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Surprise – 2,026 additional Gifts on our 2026 Day of Giving unlock an extra $193,000!

Unlock more than $700,000 in Challenge Gifts for #AScarletBannerDay

Update: Additional Wabash leaders have issued a Surprise Challenge of an extra $193,000 for our students if we reach 2,026 more gifts on our 2026 Day of Giving.

Lead Challenge: Make 5,000 Gifts Today!

Heliotrope Hell! We want blood! So, Scarlet it is. — 1886

Today, on our 04.29.26 Day of Giving, a group of leaders is offering $700,000 in support of Wabash students as a challenge to the Wabash Nation to reach 5,000 gifts in a single day.

In recognition of 140 years of Scarlet being the official color of 91自拍, every 1,000 gifts will unlock $140,000.

Raise the banner high for Wabash students with your gifts!

Gifts Received: 6,030
Gift Goal: 5,000

1,000 Gifts unlock $140,000

2,000 Gifts unlock $140,000

3,000 Gifts unlock $140,000

4,000 Gifts unlock $140,000

5,000 Gifts unlock $140,000

Surprise Challenge:
8,001 Gifts unlock $193,000

Total Unlocked: $700,000

A special thanks to our Lead Challenge donors:

  • Munawar Ali ’93 and Maura Cullen
  • Brian Beesley ’88
  • Brad ’83 and Julie Benbow
  • Chris ’81 and Trish Braun
  • Greg ’87 and Jane Castanias
  • Chad ’00 and Maheen Cleaver
  • Jim ’85 and Jane Davlin
  • Greg ’85 and Sarah Estell
  • Jennifer Evans P’15 and Jack Tankersley
  • Eric ’94 and Amanda Eversole
  • Scott and Wendy Feller
  • Alex ’03 and Alice Fruth
  • Jim ’95 and Rem Hawksworth P’28
  • Andrew ’90 and Kerrie Hecker
  • Wayne ’84 and Sandy Hentrup
  • Gregory H’19 and Lora H’15 Hess
  • Craig ’99 and Jessica Higgs
  • Jim ’84 and Kerry Kilbane
  • Jake ’03 and Darcy Knott
  • Frank ’82 and Lisa Kolisek P’11,’14
  • Charlie Kolisek ’14 and Colleen Kennedy
  • Ray ’78 and Anne LaDriere
  • David ’81 and Lynn Lewis
  • Will ’11 and Kristen Logan
  • David Marshall ’83
  • Travis ’98 and Christine Merrill
  • Houston ’85 and Sonia Mills
  • Kelly Pfledderer ’96 and Jennifer Jones
  • Mike ’87 and Cindy Rapier
  • Rob ’92 and Leigh Rudicel P’19,’20
  • John ’69 and Diane H’99 Schroeder P’99
  • Scott ’99 and Leigh Schroeder
  • Matt Schulz ’06
  • Brian ’12 and Katie Shelbourne
  • Jim ’82 and Maryann Snyder
  • Khurram Tahir ’01
  • Joe Turk Jr. ’89
  • Tom ’73 and Anne Walsh
  • Jonathan ’98 and Vanessa Walsh
  • Bill ’83 and Carol Wheeler
  • Fred ’69 and Debrah Wilson
  • Paul ’75 and Betty Woolls H’75
  • Kathy and Rob Wunderlich P’18,’21
  • Dave Zimmerman ’93

Our sincere gratitude to our Surprise Challenge donors:

  • Anonymous
  • Jay ’79 and Susan Allen
  • Steve ’68,P’99 and Joanie H’68,P’07 Bowen
  • Bob ’78 and Melody Grand
  • Peter ’68 and Carroll Kennedy P’11,’16
  • Cory ’85 and Leigh Olson
  • Gary ’77 and Joanne Reamey
  • David ’70 and Anne Shane
  • Walt ’68 and Kathy Snodell

Why Give on 04.29.26?

Your gifts today ensure the world shall see our Scarlet Banner go! Join us and support this place, our students, and the transformational Wabash experiences we all have come to expect and appreciate. Raise your Scarlet Banner high!

Affinity Challenges

When an individual or group sets up an Affinity Challenge, they “challenge” others in their circles to make a gift on the 2026 Day of Giving. If you help them meet their goals, they will make a gift for the pledged amount.

Interested in leading an Affinity Challenge? Contact us today at 877-743-4545 to put your money on the line and inspire people from your class, living unit, city, campus organizations, and beyond. By reaching your friends and networks, you will elevate our College to even greater heights.

All gifts to Athletics affinity challenges will support the Athletic Director’s Fund to strengthen all our teams and facilities.

Code Give Gifts Challenges
Baseball Give Now 121

Wabash Baseball played their first game in 1866. To raise the banner for 160 years, Mike Gullifor 鈥80, Jackson Blevins 鈥20, Justin Vander Iest 鈥06, and an anonymous fan raise the banner in support of Coach Jake Martin 鈥03 and his Little Giants squad. They hope you鈥檒l step up to the plate on 04.29.26 and will give a combined $4,000 when this challenge reaches 125 gifts.
Basketball Give Now 169

鈥淕imme a W!鈥 Raising the banner to cheer the Little Giant Cagers, Head Coach Kyle Brumett, Rhenwick Young 鈥77, Dan Skaggs 鈥78, Mark Oetting 鈥80, Mark Lazar 鈥81, Dave Bromund 鈥85, Mike Ricks 鈥87, Beau Barrett 鈥98, Kevin Gearheart 鈥98, Reed Hoyer 鈥03, Kyle Coffey 鈥06, Chase Haltom 鈥10, Brian Shelbourne 鈥12, Colten Craigin 鈥13, Matt Kaczkowski 鈥13, Kasey Oetting 鈥15, Marcus Kammrath 鈥16, Daniel Purvlicis 鈥16, and Dalton Vachon 鈥19 have put up a total of $22,100 to challenge alumni, parents, students, and supporters of Wabash basketball. A slam dunk (100 gifts to this challenge) unlocks $7,000. The trey from downtown (150 gifts) unlocks another $7,000. And the buzzer-beater (200 gifts) nets $8,100 more. What鈥檚 that spell? WABASH! One more time鈥ABASH!
Football Give Now 324

Coach Greg Carlson was the face of Little Giant Football as the head coach for 18 seasons from 1983 to 2001 and was the second winningest coach in Wabash football history. He passed away last November. So when this challenge reaches 171 gifts (the number of games he coached) toward the ultimate goal of 250 gifts, Head Coach Jake '98 and Christina Gilbert, John Greves '68, John Houser 鈥84, Ron Bigler 鈥85, Marty Gregor 鈥85, Tara and Chris Ings 鈥96, Brad Boas 鈥06, Austin Hodges 鈥13, and Houston Hodges 鈥15 will raise the scarlet banner with a combined gift of $5,450.
Golf Give Now 134

To raise the banner for Coach Justin Kopp 鈥21 and the golf team, Mark Lazar 鈥81, Gloria and Coach Mac Petty H鈥82, Dow Dellinger 鈥93, Chris Carpenter 鈥96, Scott Benedict 鈥98, Todd Vogel 鈥04, Jake German 鈥11, Nick Schenkel 鈥15, and Scott Bye 鈥19 will give a total of $5,650 when this challenge reaches 100 gifts.
Lacrosse Give Now 51

Anonymous parents P鈥28 are raising the banner in support of Coach Nate Webber鈥檚 Lacrosse team. They鈥檒l make a gift of $5,000 when this challenge reaches 50 gifts.
RedPackTrack&Field Give Now 155

Raising the banner for Coaches Clyde Morgan H鈥11 and Tyler McCreary and the Wabash Cross Country and Track & Field teams, Ted Ferguson 鈥77, Ron Bigler 鈥85, Steve Pfanstiel 鈥95, Emmanuel Aouad 鈥10 and Wes Chamblee 鈥12 will give a combined $2,850 when this challenge reaches 150 gifts. Congratulations to freshman Brock DeBello, who earned First Team All-America honors with 6th in the 400-meter dash, and senior Quinn Sholar, who earned Second Team All-America recognition in the shot put, both at DIII Indoor Nationals.
Soccer Give Now 77

To raise the banner of Coach Chris Keller and our Little Giant soccer team, Scott Dreher 鈥82, Chris Davis 鈥98, Gary Simkus 鈥08, Joe Stiglitz 鈥13, Scott Bye 鈥19, Brian and Dr. Stephanie Kinnaman P鈥27, and Todd Douglas will give a total of $6,800 when this challenge reaches 100 gifts.
SportsMed Give Now 13

Todd Douglas is raising the banner for Wabash鈥檚 unsung heroes: the Sports Medicine staff who care for our student-athletes. He鈥檒l match every dollar to this challenge up to $1,000.

SwimDive Give Now 84

We鈥檙e raising the banner for Coaches Will Bernhardt, Keith Gill, and Alistair Frost and for sophomore Ryan West, who鈥檚 8th place in the 200 back at DIII Nationals earned him All-American honors. When this challenge reaches 100 gifts, Robin and Coach Gail Pebworth H'91, Steve Whitaker '86, Doug Piazza 鈥89, Ron Pitcock 鈥91, Hugh Vandivier 鈥91, Chris Bly 鈥06, Leo Priemer 鈥06, Tony Caldwell 鈥07, Zech Banks 鈥16 and Clayton Highum 鈥16 will contribute a total of $5,800.
Tennis Give Now 63

Raising the banner for Coach Daniel Bickett and his 14-11 Little Giants, Bill Fell 鈥75, Ryan Hartzog 鈥88, Kip Aitken 鈥91, and Cam Starnes 鈥04 will collectively give $3,900 when this challenge reaches 100 gifts.
Volleyball Give Now 30

Raising the banner for Coach Ashaun Baker and his Little Giants, Billy Powers 鈥12, Caroline and Erik Volk P'26'28, and an anonymous fan will match all gifts to this challenge up to a total of $1,750.
Wrestling Give Now 102

Wabash Wrestling continued to grow this season sending three qualifiers to Nationals, garnering a National Runner-Up and two All-Americans, and placing 19th out of 68 teams. Coach Jake Fredrickson and his staff recruit top student-athletes. To help make it A Scarlet Banner Day, the following band of Wabash brothers pledge to buy warmups, infinity rope, a shot sled, and a snap-down cable machine. Dr. Dan Emerson 鈥98, Dr. Chris Healy 鈥05, Dr. Anthony Inzerello 鈥93, Andrew McCoy 鈥05, Adam Miller 鈥05, David Miller 鈥橦05, and Dr. Garrett Thiel 鈥08 have pledged a total of $15,200 to match gifts to this challenge.
Bachelor Give Now 91

The Bachelor recently dominated the Indiana Collegiate Press Association awards in its division and took home best small-college newspaper honors for the fourth straight year. Ben Beringer 鈥87, Ezra Ball 鈥96, Adam Alexander 鈥16, and Emily and Patrick Bryant 鈥16 raise the banner of the student voice of Wabash since 1908 and will give a total of $7,000 when this challenge reaches 125 gifts.
GleeClub Give Now 108

These sons of Wabash sing of the color we love so well. Ivan Green '69, Steve Rogers 鈥77, Doug Piazza 鈥89, Brian Clem 鈥04, Sean Cavanaugh 鈥16, Jake Weber 鈥25, and Retired Director Richard Bowen invite Glee Club members, family, and friends to raise the banner for Wabash today. When this challenge reaches 150 gifts, they鈥檒l collectively provide accompaniment to the tune of $7,550.
LaAlianza Give Now 65

La Alianza/Unidos Por Sangre continues connecting campus to community, so today we celebrate the newly dedicated Latino Community Center and the continuing work of Dr. Julio Enr铆quez-Ornelas, Coach Chris Keller, and Alina Valencia. To raise the banner, Nancy and David Orr 鈥57, Emilio Robles 鈥94, Bert Salinas 鈥97, Dr. Julio Enr铆quez-Ornelas 鈥08, Joel Bustamante '11, Chris Roman 鈥18, and Jill and Dan Rogers H鈥12 invite hermanos, alumni, families, and the Crawfordsville community to support this challenge. They鈥檒l match each dollar given to this challenge up to $2,250.

La Alianza / Unidos Por Sangre sigue conectando a la Universidad de Wabash con la comunidad, y hoy celebramos la reciente inauguraci贸n del Centro Latino Comunitario y el trabajo continuo del Dr. Julio Enr铆quez-Ornelas, el Coach Chris Keller y Alina Valencia. Para alzar la bandera escarlata, Nancy y David Orr 鈥57, Emilio Robles 鈥94, Dr. Julio Enr铆quez-Ornelas 鈥08, Bert Salinas 鈥97, Joel Bustamante '11, Chris Roman 鈥18, y Jill y Dan Rogers H鈥12 invitan a los hermanos, exalumnos, familias y a toda la comunidad de Crawfordsville a apoyar este reto.聽 Ellos igualar谩n cada d贸lar donado hasta alcanzar $2,250.
MXIBS175 Give Now 118

Our organization鈥檚 namesake loved people, and he embraced humanity. In moments of darkness and chaos, we believe Brother Malcolm would want us to shine brightly and make our community better. Out of respect for Brother Malcolm and the commitment, dedication, and tenacity of our first Directors, Dr. Peter Frederick H鈥92 and Horace Turner H鈥76, this affinity challenge is offered. Once 175 gifts of at least $5 are submitted, Reese Hamilton 鈥97, Steven Jones 鈥87, Zach Mulholland 鈥06, Deonte Singfield 鈥11, Terrance Tharpe 鈥00, Chris Worden 鈥92, and Rhenwick Young 鈥77 will give $2,400 to Wabash in support of the Turner Fund to continue the significant work that produces meaningful member outcomes.
NewmanCenter Give Now 100

Since 1968, the Newman Catholic Center has provided a spiritual home for Wabash students. To raise the banner for Fr. Michael Bower and the continuing work of the center, Jay Adams 鈥97 and Robert Bloss 鈥09 will give a combined $1,750 when this challenge reaches 68 gifts in celebration of our founding in 鈥68.
Rugby Give Now 51

We raise the banner for the successes of Teams 48 and 49 that posted an overall record of 11-3 with a +201 point differential. Brad Graden '91 P'25, Kevin Holle 鈥91 P鈥22, Bobby Beyer 鈥01, and Matt and Stasia Demos Mills P鈥27 will collectively give $4,324 when this challenge reaches 49 gifts.
SphinxClub Give Now 130

鈥淗eliotrope Hell!鈥 To celebrate 140 years of 鈥淲e want blood!鈥 Mike Kelley 鈥70, Ross Dillard '07, Kyle Hayes '09, Joe Stiglitz 鈥13, and an anonymous donor will give three cheers for Alma Mater and a total of $4,500 when this challenge reaches 140 gifts. Wabash Always Fights!
WabashChristianMen Give Now 79

Wabash Christian Men raise the banner for how Wabash provides space for men of like-minded faith to build a brotherhood. Brad Benbow '83, Brian Clem 鈥04, Jordan Brewer '11, and Andrew Forrester '11 will contribute a total of $2,800 when this challenge reaches 90 gifts.
shOUT Give Now 97

Raising the banner for 33 years of 'shOUT on campus, Dr. Dave Pancost 鈥69 and Dr. Paige Franklin; Brad Sterrenberg 鈥80 and Allen Jones; co-founder Randall Cole '92; Marc Nichols '92 and Jamie Collins; Nicholas Maraman 鈥10; Chris Roman 鈥16 and an anonymous donor will give a total of $4,250 when this challenge reaches 150 gifts.
DeanMoore Give Now 80

The Class of 鈥69 established the Dean Moore Scholarship Fund in 2013 to provide tuition assistance to students of need. Celebrating Norman C. Moore H鈥77, Wabash Dean of Students from 1955 to 1984, the Class of 鈥69 has set up a pledge pool to match any gift dollar-for-dollar to this 04.29.26 Day of Giving challenge up to $28,350. Since 2013, the Dean Moore Scholarship has assisted 34 unique students, with 42 scholarships awarded. #A Scarlet Banner Day
FirstGen Give Now 63

On 04.29.26, we raise the banner in support of our first-generation college students. Approximately 30% of our students, 20% of our staff, and 70% of the senior staff are first in their families to attend college. To honor these students, alumni, faculty, staff, families, and friends, Anne-Marie Lemal and Dean Scott Brown, CFO Kendra and Owen Cooks, Dean Michelle and Wade Janssen, Dean Steven Jones 鈥87, Kelly and Dean Todd McDorman, and Laura and AD Jim Peeples along with alumni Jeff Boggess 鈥89, Justin Rojas-Castle 鈥97, and Jacob Burnett 鈥15 will contribute a total of $4,600 when this challenge reaches 80 gifts.
International Give Now 36

We鈥檙e raising the banner for the substantial ways international students and alumni add to the Wabash experience. Taimur Baig 鈥94, Khurram Tahir 鈥01, Godfred Yemofio 鈥01, Hongli Yang '15, Jayvis Gonsalves 鈥18, Ahad Khan 鈥19, Director of International Programs Amy Weir, and Associate Director of International Admissions Chris Dixon will collectively match gifts made to this challenge up to $2,110.
MentalHealth Give Now 109

To honor the memory of Greg Bussard 鈥77 and Gary Sekema 鈥77, the following TEKE brothers and classmates raise the banner for the efforts of the Wabash Counseling Center and will give a total of $5,120 when this Mental Health Challenge reaches 125 gifts: Marc Adams 鈥77, Tom Boyer 鈥77, William Catus 鈥77, Ted Ferguson 鈥77, Steve Heimann 鈥77, Frank Sellke 鈥78, Dave Boyer鈥79, and Dan Murad 鈥79.
NAWM Give Now 43

On this 2026 Day of Giving, we鈥檙e seeing the generous outpouring of gifts in support of Wabash students. The Board of the National Association of Wabash Men also salutes how one of the nation鈥檚 strongest and most loyal networks of alumni raise the banner every day with their undying guidance, advice, mentorship, and friendship for current and prospective students, families, and other alumni no matter what. We invite you to attend one of 15 regional events taking place this evening across the country. Today, President Tony Unfried 鈥03 and Directors Byron Lamm 鈥79, Andy Wilkinson 鈥83, Ben Grisemer 鈥88, Mike Simmons 鈥88, David Zimmerman 鈥93, Jim Hawksworth 鈥95, Sean Lyons 鈥95, Chris Carpenter 鈥96, John Castro 鈥97, Harsh Singh 鈥01, Ben Seib 鈥02, Brian Clem 鈥04, Dustin DeNeal 鈥04, Todd Vogel 鈥04, Kevin Meyer 鈥06, Jared Lange 鈥08, Kyle Bender 鈥12, Brian Shelbourne 鈥12, Cahmelan 鈥淐P鈥 Porter 鈥14, Pat Kenney 鈥18, Brian Parks 鈥18, and Spencer Newmister 鈥19 join together to match the first $12,450 of gifts to this challenge.
RolandMorin Give Now 50

In memory of Roland Morin 鈥91, we celebrate his guidance of so many of us through our years at Wabash and into our careers and issue this challenge to raise the banner for the continued work of Career Services for current and future students. Hongli Yang 鈥15, Jayvis Gonsalves 鈥18, Cole Copsey 鈥20, Drew Stults 鈥20, Henry Wannemuehler 鈥20, and an anonymous donor will give a total of $2,700 when this challenge receives 91 gifts on 04.29.26.
ScarletFans Give Now 17

While some of us may have once sported other colors鈥攅ven black and gold鈥攖oday we unite under the Scarlet Banner and invite all fans of Wabash to make a gift. Mari and John Greves 鈥68, Susan and Jim Dyer 鈥83, and Allison and Brian Clem 鈥04 will match all gifts made to this challenge up to a total of $4,000.
WabashWomen Give Now 111

Raising the banner in support of the teaching, mentoring, and coaching of women faculty and staff in addition to the enduring support and guidance from spouses and partners, parents and grandparents, and all women who are passionate about the Wabash experience, when this challenge reaches 100 gifts anonymous donors will give $2,450.
Baxter Give Now 45

Pam Sacco P鈥22 is retiring after serving Wabash for 19 years, most recently as the Academic Administrative Coordinator for Division III. The following have banded together to challenge faculty and students whom Pam has supported with dedication and cheer: Ryan Sacco 鈥22, Dr. Sharbani Bhattacharjee, Dr. Preston Bost, Dr. Joyce Burnette, Dr. Jake Calhoun, Dr. Eric Dunaway, Dr. Shamira Gelbman, Dr. Karen Gunther, Jane Ann and Prof. Scott Himsel 鈥85, Dawn Hoffman, Dr. Bobby Horton, Dr. Aiala Levy, Dr. Lorraine McCrary, Dr. Colin McKinney, Dr. Peter Mikek, Dr. Eric Olofson, Sherry Ross H鈥04, Dr. Robert Royalty, Dr. Sujata Saha, Dr. Neil Schmitzer-Torbert, and Dr. Rick Warner H鈥13. They鈥檒l match the first $880 in gifts to this challenge in honor of a great mom, colleague, and 2024 Richard O. Ristine Law Award recipient. After making your gift today, share your banner-worthy moment of Pam.
Biology Give Now 83

For nearly 40 years, Dr. Aus Brooks 鈥61 elevated the standard of Biology teaching and learning including developing the flagship Wabash immersion experience, the Aquatic Biology program. In memory of this beloved professor, Dr. Bill Doemel H'74 and Lucy Brooks along with Dr. Steve Klug '63, Dr. Ray White '73, Dr. Randy Williams '83, Dr. Scott Uloth '88, Dr. Andy Bieberich '92, Derrick Stout '94, Nick Guzik '02, and Matt Lepper '25 will give $5,175 when this challenge receives 100 gifts. After making your gift today, share your banner-worthy moment or memory of Dr. Brooks.
Classics Give Now 119

For 40 years, Professor John Fischer H鈥70 taught and guided sine effectu students at Wabash. He also championed off-campus study and immersion learning, served as Lambda Chi advisor for 21 years, and coached the College鈥檚 first soccer team. To raise the banner and honor his giant legacy, Allen Yow鈥86 and Jeremy Walker 鈥92 will give a combined $1,000 when this challenge reaches 70 gifts. At 125 gifts, Dan Emerson 鈥98 will give $5,000. After making your gift today, share your banner-worthy moment or memory of Prof. Fischer.
English Give Now 52

What can you do with a Wabash English major? By learning to analyze texts critically, write鈥攁nd revise鈥攖houghtfully, and communicate effectively, our alumni raise the standard in any profession they choose. To make it A Scarlet Banner Day, Dr. Dave Pancost 鈥69 and Dr. Paige Franklin, Hugh Vandivier 鈥91, and an anonymous donor will contribute a combined $1,000 when this challenge reaches 90 gifts.
GlobalHealth Give Now 106

The Global Health Initiative (GHI) provides life-changing opportunities for Wabash students to engage in experiential learning through local, regional, and international public health partnerships. To raise the banner and support this important work, Linda Claffey, Dr. Phil Coons 鈥67, Dr. Sam Milligan 鈥68, Dr. Tim Hodges 鈥83, Dr. John Roberts 鈥83, Dr. Bob Oppman 鈥88, Ben Seib 鈥02, Dr. Micah Smith 鈥03, Brian Clem 鈥04, Dr. Todd Vogel 鈥04, and Chris Amidon FNP have pledged a total of $20,000 to challenge GHI Fellows, Global Health students and alumni, healthcare professionals, and supporters of this initiative to make a gift on 04.29.26. When this challenge reaches 100 gifts, they鈥檒l contribute $5,000. At 125 gifts, they鈥檒l add another $5,000. And when this challenge reaches 150 gifts, they鈥檒l give $10,000.
History Give Now 79

Dr. Bob Royalty and Dr. Rick Warner both started at Wabash in 1999 and retired after 27 years of teaching. In honor of Dr. Royalty, Jeff Sostak 鈥06 will give $1,500 when this challenge reaches 27 gifts. When we receive 54 gifts, Casey Gioielli 鈥03, Jose Herrera 鈥13, Chris Widup 鈥13, and Emily Vetne honor Dr. Warner with a combined $700. They鈥檒l add another $700 when this challenge raises the banner with 99 gifts. After making your gift today, share your banner-worthy moment or memory of Dr. Royalty or Dr. Warner.
Peck Give Now 20

Trustee Emeritus Roger Billings 鈥59, a Senior Peck Award Winner, challenges his fellow Peck award winners鈥攊ncluding Bingham and Ristine Awards and Junior and Senior medal recipients鈥攖o support the continued education of Wabash men into future lawyers who serve with integrity and civility. On this Scarlet Banner Day, Roger will match a total of $4,000 in all gifts made to this challenge.
PhiBetaKappa Give Now 43

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Phi Beta Kappa Society. Our chapter at 91自拍 was chartered in 1898, the 42nd chapter of the society and the 2nd in the state of Indiana. The Greek letters Phi Beta Kappa represent the initials of words often translated as 鈥淭he love of wisdom is the helmsman of life.鈥 To raise the banner today, John Greves 鈥68, Dr. Dave Pancost 鈥69 and Dr. Paige Franklin, Ryan Martin 鈥01, and Brian Clem 鈥04 will match the first $2,100 given to this challenge.
Physics Give Now 61

Raising the banner to celebrate the Physics department鈥檚 continued excellence in teaching, Michael Lambert 鈥80 will give $1,000 and James Szalkie 鈥25 will give $10 when this challenge reaches 50 gifts.
PreLaw Give Now 36

May it please the court, John Olivieri 鈥91 rises to challenge his fellow alumni in the legal profession and those who support the rigorous education of Wabash students to think critically and develop a lawyerly mind. On 04.29.26, he鈥檒l raise the banner and match the first $5,000 given to this challenge.
Psychology Give Now 77

Chris Bojrab 鈥89 joins the Psychology Department faculty in pledging a total of $1,900 when this challenge reaches 75 gifts to make it A Scarlet Banner Day.
Religion Give Now 41

To honor Dr. Stephen Webb 鈥83, Dr. Bill Placher 鈥70, and the tremendous work of the Religion Department, Terry Archambeault '05 will match every dollar given to this challenge up to $200.
Theater Give Now 87

On this Day of Giving, let's open the scarlet curtain for Professor Michael Abbott '85 to take a bow as he retires after 32 years of teaching at Wabash. Every person who makes a gift on 04.29.26 using the Theater code will have their name listed in our programs for the 2026-27 season as a Friend of Wabash Theater. If you wish to give anonymously, just leave a note in the comments section. After making your gift today, share your banner-worthy moment or memory of Prof. Abbott. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you in Ball in the Fall!
WDPD Give Now 98

To raise the banner in support of our Wabash Democracy & Public Discourse staff and Fellows, Dr. Sara Mehltretter, Peter Durant 鈥70, Scott Dreher 鈥82, Tom Fisher 鈥91, Jason 鈥94 and Lori Cates Hand, Brian Clem 鈥04, Tyler Andrews 鈥15, Michael Lumpkin 鈥18, and Jake Weber 鈥25 together will give a total of $4,600 when this challenge reaches 100 gifts.
WLAIP Give Now 33

Since 2015, the Wabash Liberal Arts Immersion Program (WLAIP) has transformed the lives of exceptional young men who have gone on to become campus leaders, academic standouts, and exemplary Wabash gentlemen. On A Scarlet Banner Day, an anonymous donor is raising the banner for WLAIP with a $20,000 commitment to support the program鈥檚 ongoing needs, with a portion of that gift designated as matching funds for Day of Giving.

All gifts to WLAIP Affinity Challenge will be matched, with a special double match for former WLAIP participants from the Classes of 2020鈥2024.

Support of WLAIP continues to provide:

  • Early academic credits that jumpstart the 91自拍 experience
  • Critical mentorship from faculty, staff, and alumni
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • A lifelong brotherhood of fellow WLAIP alumni
Beta Give Now 169

Celebrating the 180th anniversary of the founding of Tau Chapter, Steve Rogers 鈥77, Eric Schoettle 鈥93, Derick Busenbark 鈥03, Matt Olivarez 鈥08, Jake German 鈥11, and Joe Stiglitz 鈥13 challenge their fellow brothers, sweethearts, and family members to raise the banner on 04.29.26. They鈥檒l collectively give $8,750 when this challenge reaches 250 gifts.
Delt Give Now 471

Brothers of the Beta Psi chapter and their families, you can help unlock $11,975 in additional gifts on 04.29.26 from the chapter advisory team, board members of 603 WW Inc., and loyal alumni brothers. Each 100 gifts up to 600 unlocks $1,500. When we beat last year鈥檚 mark with 795 gifts, this challenge will unlock $2,975.

Contributing Brothers: Mike Shaver 鈥73, Chris Baker 鈥74, Bob Betz 鈥75, Bob Chamness 鈥75, William Hill 鈥76, Charley Hutchins 鈥76, Rob Matthews 鈥76, Allen Murphy 鈥76, Roger Wilson 鈥76, Randy Allen 鈥77, Rick Batchelder 鈥77, Jim Evans 鈥77, Steve Wakefield 鈥77, David Benak 鈥78, Charles Candiano 鈥78, Gary Hanner 鈥78, Bruce Henderson 鈥78, Mark Noffsinger 鈥78, Larry Norris 鈥78, Don Rossler 鈥78, Skip Seaman 鈥78, Harvey Vandenburg 鈥78, Brad Ballentine 鈥79, Ralph Dixon 鈥79, Mike Doherty 鈥79, Greg Fuchs 鈥79, Tim McDonald 鈥79, Randy Mellinger 鈥79, Chong Ng 鈥79, Derek Roenfeldt 鈥79, Kevin Scheid 鈥79, Craig Schroer 鈥79, Dan Walters 鈥79, John Clark 鈥80, Max Simison 鈥80, Jim Kipp 鈥81, John Murphy 鈥82, Jeff Boggess 鈥89, Jason Jackson 鈥97, Chris Davis 鈥98, Mark Elrod 鈥99, Nick Prihoda 鈥99, Matt Dickerson 鈥00, Scott Long 鈥00, Jake Bradley 鈥01, Jeremy Vanscoy 鈥03, Tony Quandt 鈥04, Don Feeney 鈥07, Elliott Allen 鈥10, Marcus Manges 鈥10, and Jonathan Collier 鈥22
FIJI Give Now 198

A group of Phi Gam alums have pledged $10,790 when FIJI brothers, partners, families, and friends make 400 gifts to this challenge: John Greves 鈥68, Paul Van Ness 鈥77, Shawn Burton 鈥87, Chris Bojrab 鈥89, Mike Collins 鈥93, Chris Gegg 鈥99, Brian Clem 鈥04, Kyle Bender 鈥12, Patrick Bryant 鈥16, and Sean Cavanaugh 鈥16. Persistence alone is omnipotent, so let's lead the way among the fraternities and raise the banner for how FIJI always supports Wabash.
KappaSigma Give Now 203

Ivan Green 鈥69, Russell Pollard 鈥69, Bill Fell '75, Lee Hargitt 鈥88, Tom Welch 鈥94, Scott Medsker 鈥03, and Matt Binder 鈥16 challenge Kappa Sig Brothers, families, and friends to raise the banner with a combined total of $7,950. When this challenge reaches 150 gifts, they鈥檒l give $2,500. At 175 gifts, they鈥檒l give another $2,500. And when we reach 200 gifts, they鈥檒l contribute $2,950.
LambdaChi Give Now 180

Lambda Chi Alpha's alumni leaders challenge all Alpha Kappa Zeta brothers, family, and friends to raise the banner on our 2026 Day of Giving. When this challenge reaches 275 gifts, Peter Durant 鈥70, Peter Wright '81, Tim Jeffers 鈥87, John Flak 鈥90, Marcus White 鈥91, Dr. Derek Nelson 鈥99, Adam Packer '00, Ben Seib 鈥02, Bogdan Ianev 鈥03, Kyle Coffey 鈥06, Kyle Hayes 鈥09, Seton Goddard 鈥15, and Brian and Dr. Stephanie Kinnaman P鈥27 will give a total of $10,550.
Martindale Give Now 51

Joe Pieters 鈥89, Ezra Ball 鈥96, and Beau Browning 鈥05 challenge all current and former residents of Martindale, their friends, and families to raise the banner for Wabash students. Together, they'll match dollars given to this challenge up to $4,500.
Ott Give Now 1

Brad Maxwell 鈥83 raises the banner for all current and former residents of Butler House, Class of 鈥66 Lodge, Rogge Hall, Placher Lodge, Williams Hall, and Seymour House in addition to their families and friends. He鈥檒l match dollar-for-dollar the first $5,000 of gifts to this challenge on 04.29.26.
PhiDelt Give Now 197

For decades, Phi Delts have ensured that the Senior Bench is painted scarlet by kickoff of the first home game. Today, these Brothers will make it A Scarlet Banner Day by contributing a collective $16,042 when Phis, families, and friends make 300 gifts: Greg Spencer 鈥76, Brad Benbow 鈥83, Ron Bigler 鈥85, Jay Herrmann 鈥87, King Lumpkin 鈥88, Scott Smalstig 鈥88, Terry Riordan 鈥91, Bob Brady 鈥92, Greg Horman 鈥92, Deia and Mark Sutton 鈥92, Brian Zimmer 鈥93, and Collin Bell 鈥17.
PhiPsi Give Now 164

Live Ever, Die Never! When Phi Kappa Psi Brothers, families, and friends make 275 gifts or more, Mike Simmons 鈥88, Terry Hamilton 鈥89, Micah Smith 鈥03, Chris Bly 鈥06, Leo Priemer 鈥06, Tony Caldwell 鈥07, Chris Wojciechowski 鈥09, Jessi and Ken Farris 鈥12, Tyler Andrews 鈥15, and Logan Kleiman 鈥18 will give a total of $7,300. Let's raise the banner and support Wabash!聽
SigmaChi Give Now 175

Sigma Chi alumni, families, and friends have long supported the College, and we ask you to raise the banner with your gifts today. When this challenge reaches 250 gifts, Mike Kelley 鈥70, Brian Tonner 鈥84, Joel Tragesser 鈥94, S茅amus Boyce 鈥03, an anonymous Brother, and anonymous parents P鈥28 will give a total of $6,600 to Wabash.
TKE Give Now 100

Jon Pactor 鈥71, Mark Lazar 鈥81, Aaron Cook 鈥06, Steve Maynard 鈥11, and Jake Weber 鈥25 will give a total of $3,295 when Fraters, friends, and family members raise the banner and make 150 gifts or more to the Tau Kappa Epsilon challenge.
ThetaDelt Give Now 62

The following brothers are challenging the rest of the Theta Delt alumni to beat 132 gifts on the 2026 Day of Giving to unlock $7,500: Ward Poulos '96, Jeff Nicoson '97, Ryan Clougherty 鈥02, Todd Vogel '04, Kyle O'Keefe 鈥08, Jim Leuck '09, Joel Bustamante '11, Jacob Surface '11, Jordan Ferguson '12, Bryan Arnold '14, Corey Egler 鈥15, and Noah McRoberts 鈥25 raise the banner for our TDX Charge.
WolcottMorris Give Now 27

Raising the banner for the Wabash alumni and students who鈥檝e lived in Wolcott and Morris Halls, Michael Lambert 鈥80 and Chris Rowland 鈥94 will match the first $1,350 in gifts to this challenge.

Class Year, Campus, & Parent Challenges

These challenges are calculated automatically as you specify your Class Year and Affiliation when making your gift.

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Community Challenge Results

04.29.26 Banner Moments

Today, after making your gifts in support of Wabash students, we invite you to share your Banner Moment: a memory, event, or reflection that’s important to you and your time on campus or connection to the College.

Latest Banner Moments

Joining Sphinx Club in 1985 with a #1 shaved in my head Great Experience ! Still have some trouble with WINTERGREEN!

Michael and Lynn Mull (4/29/26 7:00PM)

More than a moment: I'm overwhelmed at times by how much good in my life has flowed from my decision to attend Wabash.

Greg Redding (4/29/26 6:49PM)

"Just deal with it, child." JEF frequently.

Joseph Day (4/29/26 6:38PM)

Celebrating Morgan Govekar’s graduation! Miami’s loss but huge Wabash gain!!

Connie Harris (4/29/26 6:33PM)

Fond memories of Prof. Don Herring's favorite sayings, none of which are suitable for publication on a family-friendly page like this one.

Ron Dostal (4/29/26 6:27PM)

It was a Scarlet Banner Moment for me when Professor Raymond Williams preached the sermon at my ordination in June of 2002.

John Sowers (4/29/26 6:26PM)

In honor of Profs. Whitney, Lamberton, Horton, and Benedicks for pouring their hearts into WLAIP over the years.

Anonymous (4/29/26 6:23PM)

Here's to Coach Brum for recruiting talented, smart, and spirited young men! (looking at you, Ahmoni, Kammrath, Whack, Shipp, and many more)

Jeremy Hartnett (4/29/26 6:19PM)

Shout out to the Bickett-Amundson household for their sharing their warmth, humor, care, and talents with many local tennis fans/players!

Jeremy Hartnett (4/29/26 6:16PM)

Can't believe it's been so many years. So many memories, and a lot of banner moments. Looking forward to homecoming and celebrating '91.

Scott Emmick (4/29/26 6:14PM)

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Recent A Scarlet Banner Day Gifts

We thank the alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and friends who have given today to support Wabash students on our 2026 Day of Giving. Please click here to view the complete A Scarlet Banner Day Honor Roll.

Below are the most recent gifts made today.

  • Michelle Kunin 2027
  • Justin Banks 1998
  • Patricia Moser
  • Chris Zimmerman 2025
  • Roger Rhodes
  • Dave Sadler 1969
  • Gina Davis
  • Sherry Ross Honorary
  • Patricia Zupan 2030
  • Hannah Glaser 2028
  • Nathan Davis 1996
  • Jon Paul Patterson 2008
  • Andrea Dickerson 2028
  • Spencer Sheridan 2012
  • Jeff Mucha 2017
  • Elaina Donahue
  • Andrew DeRolf 2008
  • Robert Sonnemaker 1967
  • Mike Rapier 1987
  • James Callane 1992
  • Johnny Martin 2006
  • Jonathan Dilley 2003
  • Harry Phillips 1965
  • Mark Renshaw 1978

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About #AScarletBannerDay

Visit the About 04.29.26 page to learn more about Wabash’s 2026 Day of Giving. There you can download official Day of Giving images for social media and view FAQs about making your gift, maximizing its impact, and sharing with the world how you raise the banner high for Wabash students with your gifts.

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#AScarletBannerDay

Raise the banner high on social media using #AScarletBannerDay and let the world see the @WabashCollege name held dear and the Scarlet color we cheer!