Speakers

Speaker	Date	Topic
Dustin Oltman	Mar 21, 2025	Lincoln Hygiene Network Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0321 Time: Mar 21, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83907977595 Meeting ID: 839 0797 7595 BIO Dustin Oltman is deeply rooted in Lincoln, both as a longtime resident and father of five. As the Executive Director of the Lincoln Hygiene Network, he demonstrates a strong commitment to community service. His expertise extends beyond this role. He founded DKO Perspectives, LLC, where he assists nonprofits, businesses, and individuals in strategic planning and execution. Dustin's leadership empowers individuals, teams, and communities through effective engagement initiatives. He excels at identifying community needs, building partnerships, and implementing impactful programs. This dedication is further evidenced by his receipt of the Melvin W. Jones Mentoring Award and his participation in Leadership Lincoln. Additionally, he has served on the ACCC Board of Directors and in the CCDA Leadership Cohort, bringing valuable local knowledge and leadership experience to each role.
Dennis Baugh	Mar 28, 2025	Kiwanis International Trustee Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0328 Time: Mar 28, 2025 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89926752506 Meeting ID: 899 2675 2506 BIO Dennis G. Baugh of Palmyra, Virginia, U.S., was elected to a three-year term as a trustee of Kiwanis International during the 2023 Kiwanis International Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. He serves as a trustee for the United States and Pacific Canada regions of Kiwanis. A member of Kiwanis for 15 years, Baugh is currently a member of the Kiwanis Club of Charlottesville, Virginia, and the Kiwanis Club of Big Sky RX e-club in Montana. At the club level, he has served as treasurer, secretary, vice president and president (2010-11) as well as membership chair. In the Kiwanis Capital District, he has served as lieutenant governor and governor (2020-21), youth protection manager, regional trustee, district convention chair, district chair to the Kiwanis Children’s Fund and division director of the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation. At the international level, Baugh has chaired the Membership Committee on Young Club Counseling and the Membership Committee on Club Excellence. As a donor to the Kiwanis Children’s Fund, his honors include a George F. Hixson Fellowship, a Walter Zeller Fellowship, a Dr. Wil Blechman Fellowship and a Centennial Award. As a Kiwanis member, Baugh has participated in club opening events and chaired two Kiwanis membership task forces on club coaching. He and his team trained over 1,000 certified club coaches. As trustee, Baugh wants to maintain an open line of communication with members and his assigned district governors to ensure they can access available resources. He also will use his experience in organizational governance to work with his fellow trustees on making sound decisions that will best benefit and grow Kiwanis. Baugh holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in criminal justice. He began his career working in corrections and completed it working with at-risk youth, retiring in 2015. Outside of the Kiwanis organization, Baugh has served as a member of church, community and governance boards. Baugh continues to be active in his church and enjoys traveling (cruises are a recent pastime), reading, working around the house and staying current on community affairs. He and his wife, Darlene, have three adult children and five grandchildren.
Kenneth Keith - Professor Emeritus	Apr 04, 2025	Letters From Japan: Four Seasons in the Land of the Rising Sun Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0404 Time: Apr 4, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87096849486 Meeting ID: 870 9684 9486 BIO Ken Keith is Professor Emeritus of Psychological Sciences at the University of San Diego, editor of the Cambridge University Press series Elements of Psychology and Culture, and past president of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology. He is author or editor of a dozen books, including Letters From Japan, and more than 150 scientific and professional articles and book chapters, many of them dealing with cultural issues. He was a visiting scholar at Kwansei Gakuin University in Japan, and at St. Clare’s College, Oxford, in the United Kingdom, and has taught in University of San Diego programs in London and in Mexico. Prior to his time at the University of San Diego he spent 19 years as a faculty member at Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Leanne Pelser	Apr 11, 2025	Matt Talbot Kitchen and Outreach Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0411 Time: Apr 11, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85785674154 Meeting ID: 857 8567 4154 BIO Leanne Pelser currently serves as the Director of Housing and Outreach Programs at Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach which is a local nonprofit working to end hunger and homelessness. She has been in this position since August 2022 following a career of working on both coasts of the United States in housing and homeless services. Leanne has been working in the nonprofit sector for nearly 18 years. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Wheelock College of Boston, MA. Leanne has worked in Boston MA, San Diego, CA and Norfolk VA helping those who are struggling with a housing crisis. She is a strong advocate for individuals and families experiencing homelessness and basic needs crises. Leanne lives in Lincoln with her husband Kevin and two children, Hayden and Dakota.
No Meeting	Apr 18, 2025	Enjoy the Easter Holiday
Alex Aistrope	Apr 25, 2025	EBikes Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0425 Time: Apr 25, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88591194375 Meeting ID: 885 9119 4375
Liz Shea-McCoy	May 02, 2025	Pershing Mural Project Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0502 Time: May 2, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81745575561 Meeting ID: 817 4557 5561 BIO Liz Shea-McCoy has taught for over 25 years in conjunction with the Nebraska Arts Council’s Artist in Residence Program. Her wealth of experience in education, the arts and community service are a vibrant and vital addition to the Nebraska Arts Council’s Artist in School/Communities program. Liz affords students of all ages the opportunity to discover and explore the exciting art of screen printing and to create original designs (using their drawings) on rice paper and fabric. She provides inspiration, screens, squeegees and instruction. In addition, she can offer all the information necessary in the magical process of photo emulsion using students’ photographs and/or drawings. Liz also has a passion for public art projects. As a result, she can assist in coordinating mini public art projects within schools, which encourage and support artistic/aesthetic learning. Liz earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education and Textile Design from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In addition, she serves as a visual teaching artist in the Nebraska Rural Teaching Artist Initiative, a program of the Lied Center for Performing Arts and supported by the Nebraska Arts Council. Liz has a rich teaching background which includes serving as a visual teaching artist for ARTS ARE BASIC, a part of Doane College, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning; Mentor for the Gifted in Visual Art for the Lincoln Public Schools; Adjunct Instructor in the area of Fiber, NE Wesleyan University; Private Studio Classes teaching students K – Adult and Surface Design & Advanced Surface Design, Design Essentials, Advanced Design and Color Theory – UNL. Liz exhibits her work in Lincoln and has been published and recognized on local, regional and national levels in a variety of media including textile design, printmaking, photography, painting, collage and assemblage techniques. Additionally, she has been extremely active in directing school, organization, community and statewide public arts projects (including but not limited to): Tour de Lincoln (Lincoln, 2003), Star Art: Star City Art Project (Lincoln, NE, 2006), aCross Lincoln (Lincoln, NE, 2008), An Enchanted Arboretum (Nebraska City, 2013, Illuminating Lincoln: Lighthouse (Lincoln, 2015), Nebraska by Heart (Nebraska, 2017), Nebraska State Capitol Ornament Competition (Nebraska, 2018) and Serving Hands (Lincoln, 2019).
Tosha Benes	May 09, 2025	Tower of Tampons Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0509 Time: May 9, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85122334662 Meeting ID: 851 2233 4662
Moani Baumfalk	May 16, 2025	Nova Travel Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0516 Time: Feb 15, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81136784744 Meeting ID: 811 3678 4744 BIO In 2020, I left my corporate career to stay at home with my two daughters. Time felt like it was slipping away too quickly, and I wanted to cherish those moments with them. But those that know me, know I can’t sit still for long—I thrive when I'm busy! So, I decided to start a travel agency, initially as a hobby. Starting a business in the middle of a global pandemic turned out to be one of my greatest challenges. From canceled trips and ever-changing entry requirements to countries closing borders and endless hold times, I faced it all. These hurdles taught me resilience, adaptability, and an invaluable depth of industry knowledge. While many advisors left the industry during that time, it was the perfect opportunity for Nova—meaning ‘bright new star’—to shine. What started as a small venture has grown beyond my wildest dreams. Today, with 10 incredible advisors and over 1,000 clients served, this business, once a hobby, has become one of my proudest achievements.
No Meeting	May 23, 2025	Enjoy the Memorial Day Weekend
TBD	May 30, 2025	TBD Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0530 Time: May 30, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81769209803 Meeting ID: 817 6920 9803
Tom Field	Jun 06, 2025	Engler Entrepreneurship Program Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2025_0606 Time: Jun 6, 2025 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) If you are not a member of Lincoln South Rotary and you wish to join by zoom, *contact us* in advance and provide your name. Reservations are not required to attend in person. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82514154692 Meeting ID: 825 1415 4692 BIO Life began on a ranch in western Colorado surrounded by the harsh beauty of the high country. My family was very entrepreneurial, and their influence was significant. 4-H provided life changing experiences, skills and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally; the schools in my home community were high quality and I developed curiosity and a love of learning early in life. After graduating from Colorado State, I spent five years working in the family business before returning to graduate school. My career has been engaged in higher education, trade associations and consulting with agricultural organizations and businesses. I am blessed to be married to Laura - an exceptional person who has been willing to pursue life’s adventures with me. I am a father to five unique and talented human beings, and am grateful to be in an eclectic circle of friends and colleagues that spans across geography, culture, community and profession. What is your position at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln? I serve as the director of the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program. Our success is generated by the commitment of our remarkable community of entrepreneurial students, staff, alumni and friends of the program. Our mission is to embolden people on the courageous pursuit of their purpose through the art and practice of entrepreneurship. What drew you to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln? The opportunity to build a concept into a program and ultimately into an effective organization for the people of Nebraska and the region. Paul Engler’s gift was an exceptional investment and to be part of making good on his trust was an exciting opportunity. My wife and I chose Nebraska because we were drawn to the students here who exuded work ethic, commitment to pursuing a dynamic vision, a desire to create and build, and a high level of decency, kindness and partnership. I have a wonderful partner in my wife Laura and this opportunity was really a shared commitment – she has contributed so much to the success of the students in the Engler program by opening our home to students for celebrations, life conversations and building community. We also wanted to live in a state where rural life and communities were valued. What aspect of working in an educational setting do you enjoy the most? Unique to this position has been the opportunity to work with students, alumni, entrepreneurs and leaders in a way that goes beyond the traditional classroom model. The Engler Program has a clear mission, a distinct culture and a community of wonderful people. Being a coach, advocate, instigator, sounding board and co-learner as people build towards their aspirations is a joyous experience. What do you consider your greatest achievement? When I think about life experiences that have been fulfilling and sustainable – they are all the result of meaningful relationships. Having the honor of being part of the team of faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of UNL who have built the Engler Program has been a special and extraordinary experience. As I look back at my earliest teachers, 4-H leaders, coaches and mentors from childhood through university and the early years of my professional career, they helped provide the foundation upon which any success I have experienced was built. My mom was very influential in helping me to understand that life is enriched by the depth and breadth of the people you encounter. She modeled her belief that real wealth was built by the strength of culture of your enterprise and community. What is something that most people don't know about you? My first college scholarship was for the performing arts. Clearly that didn’t pan out! What is your life like outside of work? Mostly dedicated to family – with three grown sons and twin 9-year-olds, every day is an adventure.
Robber's Cave Tour Event	Jun 13, 2025	Robber's Cave Tour Event June 13, 2025 we will hold our meeting at Robber's Cave and include the cave tour.
Jason Varga	Jun 20, 2025	Cause Collective BIO Jason Varga is the Executive Director of Cause Collective which strengthens nonprofit organizations to better serve the community through collaboration, education, and advocacy. Jason has worked in the nonprofit industry for over 20 years in Lincoln and has a passion for creating a more equal environment for all its residents. He is also a local professional jazz/classical musician, performing and teaching for over 30 years. Jason holds a B.A. in music from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln and graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School.
Changing of the Guard	Jun 27, 2025	Annual Meeting - Review Past - Preview Future
No Meeting	Jul 04, 2025	Enjoy the Independence Day Holiday
Robert Rapp	Jul 18, 2025	District Governor 2025-26 BIO Robert grew up on a farm/ranch in South Central Nebraska. He became a Rotarian in 1994 after serving as Rotary District’s 5650’s Ambassadorial Scholar to the University of Edinburgh Law School, Edinburgh, Scotland in 1988-89. He was President of his Omaha Morning Rotary Club in 2020-21. Robert earned his undergraduate degree in Business/Finance from Doane University and MBA from the University of Nebraska Omaha. Robert’s professional background includes his work in economic/community development, international business consulting, and insurance and financial services. He enjoys spending time working and relaxing at the family farm/nature reserve located near Johnson Lake in the Platte River Valley. His son, Alex and wife Allie live in Mesa, AZ. He and his partner, Pam, live in Elkhorn, NE. His hobbies include music, photography, and history.