ur Rotarian of the Day today is Tom Wilson. Tom was born April 15, 1941 in Ottumwa, Iowa, and graduated from SMU in 1964 with a BS in mechanical engineering. Tom’s lived in 10 different states, but he’s been settled in Tulsa since 1968.
Tom spent 22 years as a manufacturer’s rep, selling castings and forgings. He retired in 2003.
In addition to Southside, Tom is a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church and the Oaks Country Club. He’s also very active with the Bushenyi Alliance for Rural Health and Development (BARHD).
Tom is married to Laura, and they have four kids and five grandkids. His hobbies include golf, jogging, fishing (at least once every 5 years), and travel.
Tom, it’s great to have you in the club!
This Week’s Program
Jan Skinner
ur speaker today is Jan Skinner. He is an Aqua Agent Volunteer for the Oklahoma Aquarium, now open on the Arkansas River in South Tulsa at Jenks. He oversees 100 volunteers working in many positions to facilitate the operation of the aquarium, which features marine life from around the world. He is currently serving as the Aquarium’s speaker coordinator, presenting programs to organizations throughout a wide area. Jan has been selected to serve as a member on the Oklahoma Aquarium Foundation Board of Directors.
Jan shares a strong commitment to increase the understanding and preservation of the oceans of the world, and to inform everyone of their importance in our everyday lives.
The Oklahoma Aquarium brings a unique learning and scientific experience to our community and area, as it takes visitors on “A Journey to the Sea.” This major cultural and family attraction adds to the quality of life in the area, and attracts over 500,000 visitors a year as it enters its sixth year of operation. It is the only oceanic aquarium located in the heartland of the country.
Jan and his wife, Bernie, joined the volunteer staff early in 2001 in its initial volunteer group, following a 38-year sales career with the Health Care Division of the 3M Company, working in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Hawaii.
Jan, thank you for being with us today. The Rotary Club of Southside Tulsa welcomes you!
Southsider Quick Notes
Last week…
- Our ROD last week was Don Wasson, and our speaker was Clifton Taulbert.
- Our next district governor has a goal of 6,110 members in district 6110 in the year 2010. We’ve made 15 teams, each responsible for getting one new member, in order for our club to meet its membership goal. We want 75 members total.
