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Western New England promotes Acting AD Jenn Kolins to the permanent position. President Robert Johnson: “Jenn has devoted years to enhancing the student-athlete experience here at WNE. Her exceptional achievements in coaching and administration are a testament to her outstanding leadership qualities. Her dedication to diversity, inclusion, and community service reflects the spirit of excellence we foster at WNE. My heartfelt congratulations to her on this well-deserved appointment. We look forward to a strong future under her leadership.” (link)

The DI Strategic Vision and Planning Committee discussed several topics at its meeting earlier this month, including a comprehensive review of membership requirements. In its final report, the committee and Football Oversight Committee Membership Subgroup recommended that SVPC conduct a comprehensive review of membership requirements over the next 12 to 24 months. Next steps in the review include SVPC continuing its analysis of the process for institutions to reclassify from DII or DIII to DI to determine whether the reclassification process may benefit from a framework focused on more objective membership standards. The committee will explore a three-year transition process for DII institutions moving to DI and a four-year transition process for those moving from DIII to DI, with the possibility to accelerate the process if elevated objective benchmarks are achieved. Objective membership categories SVPC will continue to explore include academics, athletic staffing, equity, facilities, financial aid, financial viability, health and safety, sports sponsorship and student-athlete services and benefits. SVPC will seek feedback from the FBS Oversight Committee on whether authority over the reclassification process should be transitioned to its purview. More in the full rundown. (link)

Kalamazoo Co-Interim AD/Football HC Jamie Zorbo talks about investing in the Hornets Strength & Conditioning program through a three-year pilot collaboration with the Richland-based Athletic Mentors that provides each team access to multiple certified coaches, plus nutrition advice, sports psychology services and enhanced technology: “We’ve gone from a Division III caliber strength and conditioning program to a Division I by most standards. [...] It’s a focal point when prospective student-athletes visit. Recruits want us to describe the culture in the weight room and what an offseason program looks like. We’re able to answer that question very positively now. [...] The strength and conditioning coach and a head coach talk about where a team might be deficient. They’re very organized and take a year-round approach. That used to be a big challenge for us. It’s not a hurdle anymore, because there are multiple trained coaches that we have access to who handle all the programming and planning for each team.” (link)

Sport Additions:
+ Mount Aloysius is launching a co-ed Rifle team beginning in 2024-25. (link)

+ New England College is adding Nordic Skiing for 2024-25. (link)

There’s No Plate Like Home: 

+ Transylvania inks a 20-year deal for its Baseball program to continue playing at Lexington Professional Baseball's stadium. (link)

+ Mary Baldwin Baseball will practice and play at Shifflett Field, about 20 miles northeast of campus. (link)

It’s Personnel:

+ A trio of Wittenberg HCs have added administrative responsibilities: Women’s Soccer HC/SWA Katie Robinson and Men’s Lacrosse HC Jay Owen add Asst. AD for Internal Operations responsibilities and Swimming & Diving HC Samantha Williams Benedict will serve as Asst. AD for Compliance. (link)

+ Thiel Director of Compliance & Eligibility/SWA/Cross Country HC Carissa Cessna heads to Missouri Southern State (DII) as Asst. AD for Compliance & Academic Services. (link)

+ Saint Benedict appoints Nursing professor Carrie Hoover as FAR. (link)

Quick Hits:

+ An alumni gift has endowed the Moses Family Associate Head Coach of Lacrosse position at Hobart. (link)

+ Ripon partners with Opendorse for its NIL marketplace. (link)

+ UT Dallas launches a new mobile app. (link)

Delaware Valley elevates alumnus and Football AC Mike Isgro to HC. DVU Provost and VP for Academic Affairs Dr. Gloria Oikelome: “Mike's dedication to the institution and our students is admirable, and this commitment stood out among the candidates. I am confident that we selected the right person for this job, and I look forward to the continued persistence and success of our student athletes under his leadership, not only winning on the field but most importantly, thriving and achieving their academic goals.” (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Carroll names Wisconsin (DI) Women’s Soccer AC Chris Tadley as HC. (link)

+ Wheaton (IL) taps Gardner-Webb (DI) Women’s Volleyball HC Eric Plunkett for the same post. (link)

+ Wittenberg elevates alumna and Field Hockey AC Brighid Kortyna to HC. (link)

+ John Jay appoints former Dominican (NY - DII) Softball HC Joe Burbridge as interim HC. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Husson elevates Provost Lynne Coy-Ogan to serve as the first female president in school history. (link)

+ Norwich has pressed pause on naming retired USMC Lieutenant General John Broadmeadow as its next president due to medical concerns for Broadmeadow. Acting President Karen Gaines will remain in the role until at least the spring. (link)

+ The 20 Penn State Commonwealth Campuses stand to lose $54 million in FY25 & FY26 as part of $94 million in systemwide budget cuts. (link)

+ RPI reaches a $6.5 million settlement in a class action lawsuit over the school’s transition to virtual learning at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. (link)

The U.S. economy grew at an unexpectedly brisk 3.3% annual pace during 2023 Q4, far surpassing the 2% gain expected by Wall Street. For all of 2023, the U.S. economy accelerated at a 2.5% annualized pace, well ahead of the Wall Street outlook at the beginning of the year and better than the 1.9% increase in 2022. There also was progress on inflation, as core prices for personal consumption expenditures rose 2% for the period, while the headline rate was 1.7%. (link)

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(NEW!) Vice President & Director of Athletics (Louisiana Tech University / Ruston, LA): Reporting to the President and as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the VPAD will lead and guide the department to competing as a high-level Group of Five athletic department. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

(NEW!) Assistant Volleyball Coach (Kalamazoo College / Kalamazoo, MI): This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position that reports to the head volleyball coach. Assists in the administration and promotion of all aspects of a successful D. women's volleyball program. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Baseball Athletic Trainer (University of Kansas / University of Kansas Health System / Lawrence, KS): Position to start June 2024**** Under the direction of the Head Team Physicians, responsible for the athletic training needs of the student-athletes of the Baseball Team. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Men's Soccer Assistant Coach / Goalkeeper Coach Part-Time (9 months) (24-35) (Francis Marion University / Florence, SC): PT Men's Soccer Assistant Coach & Goalkeeper Coach assists Head Coach with training members of the men's soccer team, recruiting, mentoring, as well as monitoring academic progress. Trains Goalkeepers. (DII) More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Arkansas - Little Rock / Little Rock, AR): Little Rock is now accepting applications for their Director of Intercollegiate Athletics position. Jobplex (a DHR Global company) is overseeing the search process on behalf of Little Rock. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Buena Vista University / Storm Lake, IA): Responsibilities include but are not limited to supervision of athletic training students and athletic training services for varsity athletic teams as determined by the Director of Athletic Training. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics and Recreation (American University / Washington, D.C.): The Director of Athletics and Recreation is responsible for the athletic budget, personnel, strategic planning, fund-raising, marketing, sports facilities, and overall management. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Commissioner (Northwest Conference (NWC) / Forest Grove, OR): Reporting to the President’s Council, the Commissioner will lead strategy development and conference operations in support of the mission, values, and student-athlete educational focus of the NWC. More details HERE.

Assistant AD/Director for Creative Strategy and Social Media (Abilene Christian University / Abilene, TX): This position will oversee all facets of the department’s digital and social media efforts as it relates to graphic design, photography and videography to tell the story of ACU Athletics. (DI) More details HERE.

Sport Information Director, Assistant (Texas A&M International University / Laredo, TX): The Assistant Director, Sports Information, under general supervision, assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories. (DII) More details HERE.

Conference Commissioner (East Coast Conference / West Babylon NY): The East Coast Conference (ECC) Commissioner is the Chief Executive Officer of the conference. This individual will provide strategic and operational leadership. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach for Women's Soccer (Adrian College / Adrian, MI): Adrian is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated professional ready to make an impact in our Women's Soccer program. More details HERE.

Assistant Football Coach (Centre College / Danville, KY): Centre College invites qualified applicants for the full-time position of Assistant Football Coach. Reporting to the Head Football Coach, this position leads aspects in building a D3 program. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Albion College / Albion, MI): This position is responsible for the overall leadership, vision, and oversight of the College's intercollegiate athletics and recreational programs. More details HERE.

Commissioner (University Athletic Association / Rochester, NY): Reporting to the President Council, the Commissioner is the principal administrative officer of the UAA and will work collaboratively with the Presidents to develop and execute a strategic plan. More details HERE.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (Henderson State University / Arkadelphia, AR): Candidate directs all aspects of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics including the overall direction, management, coordination and supervision of 14 sports teams and over 400 student-athletes. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Men’s Lacrosse (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, fixed term, benefits-eligible Assistant Coach for Men’s Lacrosse opportunity. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Women’s Lacrosse (Haverford College / Haverford, PA): Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, fixed term, benefits-eligible Assistant Coach for Women’s Lacrosse opportunity. More details HERE.

Athletics and Communications Video Specialist (Central College / Pella, IA): Responsible for the creative implementation of video content at successful Div. III institution for promotional use on multiple digital platforms with an emphasis on targeting prospective students. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance (Stephen F. Austin State University / Nacogdoches, TX): This is a supervisory position responsible for managing a comprehensive compliance program to ensure all athletics programs & institutional support areas comply with NCAA & conference regulations. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men's Soccer Coach (Bates College / Lewiston, ME): This position is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the men’s soccer program while also providing significant contributions to the development of student-athletes. More details HERE.

Associate Vice President / Executive Director of Athletics (University of San Diego / San Diego, CA): Reporting to the President, the Associate VP / Executive Director of Athletics (AVP/EDA) is a member of the President’s Strategic Leadership Team and leads all areas of the Athletic Department. (DI) More details HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is available HERE.

Director of Development (Southern Utah University / Cedar City, UT): The Director of Development will oversee the day-to-day operations of SUU Athletics Development. The Candidate will assist with the organization and coordination of SUU Athletics Special Events. (DI) More details HERE.

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