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WHAT AN EXCITING TIME TO BE A KANSAS JAYHAWK.If any year could highlight the importance of the Williams Education Fund to the success of Kansas Athletics, last year was certainly it! Twelve teams appeared in NCAA postseason play; seven student-athletes earned All-America honors; three of our coaches were named National Coach of the Year; four coaches were named Big 12 Conference Coach of the Year; and our student-athletes accounted for 21 Big 12 First-Team All-Conference selections. Add to those honors literally dozens of national, regional and conference academic awards.

So far this academic year we’ve seen more of the same. Volleyball won the Big 12 Conference title, made a fifth-straight NCAA tournament appearance and boasted four All-Americans. Soccer reached the NCAA tournament for the second time in three years, and sophomore Sharon Lokedi finished fifth at the NCAA Cross Country Championships after winning the Big 12 title.

At the same time, our facilities surge continues. The DeBruce Center, home to the Original Rules of Basketball, opened last year and has become what we thought it would—a magnetic draw for people from all parts of campus and the region. In addition, our beautiful new indoor-outdoor tennis facility, home to our now nationally ranked tennis team, opened recently at Rock Chalk Park.

None of this could have been possible without your loyalty and financial support. We, our coaches and our student-athletes appreciate and thank you each and every day. Please know that we know that you play a significant role in this success; your continued support will ensure that success will continue now and in the future.

Rock Chalk!

Sheahon ZengerAthletics Director

OUR HISTORYThe 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.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

MAR1

2017 FUND DRIVEBEGINS

APR14

FOOTBALLSEASON TICKET

DEADLINE

may8-12

FOOTBALLSELECT-A-SEAT

2017Our MissionThe 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.


july7

BASKETBALLSEASON TICKET

DEADLINE

Aug2

VOLLEYBALLSELECT-A-SEAT

aug14-18

M. BASKETBALLSELECT-A-SEAT

Aug22

W. BASKETBALLSELECT-A-SEAT

JanTBD

BASEBALLSELECT-A-SEAT

mar1

2017 FUND DRIVE CONCLUDES

pledge payments due

2018

IN THIS BOOK02 Student-Athlete Annual Investment

03 By The Numbers

04 Calling All Jayhawks

05 Priority Points/Referral Program

06 Membership Benefits

07 How to Join

08 Limestone Society

09 NEW Changes for 2018

10 Football Tickets, Premium Seating & Parking

12 Basketball Tickets & Parking

14 Membership Programs

15 Compliance

16 Williams Education Fund Team

WILLIAMSFUND.COM (855) GIVE-WEF [email protected] 1


STUDENT-ATHLETE ANNUAL INVESTMENT A single student-athlete may receive up to $82,574 in academic and athletics support.

$400DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

$400STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

$1,400ACADEMIC SUPPORT

$2,800HEALTH & WELLNESS

$10,000SPORT OPERATING EXPENSES

$12,800TEAM TRAVEL

$15,800FACILITIES MAINTENANCE & DEBT SERVICE

$38,974/$23,884GRANTS-IN-AID TO UNIVERSITY (OUT-OF-STATE/IN-STATE)

Dorance Armstrong Jr.Football // Sophomore // Houston, Texas

“ I had scholarship offers from some

good schools, but KU really stuck out to

me because of the support the student-

athletes receive. I am really thankful for the

opportunity to get a degree here because I

know it is paving the way for me to have a

successful future after football. ”

By investing in the Williams Education

Fund, you give Jayhawk student-athletes

the opportunity to be champions in

the classroom while competing at the

highest level in the sport they love.

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BY THE NUMBERS

Kelsie PayneVolleyball // Junior // Austin, Texas

“ We are truly blessed with the support

of Williams Education Fund members. My

scholarship has changed my life. I’ve always had

a passion for excelling at the highest level and

the Williams Education Fund has been integral in

making that happen. The team being able to go

overseas, the best travel arrangements during the

season, and developing as a teammate – none

of that would be possible without the Williams

Education Fund and our donors. ”

Bill Selfm. basketball

ray bechardVolleyball

laura kuhnAsst. Volleyball



CALLING ALL

JAYHAWKS


Support the Williams Education Fund no matter where you live!With a current donor base of 6,080

members living in 48 states and four

countries, we’re always looking to expand

our membership.

In terms of active donors, KU is in the

bottom half of the Big 12 Conference.

We need the support of Jayhawks

everywhere to help provide our student-

athletes with academic and athletic

experiences that are second-to-none!

Kansas Athletics relishes its role as

the “front porch” to the University.

Research shows that student enrollment,

standardized test scores, and donations

to the university correlate to success and

perception of its athletics programs.

By increasing our membership, 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. We need more Jayhawk friends no

matter how large or small the gift!

*The Williams Education Fund is a 501(c)(3)

organization.

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When donors choose to waive priority points and all benefits, their donations become 100 percent tax deductible.


PRIORITY POINTSThe priority point system is an equitable way to determine priority for season ticket seating.

Members receive priority points for various areas of support.

REFERRAL PROGRAMNo matter where you chant “Rock Chalk,” you can help us build upon the success we have come to know and love as Jayhawks. By referring a fellow Jayhawk to join the Williams Education Fund, you will put us closer to improving our standing within the Big 12 Conference. In addition, you will receive a one-time priority point increase based on the values below. Invest in the future of Kansas Athletics by referring a new member to the Williams Education Fund. All donors receive points immediately upon pledging. Referring donor will receive points when referral pledge is paid in full.

ONE-TIME POINT VALUE

Hall of Fame ($50,000+) 200 PTS

Champion ($25,000-$49,999) 100 PTS

All-American ($10,000-$24,999) 40 PTS

Legend ($5,000-$9,999) 20 PTS

MVP ($2,500-$4,999) 10 PTS

Rock Chalk ($1,000-$2,499) 4 PTS

Jayhawk ($500-$999) 2 PTS

Crimson & Blue ($300-$499) 1 PT

Harli RidlingSoftball // Junior

Sentinel, Okla.

“ If it wasn’t for

the WEF members, I

wouldn’t be able to play

Division I softball on

such a great campus.

Through their support,

I have been given the

opportunity to earn an

education at a highly

ranked university and

play the sport I love.

”

Philanthropic SupportKansas 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 at or above previous year annual fund donation

season ticket SupportFootball Season Ticket Purchases 1 PT/Ticket

Football Season Ticket Points* 5 PTS/Ticket, maximum 20 PTS/season

Olympic Sport Season Tickets** 2 PTS/Sport per year, minimum 2 tickets/sport

athletics loyaltyWEF Years of Donating 2 PTS/Year

Tradition Appreciation 25 PTS/5 years of WEF membership

university associationChancellor’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; Volleyball points not awarded starting in 2017.


Football Family Zone (5 PTS/Pack) discontinued 2/1/2017.

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITSScholar

(Students)$25

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

# of members in 2016 >>> NEW! 2,693 509 552 837 399 374 355 200 161

Stud

ent-

Athl

ete

Supp

ort Financial Aid for More than 500 Student-Athletes*

What Your Gift Provides* 2 Training Table Meals

10 Tutoring Sessions

Strength & Conditioning

Development & Leadership

annual textbook expenses

annual health & wellness expenses

semester of room & board

annual in-state tuition

annual out-of-state tuition

annual cost of attendance

Annu

al B

enef

its

One-Time Immediate Family Account Transfer

New Member Hat (First Year)

Football & Men's Basketball Media Guide

Recognition in Williams Education Fund Publications*

Membership Thank You Packet

Junior Jayhawk Membership Discount*

80% Tax Deductibility

Priority Points*

Hosp

ital

ity

& Ev

ents

Athletics Director's Dinner Invite & Gift*

Jayhawk Jamboree Reception Invite*

Men's Basketball Hospitality Priority 3rd 2nd 1st

Men's Basketball Private Practice Invite

Late Night in the Phog Reserved Tickets 2 4 6

Football Private Practice Invite

Baseball MVP Club Membership Offer*

Olympic Sport Season Ticket Holder Receptions*

Football Spring Game Tailgate

Rock Chalk Tailgate Invite

Men's & Women's Basketball Roundball Event Invite

Tick

ets &

Park

ing

Men's Basketball NCAA 1st/2nd Round Ticket Request

Men's Basketball NCAA Regional Ticket Request

Men's Basketball Big 12 Tournament Ticket Request

Men's Basketball Final Four Ticket Request

Advanced Single-Game Ticket Sales

Season Parking Pass Primary Lot

Olympic Sports Postseason Priority^ 9th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Premium Seating Priority* 9th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Football Postseason Ticket Request Priority* 9th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st

Membership benefits subject to change. * Indicates new to the 2017 Membership Benefits chart. ^ Following all season ticket holder requests.



Ensure our Jayhawk student-athletes continue to perform at the highest levels athletically,

academically and in the community through an 80 percent tax-deductible gift to the Williams

Education Fund (100 percent tax deductible if all points and benefits are waived). All gifts,

regardless of size, make a difference!

HOW TO JOIN

ways to join

Once a pledge is recorded, the donor becomes an active member eligible to receive benefits, including ticket priority.

The Williams Education Fund accepts the following forms of payment:

Check or Money OrderPlease make all checks or money orders payable to the Williams Education Fund.

Credit CardsThe Williams Education Fund accepts all major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Credit card payments are accepted over the phone or online at WilliamsFund.com.

Gift of Appreciated PropertyWilliams Education Fund members have the ability to make a gift through the transfer of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or real property.

what to support

WEF Unrestricted (Preferred method)Gifts to WEF Unrestricted allow Kansas Athletics the latitude to invest in the areas of greatest need to provide our 500+ student-athletes with the resources necessary to be champions.

WEF ScholarshipsThis year, Kansas Athletics will award over $13.2 million in scholarships. Gifts in support of WEF Scholarships allow our talented student-athletes to receive a first-class education at the University of Kansas.

Increased Scholarship GivingAll new or increased unrestricted or scholarship gifts from the previous fund drive will be allocated in support of student-athlete scholarships.

Limestone SocietyFunds directed toward capital projects. Learn more about supporting the Limestone Society on page 8.

Sharon LokediCross Country // Sophomore // Eldoret, Kenya

“ Being able to run at Kansas has

opened up so many doors for me. The

experiences that I’ve enjoyed on and off

the course will stay with me for the rest of

my life. This could not have been possible

without the help of the Williams Education

Fund, which has helped turn my time at

KU into an unforgettable memory that will

last a lifetime.

”

Protecting Your ExperienceKansas Athletics strives to ensure that our donors are provided the best fan experience in the country. Therefore, if Kansas Athletics determines that individuals are attempting to circumvent this goal (for example, by creating multiple accounts in violation of Williams Education Fund rules), Kansas Athletics reserves the right to revoke ticket purchases for those accounts, per our policies.



The Limestone Society is dedicated to the enhancement and

development of Kansas Athletics’ facilities and endowments.

Currently, plans are being developed for renovations to Memorial

Stadium. In order to build first-class facilities, it will take an

increased investment, above and beyond annual Williams Education

Fund membership contributions, from those who love the Jayhawks.

limestone society membership benefits• Limestone Society initial year commemorative gift

• Williams Education Fund priority points

• Facility grand opening VIP invitations

• Name recognition ($50,000 minimum)

• Facility naming opportunities

Please note: Gifts made to the Limestone Society DO NOT count toward annual benefits.

By making a gift to the Limestone Society you will transform the future of Kansas Athletics.

DID YOU KNOW?Double priority points are awarded for gifts

to the Limestone Society, if the donor’s annual gift amount is equal to or above the previous annual giving amount or the donor

is currently at the Hall of Fame level.


DEBRUCE CENTER

JAYHAWK TENNIS CENTER

ARROCHA BALLPARK

ROCK CHALK PARK



Steven Sims Jr.Football // Sophomore // Houston, Texas

“ I am so thankful for the Williams Education Fund and all of the

support our donors give us. We have one of the best locker rooms

in the country, if not the best, and I know they were a huge part of

making that happen.

”

Starting with the 2018 Fund Drive, we will reseat all venues! Donors will have two ways in which they may qualify to keep their same seats as last year (SALY).

Donors must stay at or above the All-American level and may not drop membership levels from the previous drive year.

AND Be at the $500,000 lifetime giving benchmark

• Includes cash and gift-in-kind receipts (not pledges) paid by July 2018

OR Rank in the Top 100 by priority points

All accounts that do not fall within the criteria listed above will reseat by membership level and points within each level, replicating our current allocation process for parking and postseason tickets.

This new direction will ensure the continued growth and success of Kansas Athletics and will provide exciting new opportunities to further enhance the experiences of our more than 500 student-athletes.

NEW IN 2018!

We’re excited to announce that our 2018 Fund Drive book will be delivered to you exclusively as a digital book on WilliamsFund.com. The interactive book will provide direct links to get you right where you need to be! Paper copies will only be available upon request.

WilliamsFund.com

GOING GREEN IN 2018


ticketsActive members of the Williams Education Fund who purchase football season tickets are given first priority to select their seats in Memorial Stadium. For the 2017 season, ticket applications must be submitted by April 14. Select-A-Seat will be held May 8-12 and appointment times are determined based upon Williams Education Fund priority point rankings.

Any members who maintain their 2016 level of giving for the 2017 Fund Drive may keep their same seats for the 2017 season. For members who decrease their membership level or wish to participate in Select-A-Seat, an appointment will be scheduled this spring.

Requesting a tier does not guarantee tickets within that tier and orders are subject to availability. Actual tier will be determined through Select-A-Seat. All ticket holders will owe only 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.

SELECT-A-SEAT TICKET SELECTION MAXIMUM

All Levels: 12 Seats

Additional Requests: Post Select-A-Seat, Pending Availability

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NOT A WILLIAMS EDUCATION FUND MEMBER, BUT WISH TO KEEP YOUR SAME SEATS? Simply join the Williams Education Fund for as little as $100 and you, too, may keep your seats in Memorial Stadium.

For the 2017 Fund Drive, an appointment will be scheduled this spring for members who decrease membership levels or wish to participate in Select-A-Seat.


Seating map subject to change

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football parkingFollowing Select-A-Seat, parking for Kansas Football will be allocated based on membership level and then points within each level. Please note, due to limited inventory, a certain membership level does not guarantee the requested parking location. Priority parking is a benefit only for active members of the Williams Education Fund. Parking locations are assigned based on your preferences in combination with the priority order listed to the right. Please note your preferences on your parking form.

Please contact the Williams Education Fund for more information regarding Kansas Football tickets and parking.

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2016 “LAST DONOR IN” PARKING ALLOCATION

LOT2016 LEVEL MIN.

2016 LAST DONOR IN POINT MIN.

59 Champion 7,147

58 Champion 6,171

65 Champion 3,522

55 All-American 2,583

60 Hall of Fame 8,040


56 Legend 456

94 Crimson & Blue 42

91 Rock Chalk 1,065

96 Crimson & Blue 1,170

52 N/A

1 N/A

36/39 N/A

MSPG N/A

Note: PF has been renamed Mississippi Street Parking Garage (MSPG).

MULTIPLE PARKING PASS REQUESTS

LEVEL

MAX. PASSES

PRIMARY LOT

ADD. PASSES

Hall of Fame 3 Lot MSPG

Champion 2 Lot MSPG

All-American 1 Lot MSPG

Legend-Outland

1Availability Pending

Note: There is a possibility football parking may see changes northeast of the stadium. The City of Lawrence is considering a proposal to realign the intersection of Fambrough Drive/11th Street/Mississippi Street. If that happens, Lot 96 (grass) will be divided to become Lots 96 and 97, we will gain Lot 130 (asphalt) to the north, and access to Lot 94 will be reconfigured.


2017 Premium SeatingWARD FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP SUITES & SUITE CLUB

TOUCHDOWN CLUB

AMENITIES• HD televisions with live scoreboard feed and additional

network channels• Complimentary buffet and beverages

(soda, beer and wine)• Access to premium area 60 minutes prior to kickoff• Priority points awarded for donation• Donation is 80 percent tax deductible

(consult your tax advisor)• Ability to purchase single-game passes based on

availability• Lounge seating, stools and wait service (TD Club only)

For more information, contact the Williams Education Fund at (785) 864-3946.


BASKETBALLticketsAs an active member of the Williams Education 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 college basketball.

To purchase tickets for the 2017-18 season, ticket applications must be submitted by July 7 with Select-A-Seat scheduled for August 14-18. Select-A-Seat times are determined based on Williams Education Fund priority point rankings.

Hall of Fame through Rock Chalk levels may keep their same seats from last season if the account does not decrease membership level from the 2016 Fund Drive. Jayhawk, Crimson & Blue and Outland levels, in addition to any accounts that decrease, will receive Select-A-Seat times in early August.

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.

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 Select-A-Seat, Pending Availability

TIER 11,917 PTS*

TIER 265 PTS*

TIER 370 PTS*

CHAIRBACKS SECTION U GA/STUDENT SECTION FACULTY/STAFF

*Last donor in (4 consecutive seats)


Seating map subject to change


Basketball REGULAR SEASON PARKING & POSTSEASON TICKETSPostseason tickets and parking for Kansas men’s basketball are allocated based on current membership level and then points within each level. Current pledges must be paid by March 1, 2018 in order to receive postseason tickets. Please note, due to the limited inventory, being at a certain membership level does not guarantee the request. Postseason tickets and priority parking are benefits only for active members of the Williams Education Fund. Please note your preferences on your parking form. Contact the Williams Education Fund for more information regarding Kansas basketball tickets and parking.

2016 “LAST DONOR IN” PARKING ALLOCATION

LOT2016 LEVEL MIN.

2016 LAST DONOR IN POINT MIN.

VIP-71 Hall of Fame 6,941

AFPG MVP 1,527

72 Champion 7,913




90 All Requests

117^ All Requests

34^Additional passes for top three WEF levels

Note: PF has been renamed Allen Fieldhouse Parking Garage (AFPG).

^ Lots 117 and 34 are no longer men’s basketball donor parking lots.

MULTIPLE PARKING PASS REQUESTS

LEVEL

MAX. PASSES

PRIMARY LOT

ADD. PASSES

Hall of Fame 3 Lot 90

Champion 2 Lot 90

All-American 1 Lot 90

Legend-Outland

1Lot 90/Pending Availability

Frank Mason IIIMen’s Basketball // Senior // Petersburg, Va.

“ All the games and championships won

could not have been possible for me and

my teammates without the support of the

Williams Education Fund and what the donors

provide. We play in the greatest arena in all of

basketball. Thanks to the Williams Education

Fund, we have the opportunity to continue the

rich tradition that is Kansas Basketball.

”

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Summerfield Hall

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MurphyHall

AnschutzPavilion

Wagnon-ParrottAthletic Center

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RobinsonHealth Center

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Integrated Science Building

18TH ST

Anderson FamilyStrength & Conditioning

CentralUtility Plant

CDPG

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Hilltop ChildDevelopment

Center

IRVING HILL RD

StudentApartments

WILLIAMSFUND.COM (855) GIVE-WEF [email protected] 13*Lot configuration subject to change.


Williams Fund ScholarFormer Williams Fund U Members

A must-have for students who love Kansas Athletics!

Williams Fund Scholar is our official student membership

program. For just $25 a year, Williams Fund Scholar

members receive many exclusive benefits including

priority points to be used toward reserved season ticket

seating to Jayhawk Men’s Basketball & Football games.

Williams Fund Scholar memberships are open to all

students enrolled in at least six credit hours at the

University of Kansas who are degree seeking or paying

campus fees. Learn more at WilliamsFund.com/students

or sign up through Optional Campus Fees on Enroll & Pay.

Tradition lives through you!

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:

• Ten priority points (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 Education Fund membership packet• Rock Chalk tailgate invite with food & beverages• Outland membership level upgrade

*Former Williams Fund U Member? Join WEF within a year of student membership and receive 20 priority points.

First 4CALLING YOUNG ALUMS

Young alums may join the Williams Education

Fund starting at only $50. This membership

level is offered up to four years after completion

of an undergraduate or graduate degree. An

account is only eligible for a total of four years of

membership and this option may not exceed the

four-year maximum.


• Special event invites• Outland membership upgrade• Priority points

K ClubPRESERVE. SUPPORT. CONNECT.

To become eligible for K Club, one must be a former

varsity head coach, student-athlete, student athletic

trainer or manager at the University of Kansas and must

have exhausted his/her eligibility if applicable. K Club’s

mission is to help PRESERVE the history and traditions

of Kansas Athletics, SUPPORT current student-athletes,

and CONNECT those eligible for K Club. Memberships

start at $50. To learn more, visit KUAthletics.com/KClub.


• Bi-annual newsletter• Exclusive invitations and merchandise• Football reserved section• Discounted Olympic sport season tickets• Career and social networking• Priority points• Outland level Williams Education Fund member

DUES ALSO SUPPORT:

• Hall of Fame • K Club Events• Sport Reunions• Senior K Rings• Jersey Retirement• Ring of Honor

MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS

Grace HaganSoccer // Sophomore // Wichita, Kan.

“ I’m humbled every time I get to wear the Jayhawk on my chest. It stands for excellence, perseverance and tradition and I strive to build upon all those standards every time I have the incredible opportunity to represent this University. My sincere thanks goes to the Williams Education Fund and its donors for making that possible.

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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 CONTACTING ANY RECRUIT.

TERMS TO KNOW

Prospective Student-Athlete

(PSA or “recruit”)

Any student who has started classes for the

ninth grade and has not enrolled in a four-

year institution.

Recruiting

Any solicitation of a prospect or the

prospect’s family for the purpose of securing

the prospect’s enrollment and participation in

athletics.

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

An extra benefit is any special gift or

arrangement provided to a student-athlete,

or student-athlete’s friend or family member,

which is not available to the general KU

student body or the general population.

Impermissible Extra Benefits include, but

are not limited to, free or discounted meals,

services, transportation and any financial

assistance. Please contact the Compliance

department prior to providing any gift or

benefit to a student-athlete.

COMPLIANCE

PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETES

NCAA rules prohibit boosters from engaging in recruiting activities designed to secure a prospect’s

enrollment at the University of Kansas.

Permissible Booster Activities:

Continuing to have contact with an established

family friend or neighbor who is a prospect

(Contact Compliance for pre-existing

relationship form – must submit to ensure

eligibility of student-athlete.)

Viewing a prospect’s game on your own

initiative

Receiving a call from a prospect only if the

prospect initiates the call and it is not for a

recruiting purpose

Notifying the Kansas coaching staff of

prospects

As a Booster you MAY NOT:

Contact or call a prospect that you have not

had a long-standing relationship with (The

relationship must pre-date the ninth grade.)

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

Promote and/or encourage a prospect to attend

the University of Kansas or conduct in any

communication that has a recruiting theme

Provide any inducement or extra benefit to a

prospective student-athlete, current student-

athlete or their family.



Matt BatyAssociate AD Williams Fund, Marketing & Sales

Jennifer BerquistAssociate AD Williams Fund

John HadlAssociate AD Major Gifts

Pat HendersonAssistant AD Development

Greg GurleyDirector Development

Stephani BoydDirector Williams Fund

Bailey ThayerAssistant Director Williams Fund

WILLIAMS EDUCATION FUND TEAM

Richard FloerschAccount Manager

Zach HanoodAccount Manager


Jake AlbrightTrack & Field // Senior // Bucyrus, Kan.

“ The members of the Williams Education Fund have been great contributors in helping student-athletes at the University of Kansas like myself. It has been an incredible experience to compete as a Jayhawk and I just want to say thank you for all that you have done for our University and our athletic department!

”Janet KochTennis // Sophomore // Durbanville, South Africa

“ I’m very appreciative of the opportunity to receive an education. I would not have had this opportunity back home to be able to study what I want (human biology, pre-med) and to pursue my dream of playing tennis. I’m very grateful to the members of the Williams Education Fund who made this possible for me.

”

Sammie SchurigSwimming & Diving // Senior // Topeka, Kan.

“ It’s such a testament to KU that no one wants to leave when they graduate. I am in the same boat, but I am comforted knowing my education here has prepared me. School is by no means easy, but the resources KU provides through alumni events and classes have given me real-world experience and an education that makes it fun to go to class.

”

Ariadna Fonseca Diaz Women’s Golf // Sophomore // Caracas, Venezuela

“ I’m extremely thankful. Being able to be here in the States and to attend such a great university is priceless. It is not only the education, but having the privilege to be a part of such a great community and having so many more opportunities than I would have had back home, while doing what I love – which is playing golf – is remarkable.

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Patty CorkerAdministrative Assistant

Kathy MooreGift Processing Specialist

Connor StremelAccount Manager

Anthony RittofAccount Manager

Ryley HaasAccount Manager

Jackie LaBargeSpecial Events Assistant

Tanner JourneyAccount Manager

Kelle DalderAccount Manager


Rudy KarreBaseball // Sophomore // Peoria, Ariz.

“ We can’t thank you enough for

everything you do. It is the people of the

Williams Education Fund who allow us to

have first-class facilities and a first-class

experience at the University of Kansas.

The opportunity to play baseball here is

something I will never take for granted; we

cannot thank you enough. ”

Megan McMullenDirector Donor Hospitality and Events


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