MONROE, La. -- University of Louisiana at Monroe President Dr. Nick J. Bruno and ULM Athletic Director Brian Wickstrom are expressing their support for ULM Football.
The administrators want to assure the local community, recruits, and fans that the Warhawk Football program is in a state of growth, and will remain a part of the university's landscape and culture.
"I want to make it extremely clear that the university is committed to the football program, and I have taken extreme measures toward that commitment through agreements with community and alumni donors for our new football field, a brand new fieldhouse and other investments," said Bruno. "Athletics self-generated revenues are up about 20 percent over the same period last year, and we are pleased with our progress. The football program-as part of the entire athletic program-is central to the mission of our strategic plan, which is why I hired one of the best fundraising athletic directors in the country."
Wickstrom has led the athletic department to one of its most successful years since arriving in July, 2013. Within the last eight months, Wickstrom and his staff have raised over $5.5 million for various projects and facilities upgrades.
"Dr. Bruno and I have a very close working relationship," said Wickstrom. "He is very supportive of Athletics and discontinuing the football program has never been brought up in any of our conversations. I believe the sharp increase in funds generated from within the department and the record fundraising numbers show a bright future for ULM football. We continue major facility improvements, which also show a great dedication to our football program."
Of the $5.5 million raised, $5 million is earmarked for the football program, including the new JPS Field at Malone Stadium-installed in spring 2014; the new end zone facility; and the Malone Stadium nutrition center addition and weight room renovation.
This post was edited on 12/12 2:22 PM by Dusty
From ULM Sports Information
The administrators want to assure the local community, recruits, and fans that the Warhawk Football program is in a state of growth, and will remain a part of the university's landscape and culture.
"I want to make it extremely clear that the university is committed to the football program, and I have taken extreme measures toward that commitment through agreements with community and alumni donors for our new football field, a brand new fieldhouse and other investments," said Bruno. "Athletics self-generated revenues are up about 20 percent over the same period last year, and we are pleased with our progress. The football program-as part of the entire athletic program-is central to the mission of our strategic plan, which is why I hired one of the best fundraising athletic directors in the country."
Wickstrom has led the athletic department to one of its most successful years since arriving in July, 2013. Within the last eight months, Wickstrom and his staff have raised over $5.5 million for various projects and facilities upgrades.
"Dr. Bruno and I have a very close working relationship," said Wickstrom. "He is very supportive of Athletics and discontinuing the football program has never been brought up in any of our conversations. I believe the sharp increase in funds generated from within the department and the record fundraising numbers show a bright future for ULM football. We continue major facility improvements, which also show a great dedication to our football program."
Of the $5.5 million raised, $5 million is earmarked for the football program, including the new JPS Field at Malone Stadium-installed in spring 2014; the new end zone facility; and the Malone Stadium nutrition center addition and weight room renovation.
This post was edited on 12/12 2:22 PM by Dusty
From ULM Sports Information
