Roswell Rotarians voted this past Thursday to fill three positions on the club’s board of directors.
Elizabeth Michael and Steve Smith begin their board terms on March 16; Dan Girand will begin serving on July 1.
The new directors are (from left) Smith, Michael, and Girand.
Barbara Gomez, executive director of MainStreet Roswell, will speak to the Roswell Rotary Club this Thursday.
Gomez has served as MainStreet Roswell executive director since Aug. 1.
She said the downtown corridor included in MainStreet Roswell encompasses Main Street from Eighth Street to McGaffey, going north and south; Richardson Avenue and Virginia going east and west.
Prior to being selected as MainStreet Roswell director, Gomez worked for Frontier Medical Home Care for 12 years.
Roswell Rotarians will be able to fill three positions on the club’s board of directors this Thursday.
Two board positions are open now and the third position will be open on July 1.
Candidates for the positions are Dan Girand, Elizabeth Michael, and Steve Smith.
Anissa Johnson, a medical student at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine in Las Cruces, will speak Thursday about the importance of a well-balanced diet and healthy living.
“As we all know, what we eat has a direct impact on our overall health and well-being,” she said. “A well-balanced diet can provide us with the nutrients we need to maintain good health, boost our energy levels, and even help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
“On the other hand, an unhealthy diet can lead to a host of health problems, including obesity, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels,” Johnson said.
“To help you make the most of your diet, I will be discussing the different food groups, including fruits and vegetables, whole grains, proteins, and healthy fats.”
She said, “I also will talk about the risks and benefits of consuming too much of these food groups and provide strategies on how to make healthier food choices. In addition to diet, there are many other healthy living choices that can help support our overall well-being.
“I also will be discussing these choices, including regular physical activity, adequate sleep, stress management, and more. So, whether you're looking to improve your overall health, prevent chronic diseases, or simply feel your best, this presentation has something for everyone,” she said
Johnson is an aspiring physician with a passion for internal medicine, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
Born and raised in Valencia, Calif., she has had a longtime interest in science and medicine, which led her to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Premedical Sciences at Hofstra University.
During her undergraduate studies, she gained experience volunteering at local hospitals, which solidified her interest in a career in medicine.
After graduating, she continued to pursue her dream by enrolling in Burrell College. Her interest in internal medicine grew during rotations, where she found the complex and challenging nature of the specialty particularly rewarding.
Additionally, she dedicated time outside of her studies to learn more about nutrition and its impact on health, developing a strong interest in nutrition and its role in promoting health and preventing chronic diseases.
Club Anniversaries
• Eddie David — 38 years on Feb. 1
• Danny Fulkerson — 34 years on Feb. 1
• Jim Gill — 25 years on Feb. 13
• Edward Heldenbrand — 25 years on Feb. 13
• Oscar Armendariz — 3 years on Feb. 14
• Chris Stokes — 10 years on Feb. 16
• Phelps Anderson — 21 years on Feb. 22
Birthdays
• Beau Perez — Feb. 2
• Barry Stone — Feb. 2
• Hess Yntema — Feb. 10
Marriage Anniversaries
• Richard Madison — 54 years on Feb. 2
• Jason Perry — 27 years on Feb. 3
• Jack Swickard — 55 years on Feb. 10
• Richard Rhoads — 45 years on Feb. 26
