Big news on practice facility donation

[JackJD]

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Good ones MH351 and Rowdy and Zooroopa!

This thread should be allowed to die. We have another thread in another section on the topic of the indoor facility.

May I suggest: those who fear things that go bump in the night start another thread, perhaps in the "Lounge" section.

[SF_Rabbit_Fan]

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ROFL. The Mephistopholes part really, and I mean REALLY struck a funny bone. Must spread reps.

Although, technically, it *could* have been...it was anonymous. Cripes sakes, now our athletic teams will have to enter the stadiums and arena's through the gates of Hell because of the strings attached to his donation.

Seriously. I found it a tad ridiculous listening to everyone curse and swear at T. Denny Sanford for throwing his name around with his money...now someone donates anonymously and everyone is cursing the anonymity. People floor me, I swear.

For the record, I was definitely not one of those cursing or swearing at T. Denny Sanford or Sanford Hospitals donations. I dont' have a big problem with Monsanto or the President's association with them. I wouldn't have a problem with Monsanto donating if it was disclosed. I might have a problem with it if it was anonymous.

All I'm saying is that accepting large anonymous donations could present the opportunity for corruption.

Its OK for people melt down when the governor doesn't publish the list of people who go on a freaking hunting trip, but its stupid (simple minded, laughable, etc) to question a 5 million anonymous donation. Got it.

[JackJD]

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Trending now: searches on Mephistopholes.

[SF_Rabbit_Fan]

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I hadn't realized Monsanto had joined ranks with Exxon and banks as enemies of the people. Are there any companies that are profitable that are ok? All the same, I'm very glad for this anonymous donation, and look forward to having it help us win in the future.

Sorry for using glorious, benevolent, and altruistic Monsanto in my hypothetical situation.

[JackJD]

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Its OK for people melt down when the governor doesn't publish the list of people who go on a freaking hunting trip, but its stupid (simple minded, laughable, etc) to question a 5 million anonymous donation. Got it.

Yeah, I thought the dustup about the hunting list was kinda dumb, too. However, I saw a distinction. When the press sought the hunting-list, it was fulfilling its traditional role to ask such questions of our elected officials: Who's paying money to you and why? Does that compare to making a donation for a facility on a university campus?

[RowdyRabbit]

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Its OK for people melt down when the governor doesn't publish the list of people who go on a freaking hunting trip, but its stupid (simple minded, laughable, etc) to question a 5 million anonymous donation. Got it.

Meh, I hadn't heard about that, nor do I care to see who he took. I hope they had a great time.

[jackmd]

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Not sure where I should stick this so I will stick it here. Larson Doors and the Larson family pledge $1 million. Should see a PR in the Argus and local papers this week.

BROOKINGS, S.D. – Larson Manufacturing announced today that it has pledged $1
million toward the construction of the Indoor Practice and Human Performance Center
at South Dakota State University, a commitment that adds to a leading donor position
previously in place from the Larson family.

With Larson Manufacturing’s commitment, a total of $29 million has now been raised
toward the $32 million goal, said Justin Sell, Director of Athletics at SDSU.

“As a leading employer in Brookings, we recognize the importance of investing in
projects that add to the city’s vitality,” said Jeff Rief, President & CEO of Larson
Manufacturing. “We are convinced that this facility is a game-changer for South Dakota
State University and the city of Brookings because it will be one-of-a-kind center for this
region.”

Sell said the gifts from the Larson family provided important momentum for the project.
The company’s $1 million gift now puts SDSU at 90% of its overall goal. “We would not
be at this point without the personal commitment of the Larson family and the generosity
of Larson Manufacturing,” Sell said.

Construction on the 161,500-square-foot indoor practice and human performance center
will begin this summer, assuming the fundraising goal is met. The State Legislature
authorized the project during the 2013 session. All of the funding for the project comes
from private sources.

Larson Manufacturing is the largest manufacturer of storm doors and storm windows in
the United States. Their products are sold through several big box retailers, lumberyard
chains, and local hardware stores. LARSON is family owned company founded in
1954 and has manufacturing plants in Brookings, SD; Lake Mills, IA; and Mocksville,
NC. LARSON distributes its products through its own distribution centers including
its Central Distribution Center in Albert Lea, MN. The company employs a dedicated
team of 1300 employees throughout the United States. For more information visit

[MaddogJack]

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One will never be able to keep track of all that the Larson family has done for Brookings and for SDSU. Thanks Jeff and Thanks Larson family - from a thankful fan!

[slosho]

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The Question had come up earlier where the Million after the million that First bank and trust had given came from (So 27M to 28M I Believe; or was it before FB n' T?) (Goon may have been the one to catch this). I talked to Beth at the ticket office RE: this exact question, and the answer was this money was provided by a number of season ticket holders. In case this question was still out there.

[goon]

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The Question had come up earlier where the Million after the million that First bank and trust had given came from (So 27M to 28M I Believe; or was it before FB n' T?) (Goon may have been the one to catch this). I talked to Beth at the ticket office RE: this exact question, and the answer was this money was provided by a number of season ticket holders. In case this question was still out there.

Wasn't me but I will take credit for it. That after the first bank and trust gave. Million it was reported 1 million more total then we last thought so that's good to get that cleared up.

[Nidaros]

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Wasn't me but I will take credit for it. That after the first bank and trust gave. Million it was reported 1 million more total then we last thought so that's good to get that cleared up.

I believe SDSUAlum08 orginally raised the question of where did the 29th million come from. I thought it had come from from Fishbacks, but in the article cited by SDSUAlum08, it stated that the First Bank and Trust had given 1 million which made the total pledged 28 million, but it also stated that 29 million had been pledged. Apparently the Larson pledge was in the works. All the ticket holders contribution at 100 bucks would not equal 1 million bucks, that is not say that this money was not used towards the facility, but I doubt it totalled one million dollars. More like .5 million at the most. At .5 million it would have had to have 5000 season ticket holders and 1 million would require 10000 season ticket holders. Unless you are working in the accounting section at HPER, you dont know or if you do, not good for job security to be on this board correcting others like myself.

[slosho]

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feel free to call Beth at the ticket office and argue with her about it. Could have been 2 ppl each donating 500k for all I know.

[goon]

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feel free to call Beth at the ticket office and argue with her about it. Could have been 2 ppl each donating 500k for all I know.

I trust you since you named your source, no reason to doubt it. as long as the money adds up i dont really care who or where it came from.....with in reason for follow the law.

[SDSUAlum08]

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The Question had come up earlier where the Million after the million that First bank and trust had given came from (So 27M to 28M I Believe; or was it before FB n' T?) (Goon may have been the one to catch this). I talked to Beth at the ticket office RE: this exact question, and the answer was this money was provided by a number of season ticket holders. In case this question was still out there.

It was me. Justin Sell had said 'We raised 29 million in 7 months.....' and only 28 million had been made public. He mentioned it on the Jackrabbit Insider a couple weeks ago.

[JimmyJack]

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Yup. You stagger the announcements to give each donor their day in the sun. Standard stuff.