March 29, 2022
The Shawnee State University Development Foundation’s President’s Gala will be held on Saturday, Apr. 23 in a virtual format. Held annually on campus to celebrate university achievements of the past year while raising support for various programs across campus, the President’s Gala brings together university administration, faculty, donors, alumni, and supporters from the surrounding community. This year’s President’s Gala, while held in a virtual format, will allow an opportunity for the campus community to celebrate together.
“The President’s Gala has been such a wonderful event in the past, creating memories for our supporters in the Shawnee State family,” said Chris Moore, Executive Director of the SSU Development Foundation. “While we wish we could be together in one room, it does not dampen our enthusiasm for this event. We will continue to tell the story of SSU, building on last year’s event to provide an experience that is commensurate with the support we have been shown through the years.”
This year’s Gala will benefit the Friends of Shawnee Scholarship. Established in 2002, the scholarship fund has awarded more than $250,000 to over 280 students attending SSU. As a need in additional scholarship funding for SSU students increases, the Friends of Shawnee Scholarship has increased its annual support by over 25% in the past three academic years – awarding nearly $150,000 in support since 2019.
Participants in this year’s Gala can choose to purchase a Gala Ticket, enter the Split the Pot Raffle, or make a bid in the online auction. Those purchasing a ticket will receive the 2022 Gala Box – featuring items created by SSU students in addition to sharing student stories. Split the Pot Raffle Tickets are available seven (7) for $100, three (3) for $50, or one (1) for $20. The winning ticket will receive half of the proceeds while the remaining amount will benefit the Friends of Shawnee Scholarship fund. The online Gala Auction will open on Apr. 1 and will showcase items donated from campus partners as well as the surrounding community.
Details on the 2022 President’s Gala can be found online at ssugala.com. The deadline to enter the Split the Pot Raffle or make a bid in the online auction is Friday, Apr. 22 at 5 pm. The event will be livestreamed on the President’s Gala website starting at 7 pm on Apr. 23. For additional information, contact the SSU Development Foundation at ssudf@shawnee.edu or (740) 351-3284.