Southeastern Louisiana University reached its 100-million-dollar goal for its “Get There Together” fundraising campaign, celebrating 100 years of SLU. The university’s biggest fundraising campaign to date, university President Dr. William Wainwright says funds will go towards supporting scholarships and professorships.
“A lot of it goes straight to the classroom. It goes to support students. It goes to support faculty. There’s also support for infrastructure, continued growth and infrastructure improvements,” Wainwright explained.
The campaign is led by Honorary Chair and ABC GOOD MORNING AMERICA Anchor Robin Roberts. Dr. Wainwright says the former Lion will return to Hammond in October for the ribbon cutting of the Robin Roberts Broadcast Media Center.
“There will be a lot of coverage of that. ABC (television) will be on campus, and we can expect the following week to tell the world about the impact of this transformational investment,” Wainwright said.
The initiative will continue to raise money throughout Southeastern’s centennial year. Dr. Wainwright says he’s proud of the continued growth of the university and hopes the current momentum can ensure a strong future. He invites everyone, not just alumni, to join the 100-year celebrations.
“Go to our website (www.southeastern.edu) and in our search bar, just type, “Centennial activities.” You’ll get the entire calendar for the year. Come out and enjoy the 100-year anniversary of our beloved Southeastern,” Wainwright said.
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