Miami Ohio University Athletics
Miami Student-Athletes Give Back in a Big Way
11/13/2017 12:00:00 AM | General
For a fifth consecutive year, student-athletes at Miami University are not waiting until they graduate to give back to their alma mater; they're doing it now. Miami is the first FBS institution to accomplish five consecutive years of 100-percent giving among its student-athletes.
Miami announced that once again, 100-percent of current student-athletes have made a financial gift to the Red & White Club, through an initiative called "Committed Champions." The idea, which originated with Miami's RedHawk Council, a student-athlete advisory council, is to encourage student-athletes to show their support of Miami Athletics, the University and their fellow RedHawks.
"What a powerful statement made by our student-athletes," said Paul Bland, Director of the Red & White Club. "They believe in themselves and value the power behind their Miami education and experience that is but for the scholarship assistance they receive. To come together to pay it forward for those that will follow in their footsteps demonstrates the quality of student-athletes that we have at this outstanding university. We now have a group that has given back every year of their undergraduate careers, and that speaks to the leadership of our RedHawk Council. We hope their philanthropy sends a message to the Red & White faithful that there is power in participation and gifts of any size make a difference."
Any gifts made to the University through the Red & White Club support scholarships for current Miami student-athletes.
"It is extremely refreshing to work with student-athletes who value their opportunities and are grateful for the support at this wonderful institution," said Jennie Gilbert, Associate AD - Senior Women's Administrator. "This commitment to the university and the support of their Miami family members exemplifies Love and Honor."
To get involved with the Red & White Club call (513) 529-8097 or click HERE.
