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The Anniversary Campaign - Celebrating 150 Years

In celebration and recognition of the 150th anniversary of Kentucky Wesleyan College, the college launched a $1.5 million campaign that will run through December 31, 2008. The campaign focuses on raising money for student scholarships, through the General Scholarship Fund and endowed scholarships. The Anniversary Campaign - Celebrating 150 Years will give all alumni and friends of the College the opportunity to help build a strong foundation for the future of Kentucky Wesleyan.

"There is no better way to celebrate Wesleyan's 150th birthday than to support scholarships," said Interim President Michael Fagan. "Your gift ensures that students continue to earn high quality degrees in a faith-based environment."

The year 2008 is truly an exciting time in the history of the College and there is much to be proud of and celebrate. As we reflect on the achievements of Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is perhaps no better time to actively prepare for the future. Raising $1.5 million through The Anniversary Campaign will help support generations of students.

As a bonus, the James Graham Brown Foundation will match 50% of all new endowment gifts to the College through December 1, 2008. The Brown match will go to the Brown Endowment Fund, which provides full tuition scholarships for academically gifted students.

The General Scholarship Fund supports academic, athletic, talent and church scholarships and benefits 98% of the students at Kentucky Wesleyan College.

Wayne Foster, chair of the Kentucky Wesleyan Board of Trustees, said, "A gift to the General Scholarship Fund or to our endowed scholarship fund is the perfect way to say 'Happy Birthday, Kentucky Wesleyan.' A successful Anniversary Campaign honors our past and expresses a commitment to our future."

If you need more information, please contact the Development Office at 270-852-3141 or jevans@kwc.edu.