January 16, 2010

Despite meeting fundraising target, WMU will not reinstate Men's T&F

To WMU alumni and friends:

Word from Western Michigan University is that it "will not be moving forward with implementation of a full track program in 2010". Efforts to begin, at least, the men's cross country program in 2010 do not appear to have been successful. However, pledge cards have been sent out to those alumni and friends who have made pledges.

Each individual should do what he or she thinks best but the suggestion of the Bring Back Track committee is that the cards be returned to the Development Office with the following note:

'My pledge will be honored when the recomendation to bring back the men's track and field and cross country programs is taken to the WMU Board of Trustees and approved.'

We would be entirely remiss if we did not thank each and every one of you who rallied to the support of the men's track programs and made your pledges. Your belief in our sport and your willingness to stand up and be counted is, by far, the best thing that has happened in the past year.

Thank you!

Bring Back Track Committee