The Claim That “Memorial Stadium Remains Central” Is Not True
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Anonymous
1 year ago
Our family has a deep and rich tradition at the University of Illinois (3 generations of graduates) as well as in the military. The generosity of Larry Geis and his family is not in question-nor is the collective gratitude for his amazing donation. For our family, this is purely about maintaining the historical aspect of this beautiful monument to our service men and women that has stood now for 100 years.
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Robert Ogle
1 year ago
Everything that is tradition is being altered by name changes.
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Linda Ogle
1 year ago
First it was the Chief Illiniwek, then the Assembly Hall was renamed....what's next? The Illini Union, The Alma Mater.?
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Donna Matteson
1 year ago
One of the two original signers of this petition, along with Phil Matteson.
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Phillip Matteson
1 year ago
Phillip Matteson is the first person to sign our petition.
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Jim
1 year ago
Signing this petition will help ensure that the name Memorial Stadium remains intact and unaltered preserving its historical and emotional significance for generations to come.
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Gary Danenhower
1 year ago
I agree.
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John Murdoch
1 year ago
A very worthy cause
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Steve McMillen
1 year ago
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It's insulting to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in 2024 and then change the name in 2025. People can give in the true spirit of philanthropy without having to see their names on everything. (I am a UIUC alum LAS '85.)
Our family has a deep and rich tradition at the University of Illinois (3 generations of graduates) as well as in the military. The generosity of Larry Geis and his family is not in question-nor is the collective gratitude for his amazing donation. For our family, this is purely about maintaining the historical aspect of this beautiful monument to our service men and women that has stood now for 100 years.
Everything that is tradition is being altered by name changes.
First it was the Chief Illiniwek, then the Assembly Hall was renamed....what's next? The Illini Union, The Alma Mater.?
One of the two original signers of this petition, along with Phil Matteson.
Phillip Matteson is the first person to sign our petition.
Signing this petition will help ensure that the name Memorial Stadium remains intact and unaltered preserving its historical and emotional significance for generations to come.
I agree.
A very worthy cause
It's insulting to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in 2024 and then change the name in 2025. People can give in the true spirit of philanthropy without having to see their names on everything. (I am a UIUC alum LAS '85.)
A Memorial should remain so.