New post from Rowan WO1P – RI Section Youth Coordinator (RI-SYC)
Calling all Rhode Island youth!
Are you interested in STEM, want to learn more about leadership opportunities in your community, and grow your communication skills? Then you have found the right place. My name is Rowan, WO1P, and I am the new Section Youth Coordinator (SYC) for the Rhode Island ARRL section. For the last two years, I have worked with my local community and university to encourage youth engagement in amateur radio. Since moving to Rhode Island earlier this year, I have been determined to continue my efforts in our beautiful ocean state that I now call home.
Goals of my appointment:
I have four primary goals for my appointment as SYC.
- Get Rhode Island school districts and universities on the air through School Club Roundup and the Collegiate QSO Party hosted by the ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Program.
- Expand and support Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA) participation.
- Learn more about amateur radio, network with hams around the New England Division, and encourage outreach for youth throughout Rhode Island.
- Communicate the needs of Rhode Island youth and their mentors to the section and larger ARRL organization.
How to get involved:
Being an active participant in the community has been one of the most rewarding aspects of being a ham. I encourage everyone to attend club meetings and events, ham fests, and demonstrations seen throughout the state.
ARRL Northeast Division HamXposition:
Attending this year’s HamXposition? Come meet the Rhode Island section organization! We have a meet and greet from 4-5pm on August 24th. Hope to see you there,
Contact me:
As SYC, one of the most important aspects of my role is effectively communicating the needs and concerns of the Rhode Island amateur radio community to the right individuals. Whether you are a college student trying to start an amateur radio club on campus, Scout leadership looking to expand opportunities for your troop, or an interested member of our community, I want to be available to help in the best way I can. A great way to reach me directly is through my email, [email protected] This is my amateur radio dedicated email that I check frequently to best serve the Rhode Island section. Please feel free to reach out, I would be happy to help.
Interest form:
Want to bring amateur radio to youth in your local community? Need help from the SYC?
Fill out my interest form and I will work with you to help bring amateur radio opportunities to your part of the state.
73, Rowan WO1P – RI Section Youth Coordinator (RI-SYC)