What a jaded take. You don’t think much of us humans, eh?
Larry Gies Makes Transformational $100 Million Gift to Illinois Athletics
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I was just being sarcastic. Probably should have added the /s.
To the contrary, I think it is a great thing about human nature that doing a good act can engage a dopamine response, and thereby encourage you to do another good act in the future. I think we would be better off if more people discovered and embraced how good it feels to do good things in the world.
I don't think it's a bad thing that people are motivated to do good things for various reasons, whether it be that dopamine response, a tote bag, or the promise of eternal paradise. I don't care why you did a good thing, just that you did it. I think the thing that is harmful is the insistence that if there is any direct or indirect benefit you receive for doing a good thing, it invalidates the entire endeavor. To me, that is nonsense.
“But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
Matthew 6:3-4
Matthew 19:24: "And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God".
which is why some people give a lot of it away near the end of their lives . in a strange way, money can be a burden .
that said , rich or poor , it’s nice to have money
I don’t think my line of logic invalidates anything (nor is it intended to); it’s simply offering another possibility. Your rather reductive reasoning appears to reduce us to the simple biological entities we seem to be and leaves no room for other human dimensions or absolute selflessness. You could be right. Time will tell. 
What kind of dopamine response did the fallen doughboys get when they were lethally gassed?
Then again, no desire to get into a peeing contest … so I’ll end here.
What kind of dopamine response did the fallen doughboys get when they were lethally gassed?
Then again, no desire to get into a peeing contest … so I’ll end here.
So Zuppke is sacred? Why not “Charmen Zuppke Field”?
I once thought that although the Assembly Hall could be renamed, or the Auditorium become Follinger, at least Memorial Stadium was safe, because who would be so crass as to disrespect those who gave the great sacrifice? Well, as the old folks said, live and learn.
I once thought that although the Assembly Hall could be renamed, or the Auditorium become Follinger, at least Memorial Stadium was safe, because who would be so crass as to disrespect those who gave the great sacrifice? Well, as the old folks said, live and learn.
My dad always said, "Son, ain't no shame in being poor....but it damn sure is inconvenient".
Not sure I like that name but following this logic, we will have to change the state name when it gets to $300M.“Looks like Khan University of Illinois!”
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Gies said the donation is in honor of his father, Larry Gies Sr., a U.S. Army veteran.
"This gift is about honoring my father, a true patriot, and every brave soul who has worn or will wear the uniform to defend our country," Gies said in the announcement. "With this investment, we can ensure that this stadium continues to be a place where their sacrifices will never be forgotten—and a shining light for every American who protects our freedom in the future." USA Today
Admittedly, namings like this appear to be a sign of the times. I just find it unfortunate that, for those who don't know the history of the university or Memorial stadium, it will appear the stadium is a memorial to Gies and not, as it is, a memorial to the Illini who fought in World War I.
We can all agree to disagree about "Memorial Stadium" or "Gies Memorial Stadium". Or "Chief" or "no Chief". I respect everyone's opinions. But we all have the same goal of kicking Ohio State's a$$ on Oct 11 and eventually bringing a national championship here. We all bleed Orange and Blue if we are on this board at all. But first let's give Western Michigan the largest beatdown they've ever had tomorrow, and go from there......
I was at the O'Hare oasis today and saw a man wearing this shirt. I chuckled a little.
https://illini.store/cdn/shop/files...andWhite-Mockup-02.jpg?v=1749152519&width=823
https://illini.store/cdn/shop/files...andWhite-Mockup-02.jpg?v=1749152519&width=823
https://illini.store/collections/gies-college-of-business that shirt is available for the low price of 13.95. If you are on the quad by bif or wymer, that is standard apparel for the business students.
Gies at Memorial Stadium. Good. Geese at the golf course. Bad.
Dan
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Closing this thread now, please continue the stadium discussion in the Gies Memorial Stadium thread-
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