Spread a little holiday cheer and OHIO spirit with gifts from The Bobcat Store
The spirit of giving is in the air, and if youāre looking to spread that joyous feeling and a little 51ĀŅĀ× pride this holiday season, look no further than .
From one-of-a-kind ornaments to cozy apparel, the official online store of the 51ĀŅĀ× Alumni Association is the perfect place to check off the holiday wish lists for your past, present or future Bobcat. And, as our gift to you, The Bobcat Store is offering free shipping on all merchandise through the end of the year!
Check out some of our favorite holiday picks:
The Bobcat Storeās 2019 commemorative ornament celebrates the 90th anniversary of OHIOās beloved Peden Stadium and pays tribute to the decades of school spirit that date back to November 1929 when the stadium hosted its first game. Whether you have memories as a fan in the bleachers, a member of the Marching 110 or an athlete on the field, beckons all Bobcats to āStand Up and Cheer.ā
Donāt forget to check out , featuring past yearsā commemorative OHIO ornaments as well as those designed by artists from Athensā Passion Works Studio.
Looking to bring the beauty and spirit of OHIOās historic College Green to your Bobcat abode? Donāt miss out on the third installment in a four-part collection of prints by contemporary American artist and OHIOās 2014 Honorary Alumna Award winner Betsy Ross Koller. Proceeds from this collection benefit OHIOās Appalachian Scholars Program.
highlights one of the seasonās most-cherished traditions at OHIO, International Week, an annual event honoring 51ĀŅĀ×ās rich history of cultural diversity.
Athensā brick roads and sidewalks are a hallmark of generations of Bobcatsā home away from home and a symbol of the community that dates back to the 19th century and the Athens Brick Company whose Athens Block bricks paved streets around the world.
Bring this iconic memento of town and gown to your home for the holidays with two new ornaments handcrafted by Athens Block LLC, a local art studio that has been using the Athens Block imprint for 22 years. The ornaments are available in a featuring paw prints and the with Athens and paw imprints.
Athens Block LLC was founded by OHIO alumnus James Robinson, MFA ā99, who is also an artist at the business.
āThe holidays are often a time that encourages people to think about tradition,ā Robinson said. āThe ornament reflects the amazing story behind Ohioās historic brick manufacturing.ā
Be sure to check out The Bobcat Storeās , which includes over 30 new products featuring new, one-of-a-kind designs. From The Bobcat Storeās first-ever Party in a Box to new apparel for 51ĀŅĀ× fans of all ages, youāll find everything you need for the Bobcats on your shopping list!
To ensure that your Bobcat Store items arrive by Dec. 24, most orders should be placed by Monday, Dec. 16. Before placing an order, check the item description for estimated delivery times.
The Bobcat Store was launched in 2007 as a means of keeping Bobcats past, present and future connected to each other, the University and the Athens community. A one-stop shop for unique, high-quality merchandise that evokes OHIO nostalgia, every Bobcat Store purchase directly supports student scholarships, programming, events and special initiatives.