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Watching the WMU game I noticed that the NIU helmets have a "GW" sticker opposite the "76" sticker.

What is the significance of the "GW" sticker?

George Wilkins, the generous booster that died at the Northwestern Game.

<a href='http://www3.niu.edu/athletics/press/05-06/09.17.05%20wilkins.htm' target='_blank'>http://www3.niu.edu/athletics/press/05-06/...5%20wilkins.htm</a>

<a href='http://www3.niu.edu/athletics/press/05-06/09.17.05%20wilkins.htm' target='_blank'>Dr. George Wilkins</a>

Above is a link and below is the story. I believe that Jim Phillips personally administered CPR to try and keep him alive.

September 17, 2005

‘GW’ Decal Added To Northern Illinois Football Helmet In Honor Of The Late George Wilkins

DeKalb, IL --- The round “GW

Of course, I forgot they added the sticker in his honor.

<a href='http://nusports.collegesports.com/genrel/murphys-mark-092005.html' target='_blank'>NU Notes</a>

Tragedy
During halftime of our football game against Northern Illinois, Northern Illinois' donor George Wilkins suffered a massive heart attack and passed away. Wilkins was watching the game with Northern Illinois' athletic director Jim Phillips in our press box. It was the first time we've faced a situation like this in recent years and our medical and administrative personnel acted quickly in trying to revive Wilkins. Phillips deserves special acknowledgement for his effort in administering CPR to Wilkins. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wilkins' family.

Of course, I forgot they added the sticker in his honor.