The Rotary Club of Columbia Missouri

03/13/2026

Renee Miller is seen here presenting a certificate of appreciation to De Hage Minner, local author, retired research nurse, and quality educator for MU Sinclair School of Nursing.

De Hage Minner discussed her memoir, I Only Have Time to Love You on Sunday.

02/20/2026

Michelle Casey receives a $1,000.00 check for Central Missouri Humane Society on behalf of the Rotary Club of Columbia (Downtown) from Co-President Rachel Augustine and Walt Lantzy.

12/12/2025

We had a lovely Christmas program at our meeting yesterday and we are honored to support the good work the Food Bank is doing!🎄

12/04/2025

In lieu of our standard weekly meeting, please join us for a blood drive on Thursday, December 18.

Sign up by clicking this link:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=ColumbiaRotary

11/28/2025

Thank you to everyone who supported our 6th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Fry!
Gobble gobble

11/27/2025

If you could smell a picture…. These turkeys are something special.

11/26/2025

Deliciousness loading 🦃

11/14/2025

Dr Heidi Miller from the Department of Health and Senior and Services spoke about obesity and related cancer studies.

11/13/2025

Smiling BIG because Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Still time left to buy your fried turkey, fried and ready for you to pick up Thanksgiving morning.

Order now before we sell out. And we WILL sell out!

https://www.rotarycolumbiamo.org/event/thanksgiving-day-turkey-fry-2025/

11/11/2025

We are gutted by the loss of our fellow Rotarian and good friend, Dr. Melvin Platt.

Always a gentleman, a true leader and Rotary mentor to many, Melvin's dedication to Rotary and our District goes back many years. Melvin, a retired University Professor at the University of Missouri, joined the Rotary Club of Columbia in February 1992. That is over 33 years of service.

In District 6080, he held the roles of:
District International Service Chair (2022-current)

Council on Legislation Representative (2020-current)

District Annual Fund Subcommittee Chair (2019-2020)

District Rotary Peace Fellowships Subcommittee Chair (2015-2016, 2018-2021)

Council on Legislation Representative-Alternate (2017-2020)

District Governor (DG) (2017-2018)

District Scholarship Subcommittee Chair (2004-2007, 2008-2010, 2011-2016)

In our club, Melvin served in the roles of:

Club Membership Chair (2020-2022)

Club President (2012-2013)

Member (1992 - Present)

Melvin held the levels of Benefactor, Bequest Society, Every Rotarian Every Year, Sustaining Member, Major Donor and the Paul Harris Society. He was also awarded the Meritorious Service award and Rotarian of the Year.

Melvin leaves a legacy of service and giving to our organization. His involvement touched many, and he will be truly missed. We are forever grateful for Melvin's influence and commitment.

We are deeply saddened to share that Dr. Melvin Platt, former Chair (1991–2000) and Director (2000–2008) of the Mizzou School of Music, passed away on Friday. Dr. Platt’s leadership and dedication left a lasting legacy — most notably guiding the Department of Music’s transition to the School of Music in 2000 and establishing the Melvin Platt Music Scholarship, awarded annually to top graduating seniors. His passion for Mizzou and commitment to excellence continue to inspire our community. A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 15, at 2:00 p.m. at Missouri United Methodist Church.

10/31/2025

Co-President Rachel Augustine of the Rotary Club of Columbia (Downtown) presents a certificate to Interim President Romaine Seguin for an outstanding presentation on the mission of the William Woods University. The mission is to promote a student-centered learning environment that values inclusion, creativity, and intellectual inquiry.