General Meeting: Indiana University Natatorium - Indianapolis

All are invited to the May General Meeting of the Indianapolis Ambassadors at the Indiana University Natatorium – Indianapolis.

President Michele Feld will be moderating a panel discussion about the "Nat". The panelists are:

• Ed Merkling is the Natatorium Director; Ed has been at the Nat 30+ years in various roles.

• Peter Bick is a professional swimming & diving photographer based in Indy who is retired from Lilly. He has been the official photographer for a number of swimming organizations and most recently for the publication Swimming World. He is renowned in the swimming community and is typically at all the major championships including Olympic Trials, NCAA National Championships, USA Swimming National Championships, IHSAA State Championships, etc.

• Arlene McDonald: I have worn a lot of hats but am currently the Event Coordinator at the IU Natatorium and have served as the Meet Director for the last five Olympic Trials - 4 in Omaha, Nebraska; and 1 in Indy at Lucas Oil Stadium.

The “Nat” is the largest indoor aquatic facility in the United States with a seating capacity of 4,700 and has hosted events ranging from high school meets to national level meets such as the Olympic Trials. Over 100,000 competitive swimmers and fans frequent the IU Natatorium annually.

Originally built in 1982, the IU Natatorium recently underwent a $20 million renovation, upgrading nearly every aspect of the facility. These enhancements ensure it remains a premier aquatic destination for years to come. Come learn about the vital role that volunteers play in events hosted by at the IU Natatorium.

Afterward, the group is invited to join up for refreshments for our 'Out After' at Big Woods Speedway