https://athletics.cmu.edu en-us https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/banquet2026 The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics hosted its annual awards banquet on Wednesday, April 29 to celebrate the year and the accomplishments of the senior student-athletes. The event was hosted in Simmons Auditorium in the Tepper Quad. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/banquet2026 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/belowich-cscaa Former Carnegie Mellon University men’s and women’s swimming and diving coach Dr. David Belowich was honored by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) this week when it announced 21 members in the Class of 2026 for the Division III Hall of Fame. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/belowich-cscaa https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/cmist-news From competing on the field, court, course, and pool to engaging with intellectual pursuits in the classroom, student-athletes bring unique perspectives to the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Strategy and Technology (CMIST). Rather than treating athletics and academics as competing priorities, student-athletes describe a reinforcing relationship between the two. Interviews with a cross-section of CMIST athletes reveal a pattern: The same skills that drive performance in competition also shape how students engage with complex, interdisciplinary coursework. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/cmist-news https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadspring26 A total of 67 Carnegie Mellon University student-athletes were named to the University Athletic Association’s (UAA) All-Academic Recognition list for the spring sports teams, as announced by the Association on April 16. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadspring26 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaahalloffame26 Sixteen women and men etched their names into history as 2026 Richard A. Rasmussen UAA Hall of Fame honorees. This year’s class marks just the second full class in the Hall of Fame, which began on June 4, 2024, with then retiring UAA Executive Director Dick Rasmussen selected as the namesake and the lone inductee. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaahalloffame26 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadwinter26 A total of 41 Carnegie Mellon University student-athletes were named to the University Athletic Association’s (UAA) All-Academic Recognition list for the winter sports teams, as announced by the league office. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadwinter26 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/leadership_development_grant Carnegie Mellon University Athletics has received a $150,000 grant from an anonymous charitable organization to support and expand inclusive leadership development, mentoring, mental skills programming, and networking opportunities for Carnegie Mellon student-athletes. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/leadership_development_grant https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/fallacademics25 The fall athletics season was highlighted by four team NCAA Championship appearances and six nationally-ranked winter and spring teams, while the Tartans continued to excel in the classroom. An impressive 156 student-athletes achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, and 67% earned a GPA of 3.50 or higher. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/fallacademics25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/academic_celebration In its 12th year celebrating academic and athletic achievement on Reading Day, the Carnegie Mellon Department of Athletics welcomed faculty and staff to the annual Student-Athlete Academic Achievement Celebration on Wednesday, December 10. The event honored 34 of the highest-achieving juniors and seniors across all colleges and athletics teams. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/academic_celebration https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/swimrec_hires The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics is proud to welcome Caileigh Purcell and Lauren Rohde as full-time assistant coaches for the men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams. Purcell will also take on the role of Coordinator of Aquatics while Rohde will be the Assistant Coordinator of Aquatics. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/swimrec_hires https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadfall25 A total of 58 Carnegie Mellon University student-athletes were named to the University Athletic Association’s (UAA) All-Academic Recognition list for the fall sports teams, as announced Tuesday, October 14. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/uaaacadfall25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/facilities Carnegie Mellon University Athletics completed two significant capital projects this August: the full replacement of its outdoor tennis courts and the installation of a new synthetic turf field at Gesling Stadium. These upgrades highlight the university’s continued investment in enhancing the experience of varsity student-athletes, recreational users, and the campus community. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/facilities https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/OMP Carnegie Mellon Athletics is collaborating with Optimize Mind Performance (OMP) to provide student-athletes with additional resources focused on mental skills and performance. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/OMP https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/shipehire The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics hired Katherine Shipe as a full-time athletic trainer. Shipe comes to Pittsburgh from Penn State New Kensington where she served as an athletic trainer since November 2024. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/shipehire https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/flosports_uaa FloSports and the University Athletic Association (UAA) have entered into an exclusive five-year media rights agreement that will begin in the fall of 2025, bringing eight elite universities to the FloCollege platform. Through the agreement, FloSports will provide a global platform to live stream over 650 regular-season and postseason events annually. The partnership further reinforces FloSports commitment to supporting Division III athletics adding a sixth to the FloCollege portfolio. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/flosports_uaa https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/eastcomm_fisher Carnegie Mellon University is proud to announce that Mark Fisher, its Director of Athletics Communications, has been named a co-recipient of the 2025 Irving T. Marsh Service Bureau Award by the Eastern Athletic Communications Association (EAST-COMM). The honor, named for the longtime New York Herald Tribune sports editor, is presented annually to members who have made significant contributions to the profession through excellence in service, leadership, and dedication to the advancement of athletic communications. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/eastcomm_fisher https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaahalloffame25 Thirty-six women and men made history as inductees into the first full class of the Richard A. Rasmussen UAA Hall of Fame with Rebecca Fruehan '96 of women's swimming and diving and Aaron Lewis '07 of football representing Carnegie Mellon University. The Hall of Fame began on June 4, 2024, with retiring UAA Executive Director Dick Rasmussen selected as the namesake and the only inductee. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaahalloffame25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupfinal The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics finished 16th in the 2024-25 Division III Learfield Directors’ Cup standings, as announced by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). Carnegie Mellon totaled 720.50 points to record its fourth straight finish in the top 16 in the 30-year history of the Learfield Directors’ Cup. Prior to four years ago, Carnegie Mellon’s highest finish was 23rd following the 2017-18 school year. The Tartans are one of five University Athletic Association institutions to crack the top 20 in the standings. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupfinal https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/directorscupfinal The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics finished 16th in the 2025-26 Division III Learfield Directors’ Cup standings, as announced by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). This is the second straight year Carnegie Mellon finished 16th and fifth consecutive year to finish in the top 16 in the 31-year history of the Learfield Directors’ Cup, as the Tartan ended this year with 699.00 points. Prior to five years ago, Carnegie Mellon’s highest finish was 23rd following the 2017-18 school year. The Tartans are one of five University Athletic Association institutions to crack the top 20 in the standings. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2025-2026/directorscupfinal https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/springacademics25 It was a terrific spring semester for Carnegie Mellon Athletics, as nine teams earned NCAA Championship appearances during the winter and spring seasons—while Tartans continued to shine in the classroom. An impressive 147 student-athletes achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, and nearly two-thirds posted a GPA of 3.50 or higher, exemplifying the department’s commitment to excellence on and off the field. Wed, 28 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/springacademics25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaaacadspring25 A total of 40 Carnegie Mellon University student-athletes were named to the University Athletic Association’s (UAA) All-Academic Recognition list for the spring sports teams, as announced by the Association on May 6. Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaaacadspring25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/banquet2025 The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics hosted its annual awards banquet on Wednesday, April 30 to celebrate the year and the accomplishments of the senior student-athletes. The event was hosted in Simmons Auditorium in the Tepper Quad. Thu, 01 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/banquet2025 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/vantine Carl VanTine (E’60) knows what it means to bet on yourself—and to have an institution bet on you in return. Now, through a transformative investment in Carnegie Mellon Athletics, Carl is paying it forward with the same spirit of generosity, gratitude, and vision that shaped his journey. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/vantine https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupwinter The Carnegie Mellon University Department of Athletics is 13th in the final winter Division III Learfield Directors’ Cup standings, as announced by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). Carnegie Mellon totaled 491.50 points through the fall and winter seasons. The Tartans are one of five University Athletic Association institutions to crack the top 13 in the standings. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupwinter https://athletics.cmu.edu/sports/mswimdive/2024-25/releases/ncaatitles This weekend, the Carnegie Mellon University men’s swimming and diving program won three national titles — two by sophomore Brayden Morford in the 200-yard individual medley and 100-yard backstroke, and one by the 400-yard medley relay team — and earned All-America honors in nine events to power the team to a sixth-place finish at the 2025 NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships. The finish is the highest since 2005 and tied for the fourth-highest finish in program history. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/sports/mswimdive/2024-25/releases/ncaatitles https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/nacda_adoy Carnegie Mellon University is proud to announce that Josh Centor, its Associate Vice President of Student Affairs and Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation, has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2024-25 National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Athletics Director of the Year (ADOY) Award. This honor celebrates Centor's outstanding leadership, dedication to student-athletes, and transformative impact on the Carnegie Mellon athletics program. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/nacda_adoy https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaaacadwinter25 A total of 105 Carnegie Mellon University student-athletes were named to the University Athletic Association’s (UAA) All-Academic Recognition list for the winter sports teams, as announced by the Association on February 27. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/uaaacadwinter25 https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/2024giving Carnegie Mellon’s Giving CMU Day on December 3 was a celebration of community, generosity, and impact—and thanks to the program's incredible donors, it was a game-changer for Tartan Athletics. In just 24 hours, more than 1,600 donors came together to contribute nearly $700,000, ensuring that Carnegie Mellon's student-athletes continue to thrive on and off the field. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/2024giving https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupfall Carnegie Mellon University is eighth in the final fall Division III Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings, as announced by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA). The Tartans totaled 279 points to record their second highest finish following the fall season in the 30-year history of the Learfield Directors’ Cup. After the 2022 fall season, the Tartans ranked sixth. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/directorscupfall https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/fallacademics24 The fall athletics season was highlighted by five team NCAA Championship appearances and eight nationally ranked winter and spring teams, while the Tartans excelled in the classroom. An impressive 163 student-athletes achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, and 59% earned a GPA of 3.50 or higher. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://athletics.cmu.edu/generalnews/2024-2025/fallacademics24