Coppin State Announces Derek Carter as Director of Athletics

BALTIMORE, Maryland – Coppin State University President Dr. Maria Thompson announced on Friday, July 29, 2016 the appointment of Mr. Derek Carter to the position of Director of Athletics effective September 1, 2016.

Mr. Carter currently serves as Director of Athletics at Montgomery College in Rockville, MD and has served in the same capacity at Delaware State University and Bowie State University.  He received his bachelor's degree in Marketing Education from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a master's degree in Sport Management from University of Tennessee-Knoxville.

Interim Athletic Director Mrs. Alecia Shields-Gadson will continue to serve the university as Associate Athletic Director.

For more information on Eagle athletics and recreation please visit www.coppinstatesports.com.

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