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Board of Governors Diversity and Inclusion Programming Impact

In January 2016, the NCAA Board of Governors adopted a resolution to promote diversity and inclusion in athletics. In response to research findings on the barriers faced by ethnic minorities in the industry, the Association began a push to enhance the pipeline for racial diversity in coaching and athletics administration.

DIII Management Council supports adopting diversity and inclusion designee

The Division III Management Council recommended a proposal that calls for all member schools and conference offices to add an athletics diversity and inclusion designee.

Student-athletes prepare for 2019 leadership forum

A total of 220 student-athletes representing a broad array of NCAA-sponsored athletics and possessing an immense range of experiences and perspectives will meet Thursday, April 11, through Sunday, April 14, in Orlando, Florida, for the NCAA Student-Athlete Leadership Forum. The leadership forum represents a collaboration between the leadership development and Division I, II and III governance groups at the NCAA national office.

Upon Further Review

Video replay, used in 17 of the NCAA’s 24 sports, promotes fairness but disrupts competition. As technology grows sharper but some schools struggle to keep pace, how far will we go in pursuit of perfectly officiated games?

This year’s group of Fulbright recipients includes dozens of former student-athletes

Every year, more than 2,000 U.S. college graduates disperse to more than 140 countries around the world through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

Important steps taken toward implementing more robust version of Division III University

An educational resource for coaches and administrators launched in December, designed to mirror a similar program adopted by Division II in spring 2018.

A 2-campus, 22-hour course load and predawn practices kept Kaitlin Walla on the run

St. Mary’s (Texas) senior Kaitlin Walla just completed what she described as the most physically and mentally challenging semester of her life.

Championship watches help commemorate the time of their lives

The NCAA presents a commemorative watch to all members of each national title-winning team in 88 of its 90 championships.

To my alma mater, with thanks

At the NCAA After the Game former student-athlete networking events, attendees write notes of thanks to the people and the programs who shaped their college athletics experience. Read a sampling of these notes penned to coaches, administrators and alma maters around the country.

Soccer Rules Committee proposes hydration breaks

Based on a recommendation from the NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports, the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Soccer Rules Committee proposed hydration breaks at a set time during each half.

NCAA and Conferences file notice of appeal in Alston case

“The NCAA’s longstanding commitment, supported by its schools and conferences, is to provide student-athletes with the educational benefits they need to succeed in school and beyond. While the District Court upheld the distinction between...

NCAA Statement on the passing of Birch Bayh

"We extend our condolences to the Bayh family. Credited as the father of Title IX, former U.S. senator and NCAA President’s Gerald R. Ford Award recipient Birch Bayh was one of the most significant trailblazers for gender equity in higher...

NCAA statement on college admissions investigation

"The charges brought forth today are troubling and should be a concern for all of higher education. We are looking into these allegations to determine the extent to which NCAA rules may have been violated."

20 Heart-Pounding, Victory-Clinching, Unforgettable Finishes

A look beyond March Madness for the best NCAA championship buzzer-beaters.

Home-court advantage: Daemen coach hits 100 wins in every NCAA division, all in same city

Daemen men’s basketball coach Mike MacDonald has had an uncommon coaching journey, coaching at three colleges, in three NCAA divisions, over a span of 31 years— all while living in the same community.

DIII committee recommends championships enhancements, more grant dollars

The Division III Strategic Planning and Finance Committee has allocated funds for several significant initiatives, including enhancements for championships and a range of other Division III programs.

NVU-Lyndon lacked control over its athletics program; improperly awarded financial aid

Northern Vermont University-Lyndon lacked institutional control and failed to monitor the conduct and administration of its athletics program when it improperly awarded financial aid.

Football Rules Committee to examine targeting

The NCAA Football Rules Committee will discuss fundamental enhancements to the targeting rule when it holds its annual in-person meeting in Indianapolis.

Westfield State swimmer uses CPR training to breathe life for her dad

My dad didn’t respond to me, and as I got closer, I realized he was sitting in the chair convulsing. I tapped him on the shoulder and said, “Dad, Dad, are you OK?” Still no response.

NCAA, NFL Coaches Academy concludes in Tampa

Participants in the 2019 NCAA and NFL Coaches Academy traveled Tampa, Florida, for professional development programming from Feb. 6-10. The academy is facilitated by the NCAA leadership development department in collaboration with the NFL.

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