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The MIAA elevates Interim Commissioner Lauren Bryne-Dunn to the permanent position, starting October 1. Olivet President/MIAA Presidents’ Council Chair Steven Corey: “Lauren has provided great service to the MIAA over the past six years in progressively more impactful roles, as Assistant Commissioner, Associate Commissioner, and most recently as Interim Commissioner. The MIAA Presidents’ Council is pleased to remove the interim title and looks forward to her leadership and working in partnership with her as commissioner for many years to come.” (link)

Wisconsin-Oshkosh AD Darryl Sims will depart after 16 years at the helm to become the Director of the W Club at Wisconsin (DI). Chancellor Manohar Singh: “Darryl has led Titan Athletics with a deep commitment to our student-athletes, coaches, staff, alumni and supporters. I want to thank Darryl for his leadership and service to UW-Oshkosh and wish him well as he returns to his alma mater for this next chapter.” Deputy AD Abby Gildernick will serve as Interim AD. (link)

Mark your calendars, set your alarms and get your popcorn ready: The Protect College Sports Act is set for a final Senate vote on Monday at 5:30pm ET, per Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger. (link)

Front Office Sports’ Amanda Christovich unpacks how House Republicans could eventually make-or-break the passage of the Protect College Sports Act with a large bloc, led by Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA), having raised strong objections to multiple aspects of the bill’s text throughout the process. “In the time since the earliest criticisms, the PCSA has gone through several new iterations—but the revisions haven’t addressed the concerns these Republicans previously raised.” Conservative lawmakers are continuing a push for a full ban on student-athletes being classified as employees rather than the PCSA's current "neutrality" clause, as well as a 20% cap on international roster spots via the newly proposed TEAM USA Act. GOP concerns also focus on potential litigation risks stemming from the "private right of action" provision, conference realignment limitations and designated HBCU funding. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) noted the chamber will address the legislation when returning from recess following the November midterm elections, though any House amendments would force a time-sensitive Senate return prior to the end of the congressional session. (link)

The CCS teams up with Visaic as the strategic streaming partner for the CCS Network to support the free-to-watch platform. Commissioner Beth Vansant: “This partnership represents another major step forward in how we showcase our student-athletes and tell the story of the Collegiate Conference of the South. As we continue to brand the CCS Network, it was important for us to find a partner that could provide a high-quality viewing experience while keeping our championship content accessible to our fans. Visaic gives us the technology and flexibility to elevate our broadcasts, create new opportunities for engagement and sponsorship, and continue building a network that reflects where we want the CCS to go. As we enter our fifth year as a conference, this partnership is especially meaningful. Year Five represents an important milestone for the CCS, and we are excited about what this historic year will bring as we continue to expand and create innovative ways to elevate the experience for our student-athletes, institutions, and fans.” (link)

Southwestern receives an anonymous $1.25M donation to renovate the Corbin J. Robertson Center, with new chairback seating, a new playing surface, aesthetic upgrades and more. AD Ken Ralph: “The Robertson gym has served our students well since it was built almost 35 years ago. With some of the components being near the end of their usable life, it is the perfect time to upgrade the space. When completed, this project will elevate the Robertson gym into one of the top facilities in Division III and be able to serve our students for decades to come.” Renovations are set to begin in mid-March and be ready for the 2027 volleyball season. (link)

George Fox will launch women’s flag football starting in 2027-28 as a club sport for two seasons before transitioning to varsity status. (link)

FloSports announces the football matchups that will be featured on the FloSports Channel on Prime Video. DIII games include Baldwin Wallace-Mount Union and Chapman-Cal Lutheran on November 7. (link)

It’s Personnel…
➤ Lewis & Clark promotes Head Athletic Trainer Jeremy Loew and Director of Athletic Communications Seth Orensky to Asst. AD. (link)
➤ Massachusetts Maritime Asst. AD/SWA/Women’s Lacrosse HC Mikayla Correia departs after eight years with the academy to become an Advanced Business Administration Specialist at General Dynamics. The Buccaneers promote Women’s Recruiter & Retention Specialist Kristine Maw to Asst. AD/SWA. (link, link)

Coaches Corner…
➤ Alvernia announces high school HC Kenny Arentz as the Wolves’ new Women’s Wrestling HC. (link)
➤ Clark Women’s Lacrosse HC Ashley Chagnon steps down after four seasons leading the Cougars. (link)
➤ DeSales selects high school HC Dan Arkans as its next Men’s and Women’s Tennis HC. (link)
➤ Martin Luther AD Hans Steinbrenner will serve as Men’s Basketball HC for this season. (link)
➤ RPI hires former UC Davis (DI) AC Vaclav Burger as its new Men’s Tennis HC. RPI Women’s Lacrosse HC Leslie DeLano will move into a new role as Manager of Administrative Operations and taps Marist (DI) AC Erica Blubaugh as Acting HC. (link, link)
➤ York (NY) names high school AD/former Olympian Lorelei Black as Men’s and Women’s Cross Country HC. (link)

The University of Minnesota is set to cut $225M from its five-campus budget over the next biennium that starts on July 1, 2027. President Rebecca Cunningham: “We’re really at an inflection point in the fundamental model of higher education. It doesn’t mean we can’t make the model work. We will, but we will have to accept that it’s a changed model from a time when federal research funding was soaring and when there were three times as many 18-year-olds. … This isn’t an emergent crisis. What we’re doing is initiating our process earlier ... so we can have a collaborative, deep community conversation over the next year. … All of the [universities] will look at their processes, but that doesn’t mean that all of them will be impacted similarly, although all of them will have to make strategic choices.” (link)

Across the North Star State, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities CFO Bill Maki expects eight institutions to see “financial alarm bells” triggered due to low cash reserves by November. Chancellor Scott Olson sent a letter to employees this week stating a quarter of the 33 schools could be in a poor enough financial place to set off a “financial health” warning. Olson: I think we probably will have some campuses that close ... but not institutions. What would probably happen to institutions is that they would align or merge.” (link)

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(NEW!) Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications (Lawrence University / Appleton, WI): This position plays a key role in elevating the visibility of Lawrence Athletics through strategic media relations, digital content creation, live streaming management, and statistical services. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (Shenandoah University / Winchester, VA): Lead 75+ coaches and staff to drive competitive and academic success across 23 DIII sports. Expand the Hornets' community impact and athletic fundraising in the Shenandoah Valley. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Winchester? Click HERE.

Commissioner (Southern Conference / Spartanburg, SC): Reporting to the Council of Presidents, the Commissioner serves as the Conference's chief executive officer, providing strategic, administrative, and external leadership for member institutions. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Spartanburg? Click HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Hanover College / Hanover, IN): Seeking dynamic, resourceful coach to lead a competitive Softball program, including all aspects of planning-managing-maintaining program w/primary emphasis on recruiting quality student-athletes. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Hanover? Click HERE.

Athletic Trainer (Williams College / Williamstown, MA): Williams College is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Athletic Trainer to join us in supporting our student athletes. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Strength & Conditioning (Stevenson University / Owings Mills, MD): The Head Coach, Strength & Conditioning provides expertise, guidance, and training in the area of strength training and physical conditioning for all intercollegiate athletes. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball (Allegheny College / Meadville, PA): Please see full description below. More details HERE.

Interim Head Women's Basketball Coach (Suffolk University / Boston, MA): This position is full-time and time-limited, beginning at the time of hire and continuing through 6/30/27. The individual selected for this interim role is encouraged to apply for the permanent role. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Boston? Click HERE.

Head Flag Football Coach (Ursinus College / Collegeville, PA): Summary and Scope of Position: The Head Women’s Flag Football Coach is responsible for the administration and organization of a successful women’s flag football program. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Collegeville? Click HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Ursinus College / Collegeville, PA): The Head Coach is responsible for the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Collegeville? Click HERE.

Athletic Event & Facility Operations Specialist (Fort Hays State University / Hays, KS): The Athletic Events and Facilities Specialist assists with maintaining & preparing facilities to ensure a safe, clean, & professional environment for student-athletes, staff, & spectators. (DII) More details HERE.

Athletics Event Management Administrator (Brandeis University / Waltham, MA): Brandeis is hiring an Athletic Event Management Administrator to support the logistical execution and facility readiness for varsity contests at the NCAA Division III level and aquatics operations. More details HERE.

Associate Commissioner for Strategic Communications (Southeastern Conference / Birmingham, AL): The Associate Commissioner for Strategic Communications will provide strategic leadership for the Southeastern Conference’s communication efforts. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Men's Lacrosse Coach (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an innovative and energetic Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach to lead and advance its NCAA Division III Men’s lacrosse program. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Greenville? Click HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Hockey (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – RPI / Troy, NY): Assist the Head Coach in managing a Division I women’s hockey program, including recruiting, player development, academic and personal support and on/off-ice instruction. More details HERE.

Administrative Coordinator (Chapman University / Orange, CA): The Administrative Coordinator supports the Athletics Department's daily operations, front office, finances, HR, and fundraising events. Requires collaborating across campus and working flexible hours More details HERE.

Events and Travel Manager - Athletic Administration (Washington University in St. Louis / St. Louis, MO): Manager of Events and Travel - Athletics. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (Franklin & Marshall College / Lancaster, PA): Assist the Director of Athletics Communication in all areas of media relations, promotion and creative content for the department, executing gameday production and supervising gameday personnel. More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (Loras College / Dubuque, IA): Will assist in the communications and media relations for all 24 varsity athletic programs, including the 23 NCAA Division III athletic teams. More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Alfred State College / Alfred, NY): The Head Coach is the person responsible for all aspects of leading a NCAA program in the sport of Softball. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Alfred? Click HERE.

Head Coach MW Swimming/Aquatics Director (Misericordia University / Dallas, PA): Leadership, administration, and overall operation of the swimming program. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Dallas? Click HERE.

Internship and Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach: (Thiel College / Greenville, PA): Thiel College seeks an Intern to serve as Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach More details HERE.

Head Coach - William Smith Tennis (Hobart & William Smith College / Geneva, NY): The William Smith Tennis Head Coach is responsible for the organization and management of a highly competitive NCAA Division III tennis program More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball at Babson College in Wellesley, MA. Full-time role assisting with coaching and administrative duties. Salary: $53,813 - $59,792. More details HERE.

Head Coach - Track and Field (Eastern Mennonite University / Harrisonburg, VA): Elevate EMU Track & Field! We're hiring a Sprints & Jumps Head Coach to recruit top talent and inspire academic and athletic excellence. Shape our future champions! More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Harrisonburg? Click HERE.

Vice President and Director of Athletics (Tennessee Wesleyan University / Athens, TN): TWU seeks a dynamic and highly relational leader who understands the important role athletics plays in advancing the University's mission, strengthening enrollment, enhancing the student experience. (NAIA) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Athens? Click HERE.

Head Coach Men’s Volleyball (Full-time, 11-month, Onsite) (Wilson College / Chambersburg, PA): Lead Wilson College’s NCAA Division III Men’s Volleyball program, building on recent postseason success while developing student-athletes on and off the court. More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Chambersburg? Click HERE.

Jamie and Ellen Pollard Endowed Director of Athletics (Iowa State University / Ames, IA): Iowa State seeks a visionary, strategic leader to serve as its next Director of Athletics and build upon a proud tradition of innovation and competitive excellence. (DI) More details HERE. What would it cost to move to Ames? Click HERE. The D1.dossier for this position is HERE.

Assistant Coach Strength & Conditioning/Coordinator of Fitness Center (Connecticut College / New London, CT): We are seeking a dynamic and passionate strength & conditioning coach who is excited about working with some of the top Division III student-athletes in the country. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Coach (Hamilton College / Clinton, NY): The Assistant Swimming & Diving Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Swimming & Diving Program for the College. More details HERE.

Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field Coach (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota / Winona, MN): Responsible for assisting head men’s and women’s cross country and track and field coach in the operation of all functions related to coaching a division III men’s and women’s track and field program. More details HERE.

Assistant Coach - Men's Lacrosse (Babson College / Wellesley, MA): Assistant Coach for Men's Lacrosse at Babson College, Wellesley, MA. Full-time role assisting in coaching and recruitment. More details HERE.