Timofey Malakhov

Activities/Hobbies: I am a captain of FIRST Robotics, a member of National Honor Society, am building a five-octave pipe organ with Tristan Lund, and I love art and woodworking of all sorts.

Awards: I received a rating of “superior” on my dream catcher in the Minnesota State High School League’s Visual Arts Festival 2013. I have also been one of several winners in both Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen essays 2008-2009. I have received the Magnum Opus and Best of Show in Chalk Pastel Flowers at AHS art exhibit, and the Magnum Opus and Best of Show in Dream Catchers at the Austin High School art exhibit.

Thoughts on education: I am very grateful to be a student in such an excellent school and am fortunate to be able to take concurrent Riverland classes to challenge myself academically. The students and teachers at AHS are amazing and the diversity of extracurricular programs allows everyone to find an activity they love to participate in.

Future plans: I plan to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison and major in biomedical engineering. Hopefully I can make a difference in the world in my own small way *cough* world domination *cough.* Go Badgers!

Thoughts on Rotary: To be a part of the Rotary Club for the month of December has been a tremendous honor. I have met many interesting people who give more to the community than I can imagine, and I hope to one day join them in supporting the Four-Way Test and my community.

William Bartemes

Activities/Hobbies: I am involved with the Austin Cross Country, Austin Science Olympiad, Austin Knowledge Bowl, and Austin FIRST Robotics.

Awards/Recognition: I have received the 2014 second place Dr. Joseph Kise Award at Minnesota Boys State, the 2014 second place for Round Robin/ Austin Knowledge Bowl Team (last school year).

Thoughts on your educational experience so far: I’m glad to be at Austin High School, which gives me so many more opportunities to apply myself to more rigorous courses.

Plans for the future: I plan to attend the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and pursue a degree in biochemistry.

Thoughts about your experience with Rotary Club: It was a great experience to meet so many caring and involved citizens. It really made me want to go out and do something.