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WHY I AM A ROTARIAN: FEDERICO COMPEAN III
SEPTEMBER 30, 2007
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I’m a Rotarian because of very fond memories. Rotary reminds me of my Grand Father who was a charter member of the San Luis Potosi RC in 1925 and District Governor in 1943/1944 and was a roll model for me.

It brings my youth up front as I remember going with my Father to International Conventions, District Conferences, parties and Club meetings.

The first time I spoke in public, was to my fathers RC at our return from the International Convention on November 13th, 1957 I was seven. My Father was also District Governor, 50 years after my Grand Father in 1993/1994

I’m a Rotarian, because most of my friends are Rotarians, because Rotary has been a University for me. It has taught me to listen instead of just hearing, to communicate instead of just talking, to coordinate instead of leading, it has taught me the greatness of some and the humility of others. It has taught me to be a good person.

I’m a Rotarian because I like to serve and help people, and Rotary gives me the opportunity to do so in an organized and international manner.

I’m a Rotarian, because I’m VERY proud of what we do.


Fredy
Federico Compean III
PDG 90/91 D-413
San Luis Potosi Industrial RC
District 4130
MEXICO
 

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