Introducing The Spirit Package
Homecoming is all about traditions, some tried and true, and some new. Join us in introducing The Spirit Package—a fun way for alumni, students, and friends to pay it forward and show off their school spirit at the same time. It’s a win, win! Just make sure you get them while they last—The Spirit Package will only be around during Homecoming, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Big spirit, even bigger impact
Maybe you already give to the college or maybe you’ve been meaning to. Either way, The Spirit Package is a great way to invest further in the lives of our students and receive some cool gear while you are at it. Did you know that all contributions to The Spirit Package go directly to support student scholarships?
Scholarships mean more than just a lighter financial load on our students. It means they can focus on the college experience here at Lees-McRae. In addition to their attention aimed at academics in the classroom, they might pursue career-building opportunities through internships or study abroad trips. Financial support might also allow students to experience extracurricular activities like joining a club or volunteering in the community.
What is in The Spirit Package?
For a $30 contribution, you’ll receive:
- A limited edition t-shirt designed by a guest artist (learn more about the artist below!). The 2019 shirt features the iconic Tufts Tower emerging from the snow-capped peaks of our mountain home. Limited edition really means limited! Once supplies run out, the design will be put in the Bobcat vault!
- An enamel campfire mug displaying the college motto—In Montibus, Ex Montibus, Pro Montibus.
- A megaphone for all those moments you want to be loud and proud.
- And a decal for displaying your Bobcat pride wherever you choose—we will leave that up to you!
Where can I get my Spirit Package?
You can reserve your Spirit Package right here and pick it up at one of the following times and locations during Homecoming:
- Friday, Oct. 4 from 1–5 p.m. at the Needham Alumni House
- Friday, Oct. 4 from 5:30–8 p.m. at the Welcome Home Block Party in Swank Park
- Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. at Tate Field (Alumni Tent)
- Sunday, Oct. 6 from 10–11 a.m. at the Needham Alumni House
If you didn’t reserve one in advance, Spirit Packages will be available at the above locations while supplies last. Due to limited sizes and quantities, you should secure yours today.
See you at Homecoming!
About the Artist
Timothy Banks is an award-winning artist and illustrator originally from Western North Carolina and now residing in Charleston, SC. He’s created work for Nike, Nickelodeon, and Adult Swim; quirky covers for Paste magazine; and lots of children’s books with titles like There’s A Norseman in My Classroom, A Valentine For Frankenstein, and Monsters In Charleston. His work was recognized in 2018 by Lurzer’s Archive’s “200 Best Illustrators Worldwide” and has been exhibited by Gallery Nucleus in Los Angeles. Locally, you can find his art at ZaPow Gallery in Asheville or online at timothybanks.com.
