Carolyn Hiatt

Meeting Notes for April 8, 2026: Neel Sukhatme, Dean University of Michigan Law School

President Dawn Johnson called the meeting to order at 12:25 p.m. There were 76 members in attendance. Inspiration: Kristin Giant, the silent auction chair for GPO, shared insights about the practice of law, emphasizing that, “Law is the discipline of agreement.” She highlighted how this skill applies beyond legal practice to various aspects of life, […]

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Meeting Notes for March 4, 2026: Shoshannah Lenski, Executive Director, Ann Arbor Sustainable Energy Utility

The meeting was called to order at 12:25 pm by president Dawn Johnson. Kennan Robins’ inspiration stressed the value of family, friends, and action over plans. Marlena Studer and Steve Ragsdale led the group in Here Comes the Sun, followed by the introduction of guests and acknowledgement of Rotary anniversaries. Announcements: President Dawn announced the […]

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Meeting Notes for January 7, 2026: John U. Bacon – The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald

President Dawn Johnson called the first meeting of the new year to order at 12:25. Michelle Deatrick then spoke about the significance of the month of January in her inspiration. She referenced a poem by W.S. Merwin, highlighting themes of stillness and new beginnings. She encouraged us to look back on past events and ahead […]

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Meeting Notes for December 17, 2025: Carol Freedman-Doan – Refugee Resettlement

President Dawn  called Ann Arbor Rotary’s final 2025 meeting  to order at 12:25 p.m. 78 members were in attendance in the Anderson Room, along with 11 guests. 11 members attended the meeting via Zoom. Shelly McMillan shared inspirational quotes about the new year, including messages from Oprah Winfrey, JP Morgan, TS. Elliott, and Alfred Lloyd […]

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Meeting Notes for October 29, 2025: Rob Shiff Honored with the DSA

The meeting began with a patriotic song and the four-way test, followed by an inspirational poem by Barbara about the power of saying hello. President Dawn welcomed guests, including Nate and Marianne Shiff, who were introduced by Rob, and Ed Snyder, introduced by Roy. The meeting acknowledged birthdays, anniversaries, and long-term Rotary member anniversaries. Club […]

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Meeting Notes for September 24, 2025: The Development of the James Webb Space Telescope

The meeting was called to order at 12:25 by President Dawn Johnson. After the patriotic song and 4-Way Test, Shelly MacMillan gave the inspiration and led the singing of, “When You Wish Upon a Star.” The business portion of the meeting included the following announcements: GPO: With special recognition to Roy Moore’s long-standing participation and […]

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Meeting Notes for August 27, 2025: Lynette Clemetson, Director of U-M’s Wallace House

The meeting was called to order at 12:25 by President Dawn Johnson. After reciting the Four-Way Test, we sang “America the Beautiful.” Greg Stejskal’s inspiration emphasized the importance of investigative journalism and a free press in democracy. He gave an example of a successful undercover steroid operation in the early 1990s, which was inspired by […]

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Meeting Notes for August 20, 2025: U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell

In order to avoid Move-in-Day at the University of Michigan, the meeting was held at Cobblestone Farms. President Dawn Johnson called the meeting to order and after reciting the Four Way Test, Dennis Burke gave the inspiration. He reminded us about America’s values and community service and emphasized ethical behavior and environmental solutions. Marlena Studer, […]

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