Schroeder-Biek director of athletics at St. Mary’s
Published 6:01 pm Wednesday, December 3, 2008
By Staff
NOTRE DAME, Ind. – Saint Mary's College has a new director of athletics and recreation. Karen Johnson, Vice President for Student Affairs, announced today that Julie Schroeder-Biek '88, who has served as the acting director since September, accepted the position.
"Julie has a great depth of knowledge about athletics management and also about Saint Mary's in general," Johnson commented. "Her vision will lead the program forward and will provide leadership for our teams and our athletes."
As director, Schroeder-Biek will manage the daily operations of the department, which boasts eight NCAA Division III varsity sports and the intramural program. As a student Schroeder-Biek played volleyball and holds the school record for block assists in a season with 137.
She just completed her 15th season as the varsity volleyball coach at the college. With her new appointment, she will be stepping down from her coaching position to focus solely on her duties as director of athletics.
"I am very excited to be taking the lead in the athletic department," Schroeder-Biek said about her new position. "I love this department. Athletics at Saint Mary's have been a part of my life for so many years. I am looking forward to the opportunity to continue moving this department in the right direction."