Penn State Intercom......January 16, 2003

Director sought for
Morgan Academic
Support Center

The vice provost for Undergraduate Education and International Programs announces a national search for the director for the Morgan Academic Support Center for Student-Athletes (MASCSA). The position will become available April 1, in connection with the impending retirement of Diana Kenepp.

The position reports directly to the vice provost for Undergraduate Education and International Programs and will oversee the administration and supervision of the center's comprehensive academic programs and services. Responsibilities include strategic planning; budgets; supervision and evaluation of staff; monitoring and tracking academic eligibility; generation of NCAA, institutional and conference academic reports; supervision of data management and research efforts; participation on the University Faculty Senate Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics and other University committees; administration of programs to further enhance the cultural diversity mission of the University; and administration and supervision of the internship program.

The position requires an individual who has an impeccable record of integrity, commitment to the values of higher education and significant administrative experience, and is able to lead and work well with others. Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of NCAA, conference and institutional policies, rules and regulations. A master's degree is required and the salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

R. Scott Kretchmar will chair the search committee, which will begin reviewing applications Feb. 3 and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations or letters of application and resume should be sent to R. Scott Kretchmar, chair, Search Committee for the Director of MASCSA, 415 Old Main, Pos. # IC-14802, University Park, PA 16802.

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