COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. – The Saint John's University athletic department has announced that it plans to honor Jacob Wetterling by wearing the No. 11 in some form on all of its athletic uniforms during the 2016-17 academic year. 

Jacob wore No. 11, which was also his favorite number, when he participated in youth sports and the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center and family have asked that the No. 11 be showcased to honor their son.

All SJU athletic teams will wear, when applicable, a sticker showcasing the No. 11 and Jacob on its uniform (helmet, shoe, etc.).

In addition, the SJU football team will wear the No. 11 on the right side of every helmet, with the jersey number on the left side, for the remainder of the 2016 season.

To remember and honor Jacob's hope for our world, the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center and family have asked everyone to exhibit these 11 traits to show your commitment to making the world a better place for everyone:

1. Be fair
2. Be kind
3. Be understanding
4. Be honest
5. Be thankful
6. Be a good sport
7. Be a good friend
8. Be joyful
9. Be generous
10. Be gentle with others
11. Be positive

The Wetterling Family Memorial Service for Jacob will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, on the College of Saint Benedict campus in St. Joseph.