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OKC Rotary NewsMarch 24, 2026 | Volume 114 | No. 36
In-Person and Livestreamed from Christian Life Center - St. Luke's Methodist Church | 11:55
Link to the Livestream 11:55am
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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
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| An educator who puts students first, Dr. Jim Hess brings over four decades of transformative leadership to his role as Oklahoma State University’s president. His remarkable journey from small-town Oklahoma to the presidency demonstrates the power of education to change lives.
Born in Henryetta, Oklahoma, Dr. Hess earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Northeastern State University before completing his doctorate at Oklahoma State University. READ MORE
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Chair of the Day: Burns Hargis
Attendance Scanner/Greeters: Dawn Byram, Brenda Bennett-Givens
Registration: Brooke Haneborg, Valerie Aubert
New Rotarian Welcome Table: Amy Spring
Introduction of New Rotarians: Jordan Gould
Introduction of Teacher of the Month: Sherry Marshall,
Teacher Greeter: Stacy McDaniel, Mark Neumesiter
Introduction of Guests: Freda Deskin
Invocation/Pledge Leader: Billy Coyle
Microphone/ Q & A: Paul Ryerson, Richard Smith
Menu: Potato Crusted Cod, Beef Tenderloin, Mac and Cheese, Asparagus, Waldorf Salad, Wedge Salad
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club 29 breakfastMarch 26, 2026 | 7:00am
Quail Creek Country Club | Wingspan Room
Chairs: John D. Williams, David Hull, Aaron Collins
Speaker: Richard Larson – “How to become an expert mixologist or at least really enjoy the experience”
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Rotary Reflections
by Tim Dowd
One could say that the Rotary motto, Service Above Self, reflects a principle long expressed in faith traditions. In Christianity, it echoes the admonition: “To whom much is given, much will be required.” In Jewish tradition, the concept of Tzedakah embodies a similar idea, the moral and religious obligation for individuals, whether wealthy or of modest means, to give back to society.
Your Rotary Club 29 Foundation takes this responsibility, and the Rotary motto, seriously. Income from the Foundation’s endowment, along with donations and other contributions, is directed toward those in greatest need. In many cases, the work supported by the Foundation can truly be described as doing God’s work.
The Rotary Club 29 Foundation currently holds assets approaching six million dollars. These funds are classified by the Foundation Board into several categories: Short-Term Unrestricted Funds, Short-Term Restricted Funds, Long-Term Restricted Funds, and Endowment Funds. All assets are invested in accordance with the Foundation’s established Investment Policy. READ MORE
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| Teacher of the Month
Sherry Marshall will introduce Jacob Chen, Mustang Public Schools, as March Teacher of the Month.
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| New Rotarians
Jordan Gould will introduce new rotarians Rachel Holt, Michelle Furrer, Brad Steele, and June Zhao.
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Rotary Foundation Election
Election opened March 17, 2026 - 2:00pm and will close March 31, 2026 11:59pm
A link from "Simply Voting" was emailed, and a reminder will be sent at 10:00 today.
If approved, they take office July 1, 2026.
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| Pickleball - Register Before March 30! LAST CALL!
We’re getting close to our April 4 annual Pickleball Tournament. Registration is closing soon, so be sure to get your name in before March 30. A link to register is below. So far we have 25 players and need at least 2 more beginner players. If you are new to the sport, we will connect you with a partner. Cost of play is $50 per person, and we welcome spectators. There is a $10.00 charge for spectators who wish to eat. Winners and runners-up in each bracket will receive trophies, and winners will receive a gift card from Chicken ‘n Pickle. We look forward to a fun day on Saturday, April 4 (10 am to 1 p.m.) Players should arrive by 9:45. Emily Stratton, Joel Alberts Co-Chairs
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| March Rotary Magazine - for Rotarian Subscribers
At the entrance to most any small town in America, travelers are greeted by a sign for the local Rotary club, a time-honored symbol of civic engagement and of vibrant communities of neighbors helping neighbors. A quarter of the way into the 21st century, is it still so? In this issue of Rotary magazine, we go on a rapid-fire road trip to find out.
Click here to read the March 2026 Rotary Magazine
In another of this month's features, we check in on a Rotary program to reduce Nigeria's maternal death rate, one of the world's highest. This progress report pairs data with photography and a personal reflection — to reveal the success and the stories behind the initiative.
Speaking of the powerful and the personal, this month's essay writer endured years of domestic abuse and offers a rare window on a tragically common experience. Hers is a story of hope, though, as she describes her work counseling other survivors and how Rotary was her "first act of rebellion."
Finally, can AI be a tool for peace? Meet a Rotary Peace Fellow who thinks so.
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| =>Accounting Email Change - Statements were emailed March 13, 2026
On July 1, 2024 the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City updated our accounting software to QuickBooks Online. With this change, the email address that sends your statements has been updated to: quickbooks@notification.intuit.com
Please add the above email address to your safe senders list and check your spam/junk folders for communications from the Rotary office. Quarterly statements were emailed and we appreciate your assistance to ensure timely payment.
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Memorials
The Rotary Club 29 Foundation accepts gifts honoring loved ones.
A contribution can be made here
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In the News
If you have good news - honors, awards, new achievements - to share with the club please let us know!
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Upcoming Events
April 4, 2026 - Pickleball Tournament (rescheduled) LAST CALL
April 14, 2026 - Rotary Afterhours
April 21, 2026 - Tulsa Rotarians visit OKC
April 26, 2026 - 5:00am - Noon Volunteer Service - Memorial Marathon Hydration Station 17
June 2, 2026 - Car Show
June 30, 2026 - Inaugural of the 2026-2027 Officers & Directors, Lance McDaniel President
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| Rotary Club 29 Online Directory
DacDb has a new App in the App/Play Store!!
Rotary Club 29 has an online membership directory which contains current content information for all club members. The link to access the Club 29 directory can be found at the top of the home page of okcrotary.club or by clicking here.
OKC Rotary has provided this tool as a convenience to help members stay in touch with one another. The online directory, just like the printed roster, should only be used for Rotary purposes. If you need help in accessing the directory, please email the office.
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FUTURE PROGRAMS
2025-2026 Program Schedule
March 31, 2026- Jeff Schmid – Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
April 7, 2026 -
Kyla Guyette, CEO – Oklahoma Workforce Commission: “The State of Workforce in Okla.”
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ATTENDANCE & MEMBERSHIP
March 17, 2026: In-Person, Online, Makeups: 173
Total Present & Makeup: 31%
Membership: 589
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