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2022 Gala

The 2022 Marian University Gala

October 28, 2022

JW Marriott Indianapolis | Reception 6 p.m. | Program and Dinner 7 p.m. | Post Reception featuring Endless Summer Band | Black Tie Optional

The 2022 Marian University Gala will be held at the JW Marriott (10 South West Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204), honoring Indianapolis area leaders, new friends, long-time supporters, alumni, faculty, staff, and students. We look forward to sharing and celebrating our successes, looking ahead to our bright future, and forging ahead to provide an education distinguished in our ability to prepare transformative leaders for service to the world.

We also celebrate the accomplishments of our 2022 honorees: First Lady Janet Holcomb, Franciscan Values Award; Mario Rodriguez, John A. Purdie Innovator and Mentor of the Year Award; John and Phyllis Cardis, Dillon Family Distinguished Alumni Award. We also welcome back Emcee Rafael Sánchez! Learn more about them below.

Download the latest 2022 Gala Brochure

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Hotel and Parking Information

The Marian University Gala will be held at the JW Marriott. We apologize for the inconvenience, but rooms at the JW Marriott have sold out. For accommodations, guests are welcome to stay at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown,  here.

Parking will be available at the JW Marriott Indianapolis, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, Washington Street Garage, or the White River State Park Garage. Parking in both garages can fill quickly. Please allow extra time for Friday rush-hour traffic, to find parking, and make your way into the hotel.JW Marriot Logo

JW Marriott Indianapolis
10 South West Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  • Self-parking (no overnight): $26 per vehicle
  • Valet parking (0-5 hours; no overnight): $55 per vehicle: Access valet parking at the JW Marriott entrance.
  • Overnight parking: standard rates, $50 self-park

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
350 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN; Call: 1-877-640-7666 for room availability

Washington Street Garage
401 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  • Connected to JW Marriott via skywalk
  • $20 per vehicle for up to six (6) hours

White River State Park Garage
650 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  • $20 per vehicle for up to six (6) hours

Honorees

John '63 and Phyllis Cardis
2022 Dillon Family Distinguished Alumni AwardJohn and Phyllis

 

Janet Holcomb
2022 Franciscan Values AwardJanet Holcomb

Mario Rodriguez
2022 John A. Purdie Innovator and Mentor of the Year Award  Mario Rodriquez

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Michael and Rebecca Kubacki

Reception Sponsor

Denny and Cathy Sponsel

Dessert Sponsor

Scott '98 and Jenn Young

Video Sponsor

Parkview Logo

 

Entertainment Sponsor

Ascension Logo

Endowed and Annual Scholarship Sponsor ($50,000)

Parkview Logo

Russell and Penny Fortune Foundation, Inc.

Multiple Sponsorships are still available.

  • Full back page ad in printed program
  • Recognition in printed event program and on digital signage at event
  • marian.edu/gala website recognition
  • One table of 10 with preferred placement

Printed Program Sponsor

Morales Logo

Skywalk Sponsor

Hendricks Logo

 

Giveaway Sponsor

Wood Mizer Logo

Platinum Table Sponsor ($10,000)

  • Recognition in printed event program and on digital signage at event
  • One table of 10

Gold Table Sponsor ($5,000)

  • Recognition in printed event program and on digital signage at event
  • One table of 10

Of note:

  • Pledges for sponsorships can be fulfilled over three to five years.
  • All sponsorships at $50,000 or more are eligible to endow a scholarship in the donor/company’s name.
  • A portion of your purchase may be considered a charitable donation