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President’s Message

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Last Wednesday (18 May) I attended the Charles Sturt University Scholarship award ceremony. There were over 30 scholarships presented.  On behalf of our club I presented scholarships to two students studying for a Bachelor of Education. They were Holly Turner and Jenna Zamperoni. The ceremony is a great example of local organizations supporting university education in our district.

Holly Turner …“Being the first in my immediate family to attend university, I am leading the path for my three younger siblings, demonstrating the importance of working hard, and persisting to achieve my dreams. This award will significantly help me financially. I was recently working two jobs, however, I left my job in hospitality as I wanted to allow myself more time to study, and really focus the majority of my time and attention on my degree. Now only having one job, I have been struggling financially as my busy university schedule only allows me to work a short number of hours. This prize will assist me to pay for textbooks and amenities. Please let my donor know how grateful I am for their help.”

Jenna Zamperoni …“This prize came as quite a surprise! It is with gratitude that I accept it, not only for the financial assistance that it will provide during professional experience, but also for the honour it has given me to be a recipient of the prize from the Rotary Club of Albury-Hume. It will assist me during my final placements during which I won’t be able to work. Thus it will help with my rent, travel costs and other living expenses while I am on placement. This has enabled me to feel a boost of confidence and determination, as my academic engagement and commitment looks to be rewarding me! It has encouraged me to continue to work hard in my studies to make my university, family and myself proud. I would like the Rotary Club to know that I am very grateful for being awarded this prize. I would also like them to know that as a prospective educator, I endeavour to positively influence the children of our generation and of future generations. I am passionate about providing quality education, as well as aspire to show children that they have the power to accomplish their dreams.”

Club Meeting 27 April 2016

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Ian ThomasGuest Speaker, Ian Thomas gave is an insight into what he calls “ Murray River madness”.  We are lucky that Ian  shared with us the experience he and his 5 friends had canoeing  down the Murray River  from Albury to the end of the mighty Murray at the ocean at lake Alexandrina in South Australia. It all is not as easy as it sounds and needed a lot of planning for the 53 days they were on their phenomenal  journey.

 

Club Meeting 20 April 2016

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Craig MorasGuest Speaker Craig Moras club classification of Allied Health does not indicate his extensive background in education, work with the army and finding time for a Masters Degree in Exercise Science.  Last week, Craig, our newest member,  presented us with details of his current work … providing professional assistance to those suffering from Sleep Apnea.What Is Sleep Apnea … Sleep Apnea is not just snoring or feeling tired during the day – it is a serious medical condition. It not only affects your sleep but can severely impact your health and your quality of life.The most common form of Sleep Apnea is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Obstructive Sleep Apnea occurs when the walls or muscles of the upper airway (including the tongue, soft palate etc) relax in such a way that they collapse and block the airway during sleep. The subsequent interruption of air supply to the lungs is called an apnea. An apnea can last up to a minute or more. In severe cases apneas may occur hundreds of times per night.