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2009 Live Auction Items

LA01

Shocker Baseball “Full Count”

Four Shocker baseball experiences: Join Coach Gene Stephenson and the team for a pre-game dinner, throw out the first pitch, invite your friends to a private skybox with catered meal, and sit with a professional scout and former Shocker baseball player for a unique perspective of the game.
• Join Shocker Coach Gene Stephenson for pre-game dinner for two with our own nationally respected Wichita State baseball team
• Throw out first pitch at a Shocker home game TBD
• Enjoy the WSU Foundation’s skybox for 10 people complete with $150 catered meal
• Catch a professional scout’s view of a WSU baseball game for two 

Thank you, WSU Foundation and Shocker Baseball

LA02

Tradition-ally Eclectic?*

Theodore Alexander is one of the leading manufacturers of fine furniture, providing eclectic, traditional and transitional furniture and accessories. Using fine materials and expert craftsmanship on each piece, Theodore Alexander has become eminent in its field – renowned as a unique brand embodying quality in design. This fabulous solid antique hardwood bookcase from the Castle Bromwich Collection is a stunning example, standing 38-inches W x 18-inches D x 85-inches H. And, a little school spirit to boot!
• Bookcase
• “Go Shocks” plaque 

Thank you, Traditions, Inc.

LA03

As Told By Our Own Big Fish*

See the university through the eyes of WSU Dean Emeritus of Students James J. Rhatigan as he takes eight honored individuals on a scenic tour of Wichita State’s renowned outdoor sculpture collection and shares history dating back to Fairmount College. The storytelling culminates with a dining “excursion” at Bonefish Grill.
• Campus golf-cart tour for eight hosted by Dr. James Rhatigan
• Four-course dining excursion at Bonefish Grill, including specialty martinis and fine wine
• Gift basket from Bonefish Grill plus autographed copies of James Rhatigan’s book Presidential Partners: First Ladies of the University

(Must be booked two weeks in advance. Reservations not available in December.)

 Thank you, James and Beverly Rhatigan and Bonefish Grill

LA04

Vintage in the Valley*

Wine and dine while immersed in the heart of Napa Valley. Trip for four wine enthusiasts to enjoy the riches of Rudd Vineyard and Winery (above lower) and Summers Winery (above top) all the while being pampered at the premium Avia Napa Valley Hotel. 
• Rudd Vineyard and Winery tour and tasting for four with a casual wine country picnic lunch
• Tour and tasting at Summers Winery plus a private luncheon for four with winemaker Ignacio Blancas
• Two rooms for two weekend nights at the LodgeWorks Avia property in Napa Valley
• Two complimentary bottles of Summers Winery limited production wine
   Dinner for four at PRESS St. Helena restaurant 

Thank you, Rudd Vineyard and Winery, Summers Estate Wines and LodgeWorks L.P.
LA05

   Peaceful, Private Villa Valparaiso!

Six nights at your private villa near Puerto Vallarta with house and pool staff to cater to your every need. Descending four levels are the main floor with magnificent views, four bedrooms (all en suite) on two levels to insure privacy, and at the lowest level a terrace complete with two pools, lounging area and palapa — perfect for sunset sangrias.
• Six nights at Villa Valparaiso, including house and pool staff
• Must check availability with owners 

Thank you, Gil and Eliana Wohler

 

LA06

   Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner?  Cast and WuCrew

This dinner for eight couldn’t be scripted better. Starring Gregg and Lynn Marshall, produced by Cindy Carnahan with special effects by Bud Gates and supporting cast members Mike and Debbie Kennedy. Soundtrack by WSU student vocalists. 
• Dinner for eight hosted by Coach Gregg and Lynn Marshall at their home
• Party planner Cindy Carnahan
• Sommelier and fine-wine donor Bud Gates
• Servers, Mike and Debbie Kennedy and John Carnahan
• Vocalists, WSU student group 

Thank you, Gregg and Lynn Marshall, John and Cindy Carnahan, Bud and Toni Gates, Mike and Debbie Kennedy and WSU Student Vocalists

 

 

LA07

Sunsational Spectator Sports

A spectacular trip for four to Phoenix, Ariz., Feb. 26-March 1 for a weekend of spectator sports. Catch the inside scoop on the Phoenix Suns versus LA Clippers game with “Voice of the Suns” Gary Bender, WSU alumnus. Be Gary’s guests with game tickets and press passes for a behind-the-scenes look at the US Airways Arena, complete with a meal in the press room. Plus, attend the FBR Open (formerly the Phoenix Open), which draws the largest PGA Tour crowds — some 500,000 golf aficionados! Hotel reservations secured.
• Four tickets and press passes to the Phoenix Suns vs. LA Clippers game on Feb. 26, 2010
• Behind-the-scenes tour of US Airways Arena
• Dinner in the press room
• Pre-game behind-the-scenes tour of production unit
• Four Greenskeeper tickets  and parking passes to the Phoenix Open Feb. 27-28, 2010
• $1,500 in cash cards good for travel expenses and rooms at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort

Thank you, Gary Bender, Lanny Van Eman and BG Products

 

 

LA08

Drive Your Pride*

Go where others fear to tread in this rugged, yet beautiful 2009 Shocker Jeep Wrangler. This 4x4 Jeep comes complete with a wide variety of features, including four-speed automatic transmission, Sunrider© Soft Top, air conditioning and CD player with six speakers. This “tough to the core” ride boasts a 3.8-liter V6 engine, and four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes. For those off-road adventures, this new Jeep has Command-Trac© Shift-on-the-Fly 4WD System, along with traction control, hill-start assist and electronic roll mitigation. But it’s not all rough-and-tumble, as this Jeep carries a driver and three passengers in comfort in vinyl seats with adjustable head restraints. When you own a Jeep, you also own a legend. Winning bidder is responsible for all applicable taxes. 

Thank you, Davis-Moore Auto Group

 

LA09

You’re so Here

If you expect to play on world-famous courses, relax in beachfront paradises, ski out the front door and revel in spectacular penthouse views, this five-night stay in an Ultimate Escapes Elite Club property of your choice puts you there. Choose from more than 50 private Elite residences painstakingly appointed, equipped for large families and selected for their size, views, uniqueness and prime locations. Some restrictions apply.

Thank you, Dr. Debbie Haynes and Dr. Larry Beamer

 

 

LA10

Gourmet Chef , Master Florist…and You!


Experience dinner and drink like no others in the sophisticated ambience of Dr. Sam Cohlmia’s home. Ten guests will partake of a gourmet multi-course meal paired with fine wine — all of which is selected and prepared by Dr. Cohlmia. You won’t leave empty-handed, as the evening’s floral décor, crafted by master florist, J.R. Koontz of J.R. Koontz Flowers, will go home with you!
 Ten guests for dinner in the home of Dr. Sam Cohlmia
 Multi-course gourmet dinner paired with fine wines
 Take-home floral designs
 

Thank you, Dr. Sam Cohlmia and J.R. Koontz Flowers

 

 
LA11

Are You Ready for Some Football? 

Four tickets to see the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Packers for Monday Night Football, Dec. 7, 2009, in Green Bay. Visit the Packer Hall of Fame and take the Lambeau Field Atrium stadium tour. Meet WSU football alum and former Packer player Bob Long and join him at Curly’s Pub, named after Curly Lambeau of stadium fame, for lunch on game day. Then check out the Stadium View Sports Bar where the real fans meet and nab the occasional spontaneous autograph. Get ready for football!
• Ravens vs. Packers on Monday night, Dec. 7, 2009
• Experience four club-level seats on the Frozen Tundra
• On game day, meet Bob Long, former Shocker and Green Bay Packers football player, for lunch
• Visit Stadium View Sports Bar
• Lambeau Field Atrium stadium tour and Packers Hall of Fame tour
• $1,000 in cash cards provided by McCormick-Armstrong, good for guest rooms at Best Western Lambeau Field and travel 

Thank you, Bob Long, Koch Industries, Inc. and McCormick-Armstrong, Inc.

  
LA12

Decked Out*

Relax in the beauty and comfort of your own backyard any season of the year with a personal patio heater and beautiful cast aluminum patio vignette with accessories from Treescapes.
• Cast aluminum outdoor living grouping: love seat, two chairs, coffee table and end table
• Patio heater
• Throw pillows
• Patio rug
• Plants  

Thank you, Treescapes – The Outdoor Living Center

 

 
LA13

Discover Your Unforgettable

This seven-night stay in the Marriott Vacation Club of your choice gives you the chance to perfect your golf game, hang out on the beach, visit your favorite theme park or simply escape the hassles of everyday life.  Choose your unforgettable destination from a list of 2,500 resorts in more than 75 countries.
• Seven-night stay at a Marriott Vacation Club–Interval International Resorts
• Locations based upon availability (Vacation package must be used by Sept. 30, 2010. Contact the WSU Alumni Association to make arrangements.) 

Thank you, Dr. Kim Taylor

 
LA14

Bball Y’all

Shocker mania at its best! Twelve lucky Shocker fans will be front and center in the Roundhouse directly behind the Shocker bench for WSU vs. Texas Tech, Sat., Dec. 19. This Shocker experience also features a private tour of Koch Arena, access to a private VIP hospitality area — and to the coveted Champions Club at half-time. Travel in style with personal limousine service.
• 12 seats behind the Shocker bench for the WSU vs. Texas Tech game 7 p.m., Sat., Dec. 19
• VIP tour of Koch Arena
• Pregame dinner in VIP area
• Champions Club at half-time
• Limousine to and from the game(Arrangements to be made through the WSU Athletics Department.)

Thank you, Shocker Basketball and Artistic Limousines

 

LA15

     Fore!

The best of the best! One round of golf for four players at each of these renowned area courses: Prairie Dunes Country Club, Flint Hills National Golf Club and Wichita Country Club — all with Shocker celebrity forecaddies. Each outing includes a round of golf for four and two carts. Plus, a $100 gift card to Golf Warehouse. Show your spirit with complimentary WuShock golf balls!
• Round of golf for four with two golf carts at Prairie Dunes Country Club with Head Women’s Golf Coach Tom McCurdy as forecaddie
• Round of golf for four with two golf carts at Flint Hills National Golf Club with Athletics Director Eric Sexton as forecaddie
• Round of golf for four with two golf carts at Wichita Country Club with Head Men’s Golf Coach Grier Jones as forecaddie
• $100 gift card to Golf Warehouse
• Four dozen WuShock golf balls
(Scheduling and arrangements to be made through WSU Athletics Department.)

 Thank you, Tim and Pat O’Sullivan, Prairie Dunes Country Club, Flint Hills National Golf Club and Wichita Country Club

LA16

    Renew Your Spirit in Sedona  

This trip to the Southwest will rest your body and rejuvenate your soul.  Enjoy a week’s stay in a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath, two-fireplace, two-story townhouse, which comfortably sleeps six. Enjoy mild mountain weather as you take in Sedona’s art galleries, historic ruins, hiking trails and fishing. Some restrictions apply.
• A week’s stay at a spacious condo, which features two baths, two fireplaces, a kitchen, master bath spa and other luxuries
• Resort amenities include two lighted tennis courts, an indoor-outdoor swimming pool and exercise room
(Maximum occupancy: six. Must be used between Jan. 1, 2010, and Feb. 28, 2011.  Check availability with owners.) 

Thank you, Buck and Gladys Alley  
LA17

Arch Madness 

An opportunity for two to hit the road in March 2010 to cheer on the Shocks in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. Package features a three nights’ stay in the team hotel in downtown St. Louis, two all-session tickets and hospitality and special event passes. Two Air Tran travel vouchers are included.
• Two all-session tourney tickets
• Two VIP hospitality passes to the Scottrade Club
• Two tickets to the Hall of Fame breakfast and to the Coach of the Year luncheon
• Two Arch Madness T-shirts
• Three-night hotel stay
• Two Air Tran vouchers
(Must submit Arch Madness Tournament package form to the Missouri Valley Conference prior to Jan. 18, 2010.) 

Thank you, Missouri Valley Conference and Air Tran Airways

  
LA18

Jump On It!*

Take the wine-glass challenge on this incredible king-size Tempur-Pedic® bed! Soft where you want it to be.  Firm where you need it to be.  Luxurious bedding and linens complement this oasis of comfort. Jump on it, figuratively speaking, of course!
• King-size Tempur-Pedic mattress
• Bedding, linens and draperies 

Thank you, The Mattress Hub and Dillard’s Towne East