As we wrap up the year, enjoy the Top 10 Most Read stories from 2023. |
#10: Lubbock Christian names Texas Tech (DI) Assoc. Director of Development Andrew Sorrells as its new AD. (link, link)
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#9: Wisconsin-Parkside selects Milwaukee (DI) Senior Assoc. AD for External Relations/Parkside alum Schemm as its next AD. (link) |
#8: Walsh AD Nathan Cochran is headed to his alma mater, South Carolina State (DI), to become their next AD, per multiple sources. (link) |
#7: Alderson Broaddus has been stripped of its ability to award degrees by the state Higher Education Policy Commission, by unanimous vote. The ruling calls for the university to wind down operations by not returning any current students this fall except for those scheduled to graduate, not accept any new students, terminate athletic activities and begin developing teach-out programs, among others. West Virginia Chancellor of Higher Education Sarah Armstrong Tucker: “While I truly wish there had been a viable path forward for Alderson Broaddus University to continue operating, our foremost priority is to help their students continue their education as seamlessly as possible. We have been working with other colleges and universities in the state, and we are grateful to have institutions that are eager to help these students transfer and complete their degrees. The Commission takes its role in authorizing private institutions to operate within West Virginia very seriously. This is a role that the Legislature entrusted us with to safeguard students, and that is exactly what we are doing. […] Given the financial information I’ve provided thus far, a mid-semester closure seems to be inevitable, leaving the students at grave financial and academic risk.” (link)
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#6: After having its accreditation from MSCHE withdrawn, Alliance announces it will not offer courses this fall as it explores other accreditations. (link) |
#5: Albany State AD Duckworth has resigned, effective February 12. A statement from Duckworth reads, in part: “When I arrived in Albany on January 2, 2020, I knew this would be the most challenging undertaking of my twenty-seven vear career in college athletics. I have worked tirelessly in this role, and I am proud of what we accomplished during my three plus years. While I have had detractors during my tenure, I have also met a number of amazing people. I have enjoyed supporting the student-athletes in their training and competition. I would like to acknowledge the coaches and staff for our collective effort in enhancing the student-athlete experience.” (link)
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#4: Black Hills State AD McMeel announces his resignation, effective June 21, 2023, after two years in Spearfish. McMeel’s predecessor Albers will serve as Interim AD while a search for the next AD commences. BHSU President Nichols: "We thank Padraic for his service to BHSU. Under his leadership, Yellow Jacket Athletics has achieved success in the classroom and in competition. I wish him well in his future endeavors." (link, link)
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#3: Wingate names long-time FB HC Reich as Interim AD, as AD Kish exits the department after taking over the Bulldogs in January 2022. (link) |
#2: The Saint Rose Board of Trustees have voted to close the 103-year-old institution at the end of this academic year. Interim President Marcia White: “The closure of Saint Rose is truly heartbreaking for all of us who care deeply about the history and legacy of this institution and the extraordinary students we serve and have served for 103 years. We are announcing this now, months in advance of the actual closure, to give you as much time as possible to plan for your future.” (link)
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#1: The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel's Arnold reports Colorado Mesa has parted ways with AD Miller, who was named to the chair in June 2022. (link) |
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