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Jun 2024
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Rotary & Rotaract: Building the Future T...

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In this episode, co-hosts Nick Taylor and Michael DeGrandis sit down to chat with two different Rotaract Club Presidents! We are honored to have Kaylee Melessa from the Rotaract Club of Southern Utah University and Norman Giumelli from the Rotaract Club of Zurich International.

Ever wonder what the difference is between a community based and university based Rotaract? Interested in learning more about Rotaract and how to join, charter or sponsor a club? Well, then this episode is for you! We hope that you enjoy this conversation!

Hosts:
Nick Taylor, Club and District Support Supervisor
Michael DeGrandis, Club and District Support Associate Officer

Guests: 
Kaylee Melessa: Club President of the Rotaract Club of Southern Utah University
Norman Giumelli: Club President of the Rotaract Club of Zurich International

Producer:
Andrez Perez, Club and District Support Officer

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