STATESBORO, Ga. – Following four and a half years of unprecedented growth and success, Georgia Southern University today announced that Director of Athletics Jared Benko will depart to become Executive Deputy Director of Athletics at Auburn University. Since joining Georgia Southern in March 2020, Benko has transformed the Athletics Department through record-breaking fundraising, capital project initiatives and historic athletic achievements.
"Jared's visionary leadership has been transformational for Georgia Southern Athletics," said Georgia Southern University President Dr. Kyle Marrero. "From his fundraising success to his commitment to competitive and academic excellence, his impact will benefit our student-athletes, coaches and fans for decades.