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Preferred Partners Program Application
Preferred Partners Program
Preferred Partners are selected by the EIU Alumni Association. This program allows members to access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
To receive any of the featured discounts below, simply present your EIU Alumni Association membership card at the time of purchase or if purchasing online please e-mail alumeiu@eiu.edu or call 1-800-ALUM-EIU for discount promo codes.
We plan to continuously add new partners. Please check back regularly for the latest offers and deals.
Campus Businesses
University Book Store
10 percent off all in-store clothing purchases. Must present membership card upon purchase.
Local Businesses
Gavina Graphics
10 percent off all purchases at either Positively 4th Street Records (must present membership card) or at EIUClothing.com. Contact the EIU Alumni Association for the coupon code.
McGrady Inn
5 percent discount on normal room rates. Must present membership card upon check-in. Call 217-348-8259 or 217-348-8258 for reservation information.
Hampton Inn Mattoon
10 percent off one night’s lodging – all room rates apply and a free continental breakfast. Must present membership card upon check-in. Call 217-234-4267 for reservation information.
Sylvan Learning Center
Ten percent off a prepaid program. Only available at Mattoon, IL and Champaign, IL locations. Must present membership card upon purchase.
National Businesses
Car Rental
Discounts vary. Contact the EIU Alumni Association for promo codes.
- Alamo 1-800-462-5266
- Budget 1-800-455-2848
- Hertz 1-800-654-2210
- National 1-800-227-7368
- Avis 1-800-831-8000
Choice Hotels
Up to 15 percent off. Contact the EIU Alumni Association for the special rate id number.
Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions
Coming soon!
SJB Promotions
New customers offered 10 percent off first order. For additional information, e-mail jill@sjbpromotions.com.
Stevens Van Lines
Preferential treatment and discounted rates (up to 65%) on interstate and international moves.
Working Advantage
Discounts on theme parks, sporting events, online shopping, ski tickets, gift certificates, movie theatres and more. Contact the EIU Alumni Association for the membership id number.
Business Owners: Apply for Partnership
Business owners and managers interested in partnering with us please download and complete our Preferred Partners Program application.
Send applications by mail or fax to:
EIU Alumni Association
ATTN: Preferred Partners Program
600 Lincoln Ave.
Charleston, IL 61920-3099
Fax: 217-581-7260
If you know of a business that would like to participate in Preferred Partners Program, please e-mail alumeiu@eiu.edu or call 1-800-ALUM-EIU.