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COLORADO STATE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Colorado State basketball’s strength and conditioning program helps the Rams become bigger, faster and stronger on the court every day and every game. Thanks to Fred Greener and the strength and conditioning staff at CSU, the Rams are among the strongest and quickest in the nation. The program focuses on five primary areas, including: t4QPSUTQFDJĕDUSBJOJOHoFYFSDJTFTSFMBUFETUSJDUMZUPCBTLFUCBMM t-PXFSCPEZFYQMPTJWFTUSFOHUIUPFOIBODFCBTLFUCBMMTLJMMT t$PSFTUSFOHUIBOETUBCJMJUZoGPDVTJOHPOUIFMPXFSCBDLBOE BCEPNJOBMNVTDMFT t'MFYJCJMJUZ t2VJDLOFTTBOEBHJMJUZUSBJOJOHTFTTJPOT
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“My heart was just pounding. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear your name on national TV. It’s a great organization. I had a great time at Colorado State, but it was time to move on to the next level.”
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CSU Media Exposure
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Go Green, go state! CSU is leading the way into the future.
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hen it comes to its athletic programs, Colorado State University’s mission is twofold: build great character and compete for championships. CSU has committed more than $27 million to build new facilities to enhance the academic and competitive experience for its studentathletes as they strive for greatness.
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CSU’s eight colleges provide access to more than 150 programs, offering worldclass degree opportunities in social and natural sciences, math, technology, engineering, business, the arts, and humanities. It’s a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves educational experience that is setting the pace nationally and internationally in undergraduate education.
Athletics is an important aspect of the CSU experience, but there is much more to embrace. CSU welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 85 countries, making Fort Collins a college town with a worldly atmosphere. It is a unique experience – the rare opportunity to learn and grow in a friendly environment where global challenges are being met daily.
Not only does CSU provide an outstanding staff of academic support professionals, it also offers student-athletes unique educational opportunities such as its 1,200-acre Pingree Park Campus, a mountain paradise 9,000 feet above sea level. CSU students and faculty form an educational partnership, working together both in the classroom and in the field. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
CSU strongly believes in experiential learning, giving students hands-on experience in the field.
Colorado State University coaches believe building a great team is really about building great people – and preparing them for success in life, as well as in athletics. The University and the Board of Governors of the CSU System have made a bold commitment to the success of CSU athletics, breaking ground this summer on two significant buildings. The state-of-the-art indoor practice facility will house a 70-yard synthetic turf field, a four-lane running track, basketball courts, and volleyball courts. The academic and training center will include an expanded weight room and the two-story Anderson Academic Center. Private supporters who believe in our program and its future have made these projects possible.
Leading the way s Approximately 600 students per year participate in study-abroad programs. s CSU’s student body is very active, with 25 percent participating in intramural sports programs.
These additions will elevate Colorado State athletics to new heights while assuring our studentathletes have the opportunity of a world-class education. Ranked in the top tier of American research universities, CSU is increasingly recognized as a university where faculty and students collaborate in the classroom to tap their highest potential and develop innovative, practical solutions to the greatest global challenges facing our planet. In the case of CSU athletics, we are building a successful program that will graduate athletes, win championships, and keep Colorado State athletics in the national spotlight. Go Rams!
Larry Edward Penley President, Colorado State University
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This is Fort Collins A great place to live and learn.
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ld Town, which features restaurants, shops, and entertainment in the heart of Fort Collins and within walking distance of the CSU campus, showcases the city’s rich heritage while creating a gathering place for students and community. A variety of outdoor activities beckon in and around Fort Collins. Hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, river rafting, and rock climbing are popular pursuits for students. Fort Collins is cyclist-friendly, offering more than 30 miles of paved trails and designated bike lanes on streets throughout the city and campus.
Located at the base of the foothills, Fort Collins provides high-altitude opportunities to explore the scenic Rocky Mountains.
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With sunny days and mild temperatures the norm, students can take advantage of CSU’s scenic, treefilled campus to take their education outdoors.
Cool facts about Fort Collins s 300 days of sunshine each year s #1 place to live in the United States (Money magazine, August 2006) s Top 10 perfect towns in the United States to live (Outside magazine) s One of America’s Top 10 most livable cities (A&E Television) s Hundreds of restaurants and shops in Downtown Fort Collins, within walking distance of campus s 30 miles of bike trails s 40 public parks s 65 miles north of Denver s 1 hour from Denver International Airport s 5 professional sports teams in nearby Denver
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World Class academics Winning tradition in the classroom and on the field.
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’s Academic Support Services Department utilizes a full-time staff offering educational, personal, and professional development support for more than 400 Rams student-athletes. Students are provided the resources, guidance, and leadership necessary to succeed in the classroom and in their careers. CSU’s graduation rate for student-athletes not only is higher than the student body at large, it also is among the best in the highly competitive Mountain West Conference. Each year, dozens of Rams earn academic all-conference honors, reflecting CSU’s commitment to produce true student-athletes. Research opportunities abound for undergraduate students. CSU spent $267.4 million on research in 2006 and is one of the most respected research universities in the country. CSU strongly believes in experiential learning, giving students hands-on experience in the field. CSU is in a period of unprecedented growth. A new Computer Science building will open in 2008, while new residence halls and other campus buildings and facilities are under construction.
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How CSU measures up s CSU’s Veterinary Medicine program is ranked second in the country by U.S. News and World Report and is ranked first in federal research dollars. s There are 325 student organizations on campus, including 34 honor societies, 19 fraternities, and 14 sororities.
According to NCAA statistics, the graduation rate for student-athletes is higher than for the overall student body at CSU.
Top of the class Guard Adam Nigon is not only a leader on the court but also in the classroom. The junior economics major walked-on to the men’s basketball team last year but still managed to be successful in the classroom. Off the court, Adam leads the Rams in grade-point average. While on the court, he hopes to help lead the Rams to a successful season.
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he Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System represents the people of Colorado, assuring effective management, accountability, and responsible leadership of all the CSU System campuses: Colorado State University, CSU-Pueblo, and CSU-Global Campus. Board members come from across the state and from
many different fields, yet all share a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and student success. Faculty and students also serve on the board representing their individual institutions. The Board of Governors sets a standard of excellence for all the campuses that carry the Colorado State name, through
the establishment of a bold vision coupled with ambitious stretch goals. Each campus’ learning environment focuses on a high-quality student experience that prepares graduates for fulfilling careers and rewarding lives. We believe the CSU System can and should be the best in the country, and we’re working to make that vision real.
Patrick Grant Voting Member
Douglas L. Jones Chairman of the Board Owner/President The Jones Realty Group
President/CEO National Western Stock Show
Joe Blake Vice Chair
Ed Haselden Secretary
President/CEO Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
President/CEO Haselden Construction Chairman Doug Jones congratulates members of CSU’s graduating class of 2008.
Bonifacio A. Cosyleon Voting Member
Patrick McConathy Voting Member
President Byerly & Cosyleon
Chief Executive Officer Yarmony Energy
Diane Evans Treasurer
Marguerite Salazar Voting Member
Vice President of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs Land Title Guarantee Company
President/CEO Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.
Tom Farley Voting Member Regent Santa Clara University
Non-Voting Members Scott Eriksen, Associate Professor of Accounting, CSUPueblo David Fresquez, President of Associated Students’ Government, CSU-Pueblo Timothy J. Gallagher, Professor of Finance and Real Estate, Colorado State University Taylor Smoot, President of the Associated Students of CSU, Colorado State University
Members Salazar, Haselden, and Blake in active discussion during board meeting.
www.csusystem.edu
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Director of Athletics Paul Kowalczyk Colorado State Director of Athletics Paul Kowalczyk last spring stood behind a podium in the Coors Auditorium inside the McGraw Athletic Center, announcing plans for the institution's most comprehensive athletics facilities initiative in more than four decades. Kowalczyk's enthusiasm brimmed over as the athletics program stood on the verge of entering one of the most exciting eras in school history. University officials have committed to an initiative that will place CSU's athletics facilities among the finest in the nation. The new facilities will make CSU competitive nationally and enhance the institution's image across a broad spectrum. "There has never been a better time to be a Ram!", Kowalczyk proclaimed as he made the announcement regarding the new facilities, facing a contingent of fans, donors, alumni, and members of the media. "These buildings show that Colorado State is unmistakably serious about achieving its stretch goals," Kowalczyk said. "Combined with the recent renovations at our football stadium, this puts us where we need to be in terms of offering quality, state-of-the-art facilities to our coaches and student-athletes, those who are here now and those who are thinking about coming here." Included in the initiative are an indoor practice facility, to be located north of the Student Recreation Center, and a new Academic and Training Center located south of the McGraw Athletic Center. The facilities initiative also reflects Kowalczyk's commitment to excellence throughout the program. "Average is simply not good enough," he said. "We must continually find ways to improve every aspect of our program while meeting the needs of our student-athletes and providing resources for our coaches --
not just to compete, but to win, and do it while serving the university, the community, and the region." Those resources will soon include the aforementioned facilities which will create much needed practice space and serve as a primary recruiting tool. The indoor practice facility will include a 70-yard synthetic turf football field, as well as regulation-size basketball and volleyball courts. "The indoor practice facility will not only provide our team the opportunity to practice in a state-of-the-art facility, but will enhance our ability to attract the best student-athletes to CSU," Kowalczyk said. The Academic and Training Center will support the department's mission toward studentathletes. The facility will contain a state-of-theart weight room as well as an academic center featuring a computer lab, private tutorial rooms and large study areas. "The Academic and Training Center will allow our student-athletes to meet their potential both academically and athletically," Kowalczyk said. "A new facility will reflect the support provided by the university and our supporters for success." Soon after Kowalczyk's arrival in Fort Collins, he worked closely with the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System and President Larry Penley to set in place early a set of "stretch goals." The new facilities place CSU's program on a clear course to attain those goals under Kowalczyk's leadership. "The support of Dr. Penley and the board, who were there every step of the way, was critical," Kowalczyk said. "We have leadership on this campus that not only recognizes the importance of investing in athletics, but also what a successful athletics department can do for the university." Colorado State's stretch goals include: t "DIJFWFB/PSBOLJOHJOUIF%JSFDtor's Cup, a ranking system that reflects overall program success; t "OOVBM#PXM$IBNQJPOTIJQ4FSJFT inclusion; t /$""NFOhTBOEXPNFOhTCBTLFUCBMM tournament participation. Kowalczyk's reputation in athletics has given followers of the program optimism and excitement for the future. He brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to Fort Collins when IFXBTOBNFEUIFTDIPPMhTUI%JSFDUPSPG "UIMFUJDTPO"QSJM BęFSIBWJOHTFSWFE
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COLORADO STATE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Colorado State basketball’s strength and conditioning program helps the Rams become bigger, faster and stronger on the court every day and every game. Thanks to Fred Greener and the strength and conditioning staff at CSU, the Rams are among the strongest and quickest in the nation. The program focuses on five primary areas, including: t4QPSUTQFDJĕDUSBJOJOHoFYFSDJTFTSFMBUFETUSJDUMZUPCBTLFUCBMM t-PXFSCPEZFYQMPTJWFTUSFOHUIUPFOIBODFCBTLFUCBMMTLJMMT t$PSFTUSFOHUIBOETUBCJMJUZoGPDVTJOHPOUIFMPXFSCBDLBOE BCEPNJOBMNVTDMFT t'MFYJCJMJUZ t2VJDLOFTTBOEBHJMJUZUSBJOJOHTFTTJPOT
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“My heart was just pounding. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear your name on national TV. It’s a great organization. I had a great time at Colorado State, but it was time to move on to the next level.”
Jason Smith э 2007 First-Round Draft Pick Colorado State MEN’S BASKETBALL 2008-09 41
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Go Green, go state! CSU is leading the way into the future.
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hen it comes to its athletic programs, Colorado State University’s mission is twofold: build great character and compete for championships. CSU has committed more than $27 million to build new facilities to enhance the academic and competitive experience for its studentathletes as they strive for greatness.
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CSU’s eight colleges provide access to more than 150 programs, offering worldclass degree opportunities in social and natural sciences, math, technology, engineering, business, the arts, and humanities. It’s a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves educational experience that is setting the pace nationally and internationally in undergraduate education.
Athletics is an important aspect of the CSU experience, but there is much more to embrace. CSU welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 85 countries, making Fort Collins a college town with a worldly atmosphere. It is a unique experience – the rare opportunity to learn and grow in a friendly environment where global challenges are being met daily.
Not only does CSU provide an outstanding staff of academic support professionals, it also offers student-athletes unique educational opportunities such as its 1,200-acre Pingree Park Campus, a mountain paradise 9,000 feet above sea level. CSU students and faculty form an educational partnership, working together both in the classroom and in the field. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
CSU strongly believes in experiential learning, giving students hands-on experience in the field.
Colorado State University coaches believe building a great team is really about building great people – and preparing them for success in life, as well as in athletics. The University and the Board of Governors of the CSU System have made a bold commitment to the success of CSU athletics, breaking ground this summer on two significant buildings. The state-of-the-art indoor practice facility will house a 70-yard synthetic turf field, a four-lane running track, basketball courts, and volleyball courts. The academic and training center will include an expanded weight room and the two-story Anderson Academic Center. Private supporters who believe in our program and its future have made these projects possible.
Leading the way s Approximately 600 students per year participate in study-abroad programs. s CSU’s student body is very active, with 25 percent participating in intramural sports programs.
These additions will elevate Colorado State athletics to new heights while assuring our studentathletes have the opportunity of a world-class education. Ranked in the top tier of American research universities, CSU is increasingly recognized as a university where faculty and students collaborate in the classroom to tap their highest potential and develop innovative, practical solutions to the greatest global challenges facing our planet. In the case of CSU athletics, we are building a successful program that will graduate athletes, win championships, and keep Colorado State athletics in the national spotlight. Go Rams!
Larry Edward Penley President, Colorado State University
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This is Fort Collins A great place to live and learn.
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ld Town, which features restaurants, shops, and entertainment in the heart of Fort Collins and within walking distance of the CSU campus, showcases the city’s rich heritage while creating a gathering place for students and community. A variety of outdoor activities beckon in and around Fort Collins. Hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, river rafting, and rock climbing are popular pursuits for students. Fort Collins is cyclist-friendly, offering more than 30 miles of paved trails and designated bike lanes on streets throughout the city and campus.
Located at the base of the foothills, Fort Collins provides high-altitude opportunities to explore the scenic Rocky Mountains.
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With sunny days and mild temperatures the norm, students can take advantage of CSU’s scenic, treefilled campus to take their education outdoors.
Cool facts about Fort Collins s 300 days of sunshine each year s #1 place to live in the United States (Money magazine, August 2006) s Top 10 perfect towns in the United States to live (Outside magazine) s One of America’s Top 10 most livable cities (A&E Television) s Hundreds of restaurants and shops in Downtown Fort Collins, within walking distance of campus s 30 miles of bike trails s 40 public parks s 65 miles north of Denver s 1 hour from Denver International Airport s 5 professional sports teams in nearby Denver
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World Class academics Winning tradition in the classroom and on the field.
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’s Academic Support Services Department utilizes a full-time staff offering educational, personal, and professional development support for more than 400 Rams student-athletes. Students are provided the resources, guidance, and leadership necessary to succeed in the classroom and in their careers. CSU’s graduation rate for student-athletes not only is higher than the student body at large, it also is among the best in the highly competitive Mountain West Conference. Each year, dozens of Rams earn academic all-conference honors, reflecting CSU’s commitment to produce true student-athletes. Research opportunities abound for undergraduate students. CSU spent $267.4 million on research in 2006 and is one of the most respected research universities in the country. CSU strongly believes in experiential learning, giving students hands-on experience in the field. CSU is in a period of unprecedented growth. A new Computer Science building will open in 2008, while new residence halls and other campus buildings and facilities are under construction.
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How CSU measures up s CSU’s Veterinary Medicine program is ranked second in the country by U.S. News and World Report and is ranked first in federal research dollars. s There are 325 student organizations on campus, including 34 honor societies, 19 fraternities, and 14 sororities.
According to NCAA statistics, the graduation rate for student-athletes is higher than for the overall student body at CSU.
Top of the class Guard Adam Nigon is not only a leader on the court but also in the classroom. The junior economics major walked-on to the men’s basketball team last year but still managed to be successful in the classroom. Off the court, Adam leads the Rams in grade-point average. While on the court, he hopes to help lead the Rams to a successful season.
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he Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System represents the people of Colorado, assuring effective management, accountability, and responsible leadership of all the CSU System campuses: Colorado State University, CSU-Pueblo, and CSU-Global Campus. Board members come from across the state and from
many different fields, yet all share a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and student success. Faculty and students also serve on the board representing their individual institutions. The Board of Governors sets a standard of excellence for all the campuses that carry the Colorado State name, through
the establishment of a bold vision coupled with ambitious stretch goals. Each campus’ learning environment focuses on a high-quality student experience that prepares graduates for fulfilling careers and rewarding lives. We believe the CSU System can and should be the best in the country, and we’re working to make that vision real.
Patrick Grant Voting Member
Douglas L. Jones Chairman of the Board Owner/President The Jones Realty Group
President/CEO National Western Stock Show
Joe Blake Vice Chair
Ed Haselden Secretary
President/CEO Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
President/CEO Haselden Construction Chairman Doug Jones congratulates members of CSU’s graduating class of 2008.
Bonifacio A. Cosyleon Voting Member
Patrick McConathy Voting Member
President Byerly & Cosyleon
Chief Executive Officer Yarmony Energy
Diane Evans Treasurer
Marguerite Salazar Voting Member
Vice President of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs Land Title Guarantee Company
President/CEO Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.
Tom Farley Voting Member Regent Santa Clara University
Non-Voting Members Scott Eriksen, Associate Professor of Accounting, CSUPueblo David Fresquez, President of Associated Students’ Government, CSU-Pueblo Timothy J. Gallagher, Professor of Finance and Real Estate, Colorado State University Taylor Smoot, President of the Associated Students of CSU, Colorado State University
Members Salazar, Haselden, and Blake in active discussion during board meeting.
www.csusystem.edu
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Director of Athletics Paul Kowalczyk Colorado State Director of Athletics Paul Kowalczyk last spring stood behind a podium in the Coors Auditorium inside the McGraw Athletic Center, announcing plans for the institution's most comprehensive athletics facilities initiative in more than four decades. Kowalczyk's enthusiasm brimmed over as the athletics program stood on the verge of entering one of the most exciting eras in school history. University officials have committed to an initiative that will place CSU's athletics facilities among the finest in the nation. The new facilities will make CSU competitive nationally and enhance the institution's image across a broad spectrum. "There has never been a better time to be a Ram!", Kowalczyk proclaimed as he made the announcement regarding the new facilities, facing a contingent of fans, donors, alumni, and members of the media. "These buildings show that Colorado State is unmistakably serious about achieving its stretch goals," Kowalczyk said. "Combined with the recent renovations at our football stadium, this puts us where we need to be in terms of offering quality, state-of-the-art facilities to our coaches and student-athletes, those who are here now and those who are thinking about coming here." Included in the initiative are an indoor practice facility, to be located north of the Student Recreation Center, and a new Academic and Training Center located south of the McGraw Athletic Center. The facilities initiative also reflects Kowalczyk's commitment to excellence throughout the program. "Average is simply not good enough," he said. "We must continually find ways to improve every aspect of our program while meeting the needs of our student-athletes and providing resources for our coaches --
not just to compete, but to win, and do it while serving the university, the community, and the region." Those resources will soon include the aforementioned facilities which will create much needed practice space and serve as a primary recruiting tool. The indoor practice facility will include a 70-yard synthetic turf football field, as well as regulation-size basketball and volleyball courts. "The indoor practice facility will not only provide our team the opportunity to practice in a state-of-the-art facility, but will enhance our ability to attract the best student-athletes to CSU," Kowalczyk said. The Academic and Training Center will support the department's mission toward studentathletes. The facility will contain a state-of-theart weight room as well as an academic center featuring a computer lab, private tutorial rooms and large study areas. "The Academic and Training Center will allow our student-athletes to meet their potential both academically and athletically," Kowalczyk said. "A new facility will reflect the support provided by the university and our supporters for success." Soon after Kowalczyk's arrival in Fort Collins, he worked closely with the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System and President Larry Penley to set in place early a set of "stretch goals." The new facilities place CSU's program on a clear course to attain those goals under Kowalczyk's leadership. "The support of Dr. Penley and the board, who were there every step of the way, was critical," Kowalczyk said. "We have leadership on this campus that not only recognizes the importance of investing in athletics, but also what a successful athletics department can do for the university." Colorado State's stretch goals include: t "DIJFWFB/PSBOLJOHJOUIF%JSFDtor's Cup, a ranking system that reflects overall program success; t "OOVBM#PXM$IBNQJPOTIJQ4FSJFT inclusion; t /$""NFOhTBOEXPNFOhTCBTLFUCBMM tournament participation. Kowalczyk's reputation in athletics has given followers of the program optimism and excitement for the future. He brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to Fort Collins when IFXBTOBNFEUIFTDIPPMhTUI%JSFDUPSPG "UIMFUJDTPO"QSJM BęFSIBWJOHTFSWFE
for six successful years in the same capacity at Southern Illinois University. Kowalczyk, 50, is applying the same energy, enthusiasm, and leadership at CSU that had previously earned him praise as one of the nation's finest administrators. *OUIFTQSJOHPG IFXBTOBNFEUPUIFQSFTUJHJPVT/$""%JWJTJPO*-FBEFSTIJQ$PVODJM an advisory body to the Division I Board of Directors. The council identifies issues important to the future of Division I and offers its expertise in defining appropriate action items. ,PXBMD[ZLBMTPSFNBJOTJOWPMWFEJO/$"" /"$%" BOE.8$BDUJWJUJFT 6OEFS,PXBMD[ZLhTMFBEFSTIJQ UIF academic year provided a glimpse of the success Colorado State expects to attain throughout the program. CSU's athletics program won four regular-season conference titles for the first time in school history. Such achievements have become the norm during Kowalczyk's career. During his tenure at SIU, he led the Salukis' emergence into a successful, nationally reOPXOFEBUIMFUJDTQSPHSBNJODMVEJOHDPOGFSence championships in seven sport programs. Before his tenures at CSU and SIU, he was TFOJPSBENJOJTUSBUPSBU/PSUIXFTUFSO6OJWFSTJUZ during a time in which the Wildcats program enjoyed national success. He also served as assistant athletics director for business operations at Kansas State, business manager for athletics at Portland State, and assistant to the associate athletics director at Kent State. Kowalczyk holds a master's degree in sports administration and a bachelor's of business administration in accounting from Kent State University. A native of Warren Ohio, Kowalczyk was inducted into the Warren High School Distinguished Hall of Fame. The award recognizes and honors individuals for their achievements BOEQFSGPSNBODF*O IFSFDFJWFEUIF /BUJPOBM'PPUCBMM'PVOEBUJPOhT(FO3PCFSU3 /FZMBOE0VUTUBOEJOH"%"XBSE BOEJO was named the Athletic Director of the Year for Division IAA Central Division. Kowalczyk is also in the midst of serving a four-year term POUIF/"$%"&YFDVUJWF$PVODJMSFQSFTFOUJOH District 7.
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