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MLive’s Matthew Miller profiles how private institutions in Michigan are using a bevy of sports programs to stay viable amidst decreasing enrollment and increased financial pressures. Most of the NAIA members in Michigan have student-athlete populations that account for between 40% to 56% of overall student enrollment, with Michigan-Dearborn and Concordia (MI) outliers at 5.5% and 73.6% respectively. Since 2003, the percentage of undergrads competing as student-athletes has grown by an average of 323%, with Cleary showing the largest increase from 4.9% of undergraduate athletes in 2003 to 56.9% in ‘21. Michigan Independent Colleges and Universities President Robert LeFerve: “We haven’t gotten close to the bottom of the well of students that want to continue their sports journey in college and won’t be playing Division I. […] It turns out these programs are relatively inexpensive to run, because you’re not paying $5 million for a head football coach or $95 million. You don’t have billion-dollar sports facilities. You’re really doing things on a relatively shoestring budget, so the enrollment gains you get do translate directly into money for the classroom.” (link); Spring Arbor AD Jason Crist on the same topic: “I’ve been here 24 years, so I started back around 2000 and have seen it grow from under 200 athletes to our number this year is 423 athletes. So, we have doubled since the time I’ve been here. […]  When you come to a soccer game, it feels like you’re at a Big 10 soccer game because the facility is nice and there’s a lot of student support and it’s loud but you’re on a small campus where people know you and love you.” (link)

The Men’s (link) and Women’s (link) Cross Country team and individual qualifiers have been unveiled for next week’s NAIA championship in Vancouver, Washington. 

Quick Hits:

+ IU Columbus selects Madison Mavericks (OBA League) HC James Adams as its first Men’s Basketball HC. (link)

+ Briar Cliff elevates Volleyball HC Lindsey Weatherford to Asst. AD/SWL, in addition to her coaching duties. (link)

+ Mobile Men’s Basketball upset South Alabama (NCAA DI) to start its season. (link) 

U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) have introduced the Stop Campus Hazing Act, which would require colleges and universities to educate students about the dangers of hazing and give parents and students more information about which on-campus student organizations have a history of hazing incidents. Higher ed institutions also would have to list hazing incidents in their annual crime reports. Klobuchar: “When parents send their kids away to college, they expect they will get a good education and make new friends. Unfortunately, hazing is a dangerous – and at times deadly – reality, and we must work to end it. Our bipartisan legislation will improve hazing prevention efforts on college campuses as well as reporting of hazing incidents to make sure we have the information we need to stop this abuse and keep students safe.” Similar legislation has been introduced in the House. (link)

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(NEW!) Associate Athletic Director for Revenue, Strategy and Innovation (SMU / Dallas, TX): In collaboration with the Deputy A.D./Chief Revenue Officer the Associate A.D. for Revenue, Strategy and Innovation will assist with implementation and execution of key strategic revenue generation. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Southeastern University / Lakeland, FL): Head coach opening at one of the fastest growing universities in the country. Must be someone with an active relationship with Christ who is looking to build a NAIA Championship-level program. More details HERE.

(NEW!) Creative Content (Video) Leader (Loyola University Maryland / Baltimore, MD): Responsible for creation, direction and production of all video-related content for social media, video boards & other platforms. Develop, shoot & edit content with a high amount of creative freedom. (DI) More details HERE.

Coordinator, BisonVision Sports Productions (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serve as lead producer and director for events on the digital network, be responsible for producing a variety of events aired on ESPN+, Facebook Live, YouTube, and the Patriot League digital network. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Training (Carson Newman University / Jefferson City, TN): Supervises all athletic training staff, graduate assistant athletic trainers, interns, and work-study students. Can discuss upon interview the terms and conditions as well as negotiate competitive salary. (DII) More details HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Carson Newman University / Jefferson City, TN): Assist with the supervision & coordination of the University’s overall Sports Medicine program in consultation with and under the supervision of the Assoc. AD for Sports Medicine, Medical Director, Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. Can discuss upon interview the terms and conditions as well as negotiate competitive salary. (DII) More details HERE.

Coordinator of Athletic Marketing & Events (Northern State University / Aberdeen, SD): The Coordinator of Athletic Marketing and Events will coordinate the marketing of all NSU Athletic events and help lead game operations, fan experience and sponsor relations within the department. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, External Relations (Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II) (California State University, Dominguez Hills / Carson, CA): This position provides sports management leadership and support Alumni Relations Programs, and Annual Giving initiatives to generate financial support and sponsorship of Toro Athletics. (DII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Operations and Events (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Responsible for managing the Department's facilities for all athletic and recreation events; establishing policies, methods and standards; and administering the day-to-day event operations. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Assist in coaching training and practice sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained. Attend coaches' preparatory meetings and implement strategies. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Sports Medicine (Gettysburg College / Gettysburg, PA): Gettysburg College is seeking a Director of Sports Medicine. The Director oversees all aspects of the athletics training program, including 4 FT assistants, for over 650 student-athletes in 24 sports. (DIII) More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics, Facilities and Events (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): The Johns Hopkins University Department of Athletics and Recreation seeks an innovative, forward-thinking, and entrepreneurial leader who can oversee and execute event operations. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance (University of New Mexico / Albuquerque, NM): Administers NCAA & Mountain West Conference compliance for 18 Division 1 athletic programs. Monitors adherence to NCAA and MWC rules, regulations, & eligibility. (DI) More details HERE.

Facilities and Game Operations Coordinator (Presbyterian College / Clinton, SC): This position assists Athletic Facilities Supervisor in management of athletic facilities and game management. Will ensure the venues are prepared for practice, competition, and non-athletic events. (DI) To apply, e-mail: hr@presby.edu

Head Coach for Men's Lacrosse (Emmanuel University / Franklin Springs, GA): Full-time Head Coach to lead our Lacrosse program to the next level. Our rural campus is located in northeast GA with easy access to city amenities. Check us out to see if you're ready to be a Lion! (DII) More details HERE.

USC Coordinator (Loyola University New Orleans / New Orleans, LA): Leads and manages the daily operations and maintenance of Athletics facilities, including access to facilities, maintenance scheduling and oversight, general housekeeping and event support. More details HERE.

Executive Director (Blueprint Sports / Fayetteville, AR): The Executive Director of this Power 5 University will be responsible for the management, leadership, revenue generation, strategy, and administrative relationship representing this collective. (DI) More details HERE.

MBB Athletic Media Specialist,Sr (New Mexico State / Las Cruces, NM): Maintains, develops and enhances media relationships, writes news releases; researches and prepares background and briefing materials for interactions with MBB and Baseball. (DI) More details HERE.

Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance (Princeton University / Princeton, NJ): Oversee NCAA eligibility & compliance, Ivy League compliance, NIL & rules education. Candidate must understand the fundamental role that athletics plays in the education of the student-athlete. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Baseball Operations (Kansas Athletics, Inc. / Lawrence, KS): Kansas Baseball is hiring for a Director of Operations to join their team! This role will support the Head Coach and manage all operational matters related to the baseball program. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): This position will assist with the design, implementation, development, and management of individual and group strength and conditioning programs for both men and women student-athletes. (DII) More details HERE.

Head STUNT Coach (St. Edward's University / Austin, TX): Provide vision and leadership in the development and administration of a competitive and inclusive Division II STUNT Program within the guidelines of the university, Lone Star Conference and NCAAII. (DII) More details HERE.

Director of Athletics and Recreation (University of California Santa Cruz / Santa Cruz, CA): UCSC seeks a director of athletics and recreation. Apply by 11/8/23 via the Spelman Johnson website at https://apptrkr.com/4680764. Salary range is $165,000 to $200,000 annually. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Lindsey Wilson College / Columbia, KY): Mid-South Conference and the National Association for Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and sponsors 27 varsity/club sports programs consisting of 36 teams and 800+ student-athletes. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (McPherson College / McPherson, KS): We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated ATC to join our growing athletic staff. The successful applicant will work with our 3 other ATCs in supervising and caring for athletes in our 17 sports. More details HERE.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Pfeiffer University / Misenheimer, NC): Responsible for all functions relating to the management and development of a successful Division III Women’s Lacrosse program, including recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, and player development. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Pace University / Pleasantville, NY): This position will assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine in the overall management of the athletic training room operations. (DII) More details HERE.

Head Athletic Trainer (Meredith College / Raleigh, NC): Oversight of all aspects of the athletic training department for 11 varsity women's teams. NCAA D3. Full-time 11-month position (off in July). Beautiful campus in the heart of Raleigh, NC. (DIII) More details HERE.

Athletic Director (The College of Wooster / Wooster, OH): The Director of Athletics (AD) serves as the senior administrator for the NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program and campus recreation (intramural) programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

Development Coordinator (Fresno State Bulldog Foundation / Fresno, CA): Join our Bulldog Team! Renew and solicit new annual fund donors, assist with graphic design/social media, and with donor events. Build a great foundation for a future in athletic development. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Development / Assistant Athletics Director (Fresno State Bulldog Foundation / Fresno, CA): Join the Red Wave working in development activities: major gifts for capital projects, sport specific, endowment fund, and the annual fund. Position supervises two Bulldog Foundation staff members. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Ticket Sales & Retention (Auburn University / Auburn, AL): The Coordinator of Ticket Sales is responsible for selling a full menu of ticket options to athletics events and soliciting contributions to Tigers Unlimited Foundation. (DI) More details HERE.

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