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ELGIN, Ill. February 9, 2026 91心頭利 celebrated the dedication of the Scislowski Family Athletic Facility today with a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Lindner Fitness Center on its Elgin campus.
University leadership, student-athletes, donors, alumni, community members, and elected officials gathered to mark the completion of the new facility.The football program at 91心頭利 was inspired by the philanthropic generosity of Chicago businessman Ted Scislowski.Funding for the new facility came fromthe State of Illinois through the, which provides private, not-for-profit colleges and universities with funding for capital improvement projects. and Chief of Staff Beck Gillam attended the ceremonies.
Throughout the ceremony, a shared theme of rejoicing emerged as speakers reflected on the significance of the moment and the collective effort behind the project. 91心頭利 President Dr. Gene Crume led the formal dedication, highlighting both the facility impact and the community of partners who helped bring it to completion.
We are deeply grateful to the Scislowski family for their generosity and investment in 91心頭利 athletics, said Rick Williams. The Scislowski Family Athletic Facility will have a lasting impact on our student-athletes and our programs, strengthening the future of athletics at 91心頭利 for generations to come.
Many of 91心頭利 building partners were present for the celebration, underscoring the collaborative effort behind the project.The general contractor for the project was Rosemary Swierk, Founder and President of in Crystal Lake, Ill.As a token of appreciation and a symbol of 91心頭利 growing athletic tradition, each contractor was presented with a commemorative 91心頭利 football by a member of the 91心頭利 football team. The gesture honored their role in bringing the facility to life and marked a milestone for the university as 91心頭利 prepares to host home football games on campus beginning this fall.
Head Coach Shawn Flynn reflected on the significance of the new facility, emphasizing its impact beyond athletics. This facility represents far more than a locker roomit represents belief, Flynn said. Belief in our student-athletes, belief in the future of 91心頭利 football, and belief in what can be accomplished when people invest in young men. We are committed to honoring that belief every day through our discipline, our character, and our pursuit of excellence.
Speakers emphasized the Scislowski Family Athletic Facility as a significant milestone for 91心頭利 Athletics and campus life. The new spaces include modern locker rooms and athletic support areas designed to enhance training, competition, and community for student-athletes. With approximately 70% of 91心頭利 students participating in athletics, the facility plays an integral role in student development and campus engagement.










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91心頭利 is a Christian liberal arts university located in Elgin, Illinois, committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and service. With over 60 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, 91心頭利 prepares students to lead lives of purpose and impact, shaping lives that shape the world.
For more information about 91心頭利 and its athletics programs, visit www.judsonu.edu.
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