DIVERSITY & INCLUSION QUARTERLY UPDATE
FEBRUARY 2025
Inside Perspective
We asked Kevin Whittmon, a student-athlete at Carroll University, a few questions.
What was most memorable about participating in the Student Immersion Program? The opportunity to build meaningful connections—not just with my peers in the cohort but also with industry professionals and former student-athletes.
What have you enjoyed most about your student-athlete experience? My overall experience as a Division III student-athlete has been incredible. The friendships I have built, many of whom I now consider family, are at the heart of what made this journey so special.
Click here to read the remaining questions and answers.
Did You Know?
The following are the latest updates in Division III:
Institute for Administrative Advancement
This year’s Institute will be held June 6-8 in conjunction with the MOAA Symposium and NACDA Convention in Orlando. The Institute provides professional development and networking opportunities for administrators of color, as well as head coaches of color aspiring to be administrators. The nomination and application period is open until 5 p.m. Eastern time March 17 on Program Hub.
LGBTQ Resources
Division III is pleased to announce the launch of the updated LGBTQ OneTeam Program. The program is a free two-hour interactive session on a campus or conference, for coaches, administrators, and student-athletes, led by a certified facilitator. During the NCAA Convention, Division III announced the LGBTQ of the Year recipients. Click here for more information, including highlight videos.
Leadership Development Programs
The following spring applications are now open and will close at 5 p.m. Eastern time March 7 in the Program Hub.
The NCAA is excited to announce the republication of the Common Ground Action Strategies resource, aimed at fostering collegiate athletics cultures that are respectful and safe for students and staff of all faiths, religious perspectives, sexual orientations and gender identities. For more information about the Common Ground initiative, please click here.
Tip of the Quarter
Diversity Resource
Discussions about race, diversity and social justice deal with complex issues and often invoke passion and emotion. Check out this resource for tips that can help you respond to challenging questions that may arise, and keep the conversation positive and productive.
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
Recruiting a midyear grad? Know the steps they need to take to be certified by the Eligibility Center. Click here for more information.
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.
