Vol. 18, No. 6	Oct. 8, 1998

Campus United Way target set at $200,000

The Power of U" is the theme for the 1998 United Way campaign. The annual kickoff reception for this year's campus United Way drive is scheduled for Oct. 12, and the campaign will continue through Oct. 30, according to co-chairpersons Joyce Dennis Henderson and Karen Garrett, employee services.

This year's UD campaign goal is $200,000. Last year, UD employees exceeded the $185,000 goal.

"The annual campus United Way campaign offers all members of the University community an opportunity to help those who need assistance," Maxine Colm, vice president for administration, said. "The agencies and affiliated groups supported by the United Way touch a wide range of citizens, and many of us know someone who has benefited from the generosity of a United Way agency.

"I believe that our University employees contribute so willingly to the United Way campaign because they recognize the importance of the services and assistance that are provided," she added. "I am confident that, as in prior years, members of the University of Delaware family will again exceed our campus campaign goal and help the statewide effort surpass its objective."

According to President David Roselle, "Each year, the University of Delaware has responded enthusiastically to the United Way campaign. Members of the University community-its students, faculty and staff-have not only been active contributors, they also have offered their time and used their talents as volunteers to help others in need.

"I'm confident that this active participation will continue. And, as in years past, the University of Delaware will exceed its campaign giving goal and continue to serve as an example of generosity for others to follow."

The UD United Way video has been produced by Charles Marsh, University Media Services, Henderson said, and it will be premiered at the kickoff reception, at 3:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 12, in the Bob Carpenter Center.

An electronic video link will enable the program to be shown at the same time at the Lewes campus in Sussex County.

During the reception and program, campus solicitors will hear opening kickoff remarks from Roselle and 1998 United Way of Delaware Chairperson Stacey J. Mobley, senior vice president, external affairs, DuPont Co. and UD football color commentator Kevin Reilly.

Following the kickoff, there will be a reception in the Bob Carpenter Center with entertainment provided by Harvey Price, music, and his steel band.

An incentive program is being offered for employees who donate to the campaign. To be eligible, employees must give

• $5 per pay ($120 total) for a chance to win $800 towards a trip of their choice,

• $3 per pay ($72 total) for a chance to win all University of Delaware trips, and

• $1 per pay ($24 total) for a chance to win all the other incentives.

• Two tickets for two performances (Blue and Gold Series), two tickets for five performances (other Performing Arts Series) and two tickets for five performances (Junior Series).
  - Office of Alumni and University Relations

• Two round-trip train tickets to New York City or Washington, D.C., including one night of hotel accommodations (Saturday night only)
  - Ambassador Travel

• A free trip
  - University Travel Services

• Two gift certificates for performances at the Bob Carpenter Center
  - Bob Carpenter Center

• $800 towards a trip of the winner's choice
  - Campbell Travel

• Virden Center weekend accommodations for two
  - Conferences and Centers/ Lewes

• Motor coach transportation to New York City for two
  - Office of Continuing Education

• Two Delaware 4-H cookbooks and one week at 4-H camp for one child
  - Cooperative Extension

• Two complimentary family memberships
  - Delaware Nature Society

• Two Blue and Gold Club one-year memberships, a Blue and Gold Club dinner for two and four tickets to Beef, Basketball and Beer
  - Dining Services

• $50 gift certificate from Vita Nova
  - Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management Program

• Overnight accommodations with a continental breakfast for two
  - Hotel du Pont (This incentive is for Southern Delaware employees participants only.)

• Two nights of accommodations at the University Guest Apartments
  - Housing and Conference Services

• Two sets of four basketball tickets
  - Intercollegiate Athletics Program

• Two complimentary admission tickets for two
  - Longwood Gardens

• One 8 x 10 color photograph
  - Office of Public Relations

• One free gold parking permit or equivalent credit toward the cost of a gate or reserve parking pass
  - Department of Public Safety

• YoUDee-Gram
  - Office of Public Relations

• A one-year pool membership, ice skating passes and free linen services at the Carpenter Sports Building for two
  - Recreation and Intramural Programs

• Professional Theatre Training Program season tickets for two
  - Department of Theatre

• A Taste of Brandywine membership
  - U-Del Federal Credit Union

• Five pairs of tickets to the Summer Arts Festival
  - University relations (This incentive is for Southern Delaware employees participants only.)

• Three $25 gift certificates
  - University Bookstore

• Yuletide Candlelight Tour tickets for two at Winterthur Museum
  - Winterthur Museum

For information about the campaign or the video, which can be borrowed for showings in departments and offices, contact Henderson or Garrett at 831-2171.