Clarification
of Holiday Spending
To
the Editors:
In
difficult financial times, it is especially important to create
informed opinions based on an accurate set of numbers. With that
in mind, I must set the record straight on the amount of spent for
the campus-wide Holiday Reception hosted by our President.
In the Nov. 1 issue of the Review it was erroneously reported that
the Annual Holiday Reception cost $75,000. The event has a set budget
of $7,500. Invitations to this event are sent to 1100-1200 employees,
retirees, widows and affiliate scholars along with the spouses/significant
others. The Holiday Reception includes children of employees as
well. When President Dye arrived on campus, she initiated a policy
to invite all employees to annual events. This has not always been
the case and marks her commitment to building a strong community
for Oberlin College.
We have always closely monitored the costs of events while continuing
to recognize the importance of gathering our colleagues and families
together.
–Jane
A. Mathison
Director of Donor Relations & Development Operations
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