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I first came to SIU on a basketball scholarship in 1957. Like so many others, had it not been for that financial assistance, I would have never become a Saluki.<\/p>\n
While earning two degrees, I received support and encouragement from faculty and staff members. My commitment to give back is personal. My life has been immeasurably changed by SIU, and I could never repay the university for what it has given me.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m encouraging everyone to help make a difference during the SIU Day of Giving<\/a> on Wednesday, March 7. This 24-hour, online giving campaign seeks to raise funds and awareness of on-campus needs, largely focusing on student scholarships.<\/p>\n When I came here, people helped me, and it made a major difference in my life. The Day of Giving<\/a> is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of current and future Salukis.<\/p>\n You can make a gift of any size by visiting siuday.siu.edu<\/a>. You can do so now or bookmark the page and wait until March 7.<\/p>\n Donations can be made in a number of ways, including payroll deductions. Click here to download the payroll deduction form.<\/a><\/p>\n I also encourage everyone to help spread the word about the Day of Giving<\/a>. Follow the SIU Foundation on Facebook<\/a> and Twitter<\/a> and use the hashtag #SIUDay on your social media accounts.<\/p>\n This year, there will be added competition among the colleges. A traveling trophy will be awarded to the college that raises the most money and the college that receives the most individual gifts.<\/p>\n On March 7, there will be Day of Giving booths in the Student Center and Morris Library. Chancellor Carlo Montemagno will speak at 2 p.m. in Morris Library.<\/p>\n Being a Saluki means being part of a great tradition. On March 7, I\u2019m asking all members of the SIU family to help ensure the Day of Giving<\/a> becomes a part of that tradition. Together, we can build a strong future.<\/p>\n Sincerely, I first came to SIU on a basketball scholarship in 1957. Like so many others, had it not been for that financial assistance, I would have never become a Saluki. While earning two degrees, I received support and encouragement from faculty and staff members. My commitment to give back is personal. My life has been … Continue reading Salukis Supporting Salukis – Harold Bardo<\/span>
\nHarold R. Bardo Ph.D.
\nAssociate Professor Emeritus<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"