from a donor

The National Capital Area Chapter of the WVU Alumni Association is hosting a State of the University Address in Washington, DC on Monday, June 16, 2008.

My reply to the organizers is shown below.

From: David J. Mitchell (MSN) [mailto:david_mitchell71@msn.com]
Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 1:04 PM
To: 'Holly Metz'
Cc: 'hollym3051@aol.com'
Subject: RE: State of the University Address

Holly,

I have been a frequent supporter of these events in the past but my conscious will not allow me to attend this event as long as Mike Garrison remains President of WVU. His comments and actions over the past several months have clearly shown to me he places his personal interests above those of the university. It will take the university and the state over 10 years to recover from the damage he has done.

I wish you the best with this event. But, as long as Mike Garrison remains president, I can not support any function that he attends.

All the best,

David Mitchell

BSEE '71
Member and former chair, Industry Advisory Committee, Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
Member, Academy of Distinguished Alumni, Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering

From: Holly Metz [mailto:holly_metz@keystaffingsolutions.com]
Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 9:59 AM
To: Holly Metz
Cc: hollym3051@aol.com
Subject: State of the University Address

The National Capital Area Chapter of the WVU Alumni Association

State of the University Address in Washington, DC

Monday, June 16, 2008
11:00 am Reception
12:00 pm Lunch

The Newseum
555 Pennsylvania Ave.
Washington, DC
http://www.newseum.org/

For three decades, the National Capital Area Chapter and the West Virginia University Alumni Association have proudly sponsored the State of the University Address in Washington, DC. This annual luncheon celebrates West Virginia University's achievements in academics, research, and athletics.

If you are interested in attending, please contact Mike Fulton at (703) 741-7500, ext. 5575 or mfulton@golinharris.com. Sponsorship Tables: $2,000 for a table of 10 or $1000 for a table of 5; Individuals: $75/attendee. Free admission to the Newseum for all guests. Signage, media and event recognition for table sponsors and event sponsors.

Corporate Sponsors to Date:
Bailey & Glasser
Chesapeake Energy
Foundation Coal
GolinHarris
Toyota

Join your NCAC chapter today: www.wvualumni.org