“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… a place where their sacrifices will never be forgotten.” — Larry Gies (’88 BUS)⁣ ⁣ With the renaming of Memorial Stadium to Gies Memorial Stadium, we don’t rewrite history —⁣ We carry it forward.⁣ ⁣ A tribute to the past.⁣ A commitment to the future.⁣ Still standing for those who served.⁣ ⁣ #ILLINOISalumni #WhereLegendsBegin