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Dear Supporters of Eastern Michigan University, On behalf of our student-athletes, coaches and staff, thank you for taking interest in our new Eagles Pride giving program and learning how you can help EMU Athletics ascend to even greater heights. We are determined to become a source of pride for Eastern Michigan University and want to engage generous partners who believe in making a positive impact on our student-athletes’ lives.

We are dedicated to teaching life lessons to our student-athletes and giving them an opportunity for academic, competitive and personal success. Whether you are a long-time supporter or first-time donor, your investment in these young leaders, the Block E and the future of EMU Athletics is vital. From academic excellence, to enhanced facilities, talented coaches and exceptional student-athlete opportunities, we are focused on strengthening all aspects of our program.

When you make a contribution to EMU Athletics, you become part of our team, culture, family and vision. Thank you for your loyal support.

Heather LykeVice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics

A L E T T E R F R O M T H E D I R E C TO R O F AT H L E T I C S

MissionEagles Pride is the newly created fundraising arm of the Eastern Michigan University Department of Athletics. Eagles Pride is dedicated to providing financial support for the educational, personal and athletic enhancement of more than 500 EMU student-athletes in 21 varsity sports. At the same time, we will focus on providing superior customer service to our fans, alumni and donors.

ImportanceEMU Athletics is often the window through which the entire University is viewed and many times considered the front porch of the institution. The successes and accomplishments of our athletic programs serve as a tremendous recruiting tool for enrollment and a catalyst for philanthropy to all areas of EMU.

ImpactAs a member of Eagles Pride you will be a difference maker for EMU student-athletes and their goals on the field, in the classroom and in their lives after EMU. In the pages ahead you will find our levels of giving, areas of impact, ways to give, associated benefits and more. Your investment is Eagles Pride!

*Premium seating for EMU Football, Men’s Basketball and Women’s Basketball requires Eagles Pride or respective sports specific giving.

Five Reasons to Join• Positively impact the lives of more than 500 EMU student-athletes

• Elevate the competitiveness of EMU Athletics among the MAC

• Access the best seats in Rynearson Stadium and the Convocation Center

• Enhance the profile of Eastern Michigan University

• Tax Deductible

W H A T I S E A G L E S P R I D E ?

Giving to Eagles Pr ide supports more than 500 student-athletes in 21 vars ity sports through:

• Academic Support• Faci l i ty Enhancements• Equipment Upgrades• Technology Advancements

• Strength & Condit ioning• Athlet ic Training & Nutrit ion• Travel Assistance• Other essential budget rel ieving expenses

E - $100 - $499

A - $500 - $1,499

G - $1,500 - $2,499

L - $2,500 - $4,999

E - $5,000 - $9,999

S - $10,000+

Eagles Pride Fund

Sport Specific

Capital Projects

Program Endowments

Scholarships

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Debit Card(Auto Debit Available)

Payroll Deduction(EMU Employees Only)

Stock Transfer

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Tax Deduction (Consult with your Tax Professional)

Athletic Update Email from Director of Athletics Heather Lyke

Recognition on EMUEagles.com Athletic Website

Autographed team photo (team of your choice)

Eagles Pride lapel pin

Option to purchase 2 tickets to Eagles Pride Suite (Football) *Gift must be to EMU Football or Eagles Pride

VIP Parking for EMU Football and Mens Basketball games (Home) * With purchase of season ticket

Invitation for 2 to the 2014 EMU Football Kick-Off Luncheon

Invitation for 2 to the 2014 Party in the Paint luncheon for Men’s and Women’s Basketball

Special selected gift from EMU Athletics

Invitation for 2 to AD suite for selected Men’s or Women’s Basketball game

Invitation for 2 to Scholar-Athlete Banquet

All-Sport Pass (general admission passes for 2 – home games only)

In-game recognition (Football or Basketball) On Field and On Court

Option to purchase 4 tickets to Eagles Pride Suite (Football) *Gift must be to EMU Football or Eagles Pride

Dinner for 2 with Director of Athletics Heather Lyke and Head Coach of your choice

Option to purchase 6 tickets to Eagles Pride Suite (Football)*Gift must be to EMU Football or Eagles Pride

Invitation for 2 to accompany Football or Basketball team for select away game

Eagles Pride decal

Experience the Excellence - EMU Football. You and a guest will be granted "behind the scenes" access with EMU Staff as we prepare on game-day. Your day will include sideline passes for the game.

EAGLES PRIDE BENEFITS CHART Eagle$100-$499

All-American$500-$1,499

Green & White$1,500-$2,499

Leadership$2,500-$4,999

Excellence$5,000-$9,999

Signature$10,000+

All Eagles Pride members receive post-season ticket priority based on giving, beginning with the Signature Level.

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Community Service Hours

Student-Athletes named Academic All-MAC

Student-Athletes were First Team All-MAC

Consecutive MAC Championships for Men’s Cross Country

Cumulative GPA for all student-athletes

Student-Athletes obtained a 3.0 GPA or greater

MAC Players of the Year (Angela Vultaggio, W. Soccer and Emily Dzik, W. Soccer)

MAC Coach of the Year Awards (John Goodridge, M. Cross Country and Scott Hall, W. Soccer)

E A G L E S P R I D E P R E M I U M S E A T I N G

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us Close The Gap!” –

Chris Creighton

Head Football Coach

Eagles Pride Suite 2 $1,500 $150 per seat

Eagles Pride Suite 4 $5,000 $150 per seat

Eagles Pride Suite 6 $10,000 $150 per seat

Reserved Chair Back 1 $200 $100 per seat

E A G L E S P R I D E P R E M I U M S E A T I N G

2 0 1 4 H O M E F O O T B A L L S C H E D U L E

The Eagles Pride Suite and Reserved Chair Back seats provide you the best seats at Rynearson Stadium adjacent to the 50-yard line. There are only 44 seats available in the Eagles Pride Suite. For more information, please call the Athletic Development Office at 734.487.8236.

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B A S K E T B A L L P R E M I U M S E A T I N G

Floor seats are available for the 2014-15 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Season. Get the best seats in the house by calling 734.487.8236 and support EMU Basketball. Benefits of floor seating include:• VIP Parking at Convocation Center for each Men’s or Women’s game• Personalized Eagles Pride Lanyard• Invitation for two to “Party in the Paint” Event

$500 donation to EMU Men’s Basketball

per floor seat *season ticket purchase required

$100 donation to EMU Women’s Basketball

per floor seat *season ticket purchase required

2 0 1 3 - 1 4 E M U B A S K E T B A L L H I G H L I G H T S

MEN’S BASKETBALL• Won 22 games, most since the 1996-97 season• Earned their first post-season berth since 1997-98• Advanced to the MAC Tournament Semifinals • Da’Shonte Riley Named MAC Defensive Player of the Year• Daylen Harrison was one of five to make the Academic All-MAC Team• Head Coach Rob Murphy was a Ben Jobe Award Finalist

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL• Won 10 more games than 2012-13• Top 20 Most Improved Division I Program• Cha Sweeney named MAC Freshman of the Year• Cha Sweeney shattered the All-Time EMU Freshman Scoring Record • Janay Morton named to MAC All-Freshman Team• No. 1 seed in East Region of the Women’s Basketball Invitational

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DAN McLEAN

PHONE- 734.487.8236

EMAIL- dan.mclean@emich.edu

Associate Athletic Director for Development

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