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SUMMARY:7.16.26 - Russ Kavalhuna - President\, Western Michigan University
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Russ Kavalhuna \nTitle: President\, Western Michigan University \nBio: \nPresident Russ Kavalhuna came to Western to serve as president with a distinguished record of public service\, higher education leadership and a results-driven approach to student success. \nReflecting deep commitments to advocacy\, accountability and collaboration\, President Kavalhuna’s career spans aviation\, law and education. A former commercial airline captain\, collegiate aviation administrator and federal prosecutor\, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to mission-driven leadership. In June 2025\, he concluded a seven-year tenure as president of Henry Ford College\, where he cultivated public and private partnerships\, expanded college access and strengthened mentorship opportunities for students—efforts that underpin his educational leadership record. \nBefore leading Henry Ford College\, WMU President Kavalhuna served as executive director of flight operations at the Western Michigan University College of Aviation\, ranked among the top six aviation programs in the world according to Study International. \nPresident Kavalhuna’s leadership vision is rooted in access\, purpose and impact—values reflected in how Western empowers students to pursue a holistic\, experience-driven education that prepares them for meaningful careers and fulfilled lives. \nHe takes the reins at Western in a pivotal period—for the University\, for the higher education sector\, and for the communities colleges and universities serve. Amid ongoing debates about the value of higher education\, he is a clear and passionate advocate for its transformative power. As co-chair of the Growing Michigan Together Council’s Higher Education Workgroup\, appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer\, President Kavalhuna helped shape state strategies to expand educational attainment and retain Michigan talent. \nBroadly recognized for his thought leadership\, he is frequently sought out at both the state and national levels to contribute to policy efforts in higher education and workforce development. In addition to co-chairing a Growing Michigan Together Council Workgroup\, he has served governors of both major parties on boards focused on education\, labor and aviation. He currently serves on the Michigan Workforce Development Board and the Michigan Aeronautics Commission. \nPresident Kavalhuna’s principled leadership in aviation\, law and academia additionally earned him a selection in 2016 by U.S. Presidents William J. Clinton and George W. Bush into the second class of their Presidential Leadership Scholars program—a program that continues to this day—enhancing his personal and professional leadership through interactions with former presidents\, key administration officials\, leading academics\, and business and civic leaders. \nHe holds a Bachelor of Science in aviation science from WMU and a Juris Doctor from Cooley Law School.
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LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49505
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SUMMARY:7.23.26 - Annual IKUS/Indian Trails Camp Picnic (Offsite-luncheon)
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 23rd Rotarians and guests will gather at Indian Trails Camp for our annual picnic! \nSince 1952\, the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids has partnered with Indian Trails Camp\, mentoring for at-risk high school students\, reduction of childhood hunger\, projects to reduce physical barriers for the disabled\, support for the elderly in need\, and educational scholarships. The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-23-26-annual-ikus-indian-trails-camp-picnic-offsite-luncheon/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Camp\, 0-1859 Lake Michigan Drive\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49534\, United States
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