Reed Named Athletic Director at Prairie View A&M University
6/17/2020 2:38:00β―PM | General
BUFFALO, NY - University at Buffalo Senior Associate Athletic Director Dr. Donald Reed has been hired as the Athletic Director at Prairie View A&M University, school president Ruth J. Simmons announced on Wednesday. A Texas native, Reed had been part of the UB Athletics leadership team since 2007.
"I'm extremely excited for Dr. Donald Reed," UB Athletic Director Mark Alnutt said.Β "He is an experienced leader in collegiate athletics and very prepared to lead Prairie View A&M's athletic department.Β I look forward to seeing that program reach new heights academically and athletically over the coming years.Β Donald has been very instrumental in our successes in the classroom, out in the community and on the fields of play since he arrived at UB in 2007.Β We will miss Donald and his family here in Buffalo and wish them all of the best with this next chapter in their lives."Β Β
Reed has a wide range of experiences in strategic planning, budget management, policy-making, and athletics leadership. In addition, he has in-depth knowledge of NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) and Federal Graduation Rate (FGR) guidelines and best practices. While at UB, he achieved a record 13 consecutive semesters of 97 percent of teams achieving a GPA above 3.0. Reed is also actively involved in the NCAA Legislative review process.
Reed holds a Ph.D. in Educational Management and Development from New Mexico State University, a Master of Science degree in Education and Sport Administration from the University of North Texas, and a B.B.A in Marketing from the University of North Texas. He has previously served as Associate Athletic Director at Iowa State and Managing Director of Developmental Programs at Arizona State University. Having also served as adjunct faculty at Buffalo and Iowa State University, he is well aware of the academic challenges that athletes can face.
Dr. Timothy Sams, Vice President for Student Affairs at PVAMU, said, "Among a competitive field of candidates, Dr. Reed impressed the Search Committee with his record of accomplishments, breadth of experience, commitment to student athletes, and managerial acumen. These attributes will greatly benefit our athletics program."
As Athletic Director, Reed will report to the President and serve as a member of the President's Executive Leadership Team. He will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, fiscal affairs, staffing, fundraising and promotions, athletics facilities, intercollegiate athletics regulatory compliance, and general operations, along with the overall culture and management of the athletics department. He will also provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for the 18-sport National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I FCS intercollegiate athletics program, supervise a full and part-time staff, and manage a $17 million operating budget.
Reed will work closely with multiple internal and external constituencies to advance PVAMU's strategic objectives and goals, representing the university to the NCAA and the Southwest Athletic Conference (SWAC).
"UB will always hold a very special place in my heart," Reed said. "The campus and surrounding community welcomed and embraced me and my family immediately. I would like to thank the UB Athletics staff, campus faculty, staff, and administration for their support. I will remain a huge fan and supporter. Megan and I are Forever Bulls!"
Reed will be transitioning from his position at UB over the coming weeks and is expected to be on the Prairie View A&M campus the second week in July.
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"I'm extremely excited for Dr. Donald Reed," UB Athletic Director Mark Alnutt said.Β "He is an experienced leader in collegiate athletics and very prepared to lead Prairie View A&M's athletic department.Β I look forward to seeing that program reach new heights academically and athletically over the coming years.Β Donald has been very instrumental in our successes in the classroom, out in the community and on the fields of play since he arrived at UB in 2007.Β We will miss Donald and his family here in Buffalo and wish them all of the best with this next chapter in their lives."Β Β
Reed has a wide range of experiences in strategic planning, budget management, policy-making, and athletics leadership. In addition, he has in-depth knowledge of NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) and Federal Graduation Rate (FGR) guidelines and best practices. While at UB, he achieved a record 13 consecutive semesters of 97 percent of teams achieving a GPA above 3.0. Reed is also actively involved in the NCAA Legislative review process.
Reed holds a Ph.D. in Educational Management and Development from New Mexico State University, a Master of Science degree in Education and Sport Administration from the University of North Texas, and a B.B.A in Marketing from the University of North Texas. He has previously served as Associate Athletic Director at Iowa State and Managing Director of Developmental Programs at Arizona State University. Having also served as adjunct faculty at Buffalo and Iowa State University, he is well aware of the academic challenges that athletes can face.
Dr. Timothy Sams, Vice President for Student Affairs at PVAMU, said, "Among a competitive field of candidates, Dr. Reed impressed the Search Committee with his record of accomplishments, breadth of experience, commitment to student athletes, and managerial acumen. These attributes will greatly benefit our athletics program."
As Athletic Director, Reed will report to the President and serve as a member of the President's Executive Leadership Team. He will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, fiscal affairs, staffing, fundraising and promotions, athletics facilities, intercollegiate athletics regulatory compliance, and general operations, along with the overall culture and management of the athletics department. He will also provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for the 18-sport National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I FCS intercollegiate athletics program, supervise a full and part-time staff, and manage a $17 million operating budget.
Reed will work closely with multiple internal and external constituencies to advance PVAMU's strategic objectives and goals, representing the university to the NCAA and the Southwest Athletic Conference (SWAC).
"UB will always hold a very special place in my heart," Reed said. "The campus and surrounding community welcomed and embraced me and my family immediately. I would like to thank the UB Athletics staff, campus faculty, staff, and administration for their support. I will remain a huge fan and supporter. Megan and I are Forever Bulls!"
Reed will be transitioning from his position at UB over the coming weeks and is expected to be on the Prairie View A&M campus the second week in July.
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