Business alumni "Swing for the Students" at sixth annual golf outing
The Wayne State University School of Business Administration Alumni Association will host its sixth annual golf outing on July 23. The event, called Swing for the Students, will help grow an endowed scholarship fund for Detroit high school graduates who pursue higher education at Wayne State's business school.
In just five years, sponsors and participants in the scholarship golf outing have raised $300,000 to fund an endowment for the alumni association’s Emerging Leaders Scholarship.
Nia Henderson, a junior management student at WSU's School of Business Administration who received the scholarship in 2011, said receiving the scholarship has had a great impact on her life.
"Receiving this scholarship has helped me continue to invest in my dreams. I did not have to stress over how my education would be funded because generous donors want to see me and the other recipients succeed," said Henderson.
"Doors have opened for me that I didn't think would ever open and the opportunities have been more than rewarding."
Matthew Simoncini, CEO and president of Lear Corporation, is one of a group of dedicated alumni who actively contribute to the golf outing's success. He obtained the event's title sponsorship from Lear and recruited additional corporate sponsors.
"This event is the perfect combination of business networking, communication, fundraising and fun," Simoncini said. "I am very proud of my WSU roots, and I believe the university is one of Detroit's jewels. Its mission of providing a world-class education to those who may not otherwise have that opportunity needs to be supported.
"Swing for the Students helps us get this message out to a broad group of individuals while raising money for scholarships. I received support during my time as a student, and I feel a real obligation to do my part in helping to support today's students."
This year's outing is Monday, July 23, at the Detroit Golf Club, 17911 Hamilton. The fee of $250 per player, or $1,000 for a foursome, includes golf, meals and prizes.
Advance registration is required. Sponsorships are available for companies and individuals. Donations to the scholarship fund are also accepted.
Visit the golf outing website for more information or to register.
