Co-President’s Message 2 I AM YOUR NEWLY ELECTED co-president of RAPS. I am not retired from Portland State, but joined RAPS in 2011 because my spouse became a member upon retiring from PSU. You may not be aware that RAPS is inclusive in eligibility requirements. In addition to the obvious category, retired PSU personnel, RAPS accepts the following as members: current personnel age 55 or over; spouses, domestic partners, widows or For continuing vitality of RAPS, we need a stream of new members stepping in to help out with the following committees: Awards, History Preservation, Membership, Program, Scholarship, and Social. In addition RAPS has at-large positions on the Board. Please consider the possibility that you might join the set of volunteers who make RAPS the well-functioning organization we all enjoy. My own progression through RAPS can serve as an example. I joined when my spouse and I retired because I knew a number of RAPS members and I wanted to enjoy the benefits of hanging out with a set of retired academic folks. I became aware of the need for new volunteers, and started out slowly, as a member, then chair of the Awards Committee. Attending board meetings in that role gave me a view of what was involved being an actual member of the Board. When asked last spring I agreed to be a candidate for the copresident position. I encourage you to get involved in this organization. —Steve Brennan widowers of any of the above; and retired personnel from other accredited colleges and universities. Additionally, we encourage newly retired PSU faculty to join RAPS by offering them a free membership for the year after they retire. We have a core group of members who plan for and present events throughout the year. We also have had a series of dedicated, hardworking office managers over the years. RAPS does not appear to have many younger, new members stepping up to fill positions on our committees and our board. Get involved in RAPS—an inclusive organization Five reasons to join RAPS in Portugal! Book by April 3 and save $100! October 3 to 12, 2020 $3,649 per person, double occupancy To learn more, please contact: Larry Sawyer, 503-771-1616 or larry_sawyer@comcast.net ONE—Lisbon: You won’t forget the sunset from Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Alfama District, the city’s oldest, remains a labyrinth of narrow streets and small squares. TWO—Portuguese Riviera: White sandy beaches, knock-out views, brightly colored buildings and whitewashed façades—you’ll find them in Cascais and Estoril. THREE—The Countryside: We’ll visit Arraiolos, known as the “village of rugs,” and Evora, the “museum city of Portugal.” In Algarve, the southernmost region of Portugal, you’ll enjoy the views from the village of Monsaraz. FOUR—Don’t forget Madeira! An optional extension to our trip, Madeira is an island full of culture, charming villages, and delectable food that complements a strong Madeira wine. FIVE—Part of your fare supports the RAPS Scholarship! Lisbon at night
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