The Team
November 23, 2010
African University Foundation
William Agbor Baiyee , PhD,
Chairman and Founder
Dr.
William Agbor
Baiyee
emigrated from Cameroon to the United States after high school. He is an academic administrator at Indiana University School of Medicine, Indian
apolis. Faith
and philanthropy are
important to him. He enjoys reading and writing poetry. Dr. Baiyee
is involved with s
everal
local and national civic and professional org
anizations
including membership in the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
David Williams Russell, Esq.
, Vice Chairman
David
is
David
is
a transactions and securities law
yer handling complex matters (including dispute
resolution) in the U.S. and abroad
at Harrison and Moberly.
David also se
rves on the advisory board
of the Supply Chain & Global Management Academy of the Kelley M.B.A. program at Indiana University, and holds a federal appointment as Chairman of the
Indiana District Export Counsel.
Fun Fact:
David is a published poet.
Cathy Dav
is,
Treasurer
Cathy
Davis is a Staff Accountant at the Central Indiana Community Foundation. Cathy also serves on the Board of Directors of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Board of Directors and is actively involved with several civic organizations. Cathy sees African University as an excellent opportunity to provide students in Africa an opportunity to acquire an integrated experiential education to become leaders.
Schmidt Associates Team
Wayne Schmidt, Hon. D., FAIA
On July 4, 1976, Wayne celebrated his own “Independence Day” by opening a one-man architectural office. Armed with his undergraduate degree and $800 in savings, he launched into the world of business. Today, he serves as CEO/Principal of that firm—now one of the largest full-service architectural/engineering firms in the state. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Fun Fact:
Known for his red hat and distinctive ties
Sarah Hempstead, AIA, LEED AP
Although Sarah considered engineering in college, the creativity of architecture was a stronger draw. As a Principal and architect, she leads both the university and urban environment studios. Whether it’s on a college campus or in a downtown setting, she recognizes that architecture makes a strong impact, presenting the opportunity to enrich people’s lives. She is a member of the Rotary Club of Indianapolis.
Fun Fact:
Backpacked from Egypt to Ireland in 1997
Corrie Meyer, AICP, RLA, LEED AP
As
an Urban Planner and Landscape Architect, Corrie enjoys working with motivated communities to turn their world around physically, economically, and emotionally. She believes that planning is a tool that successfully leads us into the future. The key is to plan for necessity, comfort, and the environment.
Fun Fact:
Climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa in 2005
Martin Sams, LEEP AP
Fun Fac
ts:
Enjoys reading and ancient Roman and Greek literature. Also, he thinks the word ‘waffle’ is the most fun to say.
Dr. William Agbor-Baiyee and Sarah Hempstead—two of the seven people from Indianapolis who made the trip to Tali in December—will be the guest speakers at ...
Indianapolis Rotary ClubTuesday, July 19 at NoonScottish Rite Cathedral650 N. Meridian StreetIndianapolis, Indiana
The presentation will highlight the vision of African University, and will give you a flavor of their exhilarating and challenging visit to the remote rainforest that will be African University’s home. Guests are welcome at the Indianapolis Rotary Club presentation. You can choose the soup and salad buffet for $13 or the full buffet for $15. To make a reservation (preferably by Friday, July 15) call 317.631.3733 or email dsedberry@indyrotary.org.
