University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Chancellor Michael Alexander has confirmed that Director of Athletics Charles Guthrie has accepted the athletic director role at Akron University and will be leaving the local university.
Alexander spoke highly of Guthrie, saying “He always puts the student-athlete first. Our athletes, coaches, donors and fans have the utmost respect for what Charles has done for Green Bay Athletics over the last four years. I am sorry to see him leave UW-Green Bay, but only wish him the best in this next exciting chapter of his career.”
Deputy Director of Athletics Jermaine Rolle will serve as interim athletic director until Guthrie’s successor is named.
A national search for Green Bay Athletics 10th athletic director begins immediately.
