HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. – Northern Kentucky University's Go Norse Fund is auctioning an item during the NKU men's basketball game set for Saturday, Feb. 20, in an effort to raise funds for NKU Athletics and its student-athletes.
 
The Norse wrap up regular season play this weekend, taking on Wright State at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, and at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20. The GNF has been auctioning items during men's basketball home games this season with funds raised used to support our 17 sports programs and student-athletes. Items within the auction are donated by local businesses and organizations, GNF board members, NKU Athletics and various NKY community members.
 
Up for auction on Saturday is a basket filled with a variety of items donated by the NKU Alumni Association. The auction will begin two hours prior to tip off (3 p.m. Saturday) and will close five minutes after the game concludes.

This weekend is also Homecoming and Alumni Weekend. Join us Saturday, Feb. 20, at 4 p.m. for the Virtual Homecoming Pep Rally featuring NKU basketball coaches, cheerleaders, dance team, Alumni Board and Council Presidents, a special appearance from Victor and more! DJ Ghost will start the party early with a live set starting at 3:15 p.m. View details here.
 
Saturday's Auction Item 
 
'NKU Alumni Basket'
 
Stock up on all things Norse for NKU's Homecoming and Alumni Weekend! NKU branded items in the basket include:
-     Collapsible Cooler, Fleece Blanket, President Vaidya Bobblehead, Cincinnati Reds Baseball Cap, Tervis Sport Water Bottle, Solo Cup, Cocktail Jigger, Insulated Coffee Mug, Post-it Notebook, Lanyard, Dress Socks, Winter Scarf, Bluetooth Speaker, Pen, Chip Clip, Pom-Pom, Face Masks, and Tech Stickers
 
Registration details and more information on the auction items can be found at norse21.givesmart.com.
 
About the Go Norse Fund
The Go Norse fund is the annual fundraising arm of NKU Athletics. Annual gifts help offset the cost of scholarships and operations for all 17 Division 1 Varsity Sports. The Mission of the Go Norse Fund is to advance the University's vision while focusing on the well-being of our student athletes as we prepare and empower each of them for both academic and competitive success at NKU and beyond. For more information, or any questions, please contact Mackenzie Laumann (859-572-7894 or Laumannm1@nku.edu).