CIAA Membership Update: Bluefield State University joining league; Chowan dropped

The Board approved the addition of Bluefield State University as a full member, effective July 1, 2023. Bluefield brings 13 sports for conference competition, with intentions to start bowling and will be added to all CIAA composite schedules next fall. They currently sponsor 19 sports overall. In addition, after an associate membership in football, the Board voted to discontinue Chowan University’s affiliation with the CIAA. Chowan’s membership with the CIAA dates back to 2008. These decisions reflect the direction of the conference regarding membership growth and stability.