FEB 7: WAPI Build Day, Tan Oak in MLK
These are the facts:
- Water-related diseases are responsible for 80% of all illnesses and deaths in the developing world.
- An estimated 1.5 billion cases of diarrhea occur each year, resulting in the death of nearly 2 million children.
- Worldwide, about 1.3 billion people do not have access to safe drinking water, including nearly half of the population of sub-Sahara Africa.
Now imagine that you can make a difference. And on Feb. 7, you can.
Rotaract District 5160 is hosting a WAPI Build Day to combat water-related diseases due to unsafe drinking water.
WHERE: Berkeley, CA. Exact location TBA.
WHO CAN ATTEND: Anyone! We encourage you to bring friends and family to this great event, regardless of their involvement in Rotary and Rotaract. We will have participants from throughout Northern California.
COST: Completely free. Simply bring a willingness for fun and great service.
Light food and drinks will be provided.
WAPI–a reusable Water Pasteurization Indicator–is a simple, low-cost device that can be used to determine when water has reached pasteurization temperatures.
Proper pasteurization destroys disease-causing organisms in contaminated milk and water and prevents the unnecessary use of precious resources (i.e. fuel and wood for cooking). Most importantly, proper pasteurization can save lives.
On Feb. 7, you will learn how to build these devices from scratch. The WAPIs that you build will be delivered directly to the families in need throughout the world. We invite you to make a difference.
FEB. 7 | A Stand Against Unsafe Water
These are the facts:
- Water-related diseases are responsible for 80% of all illnesses and deaths in the developing world.
- An estimated 1.5 billion cases of diarrhea occur each year, resulting in the death of nearly 2 million children.
- Worldwide, about 1.3 billion people do not have access to safe drinking water, including nearly half of the population of sub-Sahara Africa.
Now imagine that you can make a difference. And on Feb. 7, you can.
Rotaract District 5160 is hosting a WAPI Build Day to combat water-related diseases due to unsafe drinking water.
TIME: 11 AM – 2 PM
WHERE: Tan Oak in the MLK Student Union Building (next to Sproul)
WHO CAN ATTEND: Anyone! We encourage you to bring friends and family to this great event, regardless of their involvement in Rotary and Rotaract. We will have participants from throughout Northern California.
COST: Completely free. Simply bring a willingness for fun and great service.
Light food and drinks will be provided.
WAPI–a reusable Water Pasteurization Indicator–is a simple, low-cost device that can be used to determine when water has reached pasteurization temperatures.
Proper pasteurization destroys disease-causing organisms in contaminated milk and water and prevents the unnecessary use of precious resources (i.e. fuel and wood for cooking). Most importantly, proper pasteurization can save lives.
On Feb. 7, you will learn how to build these devices from scratch. The WAPIs that you build will be delivered directly to the families in need throughout the world. We invite you to make a difference.
Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship
Interested in receiving money to travel abroad? Then take a look at this Rotary scholarship!
The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is an extremely prestigious scholarship granted to young men and women (ages 18-30) interested in studying abroad and serving as ambassadors of goodwill.
With Rotary clubs in 157 different countries, your choices are nearly unlimited, as will be your amazing experiences.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2010-2011 academic. The deadline to apply is March 6, 2009.
Qualifications to Apply
- Have completed either two years of college or two years of recognized work
- Must a citizen of a country in which there is a Rotary Club (with clubs in 157 different countries, this is hardly a problem!)
- Do NOT have to be in Rotaract to apply (though it most certainly helps, and you are encouraged!)
- Are NOT related to any Rotarian or honorary Rotarian
Scholarship Types
There are 3 different types of scholarships to which you can apply:
Academic Year Ambassadorial Scholarship
US$25,000 scholarships are awarded for one year of academic study (usually 9 months) at an institution assigned by the Rotary Foundation Trustees. The scholarship may also be used for vocational training. Recipients are expected to be proficient in the language of the host country.
Multi-Year Ambassadorial Scholarship
US$12,500/year scholarships are awarded for two years of full-time, degree-oriented academic study at an institution assigned by the Rotary Foundation Trustees.
Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarships
These scholarships are either for 3- or 6-months of language intensive training and cultural immersion at a language school assigned by the Rotary Foundation Trustees. The 3-month scholarship is most appropriate for those already somewhat proficient in the language, whereas the 6-month scholarship is more appropriate if the language presents a challenge. Applicants should complete 1 year of college coursework (or the equivalent) in the language of choice.
US$12,000 is awarded for the 3-month scholarship. US$17,000 is awarded for the 6-month scholarship.
Useful Materials:
Ambassadorial Scholarship Info Session
GET MONEY TO TRAVEL.
Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships are EXCEPTIONAL opportunities to STUDY ABROAD and serve as AMBASSADORS OF GOOD WILL.
Spend 3 months to 2 years in the host country learning a new culture, making new friends, and working with local Rotary Clubs.
The host country must have one or more Rotary Clubs to an eligible destination. With Rotary in 157 countries, travel opportunities and experiences are virtually unlimited.
The scholarship beings with the 2010-2011 academic year, and include tuition, materials, and most living expenses.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Have completed either two years of college or two years of recognized work
* You don’t have to be in Rotaract to apply! (It certainly helps 
but all are eligible!)
AT THIS INFO SESSION
You will get to hear from current scholars, the scholarship committee team, as well as the Rotarians sponsoring the scholarship.
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ATTEND THE INFORMATIONAL MEETING
WHEN: Thursday, February 5th
TIME: 6-8 PM
WHERE: West Madrone in MLK Student Union
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Applications may be downloaded at the Rotary International website: http://www.rotary.org
FEB. 3: Spring Kickoff Meeting, 182 Dwinelle
This is what everyone has been waiting for! Start the new year off right by coming to Cal Rotaract’s first general meeting! We’ve worked hard to organize plenty of fun hands-on service events and if that were not fun enough, plenty of awesome socials too! Be sure to come check out all of the exciting events Cal Rotaract has planned for this semester. There will also be food! Don’t miss it and bring your friends with you!
FEB. 3 | Cal Rotaract’s Kick-Off Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, February 3rd. 7-8PM
WHERE: 182 Dwinelle
New & old members welcome!
This is what everyone has been waiting for! Start the new year off right by coming to Cal Rotaract’s first general meeting! We’ve worked hard to organize plenty of fun hands-on service events and if that were not fun enough, plenty of awesome socials too! Be sure to come check out all of the exciting events Cal Rotaract has planned for this semester. There will also be food! Don’t miss it and bring your friends with you!