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Mar 04, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, March 4th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Tim Rogers, who will give a presentation about the Texas Performing Arts.
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. We encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Time Rogers and Texas Performing Arts,
Tim Rogers is the Director of Education and Engagement for Texas Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Austin. Originally from the St. Louis area, Rogers has Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Composition and Music Theory from the University of Missouri at Columbia, a Masters Degree in Music Composition from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Masters Degree in Education Policy Studies from the University of Maryland at College Park. In his role at Texas Performing Arts, he combines his educational background in music and education policy to help create lasting learning experiences for students and community members of all ages.
Outside of his work at TPA for the past 11 years, Rogers enjoys spending time with his wife and cats, playing piano, going to Disney World, growing hot peppers, and planning and attending trivia nights. Texas Performing Arts (TPA) is the professional arts presenting and producing program of The University of Texas at Austin. One of the largest and most active university-based performing arts centers in the U.S., TPA is an anchor institution in Austin’s arts, cultural, and entertainment scene. TPA operates venues on the UT campus including Austin’s largest theater, Bass Concert Hall. Its public programs include Broadway in Austin; a curated season of international dance, theater, and music; and presentations of national touring artists. TPA is an integral unit of UT’s College of Fine Arts and engages students across the university in creative experiences.
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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Mar 11, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, March 11th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Ken Murdock Marketing, professor at Texas State will speak on “Higher Education after COVID."
Our meeting will be held at Shoal Creek Saloon, located at 909 N. Lamar Blvd. We encourage you to invite family, friends, and colleagues to join us.
About Ken Murdock,
Ken is from Waco and attended Baylor receiving his bachelor’s degree in business and his Masters in Business Administration. He has worked for several businesses and owned his own employment company. For approximately twenty five years he has taught Marketing at the University of Texas at Arlington and Texas State.
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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Mar 18, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, March 18th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Jett Hanna.
The Travis County Appraisal District – what is it, and how are property tax values set, and determined? How are appeals managed? What is the appraisal district board? Who are its members? Jett Hana will provide an overview and insights into its workings in Travis County and elsewhere in the state.
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 Jett Hanna,
Jett Hanna is a lifelong Texan and an Austin Resident since 1980 when he moved here to get his law degree from UT. He is board-certified in Commercial Real Estate Law and has served on the Travis Central Appraisal District Board. He is currently a member of the Texas Supreme Court Professional Ethics Committee. He also volunteers with the Del Valle Correctional Facility chaplain’s office to facilitate meditation and helps with local hospital emergency communications as an amateur radio operator.
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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Mar 25, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, March 25th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be JoAnn Carreon Reyes. JoAnn will share the work of the Amala Foundation in schools for students, educators, and parents.
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 JoAnn Carreon Reyes,
JoAnn Carreon Reyes was a classroom educator in public schools in Austin for over 20 years. After that time, her role shifted to educator professional development work for both Austin ISD the University of Texas at Austin. In the last 13 years her focus shifted to social emotional learning as a certified mindfulness facilitator and yoga instructor. She currently teaches mindfulness in Austin public schools to students, parents and educators for the Amala Foundation.
The Amala Foundation inspires people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with themselves and others, grow as individuals, and serve as conscious leaders in their communities. Amala Foundation sessions seek to build a culture of wellbeing, safety and belonging, which is critical to the success of any organization, program or community. Our sessions focus on social emotional learning, mindfulness and self care practices that foster healthy thriving communities.
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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Apr 01, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, April 1st at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., Commissioner, United States International Boundary and Water Commission.
The International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico, is responsible for applying the boundary and water treaties between the two countries and settling differences that arise in their application. The Commission operates and maintains flood control levees, international storage reservoirs, diversion dams, wastewater treatment plants, and boundary monuments at various locations on the U.S.- Mexico border.
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. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E.,
Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., Commissioner, United States International Boundary and Water Commission President Joe Biden in August 2021 appointed Maria-Elena Giner to serve as the United States Commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission, United States and Mexico. Dr. Giner, the second woman and first Latina to hold the post. She previously served as General Manager of the Border Environment Cooperation Commission (BECC), an institution that developed environmental infrastructure along the U.S.- Mexico border in association with the North American Development Bank. During her tenure at the BECC, she focused on policies that addressed U.S.- Mexico cooperation on water, energy, and climate change. With the support of the BECC staff, she led the development and financing of $9 billion in environmental infrastructure, benefiting about 100 communities and over 10 million residents. Dr. Giner is well regarded among state agencies and local communities in California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and the six Mexican border states. In addition, she has published extensively on water policy and transboundary bilateral cooperation. Dr. Giner’s education includes a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Loyola Marymount University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Texas at El Paso, and a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Texas at Austin. She is also a registered professional engineer, first-generation college graduate, and daughter of an immigrant. Dr. Giner is from the border region and attended Loretto Academy High School in El Paso, Texas. She is bicultural and bilingual.
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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Apr 08, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Apr 15, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, April 15th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting. Our speaker will be Lt. Michael De Leon.
Lt. Michael De Leon will talk about the Travis County Constables Office's jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters in general. Who are they, who do they serve and what is their jurisdiction relative to other local, country, and even state agencies? He will also speak about the Public Safety Cadet program, dedicated to shaping the future of aspiring individuals in the field.
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 Lt. Michael De Leon,
With 17 years of dedicated service in Law Enforcement, Lt. De Leon oversees the efficient operations of the Deputies and manages public relations for the Travis County Constable’s Office, Precinct 2. Beyond his daily responsibilities, he is a passionate advocate for community policing and holds a certification as a Crime Prevention Specialist.
He channels his energy into fostering the next generation's interest in public safety as a mentor for young adults. Currently, he serves as the President of a 501c3 organization, Public Safety Cadet Unit 711, dedicated to shaping the future of aspiring individuals in the field. Michael’s commitment to community service is further exemplified by his involvement in various non-profit boards, such as The Austin Diaper Bank. His journey in law enforcement is not just a career; it's a calling. He is driven by the belief that through community engagement, mentorship, and proactive measures, we can create safer and more resilient neighborhoods. 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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Apr 29, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
On Monday, April 29th at 6:30 PM, we will hold an in person club meeting, our speaker will be Gus Bova, Interim Editor in Chief of the Texas Observer.
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 Gus Bova,
Gus Bova is the interim editor-in-chief of the Texas Observer. In 2016, he joined the Observer as an intern, later becoming a staff writer and an assistant editor. He has covered immigration, homelessness, labor, politics, and other major Texas stories. Before coming to the Observer, he worked at a shelter for recently arrived immigrants and asylum-seekers. He studied Latin American Studies at the University of Kansas.
The Texas Observer is a nonprofit news outlet and print magazine covering the Lone Star State. Since its founding in 1954, The Observer strives to make Texas a more equitable place through investigative reporting, narrative storytelling, with political and cultural coverage and commentary. It seeks not only to inform, but to empower its readers, as it works to hold public officials and corporations accountable. Its journalism is fact-based and rigorous, and it prizes writing that entertains as it informs.
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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