An introduction

First and foremost, I want this space to be a resource for anyone interested in Marshall University's search for a new Athletic Director. As hard as it may be, I will put MY opinion to the side and present the different facts and perspectives on the issue.

In addition to that, there will be things posted here not relating to the AD search from time to time. This blog is part of a new method of teaching the Reporting Public Affairs class at Marshall and will be used to post things related to that class as needed.

Feel free to comment. I feel like this is going to be a VERY informative exercise.


Here is a list of links relating to both Bob Marcum retiring and the search for his replacement from several sources in the Huntington and Charleston markets:

Doug Smock - Charleston Gazette

The Associated Press

Jack Bogazczyk, Sports Editor - Charleston Daily Mail

Anthony Hanshew - The Herald Dispatch

Staff report, The Herald Dispatch

Eastman & Beaudine (the firm hired to help with the search)

This obviously isn't everything that has been said on the issue, but it is a good starting point.

I'm curious about naming an interim AD. Will it be anybody on the private firm's list? Is there going to be a difference of opinion among the Marshall contingent and the group from Eastman & Beaudine? This will all play out in the coming weeks.