FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Presidential
Inaugural Events FOR
Dr. RoslynClark Artis Sponsorship opportunities Lifting Ev’ry Voice & Keeping our Promise for a brighter future
October 1-4, 2014
Message from the HonoraryCo-chairs Greetings! On behalf of Florida Memorial University (FMU), we are delighted to invite you to join us for Inaugural Events highlighting the appointment of Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, J.D. Ed.D., 13th President and first woman appointed to the position. This year we will take the opportunity to showcase our, dynamic President in conjunction with our annual scholarship gala event. These events are critically important to us as we strive to establish strong relationships with respected corporations, such as yours, to help us in successfully educating our students. The gala also offers networking and relationship-building opportunities among our FMU alumni, business professionals, and community leaders. We have planned inaugural activities for October 1 – 4, 2014, and ask you to please support and plan to join us as we usher in bold, fresh and solid leadership to steer the University forward. We are pleased to present you with this year’s sponsorship package. The opportunity to partner with us during the inaugural week celebration will allow you to have a direct role in our mission to offer scholarship support for talented students who might otherwise be unable to afford college. We look forward to working with you as the success of many of our students depends on your generous support. We are excited to establish a strong working relationship with you as we move into the future together. On behalf of Florida Memorial University and hundreds of prospective students, we want to thank you in advance for taking the time to review our sponsorship package and committing to a sponsorship level. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at 305-626-3613 (Ms. Daye) or 305-626-3611 (Ms. Shaheed) if you are in need of additional information. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,
Robert G. Beatty, Esq. Publisher and CEO South Florida Times
Gepsie M. Metellus Executive Director Sant La, Haitian Neighborhood Center, Inc.
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Barry E. Johnson President/CEO Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
RoslynClark Artis, J.D.,Ed.D. President, Florida Memorial University
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r. Artis is a graduate of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she earned her Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy. She received her Juris Doctorate degree from West Virginia University College of Law in Morgantown, West Virginia, and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from West Virginia State University in Institute, West Virginia. The consummate professional, Dr. Artis has extensive experience in university fundraising and holds a Certificate of Fundraising Management from Indiana University. She has also earned a Certificate of Mastery in Prior Learning Assessment from DePaul University’s School of Continuing & Professional Education.
successful. For nearly a decade, she served in numerous roles at Mountain State University; including Director of Legal Studies, Senior Academic Officer for Distance Education, Vice President of University Advancement, Executive Vice President & Chief Academic Officer, and the University’s Provost. Her responsibilities included the management and supervision of all academic courses and programs for the University; including its distance education offerings, branch campuses, sites and centers, as well as Institutional Research and Assessment. Dr. Artis’ academic interests have included student retention, particularly as it relates to adult and non-traditional students, academic and co-curricular support structures in alternative learning modalities, strategic planning, institutional effectiveness and executive leadership.
In February, 2014, Dr. Artis was appointed unanimously by the Board of Trustees as the 13th President of Florida Memorial University. She is the first woman President in the University’s 135 year history. During her short stint as Acting President at Florida Memorial University, Dr. Artis provided immeasurable leadership and direction to the University family at all levels. She has become well-acclimated to the South Florida community, and has been appointed to multiple community boards and associations, increasing involvement and exposure of the University significantly. On campus, Dr. Artis has spearheaded a series of new and innovative programs for students and is diligently striving to improve corporate and community relations and endowment initiatives for the institution.
Prior to embarking on a career in academia, Dr. Artis enjoyed an active general litigation practice for eight (8) years. A strong community activist, Dr. Artis is active in a host of statewide and local organizations. She is a past Chair of the Board of Law Examiners for the state of West Virginia and a past president of the Mountain State Bar Association – the oldest minority bar association in the country. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, the Beacon Council - Academic Leaders Council and the Educational Testing Service Presidents’ Advisory Council.
Throughout her career, Dr. Artis’ extensive academic experience and accomplishments have been widely accepted and highly
Dr. Artis is married to Selby Artis and is the mother of three: Christopher, Jayden and Jocelyn. 3
Sponsorship Opportunities Be
$25,000
$35,000
$50,000
Florida Memorial University has committed more than 135 years to transforming lives and helping to create a future for people from many education to generations of students. We invite you to join as we press forward and build on this rich history in service to our students to help raise scholarships for deserving students. It will also celebrate and honor a visionary educator and leader, Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis,
Lion’s Pride Premiere presidential sponsor Entitlements • Inaugural Title Sponsor • Supporting sponsor at all other Inaugural events • 3 tables (30 seats) at Gala with VIP location; 10 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 10 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
• Recognition in promotional materials • Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements • Company name listed on the University website • Full page color ad in Gala Program (front inside or placement preference) • VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
Lion’s Pride Platinum Sponsor Entitlements • Title sponsor of Inaugural Jazz Concert • Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala • 2 tables (20 seats) at Gala with VIP location; 20 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 10 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
• Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements • Recognition in promotional materials • Company name listed on the University website • Full page color ad in Gala Program (placement preference) • VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
LION’S PRIDE GOLD SPONSOR Entitlements • Title sponsor for Stiletto Stroll and Stride for Breast Cancer and Lunch on the Lawn with the President • Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala • 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 5 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 20 VIP seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events 4
• Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements • Recognition in promotional materials • Company name listed on the University website • Half Page page color ad in Gala Program (placement preference) • VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
enefitting Student Scholarships
$3,000
$5,000
$10,000
races, ethnicities, countries, religions and socio-economic backgrounds. Proudly stated, FMU has provided opportunity and excellence in and the greater community for years to come. This opportunity is heightened by the excitement around the impending inaugural activities 13th President and first woman appointed to the position of President at Florida Memorial University.
LION’S PRIDE SILVER SPONSOR Entitlements • Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala • 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 10 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 5 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
• Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements • Recognition in promotional materials • Company name listed on the University website • Half Page color ad in Gala Program • VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
LION’S PRIDE BRONZE SPONSOR Entitlements • Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala • 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 2 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 2 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
• Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements • Recognition in promotional materials • Company name listed on the University website • Quarter Page color ad in Gala Program
LION’S PRIDE SUPPORTER Entitlements • Table Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala • Corporate/ Organization or Individual listing in Gala Program
• 1 table (10 seats) at Gala • Company listed on University website
Please respond no later than August 22, 2014. For more information please contact Ms. Daye at
[email protected] or call (305) 626-3613.
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Inaugural Events Wednesday, October 1, 2014 University Spirit Day - All Day Student Inaugural Ball - 8 p.m.
Thursday, October 2, 2014 Academic Symposium - 9 a.m. Stiletto Stroll and Stride for Breast Cancer - 12:30 p.m. Lunch on the Lawn with the President - 1:30 p.m. Inaugural Jazz Concert - 7 p.m.
Friday, October 3, 2014 Legacy Tribute - 8 a.m. Prayer Breakfast - 8:30 a.m. Investiture Ceremony - 11:30 a.m. Board of Trustees’ Dinner - 5 p.m. Presidential Reception - 7 p.m. (by invitation only)
Saturday, October 4, 2014 Presidential Inaugural Scholarship Gala - 7 p.m.
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ABOUT FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
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lorida Memorial University (FMU), a private, coeducational, Historically Black University related to Baptist Churches and traditions, is one of Florida’s oldest academic centers, and is the only Historically Black University in South Florida. FMU has its origins in the Florida Baptist Institute, founded in 1879 in Live Oak, Florida and in the Florida Baptist Academy, founded in 1892 in Jacksonville, Florida. In 1918, the institution relocated to St. Augustine, Florida. The institutions merged in 1941 to form the Florida Normal and Industrial Institute. In 1963, the name was changed to Florida Memorial College. Fully engaged in the civil rights movement in the early 1960’s for racial equality and social justice, many courageous FMU faculty, staff and students risked their lives during this tumultuous period in the history of our country. The racial strife resulted in the decision to relocate the college. Rebounding and resilient, the college relocated from St. Augustine to its present South Florida location in 1968, and is currently located in the City of Miami Gardens. In December 2004, the institution’s charter was amended, and the name Florida Memorial University was adopted.
FMU’s legacy of determination and accomplishment establishes the premise and place for the promise of a future. The FMU legacy is firmly rooted in steadfast dedication and commitment to pursue its mission through “instilling in students the importance of becoming global citizens through life-long learning, leadership, character, and service which will enhance their lives and the lives of others.” The University serves a culturally diverse student population through programs in liberal and professional education. Opportunities to pursue career goals are offered through 41 undergraduate degree programs and 4 graduate degree programs. The FMU faculty is equally diverse, with approximately 80% of full-time faculty holding a Ph.D. or terminal degree. These degree programs are designed to prepare students to function in a highly competitive, technological and global society. Florida Memorial University is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, the National Association of Schools of Music, the Council on Social Work Education and other important and relevant memberships and affiliations.
One among many notable and proud distinctions about FMU: In Jacksonville, President Nathan White Collier recruited noted faculty, including J. Rosamond Johnson who, while employed at Florida Baptist Academy, wrote the poem “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing.” The poem was set to music by his brother, James Weldon Johnson, and became the song that is now known as the Negro National Anthem.
As stated by Dr. Artis, “The future is bright, and we are ready and able to respond to new challenges that will strengthen the University.
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15800 Northwest 42nd Avenue Miami Gardens, Florida 33054 (305) 626-3600
Presidential
Inaugural Events Dr. RoslynClark Artis FOR
Sponsorship Opportunities Benefitting Student Scholarships
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Inaugural Title Sponsor Supporting sponsor at all other Inaugural events 3 tables (30 seats) at Gala with VIP location; 10 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 10 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events Recognition in promotional materials
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Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements Recognition in promotional materials Company name listed on the University website Half Page page color ad in Gala Program (placement preference) VIP Parking at all Inaugural events Entitlements
advertisements Recognition in promotional materials Company name listed on the University website Half Page color ad in Gala Program VIP Parking at all Inaugural events Entitlements
Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements Recognition in promotional materials Company name listed on the University website Quarter Page color ad in Gala Program
LION’S PRIDE SUPPORTER
Table Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala Corporate/ Organization or Individual listing in Gala Program
Entitlements
Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements Recognition in promotional materials Company name listed on the University website Full page color ad in Gala Program (placement preference) VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
LION’S PRIDE BRONZE SPONSOR
Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 2 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 2 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
$3,000
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LION’S PRIDE SILVER SPONSOR
Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 10 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 5 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and
$5,000
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Entitlements
Recognition in print and broadcast media releases and advertisements Company name listed on the University website Full page color ad in Gala Program (front inside or placement preference) VIP Parking at all Inaugural events
LION’S PRIDE GOLD SPONSOR
Title sponsor for Stiletto Stroll and Stride for Breast Cancer and Lunch on the Lawn with the President Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala 1 table (10 seats) at Gala with preferred location; 5 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 20 VIP seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
$10,000
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Lion’s Pride Platinum Sponsor
Title sponsor of Inaugural Jazz Concert Sponsor Recognition at Inaugural Gala 2 tables (20 seats) at Gala with VIP location; 20 tickets to Inaugural Jazz Concert with preferred seating; 10 seats at main table for Lunch on the Lawn with the President; invitation and VIP access to all other Inaugural events
$25,000 •
Lion’s Pride Premiere presidential sponsor
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1 table (10 seats) at Gala Company listed on University website
Please note: All sponsors shall provide a high resolution logo (300 dpi) for recognition in web and print materials by August 22, 2014 to Ms. Shaheed at
[email protected]. For more information please contact Ms. Daye at
[email protected] or call (305) 626-3613.
Yes, I will support Presidential Inaugural Activities and help raise scholarships for deserving students! Name
Title
Company/Organization Address: City
State
Phone
Email
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Payment Selection:
Enclosed is my contribution in the amount of $
as
(Select sponsorship level from the categories below)
sponsor.
Lion’s Pride Premiere Presidential Sponsor – $50,000
Lion’s Pride Silver Sponsor – $10,000
Lion’s Pride Platinum Sponsor – $35,000
Lion’s Pride Bronze Sponsor – $5,000
Lion’s Pride Gold Sponsor – $25,000
Lion’s Pride Supporter – $3,000
I will not be able to participate as a sponsor, but would like to: Purchase
Individual Tickets for $300.00 each for a total of $
Make a tax deductible donation in the amount of: $ Make an in-kind donation of: Check enclosed (please include Sponsorship Form with check) Kindly make check payable to: Florida Memorial University
Mail check to: Florida Memorial University Attention: Institutional Advancement 15800 N.W. 42nd Avenue Miami Gardens, Florida 33054
Credit Card payments may be made by completing the information below or at www.fmuniv.edu. MasterCard Expiration Date
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Amex
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Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. For additional information, please call Ameena Shaheed at (305) 626-3611 or
[email protected]. or Sherronda Daye at (305) 626-3613 or
[email protected].
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October 2, 2014
7:00 PM
Pre-Concert Reception 6:00 PM
Lou Rawls Center for Performing Arts
15800 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33054
Tickets Only $25.00
For more information please contact Ameena Shaheed at (305) 626-3611 or
[email protected]
“Lifting Ev’ry Voice & Keeping Our Promise For A Brighter Future” Celebrating the Inauguration of
RoslynClarkArtis
Dr.
13th
PRESIDENT OF
FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
You are invited to join
RoslynClarkArtis
Dr.
at Florida Memorial University for the
Stiletto Stroll and Stride In Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Thursday, October 2, 2014 12:30 P.M. and
Lunch on the Lawn with the President 1:30 P.M.
Donations are welcome and will benefit the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Breast Cancer Charity. Checks should be made payable to Florida Memorial University with reference to Susan G. Komen. Please RSVP to Sherronda Daye, 305-626-3613
Prayer Breakfast October 3, 2014, 8:30 AM
F L O R I D A
M E M O R I A L
U N I V E R S I T Y
Prayer Breakfast October 3, 2014 8:30 AM
Smith Conference Center 15800 NW 42nd Avenue Miami Gardens, Florida 33054 Tickets Only $10.00 Please contact Ameena Shaheed at 305-626-3611 or
[email protected]
