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My writing journey began in the crucible of high school journalism class, under the tutelage of the formidable Ms. Marjorie Nobel. She...

As dawn breaks over Uttar Pradesh, Aisha Khan prepares for another day of vaccinating children against polio. But she's not alone in this...

Giving children a chance to fully recover from devastating burns, the San Juan Capistrano Rotary Club, with help from San Clemente, and...

Applying Entrepreneurial Spirit to Rotary Projects In 1905, five businessmen in Chicago came together to form what would eventually...

When I first read "If", I thought it was one of the best poems ever written to inspire ethical behavior. As Paul Harvey used to say...

The role of curiosity often goes underestimated. The insatiable drive to question, explore, and not be satisfied with the status quo is a...

When it comes to international service, one of the most crucial debates is how best to provide aid: should we focus on short-term relief,...

A U.S. high school was ravaged by fentanyl — and came back from the brink In Orange county, Rotarian Mike Darnold, a former police...

The traditional idea of America as a "melting pot" evolves into something more dynamic when we consider it not as a stew, but as a...

In a powerful display of community service, members of San Juan Capistrano Rotary came together on Saturday, September 7th, to tackle a...

Growing up in Claremont, California, I was immersed in a vibrant mix of Hispanic culture that shaped my childhood experiences. My...

Imagine joining a Rotary club, thinking you're simply lending a hand to your community. Little do you know, you're about to embark on a...

I once took a "Comparative Religions" course from an esteemed professor at the Claremont School of Theology. We were all struck by the...

In my time as a Rotary District Governor, I've had the privilege of visiting countless clubs, each with its own unique character. Yet,...

Years ago, I was visiting my friends Jim and Jamie in their new home in the Edna Valley, just outside of San Luis Obispo. They had moved...

Every four years, the Olympics showcase the world's top athletes, but few of us truly comprehend the extreme focus and dedication behind...

"Semper Fidelis" and "Service Above Self" - two mottos that have shaped my life, First as a Marine and then as a Rotarian. These aren't...

I witnessed the genius of Steve Sabol when he and I attended Colorado College at the same time. He quickly became a legend—not on the...

Note: This post is a thought experiment, not a recommendation. While it's about Rotary, the process of reimagining also applies to...

I was brought up with tales of brave knights slaying dragons and rescuing fair maidens. It was in the movies and books that romanticized...