We asked Sarah Otey, the commissioner of the Ohio Athletic Conference, a few questions.
What does it mean for you professionally to be the first female commissioner of the OAC? I was incredibly fortunate to grow up in a situation where I have never felt like there were doors entirely closed to me because of my gender. But, I have come to realize that not everyone has lived with that same privilege and its important for me to embrace the importance of being the first female commissioner.
What is your Division III elevator pitch? Division III gave me an avenue to participate, pursue a demanding course of study and engage in the campus community. There is no chance I would have the work ethic, leadership skills or confidence I have today had I not been a Division III student-athlete.
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Did You Know?
The following are the latest updates in Division III:
Celebrate graduating women for their academic achievements, athletics excellence, community service and leadership with a nomination for NCAA Woman of the Year. Each member school can nominate up to two graduating female student-athletes if at least one of the nominees is a student-athlete of color or international student-athlete. Submit your school's nomination(s) through the NCAA Program Hub by 5 p.m. Eastern time Wednesday, June 21. Visit ncaa.org/woty for details.
International Student-Athletes
The NCAA recently updated the Guide to International Academic Standards for Athletics Eligibility and the Division III FAQ , as the definition of an international student was redefined, as noted on the last page of the PDF. The Eligibility Center also recently hosted a webinar for its Division III audience regarding requests for final amateurism certification. Access a recording to the webinar by clicking here.
This resource represents a living document of inclusive language guidelines created to support the NCAA national office review of policies, procedures and manuals for inclusive language, as part of the NCAA Eight-Point Plan to Advance Racial Equity. Institutions and conferences are welcome to review and implement these guidelines in their efforts to foster diverse, inclusive and equitable environments.
Opportunities and News to Share!
Division III Committee Vacancies
Interested in serving on an NCAA Division III committee? Check out the current openings and click here for the nomination form.
2023 College Sports Communicators Virtual Camp
For the fifth year, CSC will host a professional development opportunity for those exploring athletics communications as a career and those early in their careers. This year’s camp will be held virtually June 1-2, with two daily sessions. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required. Check the schedule at this link for updates on panelists and moderators.
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.
