By: Pac-12 Conference
The six universities unite to drive development, publicity and worth for the legacy and
model of the 100-year-old convention, its member establishments and student-athletes
SAN RAMON, CA (September 12, 2024) – The Pac-12 Conference Board of Directors voted unanimously to confess Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, and San Diego State University, four revered establishments celebrated for his or her achievements in each teachers and athletics, to the Pac-12 Conference efficient July 1, 2026. Competition will start for all convention sports activities in the 2026-27 educational yr.
Following the overview of the formal written functions from the four universities, Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould and the convention Board of Directors strategically evaluated every college’s software utilizing 5 prioritized measures and established standards which included teachers and athletics efficiency; media and model analysis; dedication to athletics success; geography and logistics; tradition and student-athlete welfare.
“For over a century, the Pac-12 Conference has been recognized as a leading brand in intercollegiate athletics,” Commissioner Teresa Gould acknowledged. “We will continue to pursue bold cutting-edge opportunities for growth and progress, to best serve our member institutions and student-athletes. I am thankful to our board for their efforts to welcome Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, and San Diego State University to the conference. An exciting new era for the Pac-12 Conference begins today.”
The Pac-12 Conference has a legacy of excellence in athletics and teachers. It has produced championship-caliber people each on and off the sector and can proceed its lineage with the additions of Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, and San Diego State University.
Oregon State University President Jayathi Murthy and Washington State University President Kirk Schulz added in a joint assertion: “We are honored to welcome the distinguished leadership of Boise State University President Dr. Marlene Tromp, Colorado State University President Amy Parsons, California State University, Fresno President Dr. Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval, and San Diego State University President Dr. Adela de la Torre to the Pac-12 Board of Directors. We eagerly anticipate their uniquely insightful contributions during this transformative era for the conference and collegiate athletics.”
United with Oregon State and Washington State Universities, the four new members of the convention acknowledge the significance of strategic and progressive pondering. All six are dedicated to taking unconventional approaches to make sure the success of the convention and its member establishments in addition to offering unbelievable experiences for student-athletes.
Oregon State University and Washington State University are at the moment working as members of the Pac-12 Conference as a part of a NCAA two-year grace interval and can proceed to take action for the 2025-26 educational season earlier than the four new members formally be a part of. The collective six universities will collaboratively chart further membership and different future convention issues.
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