July 27, 2011
AD Bill Chaves to Serve as Chair of NCAA Administration Cabinet
The value, image and visibility of Eastern Washington University continues to expand on a national scale, as EWU Athletic Director Bill Chaves has been elected chair of the NCAA Administration Cabinet for the 2011-12 academic year.
The cabinet, which consists of 21 members from various
Division I institutions and conference offices, is responsible for
administrative functions within Division I athletics, including
governance issues, review of applications for reclassification to
Division I status, and all committee selections.
"I look forward to continuing to represent the Big Sky
Conference in the NCAA's governance structure, as well as working
with a talented group of professionals who do a tremendous job in
carrying out the duties of this Cabinet,” said Chaves.
Chaves has served as the Big Sky representative on the NCAA
Administration Cabinet for the past three years. Upon entering his
fourth and final year of service, he was elected chair of the
esteemed governing group. His term will conclude in June
2012.
