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FULTON, NY – Rotarians in District 7150, Central New York, are seeking four outstanding young professional or businessmen or women to visit India in January and February 2008 as part of a Group Study Exchange of Rotary International.
The dates for the exchange are from Jan. 27 to Feb. 26, 2008.
The purpose of a Group Study Exchange is to promote international understanding and goodwill through person-to-person contact. The awards involve a four-week visit to the beautiful south western area of India, during which the team members share personal knowledge of their own country and experience the customs, vocations, and lifestyles of another.
While abroad, team members stay in Rotarian homes and have the opportunity to meet their professional counterparts. They also give presentations to Rotary clubs and other groups about their home country. The Rotary Foundation pays for the cost of transportation and accommodations. Only incidental expenses and gifts are the responsibility of the team members.
Anyone interested in applying should be employed full-time in a recognized business or profession. Young professionals ages 25 to 40 are encouraged to apply. Applicants must live or be employed in Rotary District 7150, which includes all of the counties of Cayuga, Onondaga, Oswego, Madison, and Herkimer.
For an application, those interested can contact a member of your local Rotary Club, check the Rotary District 7150 website, http://www.rotarydistrict7150.org/GSE-07_India.htm, or contact District 7150 GSE Chairman, Richard Kemmis, at (315) 592-4486. Application must be made by Nov. 21.
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