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Kansas Wesleyan University

Kansas Wesleyan University announced the latest donation to the renovation of its new nursing facility Friday, a $150,000 gift from local philanthropist Mac Steele. The gift boosts the total contributions to more than $3.5 million, just under $1 million shy of the amount needed to complete the project.  

Steele, a lifelong resident of Salina and a graduate of St. John’s Military Academy, is known for his passion for the community and numerous investments in keeping the area thriving. He has made multiple donations to area schools and foundations to work toward the betterment of Salina and the surrounding area. 

“This is a remarkable gift from a very special friend,” said Ken Oliver, senior director of development. “Mac has supported this campaign from the very beginning and we are deeply grateful to him in helping us carry out the mission of the KWU Nursing department, preparing students for their future careers. His gift will truly make a difference in the lives of our students.

Contact Oliver at [email protected] or 785-833-4342 to learn more about how to make a campaign gift.

Kansas Wesleyan University

100 E. Claflin Avenue
Salina, KS 67401

785-827-5541

Kansas Wesleyan University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.