NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State University Interim President Aondover Tarhule has named Dr. Jeri Beggs to serve as interim athletics director, effective May 1.
Beggs, a professor in Illinois State's Department of Marketing, brings a long history of service to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), and Illinois State.
"Dr. Beggs brings a wealth of experience in athletics governance to her new role," Tarhule said. "She also brings a deep dedication to our student-athletes. I am confident in her leadership and know she will work collaboratively with Athletics staff as well as internal and external partners, and be a strong advocate for our programs within the community and the MVC.