#10: As Birmingham-Southern Baseball began competing in the College World Series, the team’s storybook run was commemorated with a Topps trading card, with a portion of the proceeds going to the program. (link)
|
#9: Colby promotes Assoc. Director of Recreation Services Marc Roy to Asst. AD for Facilities and Operations. (link) |
#8: The SCIAC becomes the third DIII league to ink a media rights deal with FloSports. The five-year deal kicks off this fall with “all live and on-demand SCIAC events, including the conference’s 21 championships. The SCIAC and FloSports have developed a shared vision for enhancing broadcast production standards and athletics communication efforts across all nine member institutions, with FloSports providing annual investment in the conference and each member. On-demand access will last for a period of 72 hours following each contest, after which video will be archived on the SCIACtv Network and member institutions will be able to provide access free-of-charge through their institutional platforms.” Commissioner Jenn Dubow: “This agreement provides opportunities to enhance our conference and institutional efforts to provide a quality streaming experience for our student-athletes, alumni, family and fans. FloSports has demonstrated a significant and sincere commitment to providing funding and exposure for small-school college sports in a collaborative way that can help each of our institutions’ unique approach and goals to streaming and athletics communications. This is a direction DIII is headed as a whole and the SCIAC will continue to position itself as a leading conference while ensuring we maintain a primary focus on our student-athlete experience in all endeavors.” (link)
|
#7: Kalamazoo taps Co-Interim AD/Football HC Jamie Zorbo as its next AD, starting June 15. Provost Danette Ifert Johnson: “As a long-time member of the coaching staff and athletic administration, Jamie has demonstrated his capable leadership, consistently going above and beyond both on and off the field. He prioritizes the holistic development of each student-athlete, fostering an environment where academic excellence, personal growth, and athletic achievement are equally celebrated. I am confident Jamie is ready to assume this role and build upon the strong tradition of K athletics.” (link)
|
#6: FAFSA’s beset rollout may result in a “dramatic enrollment decline this fall, leaving colleges already on the brink of financial failure at the risk of falling over the cliff,” according to Inside Higher Ed’s Catherine Ambrose and Michael Nietzel, who assert that already the “FAFSA fiasco has caused hundreds of thousands of students either to not apply to college or face uncertainty about where they can afford to attend. … While estimates vary, tracking by the National College Attainment Network shows that as of May 24, 14.4% fewer high school seniors had completed a FAFSA than at the same time last year. That translates into almost 300K fewer high school graduates completing the form.” According to some industry professionals, this might translate to a 10-20% enrollment decline in the entering class. Oregon State (DI) Vice Provost for Enrollment Management Jon Boeckenstedt fears the problem “could be the straw that breaks the camel’s back for some schools,” adding that “it’s not a revelation that small, poorly endowed, tuition-dependent colleges with small regional draws in areas that are saturated with private colleges and declining high school graduates will be most vulnerable.” More, including a list of what institutions facing financial uncertainty can do at this time. (link)
|
#5: Hartwick hires Fairleigh Dickinson (DI) Senior Director for Marketing and Communications and former Alfred AD Paul Vecchio as its new AD, starting July 1. VP for Enrollment Management and Athletics Bryan Gross: “Paul joins the Hartwick community with extensive experience and a demonstrated history of success in athletic administration, strategic planning, and community engagement. Given his background in achieving tangible results and fostering highly productive environments, I am excited about the positive impact his leadership will have on our athletic programs and the overall student experience.” (link)
|
#4: Albright will discontinue its Men’s and Women’s Swimming program, as part of cost cutting measures across the college that will eliminate 53 positions. (link, link)
|
#3: Shenandoah AD Bridget Lyons has resigned after six years leading the Hornets. President Tracy Fitzsimmons: “I would like to thank Dr. Lyons for her unwavering commitment to our intercollegiate athletics programs and to our student-athletes. She has positively impacted the university, and we thank her for her leadership and wish her the best in her future endeavors. I'm deeply grateful to Dr. Wigley for once again stepping in to assist in providing a smooth and seamless transition as we begin the search for the next leader of Shenandoah University Athletics.” Sport management department chair Brian Wigley will serve as Interim AD. (link)
|
#2: Lakeland selects Seward County (NJCAA) AD Dan Artamenko for the same role with the Muskies. President Beth Borgen: “Dan is an ideal fit to lead our athletics department. His multiple skill sets and track record of success, combined with our strong tradition on and off the playing venues, have us excited about the future of Muskies athletics.” (link)
|
#1: Dickinson selects Bates Deputy AD/SWA Celine Cunningham as its new AD, effective July 1. Cunningham: “From the time I stepped on campus for my interview, I knew Dickinson was a special place. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and committed to building a championship culture. It is clear there is a strong commitment to athletics from the college, alumni, parents and the fans. The facilities are excellent, which is so important for recruiting and the competitive success that we want to have.” (link)
|
|
|