Division III is a leader in supporting faculty athletics representatives (FARs) in governance, strategic planning, academic standards, and student-athlete advocacy. As a vital link in an institution’s strategic communications chain, FARs play a key role in positively articulating the complex relationship between intercollegiate athletics and higher education.

The Division III FAR Institute enhances the leadership and effectiveness of FARs at the campus, conference, and national levels. The program provides an in-depth exploration of strategic practices and responsibilities, develops essential leadership skills, and strengthens the FAR network for service on committees across Division III and the NCAA.

Held annually in conjunction with the FARA Annual Meeting each November, the Institute is fully funded by Division III, covering participant expenses for both events.

Who is Eligible?

To be eligible for nomination, the FAR must be serving at an active or provisional Division III member institution and has not previously attended a Division III FAR Institute or Orientation. FARs must be nominated by their Commissioner, Director of Athletics, President/Chancellor, Senior Woman Administrators or Athletics Direct Report. After being nominated, the FAR will complete an on-line application.

Objectives

As a result of attending the FAR Institute, participants shall:

• Develop leadership skills and a deeper sense of self-awareness to enhance effectiveness as an FAR at the campus, conference, and national levels.
• Identify strategic practices to effectively carry out FAR responsibilities and build key relationships.
• Become informed on national issues impacting the conduct of a Division III intercollegiate athletics program.
• Develop an action plan to create positive, FAR led change.
• Build a network of peer FARs to serve as a future resource.