The firm is preparing an assessment of Athletics and will offer suggestions and recommendations based on observations, data, and best practices from across the country. Their work will provide the University with a broad perspective on the program.
Strategic Edge will hold a number of open meetings as listed below. In addition, there will be separate meetings with specific groups, including Associated Students leadership, student athletes, coaches, and Student Affairs representatives.
Tuesday, Sept. 13
- 11 to 11:50 a.m. General Session for Students – Goodwin Forum (Nelson Hall East).
- Noon to 12:50 p.m. Brown Bag Lunch Session for Staff – Nelson Hall East 106.
- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. General Session for Alumni, Fans, Boosters, Sponsors – UC Banquet Room. Parking for this meeting is available for free after 5 p.m. in the lot behind the University Library (Lot FS 6).
Wednesday, Sept. 14
- 3 to 3:50 p.m. General Session for Faculty – Goodwin Forum (Nelson Hall East).
- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. General Session for Business Community – UC Banquet Room. Parking for this meeting is available for free after 5 p.m. in the lot behind the University Library (Lot FS 6).
In addition to the meetings, individuals may provide feedback and ideas for the Athletics assessment through the online form. More information about the assessment is in the President’s Message about it.
Strategic Edge has broad experience with Division II athletics programs, and was chosen after consultation with peer institutions about firms they had used for similar work. Their assessment is expected to be completed by the end of November.