January 25, 2008

Alumni Credit Cards Offer Rewards to Stem Decline in Use

By ERIN STROUT

Dena Sattler carries multiple credit cards, but when faced with the decision of which one to use at the checkout, more often than not she chooses the one emblazoned with the logo of the University of Iowa. As an alumna and football fan, she can earn points toward Hawkeye memorabilia to add to her collection.

So far, she has cashed in credit-card points for two football helmets used in games.

"Each one included a thank-you note from Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta, which was a

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