WEST HAVEN, Conn. – University of New Haven Interim President Dr. Sheahon Zenger announced the appointment of Ron Prettyman, a former NCAA executive and longtime athletics administrator with four decades of experience, as the University's interim director of athletics. Prettyman will begin in his new role effective November 1.
"We are very fortunate to welcome an individual of Ron's background and pedigree as interim director of athletics," said Dr. Zenger. "Ron is a well-respected leader throughout collegiate athletics for his wisdom, thoughtfulness, and integrity. He will be a great asset for Charger Athletics. He and I share the same high standards when it comes to our student-athletes' performance not only on the field and court, but also in the classroom and in the community."
"I am grateful for the opportunity to join Charger Nation and to lead an athletic department whose future has never been brighter," said Prettyman. "I am committed to supporting the talented student-athletes, coaches, and staff as we build upon a deeply rooted tradition of success and continue to create an atmosphere where all Chargers can excel."
Most recently the interim director of athletics at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in Indiana, Prettyman has experience across multiple levels, including with NAIA and NCAA Division I and II institutions. A two-time NACDA Athletics Director of the Year (2004 and 2011), he has 38 years of athletic administration, including 33 as athletic director at Indiana State University (2005-2015), Cal State Dominguez Hills (1995-2005), and Vanguard University (1983-1995).
Prior to joining Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Prettyman was the interim athletic director at California Baptist University, following a three-year stint as the managing director of championships for the NCAA. During his time at the national office, he oversaw 17 championships, including the College World Series, the Frozen Four, the women's volleyball tournament and the FCS football championship.
A native of Southern California, Prettyman holds a Bachelor of Arts in health, physical education, and recreation from Vanguard University and Master of Arts in education, with an emphasis in curriculum and instruction, from California State University Stanislaus. He and his wife, Carol, have two adult children, Shara Enyeart and Ronnie Prettyman.
