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Mar 21, 2017
Dick Hall, Commissioner & Chair MSTC
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Mar 28, 2017
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Apr 04, 2017
Zach Morrow, Continental tire
Apr 11, 2017
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Apr 18, 2017
Mary Largent Purvis
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Apr 25, 2017
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Wyatt Emmerich
 
Vice President
Witt Ruffin
 
Secretary
Anna Powers
 
Treasurer
Greg Campbell
 
Club Service Director
Steele Dehmer
 
Foundation Director
Virginia Carlton
 
Membership Director
Uriel Pineda
 
Public Relations Director
John Sewell
 
Club Administration Director
Lee Carney
 
Administrative Secretary/Treasurer
Dick Dickerson
 
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Prayer. We confess, 0 God, that in coming to our weekly meetings we come anticipating receiving benefits, enjoying food and fellowship, welcoming a break from the demands of the day. But we come also with an awareness of a more important purpose, that of renewing our commitment to service, perpetuating Rotary's name and mission, expanding our influence in the lives of others.

As Rotaract Week is observed across the Rotary world we offer prayer for the young adults and leaders, that their motto, "Fellowship Through
Service," may be realized in significant ways.

Accept our thanks for food, for meeting space and all things physical which enable us to pursue our noble purposes. Amen.
 

 

Club Announcements

 
Birthdays and Anniversaries
      Birthdays

Chuck McBride       March 21

Mike Duggar          March 23

Ben Walton            March 27

 
      Anniversaries    

 Suman & Roslyn Das      March 22

 Mike & Chelsey Duggar    March 24

 
      Membership Anniversaries
  Bret Baxter        3 years, March 25

 

This week’s Rotary Foundation Thought is about the Rotary Peace and Conflict Studies Program (RPCS) – strengthening the leaders of today for peace.
 
Mid-career professionals from around the world, representing a wide variety of fields, participate in an intensive three month course at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. RPCS Program alumnus Richelieu Allison, Regional Director of the West African Youth Network, says, “This course has been the missing link in my [ability] to contribute to the resolution of the numerous problems confronting my region. If I had had the knowledge I am gaining now I would have been in a better position to adequately analyze the conflicts, map out the various actors, go the extra mile, and play a major role in helping to restore peace.” This sentiment has stuck with him, as he wrote in a recent email, “The changes [the program] made in my life cannot be overemphasized.” Create awareness. Take action. Make your annual gift today!
  • Billy Brumfield House. The Rotary Club of North Jackson
    is serving supper once a month at The Billy Brumfield House,
    a Stewpot Community Services ministry. Our club serves on
    the 1st  Tuesday of each month. Interested members need to
    meet @ Baker Donelson located at the corner of Eastover
    Drive and the I-55 North Frontage Road @ 5:15 PM and
    then travel together to Billy Brumfield. Also, if you are in-
    terested in sponsoring a month, the est. cost is $180 for
    the food. Mike Dawkins is project chair and can be reach-
    ed @ 601-351-2428 or mdawkins@bakerdonelson.com.
  • Between the Lions. Please remember to sign up for Be-
    tween the Lions . We read weekly to pre-Kindergarteners
    at William Walton Elementary School on Bailey Ave. It is
    a wonderful experience! The children are truly information
    sponges and very willing learners. Contact Jenny Price
    (662) 213-1294 for more information. We will resume
    reading when the children return to school on January 9.
  • Member Care Committee reminder: for anyone who
    needs assistance getting to a meeting, please call Luther
    Munford at (601) 985-4418.
     
  • Thinking of Proposing a New Member?
    1. First, discuss with Classification Committee (Paul
      Miller or Julian Carroll). They will provide a member-
      ship application, check classification availability, and
      discuss occupational qualifications.
      1. Paul Miller
      2.          email  - pomiller3@gmail.com
  •          Phone - 601-956-2223
    1. Julian Carroll
    2. email - juliancarroll@comcast.net
  • Phone – 601-981-3886
Rotary Membership Occupational Qualifications
Applicant should be one of the following:
  • A corporate officer
  • A Professional (Attorney, CPA, Physician. Engineer,
    Architect, etc) A Proprietor
  • An Agent of a reputable company
  • A Manager or Supervisor of a department or section
    of a business
  •  Rotarians, don't forget to like the club's Face-
    Book page to stay up to date on the latest hap-
    penings. Search us out at Rotary Club of North
    Jackson or click the link: 
 
“Service above self; they profit most who serve best.”
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What has Rotaract done for me?

Posted on 
By Emily Wood, Rotaract Club of South-West Brisbane, Australia
I’ve been a member of Rotaract — Rotary’s community service and professional development program for young leaders age 18-30 — for ten years. As I age out or “graduate,” I’ve started thinking about what Rotaract has done for me and how it’s shaped who I am today. A decade is a long time to stick with something. So, why have I?
Opportunity. Through Rotaract, I’ve had the opportunity to do many amazing things:
  • I’ve traveled the world to experience different cultures and participate in projects.
  • I’ve lived and studied abroad as a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar.
  • I’ve attended four Rotary International Conventions (Montreal, Bangkok, Lisbon and Sydney) where I’ve heard from and connected with some truly impressive individuals who are making the world a better place.
  • I’ve attended RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award), a week-long personal and professional development program that helps you figure out what you want in life and equips you with the skills you need to achieve your goals.
  • I’ve received training in leadership, time management, project planning, event coordination, public speaking, governance, and much more.
  • I’ve served on local, national and international committees, helping shape the future of this great organisation.
  • I’ve been given free rein to develop and implement public relations, marketing and advertising campaigns for my club and district.
Experience. At the age of 23, I was invited to serve on the Rotary District 9630 Public Relations Committee. In my first year, I helped deliver new brand positioning (informed by research I undertook as part of my post-graduate degree), a bus advertising campaign, a new district website, new marketing collateral, and media and communication skills training. I will be forever grateful to the Rotarians who put their faith in me, and gave me the opportunity to test and further develop my skills. Not many people receive opportunities like this so early in their careers.
Confidence. Long gone is the girl who was terrified of public speaking — or even putting forward opinions in a meeting. Rotaract helped me overcome my fears. It’s amazing how fear slips away when you are in a comfortable, supportive environment, surrounded by people who share your passions. As president of my club, I gained invaluable people and project management skills, and developed the confidence to chair meetings, plan projects and run training sessions. I’ve since served as a keynote speaker and panelist at local, national and international conferences, speaking to audiences of 200-plus people. I’ve also established a reputation at work for being calm and confident under pressure.
Life-long friendships. Rotaract has given me the most amazing network of friends — here at home and in almost every corner of the globe. These wonderful individuals have made my life so much richer. They are passionate and talented, and make a real and tangible difference in the lives of others. We’ve shared many adventures and I look forward to sharing many more.
This week is World Rotaract Week. It’s the last time I’ll be celebrating as a Rotaractor, but not the last time I’ll be celebrating this great organisation.
If you’re a young adult aged 18 to 30 interested in helping others, developing new skills and having a great time, then Rotaract is for you. Find a club and get involved — you won’t regret it!
 
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Stories
Geotechnical Engineer Speaks to Rotary Club of North Jackson
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 14, 2017
Professional Engineer Eddie Templeton of the firm of Burns Cooley & Dennis spoke to the Rotary Club of North Jackson at its March 14, 2017 meeting. The subject of his presentation was Expansive Clays, in particular Yazoo Clay. He discussed how Yazoo Clay is present in most of Mississippi , it is particularly expansive by up to 135% when is gets wet, that it expands with a force of up to 16,000 pounds per square foot (PSF). He also discussed how to accommodate its presence in designing structures and their landscaping, by providing a buffer zone between the clay and the bottom of a foundation, by directing water away from a foundation and by planting trees so that they do not dessicate the soil near the foundation. Mr. Templeton is shown during his presentation in the accompanying photo. We thank him for his very interesting and informative presentation.
Two New Paul Harris Fellows Recognized by Rotary Club of North Jackson
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 14, 2017
At its March 14, 2017, meeting, the Rotary Club of North Jackson recognized Molly Dawkins, daughter of Past President Mike Dawkins and Club Member Anna Powers as Paul Harris Fellows. The accompanying photo shows Ms. Dawkins (second from left) receiving her pin from Rotarian Joe Harris (left) . Ms. Powers (right) is awaiting her pin. Past President Dawkins (center) looks on as his daughter is recognized. He was also recognized as having become a 5 time Paul Harris fellow in the meeting.
 

The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of US$1,000 to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.

It was established in 1957 to show appreciation for and encourage substantial contributions to what was then the Foundation’s only program, Rotary Foundation Fellowships for Advanced Study, the precursor to Ambassadorial Scholarships. 

The first Paul Harris Fellows include 1937-38 RI Director Allison G. Brush and longtime RI Treasurer Rufus F. Chapin, both for donations made in 1946. Mrs. Adan Vargas was the first woman to receive the recognition, for a gift made in 1953. Mrs. Harry L. Jones was the second, and one of only five people recognized for contributions made in 1957. 

Early Paul Harris Fellows received a certificate of recognition. In 1969, the Foundation unveiled the first Paul Harris Fellow medallion at the RI Convention in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. Japanese metal artist Fiju Tsuda created the piece under the direction of then-past Foundation Trustee Kyozo Yuasa. Today, Paul Harris Fellows receive a certificate and pin. They are also eligible to purchase a Paul Harris Fellow medallion. 

Rotarians have a tradition of supporting the Foundation by honoring others. Ida LeTulle Taylor became a Paul Harris Fellow in 1978 when her husband, then-District Governor Vann Taylor, made a donation in her name in honor of their 34th wedding anniversary. The gift also made her the 25,000th Paul Harris Fellow. 

At the International Assembly in 1979, then-RI President-elect James Bomar challenged each Rotary club to make one non-Rotarian a Paul Harris Fellow. The Rotary Club of Pikesville, Maryland, USA, responded by making a donation in the name of Mother Teresa in 1980. The entertainer Pearl Bailey also became a Paul Harris Fellow through a joint effort of the Rotary clubs in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.  

Many other notable figures have been named as Paul Harris Fellows, including U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Russian President Boris Yeltsin, U.S. astronaut James Lovell, UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar, and Jonas Salk.  

The number of Paul Harris Fellows reached the one million mark in 2006. Contribution for Paul Harris Fellows have mad possible a 99.9% reduction in global polio cases in addition to funding many other Rotary projects. We congratulate Ms. Dawkins and Ms. Powers on their recognition as Paul Harris Fellows.
Alison Kelly Inducted into Rotary Club of North Jackson
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 14, 2017
Ms. Alison Oliver Kelly was inducted into the rotary Club of North Jackson at the club's March 14, 2017 meeting. Ms. Kelly is a Public Defender in Hinds County. She and her husband, Scott, live in Madison. They are the parents of 4 adult children. She was previously a member of the Rotary Club of Charleston, MS. Alison (second from left) is shown in the accompanying photo with Club president Wyatt Emmerich (left), her proposer Club Member Erik Hearon (second from right) and her sponsor Past President Charles Lindsay. (right). We Welcome Alison to our club.
 
Federal Reserve Representative Speaks to Rotary Club of North Jackson
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 07, 2017
Gail Psilos,, Director, Regional Economic Information, New Orleans Branch, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (the "Fed") spoke to the Rotary Club of North Jackson at its March 7, 2017 meeting. Ms. Silos discuss the role of the Federal Reserve Bank, its goals and its mission. The Federal Reserve Bank is the Central Bank of the United States and it works to manage inflation and assure maximum employment. It performs this mission via monetary policy. Currently inflation is slightly below the target rate of 2% at approx. 1.8%. The Fed, collects and distributes massive amounts of data on the US economy, generally making these data available to interested people. There are 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks in the US. The Fed does business with member banks and annually returns its income to the U.S. Treasury. Last year it returned $92 billion to the Treasury. Ms. Psilos is shown in the accompanying photo with Past President Tom Parry following her presentation. We thank her for her very interesting and informative talk and for her seervice to our country.
 
North Jackson Rotarians participate in Food Packing Party
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 02, 2017
North Jackson Rotarians joined with Rotary Club of Jackson members and Rotaract Club members from Mississippi College to pack food for Stop Hunger Now at the Mississippi Ag. Museum on Saturday, February 25, 2017. The group packed 30,000 meals for distribution to undernourished people. Each meal consists of vitamins, dried vegetable flakes, soy flour, and rice. Stop Hunger Now is part of Rise Against Hunger which is an international hunger relief organization that distributes food and life-changing aid to the world’s most vulnerable, mobilizing the necessary resources to end hunger by 2030. According to their website, 792.5 million people across the world don’t receive enough nutrition to lead an active, healthy life and 325,000 volunteers around the globe put their hands on hunger in 2016. The result of their work is that 216 million

fewer people live with hunger than in 1990-92.The accompanying photo is from the project. Thanks to the Rotarians who participated in the project. If you missed it, you missed a wonderful morning and an opportunity to help those who are so much less fortunate that we are.


 
Rotarian Dennis Hardy Speaks to Rotary Club of North Jackson
Posted by Bill Osborne on Mar 02, 2017
Club Member, Dennis Hardy, A "Distinguished Toastmaster", spoke to the Rotary Club of North Jackson at its February 28, 2017 meeting. The subject of his talk was "Life, the final curtain call." He discussed how will you be remembered at the end of your life. Will you have spend sufficient time with your family and friends or will you have spent too much time pursuing a career. We thank him for his insight. The subject is one that we all need to consider and act upon. Dennis (right) is shown with Rotarians Uriel Pineda (left) and Suman Das (center) following his talk. Dr. Das introduced Mr. Hardy and his presentation.