A panel of four individuals with close ties to Division II has been chosen to review applications and eventually select the first set of winners in the NCAA Strategic Alliance Matching Grant Enhancement Program.
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| Alfreeda Goff |
Before joining the Midwestern Collegiate Conference staff in 1998, Goff served as director of athletics at Virginia State University for four years. Herbert previously was president of the University of North Florida. Johnson formerly served as NCAA director of professional development, while Mitchell was NCAA Division II chief of staff.
The concept of a blue-ribbon committee was discussed at the October meeting of the NCAA Division II Presidents Council. The presidents were concerned that a selection body made up of Division II representatives would be faced with conflict-of-interest appearances, no matter how well-motivated the group might be. As an alternative, the presidents suggested a selection group composed of individuals who have a history, but no current relationship, with Division II.
The diversity grant program is designed to promote and support ethnic and gender diversity within Division II athletics programs. Interested institutions or conference offices may submit proposals that encourage ethnic minority and gender participation in employment, educational opportunities, scholarships or through such activities as training sessions or workshops.
The grants are funded for three years with diminishing funding contributions by the NCAA. The Association will fund 75 percent of the grant for the first year, 50 percent in the second year and 25 percent in the third. Total funding for the first year is $250,000.
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