Journey of Justin Newell from Wildlife Research through College Athletics to now an Assistant Athletic Director at Kenyon College

By: Kolby Castillo

This episode’s guest is Justin Newell the Assistant Athletic Director for NCAA Compliance and Operations at Kenyon College and CEFMA 2020 - 2021 president. Justin’s path started working in endangered species after graduating college before finding his way into the world of college athletics. He rose through the ranks in college athletics working at schools such as Tulane University, Jacksonville University, Auburn University Montgomery, and Michigan. Through his journey he found a home at the division three level. Justin discusses the lessons he learned through what he describes as the phases in his career. He opens up about his mistakes and how trying to understand himself has helped him be a better leader. 

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