each class at Pecan Springs - the teacher picks It is an amazing event and I encourage all to attend. The ceremony starts |