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MISSION STATEMENT

AU Eagles Established in 2006, the Ashland University Gridiron Club’s mis­sion is to support the Ashland University Intercollegiate Football Program. The Gridiron Club is comprised of former Eagle play­ers, alumni, coaches and friends of the University who share a common interest in advancing the football program through the following activities:

• Financially supporting the football program with annual gifts.

• Planning and promoting social events such as Football Alumni Day, Pre-Game
Tailgate Parties, Annual Football Banquet, Football Alumni Golf Outing, Purple and Gold game, national letter of intent day and other related activities.

• Recruiting new Gridiron members and supporting club activities and programs.

• Assisting current students and alumni in obtaining intern­ship and employment opportunities.

• Serving as a role model for current players by advocating good sportsmanship, emphasizing academic excellence and social responsibility, including respect for opponents and teammates, victory with humility and the acknowl­edgement of defeat with grace.