Indiana State names new athletics director
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Indiana State University on Wednesday announced Nathan Christensen as the university’s next director of athletics. Christensen comes to the Terre Haute campus from South Dakota State University, where he served as senior associate athletic director of development.
New ISU President Mike Godard said in a news release that naming a new athletic director was a priority when he began his tenure earlier this month.
“In addition to Nathan’s extensive professional experience in intercollegiate athletics, I was impressed by his values and mission-based approach to support our student-athletes,” Godard said. “His emphasis on community engagement aligns well with Indiana State’s mission. I am confident Nathan will help usher in a new era of Sycamore Athletics, engaging our students, alumni, community, fans, and donors.”
During his tenure at San Diego State University, Christensen secured the university’s first endowed head coach position and helped lead a $42 million fundraising effort.
In addition to serving on the president’s cabinet and overseeing the university’s athletic programs, ISU said Christensen will continue building the Crossroad of Champions program, which focuses on name, image and likeness opportunities for student-athletes.
“I look forward to working in alignment with university leadership, campus partners, and my colleagues as we strive for excellence across the board to create an incredible experience for our student-athletes,” Christensen said. “My family and I are thrilled to build meaningful relationships with our student-athletes, coaches, staff, and the entire community to elevate Indiana State University and Sycamore Athletics.”
Christensen will begin his new role on July 1. The university plans to officially introduce him at a public event, details of which will be announced soon.
Christensen succeeds Sherard Clinkscales, who stepped down at the end of last year to pursue other opportunities. Senior associate athletics director Angie Lansing has held the position on an interim basis since January.