Olympic torch runs through New York City on world tour
The Olympic flame arrived in New York for a five borough relay as part of a five continent tour ahead of the Athens Games. Bob Beamon led 34 miles of torchbearers including Sean Combs. Nancy Olson carried the flame from a wheelchair. Mayor Bloomberg and Melina Kanakaredes attended a Queens ceremony before a Times Square finale.
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Saluki athletic fundraising drives growth for SIU program
The Southern Illinois University SIU Salukis athletics fundraising group SASF nears 2 million in total donations this year. Leaders Bell and Kowalczyk say unrestricted gifts fuel scholarships and long term competitiveness across 17 sports, noting the need to sustain the annual fund for continued success.
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Growth plans for SIU SASF target 500000 by 2007
SIU athletic leaders Paul Kowalczyk and Tommy Bell outline SASF expansion beyond Southern Illinois to reach 500000 by June 2007. They seek a dedicated annual fund staffer, a volunteer donor network in Chicago St Louis and Springfield, and a priority points system to boost gifts, facilities, and endowments while maintaining season-ticket loyalty.
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