Augenstein Alumni Center

Augenstein Alumni Center1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016

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The Augenstein Alumni Center

BUILDING OUR FUTURE

The Augenstein Alumni Center is a place that

brings the history and traditions of the University to

life and instills the WKU Spirit in future generations of

Hilltoppers.

Your participation in the Alumni Center Campaign

is essential. From Donor Wall pledges fulfilled for as lit-

tle as $17 per month to naming opportunities through-

out the facility, we hope you will take part in this

exciting project.

Dale Augenstein (’81)

President 2011 - 2012

WKU Alumni Association National Board of Directors

&

Chair of the Alumni Center Fundraising Campaign

Owner of Steamer Seafood, Hilton Head Island, SC

“Each day our alumni are becoming more integrally involved in the life of

WKU. Alumni serve on committees, recruit students, provide expertise on

new initiatives and contribute their time and financial resources. Yet, our

campus does not have a place for us to call home. The Alumni Association

is pleased to truly create a focal point for our alumni and visitors to enjoy.”


WKU Gateway to Downtown Bowling Green

Block 12 - Parking Structure with Residential and Commercial Wrap

Additional development on the block includes a parking garage, residential units, retail space and inviting public space.

The garage holds more than 450 vehicles, as well as office space for the WKU Police Department. Apartment living, as well

as a market, coffee shop and WKU Store location wrap the parking garage, providing an attractive and inviting environment

for residents and visitors alike.

Block 12 of the TIF (Tax Incremental Fi-

nancing) District sits next to the WKU campus

and is defined as the area bordered by Center

Street, 14th Street, Kentucky Street and 13th

Street. The Augenstein Alumni Center is the

centerpiece of the Gateway and creates a hub

for activity adjacent to the campus. The Gate-

way provides a perfect blend with other quality

of life enhancements, such as the Bowling

Green Ballpark, Southern Kentucky Perform-

ing Arts Center and Circus Square Park.


Courtyard Plaza

The Augenstein Alumni Center

The Courtyard Plaza is a wel-

coming outdoor space connecting

the Augenstein Alumni Center with

the WKU Store, coffee shop, mar-

ket and parking garage. The Plaza

holds a statue of Big Red, graduat-

ing class time capsules, a fountain

and seating, making it an excellent

space for a casual rendezvous and

outdoor events of all types.

The Augenstein Alumni

Center, located at the corner of

Center and 14th Streets, provides

much-needed space for visiting

alumni and the WKU commu-

nity to hold meetings, social

events and educational programs.

Many functions are accommo-

dated in a variety of venues ac-

cessible to virtually any size

audience. The Alumni Center

also houses the Office of Alumni

Relations and Annual Giving, the

Office of Advancement Services

and the WKU Foundation.


Atrium

The Atrium is a comfortable venue on campus for recep-

tions, entertainment and social gatherings. The Atrium is a

welcoming two-story space with seating, the Farmers Na-

tional Bank Exhibit Gallery, the Sinks Grand Fireplace, the

Grand Staircase and the Atrium Bar. It adjoins the WKU Mu-

seum and receives visitors to the Augenstein Alumni Center.

Sinks Grand Fireplace

The Tim (’78) and Darlene (’79) Sinks Grand Fireplace is a two-

story stone fireplace located in the Atrium of the Augenstein

Alumni Center. Adding to the comfortable feel of the space, the

Fireplace evokes a sense of “home” in the Alumni Center.

Atrium Bar

The Atrium Bar offers an attractive space for serving

during various events. Outfitted with fine countertops and

cabinetry, the Atrium Bar adds flair to an already inviting

and comfortable space.

Inside the AugensteinAlumni Center

First Floor


Robertson and Feix Grand Ballrooms

The Lee Robertson (’50) and Jimmy Feix (’53) Grand Ballrooms are the heart of the Augenstein Alumni Center. These

spacious rooms, adorned with rich WKU carpeting and fine fixtures, are used for a range of events, including business meet-

ings, lectures, social gatherings, formal dinners and wedding receptions. When combined, the Ballrooms can accommodate

up to 300 dinner style and as many as 1,000 theatre style.

WKU Museum

The WKU Museum is a unique space that

depicts the traditions and spirit of WKU. It

contains memorabilia from the rich history of

WKU, reflecting excellence and evoking a

sense of pride for all who pass through its

door. This room represents the past, present

and future of the institution.

Showcasing the Spirit


Atrium Overlook & Hall of Inspiration

The Hall of Inspiration is located

off the second floor mezzanine and

serves as space to recognize WKU’s

Hall of Distinguished Alumni, as well as

a place to celebrate the many contribu-

tions to society made by WKU alumni,

faculty, staff and students.

Inspiration & Education

Second Floor

Watkins Executive Auditorium

The Hays Watkins (‘47) Executive Auditorium offers tiered seating, workspace, and electric and network connections for up to

75 guests. With comfortable seating and excellent audio-visual capacity, this space welcomes all prospective students to WKU and

provides a location for classes, speakers and guest lectures.


Owsley Library

The Bob (’58) and Martha Jean (’51)

Owsley Library is a beautiful room and one

of the most charming on the entire WKU

campus, featuring wood flooring, floor to

ceiling wood casework, area rugs and com-

fortable seating. The Owsley Library houses

literature about WKU, works authored by

WKU alumni, faculty, staff and students, as

well as videos of WKU’s Hall of Distin-

guished Alumni and previous issues of the

Talisman, Business University Towers, Col-

lege Heights Herald and WKU ALUMNUS,

ALUMNI and WKU SPIRIT.

History & Leadership

Guillaume Executive Board Room

The Rick (’65) and Ann

(’65) Guillaume Executive

Board Room is the premiere

choice on campus for board

and committee meetings.

The room includes a variety

of multimedia capabilities,

fine carpeting and finishes.

There are outstanding views

of Van Meter Hall and the

top of campus via French

doors that open onto the

second floor veranda.


Elegance with a touch of home

Mutchler Living Room

The Mutchler Family Liv-

ing Room provides a unique

“home” environment with infor-

mal seating (couches, loveseats,

armchairs, etc.), the Greater

Louisville Alumni Chapter Fire-

place, a television and a wet bar.

The Living Room is ideal for re-

ceptions, luncheons, open

houses, watching sporting

events and other intimate gath-

erings of up to 50 people.

Executive Dining Room

The Executive Dining

Room is a beautiful setting

with a custom WKU dining

table seating up to 14 peo-

ple, a custom stained glass

chandelier, rich fixtures,

cabinetry and WKU china.

A private space, the Dining

Room is the perfect location

for small social gatherings,

meetings and luncheons.


How you can help

Your participation in the Augenstein

Alumni Center Campaign is essential. Please

join other members of the WKU family in en-

suring this beautiful facility is a fixture on the

WKU campus for future generations.

All donors making gifts of $1,000 or more

will be permanently and prominently recog-

nized in the Augenstein Alumni Center on a

donor recognition wall.

“Throughout WKU’s distinguished history, our

alumni have played an important role in enhancing

and strengthening the WKU Spirit. Now, we hope

alumni and friends will eagerly help us celebrate the past and plan

for the future as we embark on this new venture. The Alumni Center

is a much needed and welcomed addition to the WKU campus; a

facility for our 90,000 alumni and many University friends to

proudly call home.”

Donald Smith (’94)

Executive Director, WKU Alumni Association

Augenstein Alumni Center1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016

˛ YES, Start my gift to the Augenstein Alumni Center

Donor Wall Gift

o My gift is eligible to be matched by my employer(Please include your company’s matching gift form - www.matchinggifts.com/wku)

Method of Paymentanytime online at www.wku.edu/makeagift

o Check (Payable to WKU Foundation)

o Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Beginning date ___ / 15 /___

(Please include a voided check - withdrawals made on the 15th of each month)

o Credit Card / Debit Card (Fill in card information below)

o VISA o Discovero MasterCard o American Express

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Your gift to the WKU Foundation may be tax deductible.

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3 Easy Ways

to GiveINTERNETwww.wku.edu/makeagift

CALL1-888-WKU-ALUM (958-2586)

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WKU Alumni Association1906 College Heights Blvd. #31016Bowling Green, KY 42101-1016

(270) 745-4395Toll Free (888) WKU-ALUM (958-2586)

email: [email protected]: www.alumni.wku.edu

Other $ _________ Total Enclosed $ ____________

o $1,000 o Pay in full

INSTALLMENT OPTIONS

o $200 year/5 years

o $17 month/5 years*


INSTALLMENT OPTIONS

o $1,000 year/5 years



INSTALLMENT OPTIONS

o $500 year/5 years


Your pledge can be fulfilled for as little as $17 per month, so it is truly a grassroots effort in which all alumni can participate.

o $10,000+

NAMING OPPORTUNITIES

o Please contact me regarding naming opportunities in the Augenstein Alumni Center

* Automatic Credit/Debit/EFT only

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