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Search for Illiinois State's next director of athletics progressing toward finish

Jeri Beggs has served as ISU’s interim director of athletics since May 1, 2023 after the resignation from the position of Kyle Brennan.

Illinois State interim director of athletics Jeri Beggs (left) and deputy director of athletics/external operations Paul Kabbes met with the media in late August, 2024 at Hancock Stadium.

Chris Coplan, ISU’s director of media relations and strategic communications, said a national confidential search for ISU’s next director of athletics began last fall.

According to Coplan, an initial round of interviews is expected to take place in January with candidates invited to campus in February.