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Augenstein Alumni Center1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016
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The Augenstein Alumni Center
BUILDING OUR FUTURE
The Augenstein Alumni Center is a place that
brings the history and traditions of the University to
life and instills the WKU Spirit in future generations of
Hilltoppers.
Your participation in the Alumni Center Campaign
is essential. From Donor Wall pledges fulfilled for as lit-
tle as $17 per month to naming opportunities through-
out the facility, we hope you will take part in this
exciting project.
Dale Augenstein (’81)
President 2011 - 2012
WKU Alumni Association National Board of Directors
&
Chair of the Alumni Center Fundraising Campaign
Owner of Steamer Seafood, Hilton Head Island, SC
“Each day our alumni are becoming more integrally involved in the life of
WKU. Alumni serve on committees, recruit students, provide expertise on
new initiatives and contribute their time and financial resources. Yet, our
campus does not have a place for us to call home. The Alumni Association
is pleased to truly create a focal point for our alumni and visitors to enjoy.”
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WKU Gateway to Downtown Bowling Green
Block 12 - Parking Structure with Residential and Commercial Wrap
Additional development on the block includes a parking garage, residential units, retail space and inviting public space.
The garage holds more than 450 vehicles, as well as office space for the WKU Police Department. Apartment living, as well
as a market, coffee shop and WKU Store location wrap the parking garage, providing an attractive and inviting environment
for residents and visitors alike.
Block 12 of the TIF (Tax Incremental Fi-
nancing) District sits next to the WKU campus
and is defined as the area bordered by Center
Street, 14th Street, Kentucky Street and 13th
Street. The Augenstein Alumni Center is the
centerpiece of the Gateway and creates a hub
for activity adjacent to the campus. The Gate-
way provides a perfect blend with other quality
of life enhancements, such as the Bowling
Green Ballpark, Southern Kentucky Perform-
ing Arts Center and Circus Square Park.
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Courtyard Plaza
The Augenstein Alumni Center
The Courtyard Plaza is a wel-
coming outdoor space connecting
the Augenstein Alumni Center with
the WKU Store, coffee shop, mar-
ket and parking garage. The Plaza
holds a statue of Big Red, graduat-
ing class time capsules, a fountain
and seating, making it an excellent
space for a casual rendezvous and
outdoor events of all types.
The Augenstein Alumni
Center, located at the corner of
Center and 14th Streets, provides
much-needed space for visiting
alumni and the WKU commu-
nity to hold meetings, social
events and educational programs.
Many functions are accommo-
dated in a variety of venues ac-
cessible to virtually any size
audience. The Alumni Center
also houses the Office of Alumni
Relations and Annual Giving, the
Office of Advancement Services
and the WKU Foundation.
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Atrium
The Atrium is a comfortable venue on campus for recep-
tions, entertainment and social gatherings. The Atrium is a
welcoming two-story space with seating, the Farmers Na-
tional Bank Exhibit Gallery, the Sinks Grand Fireplace, the
Grand Staircase and the Atrium Bar. It adjoins the WKU Mu-
seum and receives visitors to the Augenstein Alumni Center.
Sinks Grand Fireplace
The Tim (’78) and Darlene (’79) Sinks Grand Fireplace is a two-
story stone fireplace located in the Atrium of the Augenstein
Alumni Center. Adding to the comfortable feel of the space, the
Fireplace evokes a sense of “home” in the Alumni Center.
Atrium Bar
The Atrium Bar offers an attractive space for serving
during various events. Outfitted with fine countertops and
cabinetry, the Atrium Bar adds flair to an already inviting
and comfortable space.
Inside the AugensteinAlumni Center
First Floor
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Robertson and Feix Grand Ballrooms
The Lee Robertson (’50) and Jimmy Feix (’53) Grand Ballrooms are the heart of the Augenstein Alumni Center. These
spacious rooms, adorned with rich WKU carpeting and fine fixtures, are used for a range of events, including business meet-
ings, lectures, social gatherings, formal dinners and wedding receptions. When combined, the Ballrooms can accommodate
up to 300 dinner style and as many as 1,000 theatre style.
WKU Museum
The WKU Museum is a unique space that
depicts the traditions and spirit of WKU. It
contains memorabilia from the rich history of
WKU, reflecting excellence and evoking a
sense of pride for all who pass through its
door. This room represents the past, present
and future of the institution.
Showcasing the Spirit
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Atrium Overlook & Hall of Inspiration
The Hall of Inspiration is located
off the second floor mezzanine and
serves as space to recognize WKU’s
Hall of Distinguished Alumni, as well as
a place to celebrate the many contribu-
tions to society made by WKU alumni,
faculty, staff and students.
Inspiration & Education
Second Floor
Watkins Executive Auditorium
The Hays Watkins (‘47) Executive Auditorium offers tiered seating, workspace, and electric and network connections for up to
75 guests. With comfortable seating and excellent audio-visual capacity, this space welcomes all prospective students to WKU and
provides a location for classes, speakers and guest lectures.
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Owsley Library
The Bob (’58) and Martha Jean (’51)
Owsley Library is a beautiful room and one
of the most charming on the entire WKU
campus, featuring wood flooring, floor to
ceiling wood casework, area rugs and com-
fortable seating. The Owsley Library houses
literature about WKU, works authored by
WKU alumni, faculty, staff and students, as
well as videos of WKU’s Hall of Distin-
guished Alumni and previous issues of the
Talisman, Business University Towers, Col-
lege Heights Herald and WKU ALUMNUS,
ALUMNI and WKU SPIRIT.
History & Leadership
Guillaume Executive Board Room
The Rick (’65) and Ann
(’65) Guillaume Executive
Board Room is the premiere
choice on campus for board
and committee meetings.
The room includes a variety
of multimedia capabilities,
fine carpeting and finishes.
There are outstanding views
of Van Meter Hall and the
top of campus via French
doors that open onto the
second floor veranda.
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Elegance with a touch of home
Mutchler Living Room
The Mutchler Family Liv-
ing Room provides a unique
“home” environment with infor-
mal seating (couches, loveseats,
armchairs, etc.), the Greater
Louisville Alumni Chapter Fire-
place, a television and a wet bar.
The Living Room is ideal for re-
ceptions, luncheons, open
houses, watching sporting
events and other intimate gath-
erings of up to 50 people.
Executive Dining Room
The Executive Dining
Room is a beautiful setting
with a custom WKU dining
table seating up to 14 peo-
ple, a custom stained glass
chandelier, rich fixtures,
cabinetry and WKU china.
A private space, the Dining
Room is the perfect location
for small social gatherings,
meetings and luncheons.
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How you can help
Your participation in the Augenstein
Alumni Center Campaign is essential. Please
join other members of the WKU family in en-
suring this beautiful facility is a fixture on the
WKU campus for future generations.
All donors making gifts of $1,000 or more
will be permanently and prominently recog-
nized in the Augenstein Alumni Center on a
donor recognition wall.
“Throughout WKU’s distinguished history, our
alumni have played an important role in enhancing
and strengthening the WKU Spirit. Now, we hope
alumni and friends will eagerly help us celebrate the past and plan
for the future as we embark on this new venture. The Alumni Center
is a much needed and welcomed addition to the WKU campus; a
facility for our 90,000 alumni and many University friends to
proudly call home.”
Donald Smith (’94)
Executive Director, WKU Alumni Association
Augenstein Alumni Center1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016
˛ YES, Start my gift to the Augenstein Alumni Center
Donor Wall Gift
o My gift is eligible to be matched by my employer(Please include your company’s matching gift form - www.matchinggifts.com/wku)
Method of Paymentanytime online at www.wku.edu/makeagift
o Check (Payable to WKU Foundation)
o Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Beginning date ___ / 15 /___
(Please include a voided check - withdrawals made on the 15th of each month)
o Credit Card / Debit Card (Fill in card information below)
o VISA o Discovero MasterCard o American Express
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Your gift to the WKU Foundation may be tax deductible.
CARD NUMBER V-CODE
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NAME GRAD YEAR
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3 Easy Ways
to GiveINTERNETwww.wku.edu/makeagift
CALL1-888-WKU-ALUM (958-2586)
MAILWKU Alumni Association2 31
WKU Alumni Association1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016
(270) 745-4395Toll Free (888) WKU-ALUM (958-2586)
email: [email protected]: www.alumni.wku.edu
Other $ _________ Total Enclosed $ ____________
o $1,000 o Pay in full
INSTALLMENT OPTIONS
o $200 year/5 years
o $17 month/5 years*
o $5,000 o Pay in full
INSTALLMENT OPTIONS
o $1,000 year/5 years
o $84 month/5 years*
o $2,500 o Pay in full
INSTALLMENT OPTIONS
o $500 year/5 years
o $42 month/5 years*
Your pledge can be fulfilled for as little as $17 per month, so it is truly a grassroots effort in which all alumni can participate.
o $10,000+
NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
o Please contact me regarding naming opportunities in the Augenstein Alumni Center
* Automatic Credit/Debit/EFT only
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