Campaign Leadership

Wittenberg is honored that Wes ’70 and Ann Bates ’70 have committed a $10 million leadership gift to support health, wellness and athletics at their alma mater. Their gift is inspiring and reflects their unshakable confidence in the strategic direction of the university.

Joining Wes and Ann in making this vision a reality are multiple alumni and friends, including several who have agreed to lead the effort in their respective regions.

Springfield/Clark County

  • Bill Brougher, Chair
  • Andy Bell, Honorary Co-chair
  • Alicia Hupp, Honorary Co-chair
  • Phil Bartley
  • Ken Benne
  • Matt Croci
  • Karen Duncan
  • Eddie Ford
  • Wendy Ford
  • Bill Fralick
  • Tom Loftis
  • Don Lynam
  • Michael McDorman
  • Steve Neely
  • Thales Pavlatos
  • Alan Watson

Cleveland

  • Bill Edwards Jr., Chair
  • Marty Uhle, Honorary Co-chair
  • Jim Wymer, Honorary Co-chair

Columbus

  • Steve Buchenroth, Chair
  • Bob Ness, Honorary Chair

Thanks to the leadership, engagement and generosity of these committees and so many others, combined with Wittenberg’s new historic district designation, which has provided access to an anticipated $8.9 million in historic tax credits, this exciting initiative is positioning the university for unprecedented success.Tiger Up with us today.