Hall of Fame & Jersey Retirements
- Induction:
- 2011
Through her passion for nursing and dedication to DePaul University, Joni Phillips earned the Dr. Robert Hamilton Special Service Award at the 2011 Hall of Fame induction ceremony. In university history, Philips has become the most generous benefactor of DePaul athletics. Phillips has purchased commemorative rings for DePaul teams that won conference championships or competed in the NCAA tournament. She also helped refurbish the Allstate Arena and contributed to endowed scholarships.Â
Because of her generosity, the athletic director’s suite of offices in the Sullivan Athletic Center is named after her. Additionally, the heart of the Sullivan Athletic Center has been named the McGrath-Phillips Arena and the balcony within the arena shares the name of Phillip’s parents.
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