06 | Head of the Class w/ Dr. Kevin Wilson
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In this episode, we speak with, Kevin Wilson who took over the position of Vice President of Advancement, Athletics, and Campus Recreation in July of 2021. Wilson's responsibilities include fundraising for the university, directing the department of athletics, and overseeing the campus recreation center, the Linc.
A proven veteran in both the realms of college athletics and university development, Wilson has experience working at a plethora of different programs, ranging from Historically Black Colleges & Universities to the highest level of NCAA Division I. Wilson's resume boasts success as both a fundraiser and as an athletic administrator, and his vast experience has led to multiple invitations to give presentations at multiple national conferences over the past eight years.
Wilson began his career in college athletics at North Carolina Central University, starting as the Director of Basketball Operations for the men's program before transitioning into a role as a development associate. His first job as an Assistant Athletics Director came at Fayetteville State University, where he oversaw all development and marketing initiatives for the athletic department. Wilson would later return to NC Central in 2014 to become the Associate Athletic Director for Development, leading the department to unprecedented growth in philanthropic giving.
Find out more about Kevin Wilson Here.
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