# athletic director — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover athletic director. Page: Feed: --- ## [WKU Soccer takes on UAB, begins three-game home stand](https://wkuherald.com/96521/sports/sports-womens-soccer/wku-soccer-takes-on-uab-begins-three-game-home-stand/) _2026-08-20 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU Soccer begins its three-game home stand against UAB Thursday night at 7 p.m. The Hilltoppers will also take on Ball State and Union. The Hilltoppers come off a win against Indiana State in their last game 1-0. WKU had a successful first week of the season, going 1-0-1, led by sophomore forward Makenna Egan... The post WKU Soccer takes on UAB, begins three-game home stand appeared first on… ## [Howard Bailey, former WKU vice president for Student Affairs, dies at 77](https://wkuherald.com/96517/news/howard-bailey-former-wku-vice-president-for-student-affairs-dies-at-77/) _2026-08-18 · Anthony Clauson, Editor-in-Chief · WKUHerald.com_ Editor’s Note: The Herald will follow up with a more thorough look at the life and legacy of Howard Bailey in a later story. Howard Bailey, the first Black male resident hall assistant and founding member of WKU’s first Black fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, has died, leaving behind a legacy of commitment to WKU and... The post Howard Bailey, former WKU vice president for Student Affairs, dies at 77… ## [University of Michigan names C. Cybele Raver as school's next president](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/university-michigan-c-cybele-raver-president) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 2_ C. Cybele Raver will be the school's 17th president and its second woman to lead the university. ## [Caboni discusses university accomplishments, launch of first research doctoral program](https://wkuherald.com/96509/news/caboni-discusses-university-accomplishments-launch-of-first-doctoral-program/) _2026-08-18 · Abigail Vickers, News Reporter · WKUHerald.com_ Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify the number of gifts given to WKU. The statement that a Ph.D. in data science will be WKU’s first doctoral program has been corrected to WKU’s first research doctoral program. WKU faculty and staff celebrated the university’s accomplishments and future goals at the annual Convocation Monday... The post Caboni discusses university… ## [Lions vs Commanders: How to stream preseason week 2](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/how-watch-lions-preseason-week-2-against-commanders) _2026-08-17 · Latest News | FOX 2_ The Detroit Lions make their 2026 Ford Field debut in week two of the preseason this Saturday. ## [WKU Soccer earns first back-to-back shutout since 2021, defeats Indiana State](https://wkuherald.com/96493/sports/sports-womens-soccer/wku-soccer-earns-first-back-to-back-shutout-since-2021-defeats-indiana-state/) _2026-08-16 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU soccer secured its first back-to-back shutout in half a decade, defeating Indiana State 1-0. Both teams came out of the gates aggressive, with nine combined fouls in the first 45 minutes. The aggression did not dissipate from either team, finishing the game with 27 fouls combined. Despite the fouls, the Hilltoppers continued to get... The post WKU Soccer earns first back-to-back shutout since… ## [Purdue volleyball report: Takeaways from Ball State exhibition victory](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/purdue-volleyball-report-takeaways) _2026-08-16 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ The Boilermakers swept Ball State in five sets, capped by a 17-15 victory in the fifth in the team's first exhibition match. Purdue hosts Butler on Friday in its final tune-up for the 2026 season ## [WKU Soccer travels to take on Indiana State](https://wkuherald.com/96491/sports/sports-womens-soccer/wku-soccer-travels-to-take-on-indiana-state/) _2026-08-16 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU Soccer goes on the road for the first time this season, taking on Indiana State Sunday at noon. The Hilltoppers come off a season opener where they tied against Missouri after a defensive masterclass from both teams. Redshirt senior goalkeeper Mia Riddick earned her first career shutout with six saves. Riddick has appeared in... The post WKU Soccer travels to take on Indiana State appeared… ## [Board of Regents approves Athletic Director contract, increased salary](https://wkuherald.com/96489/news/board-of-regents-approves-athletic-director-contract-increased-salary/) _2026-08-15 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU Board of Regents approved the contract extension of Athletic Director Todd Stewart on Aug. 14. Stewart’s extension will allow him to continue as the Athletic Director through the summer of 2030. In this extension, Stewart’s base salary will increase to approximately $317,892 from the previous $298,000. Stewart will earn a retention bonus of $85,000... The post Board of Regents approves… ## [Board of Regents approves namings following multimillion-dollar donation](https://wkuherald.com/96487/news/board-of-regents-approves-namings-following-multimillion-dollar-donation/) _2026-08-14 · Anthony Clauson, Editor-in-Chief · WKUHerald.com_ Editor’s note: Mark Clauson is the writer’s father In appreciation of estate gifts totaling $2.8 million, the WKU Board of Regents approved several naming requests in honor of Romanza Johnson. The board approved six total honorary naming requests for Johnson, including: Romanza and Ralph Johnson Agriculture Fund for Excellence Romanza Johnson Applied Human Sciences Fund... The post Board of… ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QzA9wJAXOE4V) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Lions fall in preseason opener: 5 takeaways and what Dan Campbell said](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/lions-fall-preseason-opener-5-takeaways-what-dan-campbell-said) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 2_ For the first time this 2026 season we got a look at this season's Lions and even though nearly none of the starters played - we learned a lot. ## [Previously closed Normal and Regents halls welcome students](https://wkuherald.com/96474/life/previously-closed-normal-and-regents-halls-welcome-students/) _2026-08-14 · Anthony Clauson, Editor-in-Chief · WKUHerald.com_ Students have begun moving into the previously shut-down Normal and Regents halls a year ahead of schedule. “I think what I love so much is just seeing the excitement from the students and parents who are moving in,” Catherine LaRoche, executive director of Housing and Residence Life, said. LaRoche said that while the repairs were... The post Previously closed Normal and Regents halls welcome… ## [WKU Soccer ends in tie versus Missouri](https://wkuherald.com/96479/sports/sports-womens-soccer/wku-soccer-ends-in-tie-versus-missouri/) _2026-08-14 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU Soccer opens up the season with a 0-0 draw against the Missouri Tigers. The defense showed up for both teams allowing little breathing room. The Hilltoppers and Tigers combined for just 19 shots. Redshirt senior goalkeeper Mia Riddick had a career game finishing the night with six saves on 11 shots. WKU could not... The post WKU Soccer ends in tie versus Missouri appeared first on… ## [Mistakes AD Make + How Executive Assistants Help ADs + UIW AD Search Update](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/Mistakes-AD-Make--How-Executive-Assistants-Help-ADs--UIW-AD-Search-Update-e3ncd4a) _2026-08-13 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ Trying something new to bring expert advice to the industry by asking ADs to answer a one question prompt to be shared anonymously by me on the HEA podcast, free newsletter and both The Modern AD and The Mid-Major AD. Links below if you want to participate or share with someone. Mistakes ADs Make : https://higheredathletics.com/mistakes-ads-make/ Executive Assistant Advice for ADs :… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/124187210/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-13%2F5dc0f540-5488-1322-5786-2f5d36f19eb9.mp3) ## [WKU Soccer opens season against Missouri](https://wkuherald.com/96470/sports/sports-womens-soccer/wku-soccer-opens-season-against-missouri/) _2026-08-13 · Peyton Reid, Sports Editor · WKUHerald.com_ WKU Soccer will kick off the 2026 season tonight as they welcome the Missouri Tigers. The Hilltoppers come off their best season since 2021 where they finished 9-5-3 and took home a share of the Conference USA regular-season championship, splitting it with Liberty. WKU is ranked fourth in the preseason CUSA standings, behind Liberty, Missouri... The post WKU Soccer opens season against Missouri… ## [How to watch Lions vs Bengals tonight in preseason opener](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/how-watch-lions-vs-bengals-tonight-preseason-opener) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Coach Dan Campbell said that the Bengals are expected to play starters for the first couple drives tonight – meaning a good test for the Lions young players. ## [FOX 2 Sports Wrap: Lions & Tigers Thursday](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-o5x8cjd9lbomkadw) _2026-08-13 · Latest News | FOX 2_ FOX 2 Sports Producer James Paxson and FOX 2 Detroit Live Host Aaron Jordan discuss a big day of sports on FOX 2: The Tigers taking on the Guardians as Detroit closes the gap in the division race, and the Lions kicking off their preseason against the Bengals. ## [Indiana State President Mike Godard + AD Nathan Christensen](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/Indiana-State-President-Mike-Godard--AD-Nathan-Christensen-e3na27k) _2026-08-12 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ I sat down with President Mike Godard and VP/AD Nathan Christensen inside the Hulman Center last week and we covered a lot. These two started within days of each other and, entering year 3, are working to change the energy and brand of Indiana State. These two make me want to come back and work for the Sycamores again. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:57 The AD Search During President Search 3:45… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/124110516/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-12%2Fc74a41f9-68c2-e60b-402f-15b5d6eba341.mp3) ## [Purdue women's basketball report: Summer workouts end, point guard options, Zilbershlag's success and more](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/purdue-womens-basketball-report-summer-104) _2026-08-11 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ What did Katie Gearlds learn from her team's summer workouts? Who's in the mix at point guard? Incoming freshman shines at FIBA events, schedule nearly finalized, and 2027 recruiting visitor ## [The day after Tommy McClelland's IU remark: "I knew it the second it left my mouth" Plus, six-year contract for Purdue's new AD](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/the-day-after-tommy-mcclellands-iu) _2026-08-08 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Purdue AD Tommy McClelland owned his "offhand, unscripted comment" about Indiana during two media interviews on Friday. The Board of Trustees also approved McClelland's financial term sheet ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QQiE5QMKZGvG) _2026-08-08 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Purdue AD Tommy McClelland's press conference: Different type of search, IU comment, crawfish, relentless pursuit of NIL](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/purdue-ad-tommy-mcclellands-press) _2026-08-07 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Takeaways from Purdue AD Tommy McClelland's first press conference on Thursday, including the need for a "revenue generator." And how long will the IU comment haunt McClelland? ## [10 questions facing Purdue, new athletic director Tommy McClelland](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/10-questions-facing-new-purdue-athletic) _2026-08-05 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Tommy McClelland is set to lead Purdue's athletic department during the next era of college athletics. The 44-year-old has served as an AD at three different schools since 2007 ## [TCU Athletic Director Mike Buddie](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/TCU-Athletic-Director-Mike-Buddie-e3n08r3) _2026-08-05 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ I stopped in to interview Mike Buddie on my recent HEA Road Trip and if you want to see a tour of their facilities watch the YouTube video introduction . Buddie's wisdom is on full display in this interview as he covers practical things like how to get to work by knowing who should be on the list to contact when you get a new AD job. Mike shares his thought process on leaving Army for TCU, who he… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/123789603/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-5%2F34f86215-3b8e-c8d6-bea9-91872f8f3a7b.mp3) ## [Report: Purdue lands Rice's Tommy McClelland as athletic director](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/report-purdue-targets-rices-tommy) _2026-08-04 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ According to a report from ESPN, Rice's Tommy McClelland will become Purdue's next athletic director, replacing Mike Bobinski ## [Tigers President Scott Harris' Post Trade Deadline Press Conference](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-pxev8ft0rprfq4xz) _2026-08-04 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Tigers President of Baseball Operations Scott Harris met with the media Monday night to address the trades he made to send Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers and Casey Mize to the Padres. ## [Judge says athletes who signed pro contracts can't return to college](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/judge-athletes-pro-contracts-college) _2026-08-03 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 2_ A new judicial ruling clarifies a legal decision that won’t extend to football players who signed professional contracts and later tried to back out of their deals. ## [Tarik Skubal: 'Detroit will always have a special place in my heart'](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/tarik-skubal-detroit-will-always-have-special-place-my-heart) _2026-08-03 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Tarik Skubal is an LA Dodger and the Tigers are left with three prospects and memories. ## [The Rundown: AD search set to end? Fast start for Zilbershlag at FIBA event, Big Ten volleyball preseason rankings](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/the-rundown-ad-search-set-to-end) _2026-08-03 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ After interviews were conducted last week, is Purdue ready to name its next AD? Incoming women's basketball freshman helps Israel to a 3-0 record, where volleyball landed in the Big Ten preseason poll ## [Tigers trade Tarik Skubal to Dodgers for 3 prospects](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-ksabrd9gqohl42h7) _2026-08-02 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Detroit received a pair of Top 100 prospects – outfielder Zyhir Hope (#25) and right-handed pitcher River Ryan (#68) according to MLB Pipeline – plus right-handed pitching prospect Brady Smith. ## [The Rundown: Purdue's place in Big Ten preseason football polls, another win in Canada, women's basketball schedule update](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/the-rundown-purdues-place-in-big) _2026-07-29 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Where were the Boilermakers picked in two preseason Big Ten football polls? Matt Painter's team wins again in Canada, and two Purdue non-conference women's basketball games are now official ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/waHcnJwGe6wr) _2026-07-29 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [Mike Bobinski on upcoming retirement, what type of AD fits at Purdue, decade of memories: "It's just been terrific"](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/mike-bobinski-on-upcoming-retirement) _2026-07-28 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Athletic director Mike Bobinski is set to retire Dec. 31 after 10 years at Purdue. On Monday, he spoke about the decision, the current search for his replacement, and reflected on the last decade ## [The Rundown: Monday edition](https://mikecarmin.substack.com/p/the-rundown-monday-edition) _2026-07-27 · Mike Carmin · Greater Lafayette Sports Report_ Matt Painter's team is 2-0 at the halfway mark of their journey through Vancouver. When will another international player arrive to join Katie Gearlds' program? Big Ten football media day is here ## [ADs Should Do The All Counties Tour](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/ADs-Should-Do-The-All-Counties-Tour-e3mi6b1) _2026-07-26 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ This is a reading from the article I wrote in The Modern AD and will also be included in The Mid-Major AD this week. If you like articles like this and also want to get more information on ADs, presidents and boards of trustees, subscribe to The Modern AD (FBS content) or The Mid-Major AD. You can also purchase issues individually. The Modern AD :… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/123328289/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-26%2F2d154f7e-31ff-e910-729e-31c163ac055d.mp3) ## [Who was Gordie Howe? - A look back at his career](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-qrh43opy8v5tzw16) _2026-07-25 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Gordie Howe was a legend in Detroit, winning four Stanley Cup Championships in his 25 years as a player for the Red Wings. He took the ice for the first in 1946 and would be named an NHL All-Star 23 times in his illustrious career. After his career ended in Detroit, he landed in the World Hockey Association with the Houston Aeros. Howe was a child of the Great Depression and grew up poor in… ## [Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel to get $7 million payout](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-gt7gqzzoe0pekwwe) _2026-07-25 · Latest News | FOX 2_ The Michigan athletic director is retiring at the end of the year. He said he will get a $7 million dollar lump sum payment as he retires. ## [Pepperdine Athletic Director Tanner Gardner](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/Pepperdine-Athletic-Director-Tanner-Gardner-e3md19o) _2026-07-22 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ Pepperdine Athletic Director Tanner Gardner discusses his path from management consulting to college athletics, including leadership roles at Rice before arriving at Pepperdine. He explains how Pepperdine's Christian mission shapes hiring decisions, why cultural fit is essential, and how the university's faith-based identity influences the student-athlete experience. Gardner also shares why he has… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/123159288/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-22%2F7b30b8aa-9d8d-99da-caf4-19167eb473ba.mp3) ## [The Modern AD - 2nd Edition - Available Now](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/The-Modern-AD---2nd-Edition---Available-Now-e3mbfuo) _2026-07-21 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ The Modern AD is a monthly digital publication focused on the FBS athletic director position from a higher education administration lens. The 2nd edition is out now and here I give a preview of the following contents. Reaction to FBS AD Hires AD Press Conference Film Study: Toledo's Tom Moreland Open AD Jobs Names & Notes President Backgrounds: PAC 12 ADs Should Do The All Counties Tour AD… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/123108760/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-21%2Fd8225736-eff2-fac6-1346-75ab43b13d8c.mp3) ## [Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel to step down by end of year](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/michigan-athletic-director-warde-manuel-step-down-will-stay-until-end-year) _2026-07-20 · Latest News | FOX 2_ The announcement came Monday morning in a statement from University of Michigan President Domenico Grasso. ## [Dr. Ron Moses | Deputy Athletics Director | Old Dominion University - One Question Leadership Podcast](https://onequestion.libsyn.com/dr-ron-moses-deputy-athletics-director-old-dominion-university-one-question-leadership-podcast) _2026-07-16 · One Question Leadership Podcast_ @1QLeadership Question: How can leaders in college athletics use their own story and environment to build better systems for student‑athlete success in the age of NIL? Dr. Ron Moses, Deputy AD at Old Dominion, shares how dropping out of high school, serving in the Army, and returning to college shaped his people‑first leadership style and commitment to mentoring. He explains why he keeps his… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/onequestion/Moses_1Q_Edit21.mp4?dest-id=327372) ## [Reports: Michigan AD Warde Manuel may be out after internal investigation](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/reports-michigan-ad-warde-manuel-is-out-after-internal-investigation) _2026-07-13 · Lauren.Edwards@fox.com (Lauren Edwards) · Latest News | FOX 2_ FOX 2 is told the results and findings of the investigation will be released on Thursday. ## [Paige Shiver sues University of Michigan for records relating to Sherrone Moore investigation](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/paige-shiver-sues-university-michigan-records-relating-sherrone-moore-investigation) _2026-07-08 · Latest News | FOX 2_ The lawsuit alleges Paige Shiver, Sherrone Moore's ex-aide, faced sex discrimination at the University of Michigan and said a university employee illegally accessed her medical records. ## [Idaho State Athletic Director Pauline Thiros](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/Idaho-State-Athletic-Director-Pauline-Thiros-e3lp6hd) _2026-07-07 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ Pauline Thiros has studied and worked her entire adult life at Idaho State University. The Bengals Hall of Famer served on the president's cabinet as the VP for Advancement before moving into the AD position. Thiros shares the emotional state she found herself in when the opportunity to become the AD appeared, and why she went for it. Thiros talks fan support in Idaho and why she places such an… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/122509293/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-7%2F1206edd3-632b-b79f-6aa1-7eb3fe7839aa.mp3) ## [Kevin Guskiewicz staying on as MSU president in U-turn for East Lansing school](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/kevin-guskiewicz-staying-msu-president-u-turn-east-lansing-school) _2026-07-06 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Michigan State University's president Kevin Guskiewicz is staying on as head of the school after initially telling the governing board he would be departing. ## [Dr. Lauren Bullock | Executive and Leaderhip Coach | Stretch - One Question Leadership Podcast](https://onequestion.libsyn.com/dr-lauren-bullock-executive-and-leaderhip-coach-stretch-one-question-leadership-podcast) _2026-06-29 · One Question Leadership Podcast_ @1QLeadership Question: How can leaders uncover the hidden unwritten rules in their organization's culture to move through resistance and find success? Dr. Lauren Bullock , Executive Coach at Stretch and Professor at Temple University, explores how leadership, communication, and culture intersect. Dr. Bullock posits that real leadership lives in the tension between struggle and success, not in… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/onequestion/LBullock_Edit2.mp4?dest-id=327372) ## Episode 156: Dan Hauser - Vice President and Director of Athletics - High Point University - High Point, NC _2026-06-25 · Hangin With The AD Podcast_ Welcome back to another edition of the Hangin' with the AD Podcast. Today's guest is one of the most innovative and forward-thinking leaders in college athletics. Dan Hauser serves as the Vice President and Director of Athletics at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina, a position he has held since 2014. Before arriving at High Point, Dan built a strong foundation in athletic… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/891289/episodes/19391033-episode-156-dan-hauser-vice-president-and-director-of-athletics-high-point-university-high-point-nc.mp3) ## [NCAA approves 5-for-5 eligibility model for Division I athletes](https://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/ncaa-eligibility-rules-five-seasons-five-years) _2026-06-24 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 2_ The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period. ## [Houston Athletic Director Eddie Nuñez](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/Houston-Athletic-Director-Eddie-Nuez-e3l5jdq) _2026-06-23 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ Houston Athletic Director Eddie Nuñez joins HEA for a conversation on how he is operating Houston athletics two years into his tenure. Nuñez discusses his working relationship with Chancellor Renu Khator and explains why he intentionally sought out presidents earlier in his career to better understand higher education leadership (and why future ADs should do that today). I asked Nuñez how ADs are… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/121867130/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-23%2Fb968bc47-dc70-04bb-54e9-f63d4823dd4e.mp3) ## [Dusty May leaving University of Michigan for NBA, according to reports](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/dusty-may-leaving-university-michigan-nba-according-reports) _2026-06-22 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Dusty May is departing the University of Michigan's basketball team for a position as the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, according to reports. ## [The Modern AD](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/higheredathletics/episodes/The-Modern-AD-e3l3shq) _2026-06-22 · Travis Smith · Higher Ed Athletics_ New AD interview out on Tuesday with Houston AD Eddie Nunez. Until then...some of you may have listened to me introduce HEA Insider subscription a few weeks ago. I've since rebranded it to "The Modern AD" and I want to share the first monthly edition with you for free. The Modern AD is a monthly briefing on the business, leadership, and evolution of the athletic director position from the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/106260f0/podcast/play/121810938/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-22%2Fca6ce219-daad-6c3f-8d59-cf0b38635af2.mp3) ## [Lindsay Jaffe | Senior Associate Athletics Director | USC - One Question Leadership Podcast](https://onequestion.libsyn.com/lindsay-jaffe-senior-associate-athletics-director-usc-one-question-leadership-podcast) _2026-06-17 · One Question Leadership Podcast_ In this episode of One Question Leadership Podcast , University of Southern California Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sport Administration Lin dsay Jaffe sits down with host Steph Garcia Cichosz to offer insight into her journey from Appalachian State soccer student-athlete to senior-level athletic administrator. The conversation explores the mentors who opened doors throughout her career,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/onequestion/Jaffe-Edit2.mp4?dest-id=327372)