September 7, 2007
U. of Oregon Lands $100-Million Gift
The University of Oregon announced last month that Philip H. Knight, the co-founder and chairman of Nike, and his wife, Penny, planned to give $100-million to Oregon's athletics program. The donation, the largest the university has ever received, will help build a new basketball arena.
The pledge is Mr. Knight's second big gift to a university in just over a year, and one of many he has given to Oregon.
The announcement was a victory for Patrick J. Kilkenny, the Oregon athletic
This content is only for subscribers. You can gain access by purchasing a:
Print Subscription
Digital Subscription
Already have an account? Log In Now.
-
The Chronicle Review
-
Government
-
Advice
