MURFREESBORO, Tenn., March 2 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news release:

By Brian Delaney

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The Middle Tennessee State University community raised more than $1.2 million during its ninth annual True Blue Give, generating more than 1,600 gifts to benefit students and programs across campus.

Held Feb. 10-12, the three-day campaign reflected participation from alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents, and friends across 33 states. Gifts of all sizes combined to support scholarships, academic colleges, student services and athletics, reinforcing the message that every contribution makes a difference.

University leaders say True Blue Give continues to gain momentum each year, with more individ...