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Current Invoices
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Drug education invoicing was emailed to athletics directors on August 14 and is due September 13, 2023. If your institution did not receive an invoice, please contact accounting@naia.org.
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Invoicing for statistical products was emailed to athletics directors and sports information directors on August 28 and is due September 27, 2023.
September 30, 2023
Deadline to submit fall Daktronics Scholar-Athletes. Submissions can be made through SIDHelp.
October 1, 2023
- The current term in PlayNAIA changes to spring 2024, student types (and therefore fees) may change.
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PlayNAIA cancelations occur for students with fall 2023 applications for fall sports who are not yet in line for review.
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Jim Carr and Roger Drake Featured in University Business Ed Talk
Athletics has always played an important role in campus culture and institutional identity. However, as student demographics have shifted, athletics has become increasingly important in driving enrollment and contributing to the financial viability of an institution.
In this UB Ed Talk, Dr. Roger Drake, president of Central Methodist University, and Jim Carr, president and CEO of the NAIA, will discuss the increasing value of athletics and outline practical insights for unlocking its potential to support enrollment, student success, and financial sustainability.
Unlocking the Value of Intercollegiate Athletics
September 13, 2 p.m. ET
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NAIA Launches The Deal, an NIL Podcast
The Deal is a podcast dedicated to helping student-athletes, athletic administrators, and coaches make the most of NIL opportunities. Sponsored by Opendorse, The Deal will discuss creating professional bios, building a personal brand, and maximizing earning potential, all without violating amateur status.
Interested in sharing your NIL story? Contact Paige Salveter or submit your NIL form today!
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National Office New Hires
Fred Aubuchon has been hired as a championship sport manager and will oversee women's volleyball, swimming and diving, cheer and dance, and tennis. Fred has been a head women's volleyball coach for 26 years, 18 of which were with NAIA institutions. He earned his B.A.A. from Central Michigan University and his masters in education from the University of Toledo. He also played volleyball while at both universities.
Caden DeLay is the NAIA's new coordinator of membership value and retention. Caden began as a seasonal employee with the NAIA Eligibility Center this summer and previously was a marketing coordinator with a construction company. He was a swimmer at the University of South Dakota where he graduated with a B.A. in sports marketing. In this newly-created position, Caden will work closely with members with a focus on service and retention.
Alex Schultz joins the NAIA as a championship sport manager after eight seasons of coaching soccer at multiple NCAA DII schools including Regis University, University of Colorado - Colorado Springs, and Rockhurst University. His educational background is in sport coaching and athletic administration and he will manage women's soccer, bowling, and baseball.
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National Administrative Council Update
The National Administrative Council (NAC) met on August 16 for their first quarterly meeting of the 2023-24 academic year. Details can be found in the full NAC Summary.
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NAIA Connect: New Technology Platform Coming Spring 2024
We are excited to announce that the NAIA is moving from NAIAHelp to NAIA Connect as our primary technology platform over the next 12 months. While NAIAHelp has served the association well for 17 years, that technology will no longer be available and NAIA Connect, which is supported by Salesforce, will be a more modern and functional platform.
We understand that change can be challenging, especially when it comes to technology. But rest assured, there will be extensive training opportunities and resources for members. From in-person training at the 2024 National Convention to videos to individual process documents, we will make sure you are comfortable using NAIA Connect to conduct business with the NAIA. We will continue to send more details as we progress through the implementation process.
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Facility Certification Deadlines
If your institution would like to host an Opening Round, make sure you have submitted a facility certification by the deadline listed below:
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Did You Know?
Legislative Services has been adding more information to the Rules Education page. This page includes informative articles in the Interp Library, 2023 Rules Updates and Recaps, and new rules ed power point presentations and quizzes. Be on the lookout for new power point and quizzes surrounding frequency of play and seasons of competition coming soon!
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The Impact of Junior Varsity on Retention
Did you know that athletics departments with at least one JV program had a slightly higher retention rate than the overall rate at NAIA institutions? We examine the relationship between JV programs and retention rates in our latest research brief. Questions? Contact Director of ROA Alan Grosbach.
ROA Data Collection
Data collection for the ROA year-end report is open for submissions. Resources are available both inside the ROA Insights tool and on NAIA.org. Annual submissions are due December 1.
Are you new to ROA data collection, need a refresh, or just have a question? Schedule a one-on-one demo or call with ROA Director Alan Grosbach.
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SWL Lunch and Learn Save the Date
Topic: How to Develop A Successful ASA Program on Your Campus
When: Wednesday, September 13 at Noon (CT)
Presenters: Rob Cashell, Cascade Collegiate Conference Commissioner and Sara Eckinger, NAIA Director of Student-Athlete Experience and Development
Join: Meeting Link
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August Eligibility Edge
Check out the most recent issue of the Eligibility Edge, a newsletter dedicated exclusively to NAIA eligibility topics. For questions regarding newsletter distribution or to add someone to the email list before the September issue, please contact Jen Saab.
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