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\u201cThrough these generous donations, we are able to provide premier experiences for our students and invest in the next generation,\u201d said Southeastern University president, Dr. Kent Ingle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The university announced today that it has received a generous land donation of 36 acres, worth $2.6 million, from Ed and Mary Ann Holloway. The land is located on Lakeland Highlands Road, south of Edgewood Road and north of Sam\u2019s Club. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are extremely grateful for the generosity of the Holloway family as we look to expand our athletic programs,\u201d said Ingle. \u201cThrough this donation, our student athletes will be able to continue to compete at the highest level.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The land will be used for future development of the Southeastern University athletic facilities, with a championship tennis facility, soccer fields, and baseball stadium all possible at the site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMary Ann and I recognized a need for Southeastern Athletics and are very excited about the future plans for the site,\u201d said Holloway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Holloways purchased 1,600 acres of phosphate-mined land in the 1950s with the goal of preserving the land for future generations. Today, 352 acres of that land is dedicated to Holloway Park, a favorite location for running enthusiasts and a popular venue for some of the biggest cross country meets in the state. It also includes nature trails and will be the site of a disc golf course that is currently under construction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI want to thank Ed and Mary Ann Holloway for this generous donation,\u201d said Director of Athletics Drew Watson. \u201cTheir love for Lakeland and the greater Polk County area is truly remarkable. I also want to thank our Cross Country coach, Paul Kurtz, for his invaluable assistance during this process. I look forward to seeing a shared vision for this property come to life for Fire Athletics and the community in the coming years.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, the university has recently completed a $6 million matching gift campaign in March of this year, which included a $3 million gift from a group of anonymous donors. The funds from the campaign were used to complete the university\u2019s new 31,200-square-foot Welcome Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe opening of the Welcome Center was the culmination of a vision for our students which began over two years ago,\u201d said Ingle. The building serves as the official new front door to the campus to welcome prospective students and guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As prospective students and their parents arrive for a campus tour, they visit the Experience Room to get a glimpse of campus life. Additionally, the Welcome Center is home to administrative offices and the Lake Bonny Room, a banquet facility and meeting room with a scenic view over Lake Bonny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A dedication of the building is planned for November 4 at 5:15 p.m. and is open to the public. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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