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#10: Rose-Hulman taps Director of Recreational Sports and Athletic Facilities Seth Woodason to serve concurrently as Interim AD. VP of Student Affairs Erik Hayes: "Throughout Seth's 10-plus years at Rose-Hulman, he has built an outstanding recreational sports program. He is well-respected by our students and has established great relationships with our coaches. He will make a seamless transition into his new role, and we expect him to continue to maintain the legacy of excellence in our athletic programs." (link)
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#9: Stevenson Women’s Lacrosse HC Kathy Railey has retired from collegiate coaching. (link) |
#8: Howard Payne hires Sam Houston State (DI) Director of IMC Athletics & External Engagement Adam Bright as its next AD, starting July 14. President Cory Hines: “Adam has a heart to serve, lead and inspire student-athletes toward excellence in all areas of their lives. He brings a wealth of experience and passion and I look forward to seeing how God uses him to lead our athletics endeavors.” (link)
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#7: Albertus Magnus rolls out its new visual brand with a new Falcon logo and “A” monogram. AD Michael Kobylanski: "As Albertus Magnus College boldly embarks on its Centennial year celebration and into its second 100 years, our new athletics marks better represent the competitive spirit of 'Fearless Falcons' athletics and reflect the forward momentum of the College and our athletic department. Seeking a freshened, distinctive Falcon logo, the creative process included feedback from Albertus athletics coaches, staff, student-athletes, and alumni. That feedback and vision was transformed into a brand identity that will forge a path into the years ahead." SimpsonScarborough assisted with the rebrand. (link)
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#6: Millikin has completed its new 5k square-foot indoor Baseball hitting and pitching facility. (link) |
#5: Rivier AD Jonathan Harper steps down after three years leading the Raiders to become the Deputy AD for External Relations at Saint Anselm (DII). VP for Student Experience Hank Parkinson will serve as Interim AD. (link)
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#4: Wisconsin-Stout elevates Deputy AD/SWA Erin Sullivan to serve as the Blue Devils' new AD, starting July 1. Chancellor Katherine Frank: "With a proven record of leadership and a deep commitment to student-athlete success, Erin will be instrumental in fostering a championship culture at UW-Stout. Her vision aligns perfectly with our goal to achieve excellence in competition, while also developing well-rounded individuals who excel both on and off the field. Together, we will continue to elevate our programs and create an environment where every student-athlete can reach their full potential academically and athletically at our polytechnic university." (link)
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#3: Marywood will move from the Atlantic East to the MAC starting in 2026-27, becoming the MAC’s 18th member. MAC Executive Committee Chair/Misericordia President Dan Myers: “This strategic expansion underscores our collective commitment to growth and competitive integrity. Marywood’s presence will undoubtedly enrich our conference, fostering new rivalries and enhancing opportunities for student-athletes across the region for years to come.” Marywood President Lisa Lori: “Joining the MAC is a game-changer for Marywood Athletics and an important step in facilitating our broader vision for growth. It brings all of our NCAA-sponsored sports under one competitive umbrella, strengthens our commitment to providing an exceptional student-athlete experience, and reestablishes key regional rivalries that energize our community. This move elevates expectations both on and off the field. As an institution, we embrace that.” (link)
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#2: The NCAA has selected 22 administrators across all three divisions to participate in its 2025-26 Pathway Program, a yearlong initiative designed to prepare senior-level athletics administrators for their next career step as directors of athletics or conference commissioners. Participants will meet June 22-27 in Indianapolis, Ind., for a week-long education session before returning in the fall for more programming and to observe their divisions’ respective governance meetings before concluding the program at NACDA in Las Vegas, Nev., in 2026. Division III representatives include: Gallaudet Assoc. AD for Communications Sam Atkinson, RIT Assoc. AD/Compliance/SWA Bethany Marren, Hamilton Interim AD/Assoc. AD/SWA Deidre Pierson, Suffolk Assoc. AD Adam Skaggs and Hanover Assoc. VP for Athletics Richard Warren. (link)
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#1: Luther selects Dubuque Assoc. Dean of Student Engagement and Intercollegiate Athletics Megan Wilson as its next AD. President Brad Chamberlain: “NCAA Division III athletics is a complex landscape that is rapidly evolving. In Megan Wilson, Luther College and Norse athletics has found a strategic leader that will make an immediate impact on the culture of excellence and achievement that we are building together. Megan's leadership style is rooted in building relationships and marked by transparent communication and innovative problem-solving. We are excited to welcome Megan back to Luther College, and I am eager to partner with her to support a Norse student-athlete experience that is distinctive and transformational, and that meets the moment, both for Luther College and intercollegiate athletics more broadly." (link)
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