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UNCW Adds Klekner-Alt To Staff

WILMINGTON, N.C. -UNCW has announced the hiring of Kiersten Klekner-Alt as Associate Athletic Director for Compliance. Klekner-Alt brings a wealth of experience in NCAA compliance and student-athlete programming, most recently serving as Associate Athletic Director and Director of Compliance at Youngstown State.

 "Kiersten is a tremendous addition to our leadership team," said Michael Oblinger, Director of Athletics. "Her experience at multiple institutions and her deep understanding of NCAA legislation will be critical as we navigate the evolving NCAA and compliance environment. Her role is foundational to ensuring our coaches, staff, and student-athletes are supported and educated, and that we continue to operate with transparency and accountability."

"I'm incredibly grateful to Michael, Stacy, and the hiring committee for their consideration and trust in my abilities," said Klekner-Alt. "I also want to thank Youngstown State for their support throughout this process. This opportunity means a lot and I'm honored to join UNCW's dedicated staff."

In her role at Youngstown State, Klekner-Alt led the department's NCAA compliance office, acting as the primary compliance liaison for football and a handful of Olympic sports. She oversaw student-athlete programming and served as the sport supervisor for the golf and swimming & diving programs.

Prior to her tenure at Youngstown State, Klekner-Alt served as Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator at Eastern Illinois, where she oversaw NCAA compliance and served as an adjunct professor for sports law.

Klekner-Alt holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences with joint honors in philosophy and political science from the University of Ottawa, graduating with Cum Laude honors. She earned her Juris Doctor from the Southern Illinois School of Law in 2018.

"We are thrilled to welcome Kiersten Klekner-Alt to the UNCW family," said Stacy Kosciak, Deputy AD, Chief Operating Officer, SWA at UNCW." Her extensive experience in NCAA compliance and commitment to student-athlete development make her an invaluable addition to our team. In the ever-changing landscape of Division I college athletics, having a leader like Kiersten ensures that we remain proactive and dedicated to upholding the highest standards of integrity and excellence."

Klekner-Alt's appointment underscores UNCW's commitment to fostering a culture of compliance and supporting the holistic development of its student-athletes. 
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