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Join us for the
2021 President's Honors
April 16, 2021.
President’s Honors is first and foremost a celebration — of God’s faithfulness, of donor generosity, and of all that makes MidAmerica Nazarene University’s mission worthy of unwavering, sacrificial support.
Because an in-person event of our typical size and magnitude won’t be possible due to COVID-19, this year’s President’s Honors will be much different than past events:
- Instead of transforming Cook Center into an elegant gala venue, we will be presenting the event entirely online from the Bell Cultural Events Center.
- Instead of charging $100 per person, everyone will have free access to the event online.
- Instead of opening our auctions only to attendees of our on site event, this year’s Silent Auction will be available to everyone with bidding starting on auction packages prior to the event on Monday, April 12.
- Instead of honoring people or organizations, the hour-long virtual event will honor significant moments over the past year that helped MNU navigate the pandemic and demonstrate a pioneering spirit to emerge stronger than ever.
- Instead of looking back at our historic past, we will give you a future glimpse at the Cunningham Center (currently under construction) and share some exciting new plans for other areas of our campus.
But not everything will change this year! You can expect to hear the MNU story told from the perspective of our students and faculty. This virtual experience will also feature musical performances from MNU choirs and bands, as well as mobile auctions and celebrations of generosity. Alumni and friends join corporate sponsors and community partners to reflect and celebrate the importance of MNU’s mission and the difference our students are making around the world.
We invite you to join us wherever you are on Friday, April 16, for the newest expression of President’s Honors!
Access to the event opens at 6:30 PM CST and the formal program starts at 7:00 PM CST.
We encourage all participants to join us by 6:45 PM CST at the latest in order to have time to register for the auction and review pre-event information.
AUCTION ITEMS
This year, President’s Honors features a mobile-only auction—meaning, guests bid on their smartphone or tablet device. Click on the bidding instructions for more information, including our toll-free call center number if you need assistance.
Auctions are an important part of President’s Honors and we have an ambitious fundraising goal this year. With your help and God’s blessing, we believe we can achieve it. Remember, proceeds from tonight’s auction will support student scholarships, so have fun bidding!
Explore the great outdoors with a wildlife adventure in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
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Eat your way through the signature N’awlins flavors with this getaway for four.
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Watch the game like kings and queens! A Royals suite for 10 for your viewing pleasure.
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Reconnect on top of the world at Bolt Farms Treehouses.
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Seize the opportunity to name MidAmerica Nazarene University's circle drive.
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Enjoy a 6 night stay in Panama City Beach, Florida.
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Tee off with Dr. Ed Nash at Tall Grass Country Club in Wichita, Kansas.
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This year, President’s Honors features a mobile-only auction—meaning, guests bid on their smartphone or tablet device. Review the bidding instructions.
Auctions are an important part of President’s Honors and we have an ambitious fundraising goal this year. With your help and God’s blessing, we believe we can achieve it. Remember, proceeds from tonight’s auction will support student scholarships, so have fun bidding!
Explore the great outdoors with a wildlife adventure in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Learn MoreValue
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Eat your way through the signature N’awlins flavors with this getaway for four.
Learn MoreValue
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Watch the game like kings and queens! A Royals suite for 10 for your viewing pleasure.
Learn MoreValue
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Reconnect on top of the world at Bolt Farms Treehouses.
Learn MoreValue
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Seize the opportunity to name MidAmerica Nazarene University's circle drive.
Learn MoreValue
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Enjoy a 6 night stay in Panama City Beach, Florida.
Learn MoreValue
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Tee off with Dr. Ed Nash at Tall Grass Country Club in Wichita, Kansas.
Learn MoreValue
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MEET OUR SPONSORS
The generous support of sponsors makes the President’s Honors a success! Interested in being a 2021 sponsor?
Being a President’s Honors sponsor is a great way to entertain friends and clients, reward employees or raise awareness of Christian higher education among friends. To learn more about the sponsorship opportunities for the 2021 President’s Honors, contact us at 913.971.3600 or email presidentshonors@mnu.edu.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$100,000
- Presidential recognition during event
- Name/logo prominently displayed throughout livestream broadcast
- Inclusion as presenting sponsor on event invitations (deadline: Feb. 1)
- Prominent recognition in gratitude segment during event, in digital program, on event website and in opening/closing credits
$50,000
- Foundation leadership recognition during event
- Name/logo displayed throughout livestream broadcast
- Prominent recognition in gratitude segment during event, in digital program, on event website and in opening/closing credits
$25,000
- Event leadership recognition during event
- Name/logo displayed during select program segments
- Recognition in gratitude segment during event, in digital program, on event website, and in opening/closing credits
$10,000
- Event leadership recognition during event
- Name displayed during select program segments
- Recognition in digital program, on event website, and in event credits
$5,000
- Name displayed during event
- Recognition in digital program, on event website, and in event credits
$2,500
$1,000
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Presenting Sponsors |
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Allen & Madeline Tollefson |
Platinum Sponsors |
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D. Ray & Elaine Cook Family Foundation |
Olathe Medical Center |
Gold Sponsors |
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Brent & Lynette Barkman |
Dr. Chris & Janet Halvorson
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Dr. Gary & Vickie Morsch |
Chuck & Kathy Nunamaker |
Pioneer College Caterers
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Quality Technology Services |
Silver Sponsors |
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A.L. Huber General Contractor |
Assurance Agency |
City of Olathe |
CrossFirst Bank |
Keith & Lisa Dobrolinsky |
Fry Orthodontic Specialists |
Hartsook
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Dr. Larry & Donna McIntire |
Precision Printing
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Scott Relf & Family |
Bronze Sponsors |
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Anonymous |
College Church of the Nazarene |
FCI Advisors |
Jack & April Hansen
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Harlan C. Parker Insurance Agency |
Hephner TV & Electronics |
Dr. Glenn & Peggy Kell Family |
Jay Ketterling |
Midwest Trust Company |
Olathe Chamber of Commerce |
PGAV Architects |
Prime Capital |
Dr. Dan & JoAnne Rexroth |
Dr. David & Donna Spittal |
Pioneer Sponsors |
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Anonymous (2) |
Roger & Dr. Linda Alexander |
Chris & Dr. Wendy Belcher |
Drs. Dhruba Chakravarti & Andrea Herman-Chakravarti
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Dr. Merrill & Kandi Conant |
Keith & Julie Cox
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Bob & Sharon Crew
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DEW Ad Specialties (Dave & Ellen White)
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Esther H. Eppler |
Billy Garton |
Kevin & Julie Gilmore |
Miguel & Dr. Jill Gonzalez-Bravo
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Iowa District Church of the Nazarene
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Kansas City District Church of the Nazarene
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Dr. Jay & Courtney Main |
Dr. David & Gloria McKellips |
Missouri District Church of the Nazarene |
Dr. Jon & Faith North |
Olathe Fire Department |
Cliff & Jackie Pemble |
PKMR Engineers |
Prairie Lakes District Church of the Nazarene
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Dr. Barth & Kathy Smith |
John & Cathy Veach |
Heritage Sponsors |
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Chick-Fil-A Olathe Pointe |
Dr. O.E. and Joyce Dement |
Leray & Lesa Glendenning |
Joplin District Church of the Nazarene |
The Kansas Paint Company |
Joel & Carolyn Pickering Family |
Dr. Otto & Beulah Theel Family |

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