We are continuing our Journey to 2030: Always Forward to build a better future for our university and students. On this day, we will celebrate on campus and ask all who believe in the Marian mission and values to donate to the Marian school, team, scholarship, and other initiatives that are near and dear to you. You may have questions—and we have answers:
What is it? Day for the Knights: The single largest donor day in Marian history!
What is the goal? 2,030 donors supporting Marian’s schools, athletics, students, and initiatives
Who is this day for? This day is for everyone who believes in Marian’s mission to be a great Catholic university dedicated to achieving excellence in learning, which is achieved through teaching, research, and scholarly activities in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition. Whether you are on campus, an alumni, parent of a student, or simply a Friend of Marian, we need you!
How can I get involved?
- Donate!
- Ask your friends, family, and colleagues to support;
- Follow us and share our messaging on social media;
- If you are on campus, join one of the many events hosted by our schools, clubs, and athletic teams.
Help us complete our challenges and unlock more than $85,000 for #DayForTheKnights2023! You could even win a prize along the way.
$50,000 Alumni Challenge
For every 100 Marian University alumni that give, we unlock a $5,000 gift, up to $50,000. This means we need 1,000 alumni to give to complete this challenge!
$10,000 Alumni Challenge
Once we receive our 1,000th alumni gift, we will unlock an additional $10,000, specifically designated for the new Alumni House at Allison Mansion!
$10,000 Athletics Challenge
The top THREE athletic teams that bring in the most donors (as shown on the leaderboard below) will split $10,000 in challenge funds!
$10,000 Knight's M-Club Challenge
Once we receive our 100th gift for the Knight's M-Club, we will unlock $10,000!
$2,500 Study Abroad Challenge
Dollar-for-dollar, we will unlock up to $2,500 for the Study Abroad designation!
#MUBucketHatChallenge
We're giving away a limited-number of Sr. Norma Rocklage, OSF, Ph. D., '60 bucket hats! The only way to win them is to spread the word? Become an advocate below and start sending out your unique link. If you're one of the people who bring in the most gifts (donors, not dollars), you'll win one!
#DayForTheKnights2023 Limited-edition Hawaiian-print Shirt
*This is an on-campus only offer*
Any donation of or more than $5 makes you eligible for a limited-edition Day for the Knights Hawaiian-print shirt. Starting at 9 a.m., we will have a table in the Dining Commons, where you can donate or show proof of donation and get a shirt.
This is first-come, first-served, while supplies last.
Donors
View All Donors| Athletic Program | Donors | Raised ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Women's Volleyball | 156 | $16,167 |
| Marian Knight Dancers | 1 | $50 |
| Men's Tennis | 7 | $450 |
| Men's Soccer | 9 | $268 |
| Cycling | 17 | $1,375 |
| Women's Lacrosse | 7 | $385 |
| Men's Cross Country | 12 | $144 |
| Women's Soccer | 43 | $4,019 |
| Women's Basketball | 17 | $6,990 |
| Men's Rugby | 25 | $1,179 |
| Men's Golf | 37 | $8,915 |
| Women's Golf | 75 | $2,071 |
| Men's Track & Field | 72 | $2,599 |
| Men's Bowling | 10 | $520 |
| Men's Baseball | 24 | $2,419 |
| Men's Basketball | 26 | $6,270 |
| Men's Football | 46 | $5,758 |
| Men's Wrestling | 10 | $769 |
| Women's Softball | 10 | $760 |
| Cheerleading | 11 | $380 |
| Women's Tennis | 6 | $230 |
| Designation | Donors | Raised ($) |
|---|---|---|
| City Connects (KEC) | 1 | $50 |
| Center for Vibrant Schools (KEC) | 9 | $785 |
| Marian University's Ancilla College | 7 | $345 |
| School of Global and Cultural Studies (CAS) | 20 | $365 |
| College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) | 146 | $2,809 |
| Leighton School of Nursing (LSON) | 46 | $2,236 |
| School of Science and Mathematics (CAS) | 12 | $875 |
| E. S. Witchger School of Engineering (ESW-SOE) | 25 | $2,656 |
| Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) | 19 | $6,230 |
| Byrum School of Business (BSOB) | 55 | $3,851 |
| Fred S. Klipsch Educators College (KEC) | 48 | $4,800 |
| School of Behavioral and Applied Social Sciences (CAS) | 6 | $85 |
| School of Theology, Philosophy, and Ministry (CAS) | 6 | $1,330 |
| Marian University's Saint Joseph's College | 2 | $20 |
