Lindenwood Athletics Announces Staff Development Programming Fund

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ST. CHARLES, Mo. – Lindenwood University Athletics has announced a new initiative aimed at enhancing the professional development of our dedicated staff. The professional growth of staff supports the goal of providing the highest quality support and guidance, which is essential for the success and well-being of our student-athletes both on and off the field.

“Throughout my career, I have been afforded the opportunity to take part in professional development opportunities that have helped shape my thoughts and beliefs today,” said Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Jason Coomer. “These opportunities have made me a better administrator and has allowed me to provide a heightened student-athlete experience by implementing those lessons learned. Ongoing professional development and networking for our staff is critical to the overall success of our department. I would like to ask for your support and join my wife Stosha and me in contributing to this fund.”



The goal of this fund is to provide professional development opportunities to staff in an effort to provide better support to student-athletes while also establishing Lindenwood Athletics as an industry leader in staff development. 

Griffin Manning, coordinator for Athletic Compliance, recently attended the NCAA Regional Rules Seminar in Las Vegas, Nev. In just over a year at Lindenwood, Manning learned new and innovative tactics that he can utilize in his role in NCAA Compliance as well as the evolving NIL world.

“Professional development has been a game changer for my young career,” said Griffin. “Being provided with chances to enhance my expertise and grow my network are opportunities I don’t take for granted.” 

We are asking our community of Lions supporters to join us in this important initiative. Your contributions will help us provide ongoing training, development opportunities, and resources for our staff, ensuring they remain at the forefront of their fields and continue to foster an environment of excellence for our student-athletes.

Professional Development Opportunities:

Women’s Leaders in Sports

National Association of Collegiate Director of Athletics (NACDA)

Mental Health Counseling programming

Nutrition Education

NACDA Young Professional development opportunities

NCAA Convention

NCAA Regional Rules Seminar

Sport Management Institute

College Sports Communicators

Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium

Sport Marketing Association Conference

College Athletic Trainers Society

National Strength and Conditioning Conference

Collegiate Athletics Leadership Symposium

National Association of Academic and Student-Athletes Development Professionals

Everyone who donates to a Lindenwood Athletics program becomes part of our Lions Booster Club. Learn more about the benefits and membership here at Lions Booster Club. If you have any questions, please reach out to the University Advancement office at advancement@lindenwood.edu or 636-949-4424.

To learn more about how you can support this initiative, please visit Lindenwood Athletics Staff Development Programming (idonate.com).

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