DIVERSITY & INCLUSION QUARTERLY UPDATE
NOVEMBER 2024
Inside Perspective
We asked Casie Runksmeier, Deputy Director of Athletics and SWA at Colby College, a few questions.
What has been your experience with the NCAA Pathway Program? The goal of any professional development opportunity is to continue to learn and grow, to get out of the day-to-day and think more holistically. This program fulfills this opportunity in a deep and profound manner because of its immersive features.
What has allowed you to find success as a SWA? The opportunity to be at the table during campus decision making conversations, attending conference meetings and the NCAA Convention, have created a knowledge level and experience that helps me navigate conversations which help our department.
Click here to read the remaining questions and answers.
Did You Know?
The following are the latest updates in Division III:
SWA Program
Division III is excited to host the seventh annual Senior Woman Administrator Program. Division III will provide funding for 30 senior woman administrators to attend a division-specific program March 10-11 at the NCAA national office in Indianapolis. The application process is now available on the NCAA Program Hub, titled “2025 Division III SWA Program.” Nomination and application materials must be submitted by 5 p.m. Eastern time Dec. 3.
Diversity Grants
Applications have opened for the Division III diversity grants. The grants provide funding to members committed to enhancing ethnic and racial minority and gender representation in athletics administration and assistant coaching positions. For more information and to apply, visit the Division III Diversity Grants webpage. Grant proposals are due by January 27, 2025, at 5 p.m. Eastern. You can find the application on the NCAA Program Hub. There also will be a 30-minute webinar at 2 p.m. Eastern time Thursday, Nov. 14, that will outline strategies to apply for a Division III diversity grant. Click here to register.
NCAA Convention Resources
To access this year’s Convention resources, visit the 2025 Convention resource webpage. Staff will post key information (for example: the Official Notice, legislative proposal Q&A guide and education session PowerPoints) on this page as they become available.
Tip of the Quarter
Cultural Heritage Months
The NCAA aims to celebrate the rich and diverse histories, cultures and contributions of various communities year-round. There are many opportunities to learn about, reflect on and highlight the unique traditions that shape our membership. Check out this resource to find ways to educate yourself, host a campus event, partner with local businesses and life the voices of student-athletes.
Opportunities and News to Share!
Division III Committee Vacancies
Interested in serving on an NCAA Division III committee? Check out the current openingsand click here for the nomination form.
Eligibility Center Updates
The Eligibility Center released its annual membership survey. Please fill out and provide feedback by the end of the day Nov. 24. Additionally, the annual update of the Guide for the Compliance Administrator was released. Please replace any old files you might have saved.
Show Me the Money
Click here for a chart outlining Division III grants and programs available to the Division III membership. The chart also outlines application and selection timelines, as well as program benefits.
This email was sent to selected individuals in the NCAA Division III Diversity & Inclusion database, and Division III Athletics Diversity and Inclusion Designees based on contact information in the NCAA Directory.
