GREETINGS
What an exciting time to be a Kansas Jayhawk. Our studentathletes, coaches, staff and I greatly appreciate your dedication and on-going support. We could not reach our success in the classroom, on the field of play or have the opportunity to take the Gold overseas without you. With your support, we are not only providing our student-athletes with a world-class education and state-of-the-art facilities for competition, we are showcasing what Kansas has to offer to our collegiate competitors as well as visitors and fans from across the country. We are excited this year will bring the “Rules of Basket Ball” home to KU – as there is no place more fitting to house this legacy. This would not be possible without the support of our generous donors. Together, we continue to make great things happen that will impact generations of Jayhawks for years to come. Rock Chalk
Sheahon Zenger Athletics Director
WILLIAMS EDUCATION FUND 2016 MEMBERSHIP BROCHURE
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What Membership Supports
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By The Numbers
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Quest for 8,000 Members & Referral Program
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Membership Benefits
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Capital Projects & Facilities Upgrades
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Limestone Society
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Membership Levels & Priority Points
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How to Join
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Football Tickets & Parking
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Basketball Tickets & Parking
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Premium Seating
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Membership Programs
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Compliance
IMPORTANT DATES
MAR 1 2016 FUND DRIVE BEGINS
OUR MISSION The Williams Education Fund generates financial support for all University of Kansas student-athletes with a responsibility to facilitate, promote, and enhance academic and athletic experiences.
OUR HISTORY The Williams Education Fund was originally founded as the Outland Club by Dick, Skipper and Odd Williams in 1949. In 1973, the Outland Club became known as the Williams Education Fund to honor the Williams family for its commitment to Kansas Athletics.
2016 WILLIAMS FUND GOALS NEW In 2016, the Williams Education Fund has established a goal of raising $19.5 million in support of 500+ student-athletes through the WEF Unrestricted and Scholarship funds. In order to reach this goal, it will take the support of Jayhawks from around the world as we strive to build the Williams Fund to 8,000 members strong.
APR 15 FOOTBALL SEASON TICKET DEADLINE
FOOTBALL SELECT-A-SEAT
may 9-13
july 1 BASKETBALL SEASON TICKET DEADLINE
OLYMPIC SPORT SELECT-A-SEAT DATES (conducted by phone) BASKETBALL SELECT-A-SEAT
aug 15-19
JULY 1
SOCCER
JAN 92017
AUG 1
VOLLEYBALL
Mar1
AUG 22
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
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BASEBALL SOFTBALL 2016 FUND DRIVE CONCLUDES (Pledge payments due)
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IN 2016, KANSAS ATHLETICS WILL HAVE AN OPERATING BUDGET OF OVER $83 MILLION. As the cost of education continues to rise, travel and facility costs increase, our need for private support is crucial. This year, one student-athlete may receive up to $78,122 in academic and athletics support. By investing in the Williams Fund, you give Jayhawk student-athletes the opportunity to be champions in the classroom while competing at the highest levels in the sport they love.
STUDENT-ATHLETE ANNUAL INVESTMENT
$200,000
DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
$400 per student-athlete
$200,000 STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
$400 per student-athlete
$600,000 ACADEMIC SUPPORT
$1,200 per student-athlete
$1,300,000 HEALTH & WELLNESS
$2,600 per student-athlete
$4,900,000 SPORT OPERATING EXPENSES
$9,800 per student-athlete
$5,700,000
REVENUE SOURCES NCAA & Conference Distributions
$28,000,000
WEF Contributions
$19,500,000
Ticket Sales
$18,900,000
Game Guarantees Institutional Support
TEAM TRAVEL
Student Fees
$11,400 per student-athlete
Investment Income
$7,100,000 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE & DEBT SERVICE
$14,200 per student-athlete
$12,300,000 GRANTS-IN-AID
In-State: $23,276 Out-of-State: $38,122
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Royalties/Sponsorships
$600,000 $1,400,000 $300,000 $1,100,000 $10,500,000
Concessions/Merchandise/Events
$1,000,000
Other
$1,800,000
TOTAL OPERATIONAL REVENUES*
$83,100,000 *Operational Revenues represents sources available to fund current year expenditures. Does not include long-term or restricted contributions, unrealized investment earnings, or other non-cash revenues.
BASKETBALL
WHAT MEMBERSHIP SUPPORTS
“I came to Kansas to compete at the highest level and to get a great education. Thanks to all of those who donate to the Williams Fund for providing me with this amazing experience! Rock Chalk!”
CARLTON BRAGG, JR. Freshman Cleveland, Ohio
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Fund to 8,000 members, we will provide our current and future Jayhawk student-athletes with increased scholarship opportunities and the resources necessary to be champions on-and-off the field of play.
REFERRAL PROGRAM No matter where you chant “Rock Chalk”, you can help us
ONE-TIME POINT VALUE
build upon the success we have come to know and love
Hall of Fame ($50,000+)
200 PTS
MVP ($2,500-$4,999)
10 PTS
Champion ($25,000-$49,999)
100 PTS
Rock Chalk ($1,000-$2,499)
4 PTS
All-American ($10,000-$24,999)
40 PTS
Jayhawk ($500-$999)
2 PTS
Legend ($5,000-$9,999)
20 PTS
Crimson & Blue ($300-$499)
1 PT
as Jayhawks. By referring a fellow Jayhawk to join the Williams Fund, you will put us one step closer to reaching our goal of 8,000 members. In addition, you will receive a one-time priority point bonus. Invest in the future of Kansas Athletics by referring a new member to the Williams Fund. Memberships begin for as little as $100 a year!
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Benefits/Levels
Outland $100
Crimson & Blue $300
Jayhawk $500
Rock Chalk $1,000
MVP $2,500
Legend $5,000
All-American $10,000
Champion $25,000
Hall of Fame $50,000
Athletics Director’s Dinner Invite Men’s Basketball NCAA 1st/2nd Round Request Men’s Basketball Same Seat Option Men’s Basketball Hospitality Priority
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Late Night in the Phog Reserved Seat Request Men’s Basketball NCAA Regional Ticket Request Men’s Basketball Private Practice Invite Men’s Basketball Big 12 Ticket Request One-Time Immediate Family Account Transfer Men’s Basketball NCAA Final Four Ticket Request New Member Hat (First Year) Football/Men’s Basketball Media Guides Season Parking Pass Primary Lot
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Advanced Ticket Sales Football Same Seat Option KU Store Discount Basketball Roundball Event Invites Rock Chalk Tailgate Invites Member Appreciation Football Spring Game Tailgate Membership Thank You Packet 80% Tax Deductibility
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IN RECENT YEARS, KANSAS ATHLETICS HAS INVESTED OVER $80 MILLION IN CAPITAL PROJECTS THROUGH THE CONSTRUCTION OF ROCK CHALK PARK, MCCARTHY HALL AND THE DEBRUCE CENTER. We all knew the promise of these new facilities. Since they have opened, we have
DEBRUCE CENTER The permanent home of James Naismith’s original “Rules of Basket Ball.” In addition, it will include a student dining commons area and an athletic training table for the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
seen that promise quickly achieved through success on-and-off the field of play. LEARN MORE Make a gift in support of future capital
projects through the Limestone Society on page 7.
“Investing in capital projects is vital to building upon the success we have come to know and love as Jayhawks. These new facilities enable Kansas Athletics and the University of Kansas to continue to attract the best and brightest.”
SHEAHON ZENGER Athletics Director
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MCCARTHY HALL Houses the men’s basketball team and an equal number of distinguished non-studentathletes.
ROCK CHALK PARK Serving as the home of our Jayhawk Soccer, Softball and Track & Field programs, Rock Chalk Park is one of the premiere facilities in collegiate athletics.
MEMORIAL STADIUM Enhancements will provide fans with improved amenities along with new premium seating and hospitality options. Additional facility improvements are still under review.
JAYHAWK TENNIS CENTER Opening next season, the new Jayhawk Tennis Center at Rock Chalk Park will be an indooroutdoor complex that will be the new home of Kansas Tennis.
TENNIS
CAPITAL PROJECTS & FACILITIES UPGRADES
LIMESTONE SOCIETY The Limestone Society is dedicated to the
In order to build these first-class facilities, it will
enhancement and development of Kansas
take an increased investment, above and beyond
Athletics’ facilities and endowments. Currently,
annual Williams Fund membership contributions,
plans are being developed for renovations to
from those who love the Jayhawks. By making a
Memorial Stadium and to build the new Jayhawk
gift to the Limestone Society you will transform
Tennis Center at Rock Chalk Park.
the future of Kansas Athletics.
LIMESTONE SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: DID YOU KNOW?
“Being a Jayhawk to me means more than just representing yourself, you are representing the university’s great history and traditions.”
SMITH HINTON Freshman Raleigh, N.C.
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Limestone Society initial year commemorative gift
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Williams Fund priority points
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Facility grand opening VIP invitations
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Name recognition ($50,000 minimum)
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Facility naming opportunities
Double priority points are awarded for gifts to the Limestone Society, if the amount is equal or above the previous two years of annual membership giving.
Please note: Gifts made to the Limestone Society DO NOT count toward annual benefits.
POINT CALCULATION EXAMPLES DONOR A pledges $50,000 to annual giving for the 2015 Fund Drive. The donor’s annual average for the past two years is $50,000. The Limestone Society gift is $10,000. The donor would receive 2 points per $100. DONOR B pledges $5,000 to annual giving and the past two-year annual average is $7,500. The Limestone Society gift is $3,000. The donor would receive 1 point per $100 since the annual gift is less than the average $7,500.
DONOR C pledges $50,000 to annual giving and the past twoyear annual average is $47,500. The Limestone Society gift is $10,000. The donor would receive 2 points per $100. DONOR D pledges $25,000 to annual giving and the past twoyear annual average is $100,000. The Limestone Society gift is $10,000. The donor would receive 1 point per $100 as the annual gift must be at least $50,000 to receive double points.
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MEMBERSHIP LEVELS PRIORITY RANKING CHART RANK
Hall of Fame $50,000
Champion $25,000
All-American $10,000
Legend $5,000
MVP $2,500
Rock Chalk $1,000
Jayhawk $500
Crimson & Blue $300
Outland $100
Parking
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359
374
403
889
563
473
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Postseason Away Games
MEMBERS
2015
PRIORITY POINT RANKINGS
RANK POINTS
50
100
250
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
3,000
11,305 PTS
8,023 PTS
4,748 PTS
2,720 PTS
1,368 PTS
836 PTS
561 PTS
242 PTS
PRIORITY POINTS Philanthropic Support
Season Ticket Support
Athletics Loyalty
University Association
Kansas Athletics Current Pledge 1 PT/$100 Increased Giving Incentive 2 PTS/$100 New or Increased Gift Kansas Athletics Donations Since 1978 1 PT/$100 Limestone Society 2 PTS/$100 Above Previous 2-Year Donation Average
Football Season Ticket Purchases 1 PT/Ticket Football Season Ticket Points* 5 PTS/Ticket, Maximum 20 PTS/Season Football Family Zone 5 PTS/Pack Olympic Sport Season Tickets** 2 PTS/Sport per Year
WEF Years of Donating 2 PTS/Year Tradition Appreciation 25 PTS/5 Years of WEF Membership
Chancellor’s Club 10 PTS/Initial Year, 1 PT/YR Alumni Association 10 PTS/Initial Year, 1 PT/YR K Club/Spouse K Club 10 PTS/Initial Year, 1 PT/YR KU Employment/Spouse KU Employment 1 PT/YR Attend KU/Spouse Attend KU 10 PTS
*Not available for Coach’s Corner tickets **Not available for Men’s Basketball season tickets
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VOLLEYBALL
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS & PRIORITY RANKING
HOW TO JOIN Ensure our Jayhawk student-athletes continue to perform at the highest levels athletically, academically and in the community through a tax-deductible gift to the Williams Fund. All gifts, regardless of size, make a difference! WAYS TO JOIN:
WHAT TO SUPPORT:
Once a pledge is recorded, the donor becomes an active member eligible to receive benefits, including ticket priority.
WEF Unrestricted (Preferred method)
Gifts to WEF Unrestricted allow Kansas
“If it weren’t for the Williams Fund, I probably wouldn’t have a scholarship to attend KU and to be in the position that I’m in today – academically or athletically. Members of the Williams Fund are also some of our most supportive and loyal fans during the season at matches. Thank you!”
The Williams Fund accepts the following forms of payment:
Athletics the latitude to invest in the areas of
Check or Money Order
greatest need to provide our 500+ student-
Please make all checks or money orders payable to the Williams
athletes with the resources necessary to be
Education Fund.
champions.
Credit Cards
WEF Scholarships
The Williams Fund accepts all major credit cards including
This year, Kansas Athletics will award
Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Credit
over $12.3 million in scholarships. Gifts
card payments are accepted over the phone or online at
in support of WEF Scholarships allow
WilliamsFund.com.
our talented student-athletes to receive a first-class education from the University of
Gift of Appreciated Property
Kansas.
Williams Fund members have the ability to make a gift through the transfer of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or real property.
Increased Scholarship Giving
All new or increased unrestricted or Gift-In-Kind
scholarship gifts from the previous fund
Gifts of goods or services that can be of great financial
drive will be allocated in support of student-
assistance to the Williams Fund or Kansas Athletics. These gifts
athlete scholarships.
are accepted on a limited basis and are subject to the preapproval of the Athletics Director.
Limestone Society
Funds directed toward capital projects. Matching Gifts
Learn more about supporting the Limestone
Many companies will match your gift to the Williams Education
Society on page 7.
Fund. Please consult with your employer’s human resources department to see if you are eligible to maximize your contribution supporting Kansas Athletics. For more information TAYLER SOUCIE Junior Osawatomie, Kan.
regarding matching gift opportunities, please contact KU Endowment.
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“It’s an honor and a privilege to be a part of the Jayhawk tradition. Thanks to the Williams Fund, my experience at the University of Kansas is an unforgettable memory that will last a lifetime.”
SHARON LOKEDI Sophomore Eldoret, Kenya
“The adrenaline rush I get coming out of the locker room ready to play in front of all of our great fans is something I will never take for granted.”
JOE DINEEN, JR. Sophomore Lawrence, Kan.
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“I wear the Crimson and Blue everyday with great pride. It’s an honor to continue the tradition of those who came before me. I am grateful to the members of the Williams Fund who have helped to give me the privilege of representing KU.”
CHRIS MELGARES Sophomore Manhattan, Kan.
“Being able to play soccer at Kansas has opened up many doors for me on-and-off the field. The experiences I have had as a member of the Jayhawk family would not have been possible without the support of the Williams Fund and its members.”
KAYLA MORRISON Sophomore Corona, Calif.
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TICKETS
FOOTBALL NOT A WILLIAMS FUND MEMBER, BUT WISH TO KEEP YOUR SAME SEATS? Simply join the Williams Fund for as little as $100 and you, too, can keep your seats in Memorial Stadium. For members who decrease level or wish to participate in SelectA-Seat, an appointment will be scheduled this spring.
Active members of the Williams Fund who purchase football season tickets are given first priority to select their seats in Memorial Stadium. For the 2016 season, ticket applications must be submitted by April 15. Select-A-Seat will be held May 9-13 and appointment times are determined based upon Williams Fund priority point rankings. Requesting a tier does not guarantee tickets within that tier and orders will be subject to availability. Actual tier will be determined through Select-A-Seat. All ticket holders will only owe the amount of their final seat location. Should the final seat location not match the original request, an upcharge or refund for the difference in price will be made. NEW KEEP YOUR SAME SEATS AS LAST YEAR! Simply maintain or increase your Williams Fund membership level for the option to bypass Select-ASeat and cheer on your Jayhawk Football team from your same seats as last year. SAME-AS-LAST-YEAR SEATING CHART An account cannot decrease membership level from the previous year. Please see scheduled annual availability below: Hall of Fame Champion All-American Legend MVP Rock Chalk Jayhawk Crimson & Blue Outland
2016 2017 Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same Same
SELECT-A-SEAT TICKET SELECTION MAXIMUM All Levels: 12 Seats Additional Requests: Post SAS Pending Availability
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TIER 2
TIER 3
COACH’S CORNER
PARKING
Please contact the Williams Fund for more information regarding Kansas Football tickets and parking.
“LAST DONOR IN” PARKING ALLOCATION LOT 2015 LEVEL MIN. 59 Hall of Fame 58 Suites and Hall of Fame 65 Champion 55 All-American 60 Hall of Fame 57 Champion 56 All-American 94 Legend 91 Legend 96 MVP 52 Rock Chalk 1 Outland 36/39 Outland PF All Requests
96 55
59
2: 16 4: 28 6: 77
2: 127 4: 292 6: 338
2: 300 4: 387 6: 439
2: 336 4: 820 6: 1182
2: 398 4: 860 6: 1100
2: 1331 4: 1394 6: 2338
2: 250 4: 747 6: 1107
2: 271 4: 410 6: 432
2: 361 4: 828 6: 1125
2: 236 4: 664 6: 868
2: 16 4: 30 6: 40
2: 109 4: 188 6: 199
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2015 LAST DONOR IN POINT MIN. 6,581 9,528 4,477 4,376 6,617 2,031 2,434 1,134 1,123 850 157 190 530
TO 9TH ST.
Following Select-A-Seat, parking for Kansas Football will be allocated based on membership level. Please note, due to limited inventory, being at a certain membership level does not guarantee the requested parking location. Priority parking is a benefit only for active members of the Williams Fund.
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NEW! PARKING PASS LIMIT (Excludes suite holders) TICKETS ORDERED
PASSES
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MULTIPLE PASS PARKING REQUESTS LEVEL MAX. PASSES Hall of Fame 3 Champion 2 All-American 1 Legend-Outland 1
ADDITIONAL PRIMARY LOT(S) PASSES Lot PF Lot PF Lot PF Availability Pending
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TICKETS
BASKETBALL
As an active member of the Williams Fund, you have the opportunity to purchase season tickets for Kansas men’s basketball to cheer on your Jayhawks in Allen Fieldhouse, the greatest home-court advantage in sports. To purchase tickets for the 2016 season, ticket applications must be submitted by July 1 with Select-A-Seat being held August 15-19. Select-ASeat times are determined based upon Williams Fund priority point rankings. Requesting a tier does not guarantee tickets within that tier and orders will be subject to availability. Actual tier will be determined through Select-ASeat. All ticket holders will only owe the amount of their final seat location. Should the final seat location not match the original request, an upcharge or refund for the difference in price will be made. SAME-AS-LAST-YEAR SEATING CHART An account cannot decrease membership level from previous year. Please see scheduled annual availability below: Hall of Fame Champion All-American Legend MVP Rock Chalk Jayhawk Crimson & Blue Outland
2016 2017 Same Same Same Same SELECT Same SELECT Same SELECT Same SELECT Same SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT
SELECT-A-SEAT TICKET SELECTION MAXIMUM Outland ($100) – MVP ($2,500): 4 Seats Legend ($5,000) – Hall of Fame ($50,000): 6 Seats Additional Requests: Post SAS Pending Availability
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REGULAR SEASON PARKING & POSTSEASON TICKETS Postseason tickets and parking for Kansas men’s basketball are allocated based on current membership level. Please note, due to the limited inventory, being at a certain membership level does not guarantee the request. Postseason tickets
AFH GARAGE
and priority parking are benefits only for active members of the Williams Fund. Please contact the Williams Fund for more information regarding Kansas basketball tickets and parking.
2015 “LAST DONOR IN” PARKING LOT ALLOCATION LOT
2015 LEVEL MIN.
71 Hall of Fame PF Rock Chalk 72 All-American 125 All-American 54 Legend 19 MVP 90 All Requests
2015 LAST DONOR IN POINT MIN. 6,151 1,050 1,819 394 181 1,558
MULTIPLE PASS PARKING REQUESTS LEVEL
MAX. PASSES ADDL. PASSES
Hall of Fame Champion All-American Legend-Outland
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Lot 90 Lot 90 Lot 90 Pending Availibility
PLEASE NOTE: Beginning with the 2016-2017 men’s basketball season, Kansas Athletics will permanently lose almost 200 parking spaces in Lot 72 and 50 parking spaces in Lot 19 due to construction on campus. We are working with KU Parking & Transit to add additional donor parking lots for men’s basketball home games.
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PREMIUM SEATING WANT TO SUPPORT OUR JAYHAWK STUDENT-ATHLETES WHILE WATCHING THE GAME FROM THE BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE? By purchasing season tickets in a premium location, you will be investing in those who wear the Jayhawk uniform. Not only will you have the best view of the action, but season ticket holders in premium locations also receive exclusive benefits including priority points and a tax deduction for the Williams Fund donation portion of the premium seating cost. Limited space remains for the 2016-2017 seasons. To learn more about premium seating options visit WilliamsFund.com or contact the Williams Fund.
WARD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP SUITES
TOUCHDOWN CLUB
MVP CLUB
Various seating options
Hospitality included
The Touchdown Club provides fans with plush seating options and first-class amenities including HD cable televisions, private restrooms, a complimentary buffet and wait service to provide beverages during the game.
The MVP Club gives Jayhawk baseball fans the opportunity to enjoy the game from a climatecontrolled suite with HD cable televisions, complimentary buffet & beverages and access to the MVP Club deck with open chairback seating.
Up to 18 seats (36 capacity) Enjoy the game from a private, climate-controlled suite equipped with HD cable television, a refrigerator and a wet bar with the option to stock your own personal beverages.
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Watch your Jayhawks from a plush chairback seat with the closest view to the action inside Allen Fieldhouse. Courtside seat holders receive in-game wait service from Centerplate and access to pre-game hospitality.
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WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
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COURTSIDE SEATING
MEN’S BASKETBALL SECTION U
NAISMITH ROOM
DONOR ATRIUM
Hospitality included
DEBRUCE CENTER
Home Game Hospitality
Cheer on your Jayhawks from a reserved seat directly behind the KU team bench! Williams Fund members in Section U will receive access to Horejsi for pre-game hospitality.
Purchase hospitality memberships for men’s basketball home games. Open 90 minutes before tip-off and at halftime, the Naismith Room & Donor Atrium feature heavy hors d’oeuvres, complimentary beverages, private restrooms and HD cable televisions. NEW for the 2016-17 season, the Williams Fund will offer pre-game hospitality in the DeBruce Center, the home of James Naismith’s original “Rules of Basket Ball.”
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LIFETIME SOCIETY
WILLIAMS FUND U
RECOGNIZING GENEROSITY
TRADITION LIVES THROUGH U!
The Kansas Athletics Lifetime Society
A must-have for students who love
recognizes active Williams Fund donors
Kansas Athletics! Williams Fund U is our
who have graciously contributed over
official student membership program. For
$100,000 to Kansas Athletics in their
just $25 a year, Williams Fund U members
lifetime. A special recognition wall
receive many exclusive benefits including
displaying the names of these generous
priority points to be used toward reserved
individuals is located in Allen Fieldhouse.
season ticket seating to Jayhawk Men’s
As with all donor recognition, members
Basketball & Football.
may choose to remain anonymous. Williams Fund U memberships are open to University of Kansas student-athletes are
all students enrolled in at least six credit
forever grateful for the substantial impact
hours at the University of Kansas who are
these individuals have made toward
degree seeking or paying campus fees.
past, present and future Jayhawks. For
Learn more at WilliamsFund.com/students
questions regarding Lifetime Society
or sign up through Optional Campus Fees
recognition, please contact the Williams
on Enroll & Pay. Tradition Lives Through U!
Fund. MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: CHAMPIONSHIP RINGS
• In 2016, active Williams Fund accounts ranked in the Top 100, based on priority points,
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Ten priority points toward reserved season tickets (equivalent of $1,000) Priority student ticket allocation for postseason play (Big 12, NCAA Tournament and bowl games) Member T-shirt Special event invites Williams Fund membership packet Rock Chalk tailgate invite with food & beverages Outland membership level upgrade
SOFTBALL
MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS
FIRST 4
K CLUB
CALLING YOUNG ALUMS
PRESERVE. SUPPORT. CONNECT.
Young alums may now join the
To become eligible for K Club, one must be
Williams Fund starting at only $50.
a former varsity head coach, student-athlete,
This membership level is offered up
student athletic trainer or manager at the
to four years after completion of an
University of Kansas and must have exhausted
undergraduate or graduate degree. An
his/her eligibility if applicable. K Club’s mission
account is only eligible for a total of four
is to help PRESERVE the history and traditions
years of membership and this option may
of Kansas Athletics, SUPPORT current student-
not exceed the four-year maximum.
athletes, and CONNECT those eligible for K Club. Memberships start at $40. To learn more, visit
“It’s pretty cool to know that people are supporting us right here in Kansas and all over the country. It’s awesome to have people that you’ve never met helping you succeed at the University of Kansas. It’s a great representation of the Jayhawk way and how people from all over want you to succeed.”
HARLI RIDLING Sophomore Sentinel, Okla.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
KClub.KUAthletics.com.
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
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Football reserved season ticket discount Special event invites Outland membership upgrade Priority points*
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Bi-annual newsletter Exclusive invitations and merchandise Football reserved section Discounted Olympic sport season tickets Career and social networking Priority points Outland level Williams Fund member
DUES ALSO SUPPORT:
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Hall of Fame K Club Events Sport Reunions Senior K Rings
*Former Williams Fund U Member? Join WEF within a year of student membership and receive 20 priority points.
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COMPLIANCE TERMS TO KNOW
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETES
Prospective Student-Athlete
NCAA rules prohibit boosters from engaging in recruiting activities designed to secure
(PSA or “recruit”)
a prospect’s enrollment at the University of Kansas.
Any student who has started classes for the ninth grade and has not enrolled in a four-year institution.
Permissible Booster Activities:
As a Booster you MAY NOT:
Continuing to have contact with an
Contact or call a prospect that you have not
Recruiting
established family friend or neighbor who
had a long-standing relationship with (the
Any solicitation of a prospect or the
is a prospect (contact Compliance for pre-
relationship must pre-date the ninth grade)
prospect’s family for the purpose of
existing relationship form – must submit to
securing the prospect’s enrollment
ensure eligibility of student-athlete)
and participation in athletics. Viewing a prospect’s game on your own Student-Athlete A student who presently is participating in intercollegiate athletics or has participated in intercollegiate athletics and is still receiving athletics aid. Extra Benefit
initiative
Contact or call a prospect’s parent, coach, principal or counselor Assist with the actual evaluation of talent at the direction of the coaching staff
Receiving a call from a prospect only if the prospect initiates the call and it is not for a
Promote and/or encourage a prospect to
recruiting purpose
attend the University of Kansas or conduct
Notifying the Kansas coaching staff of
theme
in any communication that has a recruiting
prospects
An extra benefit is any special gift or arrangement provided to a studentathlete, or student-athlete’s friend or family member, which is not available to the general KU student body or the general population. This includes free or discounted meals, services, transportation and any financial assistance.
SOCIAL MEDIA REMINDER BOOSTERS MAY NOT INITIATE OR “ACCEPT” FRIEND REQUESTS OF PROSPECTS ON FACEBOOK, BUT THEY CAN “FOLLOW” RECRUITS ON TWITTER. BOOSTERS SHOULD NEVER POST ON A RECRUIT’S “WALL,” REPLY TO A “TWEET,” SEND THEM ANY KIND OF DIRECT MESSAGE, OR TAKE ANY OTHER ACTION THAT WOULD CONSTITUTE
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CONTACTING ANY RECRUIT.
THANK YOU I would like to extend a big thank you to the Williams Fund members who helped and supported me throughout my journey here at the University of Kansas. Becoming a Jayhawk is the best decision I have ever made. With the amazing support of the KU community behind me, it made my experience in Lawrence one to remember. As a student-athlete, I was able to represent the Jayhawks across the country. Competing in meets from New York to Oregon was the experience of a lifetime. Thanks to my coaches, teammates and the academic staff, I was able to reach the highest levels of track and field. During my career, I won four consecutive Big 12 Championships in the 400-meter
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