Manhattan Konza Rotary Club

08/26/2026

08/21/2026

At last weeks meeting, Trevor Jensen welcomed members and led everyone in the Rotary Four-Way Test.

Bethany Stock was inducted as a new member of the Manhattan Konza Rotary Club.

Our speaker was Konza Rotary Member Mark Bachamp, Business Development Specialist with Olsson. Mark shared an inside look at some of the exciting projects taking shape across Manhattan.

08/20/2026

At our August 7th meeting Jim Weaver welcomed members and led everyone in the Rotary Four-Way Test.

Paul Oehm introduced our speaker, Bethany Stock, who is the Executive Director at Common Table. Common Table is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that serves a free community meal seven nights a week at 6pm in the cafeteria at the Lincoln Education Center. Common Table welcomes everyone to enjoy a hot meal in peace and with dignity, no questions asked.

08/04/2026

Manhattan Konza Rotary’s own Michelle Sink has been making the rounds and speaking across District 5710 in her role as District Governor, including these stops at the Manhattan Rotary Club and the Topeka South Rotary.

08/02/2026

Another awesome day helping out at Common Table. Thanks to all that participated!

07/31/2026

At today's meeting, Brad Jager welcomed members and led everyone in the Rotary Four-Way Test.

Madison Dunlap was awarded a Merit Scholarship, presented to graduating Manhattan High School seniors who plan to pursue higher education.

Kirk Crabtree introduced our speaker, Dr. John Paul Henry with Word By Word Uganda. Word by Word Uganda is a nonprofit adult literacy program for women in Yumbe District, northern Uganda. They partner with local teachers to develop culturally grounded curriculum rooted in the languages, songs, and daily realities of the communities they serve.

07/30/2026

Big congratulations to Manhattan Konza Rotary’s own Michelle Sink! Rotarians recently gathered in Manhattan to celebrate her installation as District Governor for Rotary District 5710 (2026–2027).

Since joining the Manhattan Konza Rotary Club in 2016, she’s served in numerous roles including Club President and now as District 5710 Governor Elect for 2026/27. In the past she has co-chaired the District Membership Committee and leads efforts in Interact and Rotaract engagement.

A Paul Harris Fellow +6 and Rotary Foundation Sustaining Member, Michelle has sponsored 20 new Rotarians and loves helping others find their “Rotary Moment.” Whether it’s through service, mentorship, or growing community impact, Michelle leads with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of purpose.

07/24/2026

Andy Hutchinson greeted members at this morning's meeting and led us in the Rotary Four-Way Test.

John Conley introduced today's speaker, Kansas State Football Head Coach Collin Klein. Coach Klein talked about how the community helps K-State athletics and discussed the upcoming football season.

07/20/2026

At our last meeting, Immediate Past President Di Hinrichs welcomed members and led everyone in the Rotary Four-Way Test.

Makenna Hailey was awarded a Merit Scholarship, presented to graduating Manhattan High School seniors who plan to pursue higher education.

President Elect Joan Pierce introduced our speaker, Renee Brouse from ShelterBox USA. ShelterBox USA builds awareness of global displacement and provides families with lifesaving shelter, essential tools, and supplies that enables them to rebuild their homes and transform their lives after disaster.