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SUMMARY:Monthly Club Meeting Tuesday September 9th - Nikhil Srivalsan Guest Speaker
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our monthly meet-ups!  They’re the perfect opportunity for members to connect\, share stories\, and gain insights from top-notch guest speakers who delve into today’s most compelling topics. Join us in person or hop on Zoom—either way\, it’s an energizing experience you’ll want to be part of! \nDate:  Tuesday\, September 9th\, 2025 \nLocation: Limerick’s Traditional Pub\, 7304 Macleod Trail\, Calgary\, Alberta\, on the main floor (private meeting room). \nParking:  Free parking is available at the back of the restaurant. \n5:00 PM – 7 PM – Dinner and drinks available anytime after 5 PM.  To view the Limericks menu – CLICK HERE \n\nTuesday food and drink specials include a AAA Steak Sandwich for $12.99 and local YYC draught beer (18 oz) for $7.25.  Happy/Appy Hour from 2 PM to 6 PM.\n\n5:00 PM – 7 PM – Dinner and drinks available anytime after 5 PM. \n7 PM – 8:30 PM – Member Meeting (agenda to be provided in advance) \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting at 7 PM:  \n\n8:30 PM to ??? – Socializing after the meeting \nGuest Speaker – Nikhil Srivalsan:  Biomedical Sciences Student | Health Equity Advocate | Social Entrepreneur | Avenue Magazine’s “2025 Top 20 Under 20 Winner” | 2021 AMS&NW District Scholarship Contest 3rd Place Winner \n\nNikhil Srivalsan is a biomedical sciences student at the University of Calgary\, passionate about advancing health sustainability and reducing inequities through research and civic engagement. With a strong interest in bioinformatics and computational biology\, he aims to help transform healthcare into a more patient-centered\, data-driven system.  Beyond academics\, Nikhil is deeply involved in mentorship\, community outreach\, and leadership. He volunteers with organizations such as Woods Home for Foster Children\, supports seniors in long-term care\, and tutors marginalized students through Connect Tutoring.  He also conducts independent research in liver cancer and stroke\, and co-founded the UCalgary chapter of Kiva to promote social entrepreneurship through microfinancing.\n\n\nWhether hosting podcasts with notable alumni or leading fundraising initiatives\, Nikhil grounds his work in service and impact.  His long-term goal is to uplift underserved communities while continuously growing as a changemaker.\n\nDiscussion Topic – He will share how his experience in the Optimist Club of Calgary Oratorical Contest for several years helped shape his preparation for a future career. He will also offer insights into his current career plans and highlight the projects he is actively working on. \n \n   \n 
URL:https://optimistyyc.org/event/2025-september-monthly-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Limericks Traditional Public House\, 7304 Macleod Trail\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 0L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member activities,Member meetings,Social Activity
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