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October 14, 2001 New SIUE Athletic Logo To Be Revealed at Midnight Madness (EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.) Just as Southern Illinois University Edwardsville shows off it 2001-2002 basketball teams this Sunday night at Midnight Madness, University officials also have another introduction in store. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will reveal a new Cougar logo Sunday evening, announced Director of Athletics Cindy Jones. The first 500 students who show a valid SIUE ID Sunday night at Midnight Madness will receive a T-shirt with Athletics' new logo. "It is time for a new identity," said Jones. "We had players and coaches who desired a logo which was more alive and would create some energy and excitement." Jones said the logo change also reflects the University's movement toward enhancing campus life and Athletics' move to becoming increasingly competitive in NCAA Division II intercollegiate sports. University Graphics created the logo after a meeting earlier this year with the Athletic Department. "The objective was to project an image that would reflect the winning attitude of the athletic department," said Greg Myers, Director of University Graphics. Midnight Madness begins at 11 p.m. on Sunday at the Vadalabene Center. SIUE men's and women's basketball players and coaches will be on hand to mingle with students, faculty, staff, and fans. At midnight, the two teams will be introduced and will participate in their first official practice for the 2001-2002 season. -siue- |