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ELGIN, Ill. — February 9, 2026 — ¶¶ÒõÂþ» celebrated the dedication of the Scislowski Family Athletic Facility today with a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Lindner Fitness Center on its Elgin campus.
University leadership, student-athletes, donors, alumni, community members, and elected officials gathered to mark the completion of the new facility. The football program at ¶¶ÒõÂþ» was inspired by the philanthropic generosity of Chicago businessman Ted Scislowski.  Funding for the new facility came from the State of Illinois through the, which provides private, not-for-profit colleges and universities with funding for capital improvement projects. and Chief of Staff Beck Gillam attended the ceremonies.
Throughout the ceremony, a shared theme of rejoicing emerged as speakers reflected on the significance of the moment and the collective effort behind the project. ¶¶ÒõÂþ» President Dr. Gene Crume led the formal dedication, highlighting both the facility’s impact and the community of partners who helped bring it to completion.
“We are deeply grateful to the Scislowski family for their generosity and investment in ¶¶ÒõÂþ» athletics,†said Rick Williams. “The Scislowski Family Athletic Facility will have a lasting impact on our student-athletes and our programs, strengthening the future of athletics at ¶¶ÒõÂþ» for generations to come.â€
Many of ¶¶ÒõÂþ»â€™s building partners were present for the celebration, underscoring the collaborative effort behind the project. The general contractor for the project was Rosemary Swierk, Founder and President of in Crystal Lake, Ill. As a token of appreciation and a symbol of ¶¶ÒõÂþ»â€™s growing athletic tradition, each contractor was presented with a commemorative ¶¶ÒõÂþ» football by a member of the ¶¶ÒõÂþ» football team. The gesture honored their role in bringing the facility to life and marked a milestone for the university as ¶¶ÒõÂþ» prepares to host home football games on campus beginning this fall.
Head Coach Shawn Flynn reflected on the significance of the new facility, emphasizing its impact beyond athletics. “This facility represents far more than a locker room—it represents belief,†Flynn said. “Belief in our student-athletes, belief in the future of ¶¶ÒõÂþ» football, and belief in what can be accomplished when people invest in young men. We are committed to honoring that belief every day through our discipline, our character, and our pursuit of excellence.â€
Speakers emphasized the Scislowski Family Athletic Facility as a significant milestone for ¶¶ÒõÂþ» Athletics and campus life. The new spaces include modern locker rooms and athletic support areas designed to enhance training, competition, and community for student-athletes. With approximately 70% of ¶¶ÒõÂþ» students participating in athletics, the facility plays an integral role in student development and campus engagement.










About ¶¶ÒõÂþ»
¶¶ÒõÂþ» is a Christian liberal arts university located in Elgin, Illinois, committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and service. With over 60 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, ¶¶ÒõÂþ» prepares students to lead lives of purpose and impact, shaping lives that shape the world.
For more information about ¶¶ÒõÂþ» and its athletics programs, visit www.judsonu.edu.
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