Gator K-Munication University of Florida Circle K International Volume 13, Issue 7
Table of Contents
Table of Contents 2 Table of Contents 3 Monthly Welcome 4-6 Member Spotlight 7-9 K-Fam Relations 10- 11 DCON 12 -20 January Recap 21 Picture of the Month 22 - 23 Shout Outs
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Hey besties, Welcome back to a new semester! We've already had a very busy first month, and there is so much more in store throughout the spring semester. This issue is perfect for new members, with informative contributions from our KiwanisFamily Relations chair and District Conventions chair. I hope you guys enjoy it! Gator K-Munication
Monthly Welcome
Monthly Welcome "Hello everyone! My name is Shanyn Thompson, and I am one of your Kiwanis-Family Relations chairs for the 2021-2022 year. I hope you all had a great winter break and an easy start to the semester! We had an amazing fall semester as a club, and I can’t wait to see what we all can accomplish this spring. As some of you may know, I am graduating in May. It’s going to be super sad to leave this great organization, but I look forward to making some lasting memories with you all over the next few months. Now, without further ado, enjoy the newsletter (and keep an eye out for a special article on what the heck Kiwanis-Family Relations even is)!"
Here are some movies that Shanyn recommends! Free Solo (2018) Mean Girls (2004) LaLa Land (2016) Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) Mamma Mia! (2008)
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Member Spotlight
New Member Spotlight
Nicholas Herrera
Nicholas is a third-year student who joined our CKI family this semester. He heard about CKI from his past Key Club chapter, but he did not have the opportunity to join a CKI chapter in community college. So far, his favorite CKI memory is "Boba Social! It means a lot that the social chairs and the rest of E-board put thought into the events that surround CKI and that we have the chance to kick back and network in a positive environment." Fast Facts: Major: Construction Management Favorite Tenet: Service Hobbies: "Gaming or hanging out with friends is always nice." Page 4
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Member Spotlight
Returning Member Spotlight
Deanna Kreinbring Deanna is a fourth-year student who is currently serving as the Florida Circle K District Secretary. CKI has been an important portion of her time here at UF, so I've decided to make her responses Q&A style! What keeps you coming back to CKI? "The impactful service and friendships I have built over the last four years keep me coming back. I love how welcoming everyone is and that no matter your major or background, there's something for everyone to enjoy."
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Member Spotlight
Favorite CKI memory? "My first Trick or Treat for the Homeless was definitely my favorite CKI memory. It was such a fun and rewarding experience collecting hundreds of non-perishables to donate to St. Francis. I went to Goodwill and threw an outfit together the day of the event so I ended up as a tourist. Seeing the community come together for a common goal was so cool and made we want to participate in the event every year." Reflect on your time in the club. "UF CKI really became my second family. I couldn't imagine my college experience without the club and don't think I would be nearly as successful without my friends' support. I've held a few different leadership positions, but being a member will always be my favorite." What are you most excited for this year? "I'm super excited for banquet for this year! I really missed our traditions we had to adapt due to the pandemic." Fast Facts: Majors: Criminology and Business Favorite Tenet: Fellowship Hobbies: "I like to read, hike, and I’m trying to teach myself to crochet little cacti lol" Page 6
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K-Fam Relations
A Guide to Understanding the Kiwanis Family Contributor: Anagha Mundrathi
"Kiwanis Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, Circle K International, Aktion Club, and Kiwanis. Together we make up the 6 branches of the Kiwanis Family. Taking on an active role in the Kiwanis Family opens up our club to valuable resources, mentorship, guidance, and the opportunity to work with people outside of our own club. Planning joint events and service projects, attending joint meetings and socials allows our members to form meaningful connections and bring awareness to our organization. In light of the devastating impacts of the pandemic on our organization’s numbers, it’s more important than ever to broaden not only our impacts on our community but to widen our reach and increase club strength. Below you will find information on each of the branches of the Kiwanis Family and links to their corresponding websites where you can find resources to plan events. If you think of a fun or creative idea for a Kiwanis Family Relations project, please email us at ufcki.kfam@gmail.com or come talk to Shanyn and me in person."
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K-Fam Relations
Kiwanis Kids is the elementary school level service organization of Kiwanis and works with "student leaders" to make up the world's largest global elementary service organization of over 42,000 members. Please visit https://kiwaniskids.org/en/KKids/Home.aspx for more information.
Builders Club is the middle school level service organization of Kiwanis and works with student leaders to develop leadership skills. Builders Club makes up the world's largest global middle school and junior high service organization with over 45,000 members. Please visit https://www.buildersclub.org/Home.aspx for more information.
Key Club is the high school level service organization of Kiwanis. Key Club is built on the pillars of leadership, character building, caring, and inclusiveness. Key Club makes up the world's largest global high school service organization with over 276,000 members. Please visit https://www.keyclub.org/ for more information.
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K-Fam Relations
Circle K International is the collegiate service organization of Kiwanis. CKI is built on service, leadership, and fellowship. CKI makes up the world's largest global student led collegiate service organization with over 13,000 members.
Please visit https://www.circlek.org/ for more information.
Aktion Club has over 12,000 members worldwide and is the only service organization for adults with disabilities.
Please visit https://aktionclub.org/Home.aspx for more information.
Kiwanis is an international club focused on service. Kiwanis has over 600,000 members spread across 80 countries. The Kiwanis Family is comprised of several Kiwanis Family Branches. Please visit https://www.kiwanis.org/home for more information.
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DCON
2022 DCON: Cyber-What? Contributor: Amber Morgan
"Want to celebrate all your achievements this year? Want to meet CKI members from all over the Florida District? Want to have a say in our District elections? Lastly, do you want to have a weekend full of fun, fellowship, and service? Then DCON is the event for you! But wait, what’s DCON? DCON stands for District Conventions. CKI members from all around the Florida District will meet for a weekend packed full of fun events from March 4th to the 6th."
2020 DCON
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DCON
"Beginning on Friday night, DCON starts with opening session followed by a fun fellowship activity to get to know one another. On Saturday, there will be a fun service project, the District Board elections at House of Delegates, informative and fun workshops, and more! At the end of the day, the District will celebrate all the achievements at the Closing Session. This year, the DCON theme is Cyberservice. The COVID-19 Pandemic has affected everyone in different ways, and this DCON we will celebrate what we have achieved despite the pandemic and look forward to the future of CKI as we recover from the effects of the pandemic. Where will this all take place? The Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach, FL. Every room has a beachfront view. The cost of a room is $119 with tax, but sharing a room will lower the cost. Interested in attending DCON? Learn more about it at floridacirclek.org/DCON. Registration is $75 dollars and includes a tshirt, 3 meals, and access to all our events! Please note room registration is done separately. If you have any questions, please email Conventions Chair Amber Morgan at conventions@floridacirclek.org. On behalf of the Florida District, you are invited to the 2022 Florida District Convention. We look forward to seeing you there!"
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January Recap
January Recap Springing into the new semester, we had tons of service, fellowship, and fundraising opportunities. Be on the lookout for even more events in the coming months!
January 12 - First GBM We had our first GBM of the Spring semester and were so excited to see so many new and returning members!
January 12 - Try-AGainesville-Restaurant After the meeting, we had dinner at La Tienda! Did y'all enjoy Kendall's chips?
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January 14 - Krishna Lunch We set up in Plaza of the Americas on this chilly Friday and enjoyed our warm Krishna chili!
January 15 - Alachua Conservation Trust We assisted the Alachua Conservation Trust by cleaning up debris on the property of Little Awesome Preserve. Volume 13, Issue 7
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January Recap
January 15 - Bob Ross Painting Later that day, we had our extremely popular Bob Ross Fundraiser! We followed along with Bob Ross-led instructional videos to create our masterpieces. Some members strayed beyond the realm of Bob Ross and painted abstract Spongebob paintings.
January 16 - Adopt-A-Street As always, we had our monthly Adopt-A-Street cleanup. Be sure to come out this Sunday (02/06) for our next Adopt-A-Street! Page 14
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January 16 - Pub Sub Social We went to Publix and bought Pub Subs for lunch after our service event. What's your favorite Pub Sub? (I'm a Boar's Head Turkey kind of girl.)
January 18 - Kanapaha Botanical Gardens We helped remove exotic species around the garden!
January 18 - Chalking We promoted CKI through a chalking session in popular areas around campus. Were you one of the members that shamed Adrian for drawing the "K" wrong?
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January Recap
January 19 - Gainesville Kiwanis Social We joined our local Kiwanians for dinner and socializing!
January 19 - 50/50 Bingo Our Philanthropy co-chairs, Chloe and Jenny, planned a 50/50 Bingo, with 50% of the funds going toward our Relay for Life team. Congratulations to Jenny for winning! Page 16
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January 20 - Cards for Kids We created motivational cards for hospitalized children across the country.
January 21 - Boba Social For the first boba social of 2022, we went to TeaStori! Be sure to join us for our February boba social on 02/13! January 22 - YMCA Our members braved the cold and spread mulch around outdoor play areas at the YMCA. A few members stayed inside and helped organize donations of clothes, toiletries, and other items.
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January 23 - Hoggetowne Medieval Faire We enjoyed a historical and fantastical afternoon with illegal burritos, Ye' Blooming Onion, and a shirtless man aggressively swinging our members on a barrel ride!
January 25 - Salvation Army We helped organize donated items in the Salvation Army Thrift Store.
January 25 - Pizookie Night We enjoyed Pizookies (pizza cookies) at BJ's restaurant!
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January 27 - Price is Right Our fundraising chairs hosted a Price is Right competition where we betted on the price of ~wacky~ goods! During his own event, Jason unfortunately lost Assassain because he forgot his spoon. :(
January 28 - Dog Toy Making We created dog toys from old t-shirts for a local dog shelter in Gainesville.
January 29 - Rock Climbing We climbed a 55-foot climbing wall at Lake Wauburg!
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January Recap
January 29 - Jungle Friends We assisted at this primate sanctuary by washing dishes. We also got to see some monkeys!
January 30 Operation Catnip We helped clean out the Humane Society of North Central Florida's pole barn. January 30 - Color-ASmile We colored pictures that will be distributed to senior citizens, troops overseas, and anyone in need of a smile! Page 20
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Picture of the Month
January Picture of the Month
"The average CKI member after living, loving, and serving." Thank you Jason for your submission!
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Shout Outs
Shout Outs Shout outs are a way to show your appreciation for literally anything inside or outside of CKI! Send in your shout outs to ufcki.org! Shout-out to all the new members that are showing up to events!! Shout out to everyone that's been tabling with us :) hold on to your spoon, julia… Shout out to everyone who contributed to the newsletter this month! - Alex shoutout to aidan for bringing this poor barista/school mascot a pizookie - material gorl Shout out to the shirtless guy that pushed us around in a barrel at the Medieval Faire Social in 40 degree weather. You are crazy my guy Destyni
Shout out to Amelia for making an appearance! Shout out to John from YMCA. King. Shout out to all our new members!! Welcome! :) - Destyni
shout out to all our new members! we love you :)
Shout out to the new board members! You guys are doing a great job!
shout out to my spoon; she's bruised, but she's still thriving!
Shout out to everyone who came to TeaStori
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Shout Outs
Shout out to everyone that feasted from the Ye' Ol' Blooming Onion. We are united forever - Destyni Shoutout to those that submitted funny pictures for the Picture of the Month!
shoutout to socials for all the fun events you guys have been planning :)
Shout out to my fellow assassins…
Shout out to Jenny and Chloe. Y'all are queens - Alex
Shout out to Johnny for being such a dedicated assassin. Even though you killed me, I am impressed by your resolve - Destyni shoutout to dennis for being at the medieval fair. i’m sorry we all acted weird and didn’t say hi… - Olivia
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shout out to johnny's cinematic masterpiece. i really enjoyed it Shout out to Ye Ol' Domino's Destyni shoutout to ye blooming onion
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