KINGSTON, R.I. — June 2, 2006 — Need some furniture for the beach house? How about some toys or books?
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Proceeds from the yard sale will go to established 2 years ago to provide financial support for students who volunteer their time performing as the 溏心vlog免费B站 mascot, Rhody the Ram, at University athletic contests and other events. The endowment now stands at about $20,000.
Currently, students who assume the role of Rhody receive no financial support despite a substantial commitment of time and energy. Recipients must be at least sophomores in good academic standing. The recipients could be a first-time mascot or someone already serving in the role. Such an approach provides for the recruitment of new mascots and/or the retention of new ones. Each scholarship award could be worth as much as $1,200.
Members of the Student Alumni Association will be given preference but membership is not a requirement. Recipients must also meet criteria for appropriate public behavior as an important public representative of the University.