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Rotary Group Study Exchange application deadline extended
We need team member applications for Rotary’s Group Study Exchange! Rotary District 7570 is a collection of 84 Rotary clubs in western Virginia and Northeastern Tennessee, from as far north as Front Royal to as far south as Greeneville.
We are seeking four young working professionals who live or work in our district to join Rotary’s Group Study Exchange team to Rotary District 2430 (Turkey, Azerbaijan) for travel May 1-30, 2020. The team will be led by experienced Rotarian Dr. Neil Hollyfield. The GSE team will spend the month of May exploring your vocational interests and participating in cultural activities. All transportation, meals, and lodging are underwritten by Rotarians.
The deadline for applications is extended to October 30, 2019. Interviews are November 3, 2019, at Natural Bridge Hotel and Conference Center. Contact District Chair, Karel Ryan, for more information by email karelhamilton@gmail.com, or call 276.971.3995.
Apply online and read more at www.Rotary7570.org/GSE2, or see this related story with detailed information:
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