The Georgia Rotary Student Program (GRSP) celebrated a successful Conclave 2025, held August 15–17 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel in Athens. The weekend featured 36 international students (with two on the way to Georgia) representing 22 countries and 23 colleges and universities across Georgia, each beginning a year of cultural exchange, leadership development, and Rotary’s philosophy of Service Above Self. Eighty-five Rotary Clubs across Georgia are investing in this mission, welcoming scholars into their communities and supporting GRSP’s vision of “promoting peace through understanding.”
Throughout the weekend, scholars introduced themselves, their host families, and GRSP Trustees, while participating in sessions on expectations and legal responsibilities. They proudly represented their home countries in the Parade of Nations and showcased their talents during the Cabaret through songs, dances, and skits—culminating with the GRSP Peace Anthem. Next, scholars will travel to Columbus September 19-21 for the Tony Wright Memorial GRSP Weekend, hosted by area clubs. Looking ahead, Rotarians, alumni, and friends are encouraged to mark their calendars for Conclave 2026 in Savannah, Ga., August 21–23, 2026.