What they're saying about Megan Franklin
What they're saying about Megan Franklin
The addition of Megan Franklin as Director of Athletics at UNI is already stirring excitement in the athletics community. Find out what Franklin’s peers have said about her hire.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for Megan, and I am thrilled for her and for UNI. The sustained level of excellence we are developing in the classroom, competition and community at Drake has been a team effort, of which Megan has been an integral member. I have no doubt she will significantly influence Panther Athletics, the University of Northern Iowa, and the Cedar Valley." -Brian Hardin, Director of Athletics, Drake University
“It was great to support the University of Northern Iowa on their search for a new Director of Athletics. Congratulations to Megan Franklin, who has built a great reputation in the Missouri Valley Conference and the state of Iowa during her tenure at Drake.” -Kyle Bowlsby, Founder and President, Bowlsby Sports Advisors
“I love UNI and think the world of the people that work here. Megan’s coming in with just the fresh ideas. She knows the people that are here. She values the success that they've had, the values of this institution, the family atmosphere. She's just gonna come in with a different set of skills from a variety of other institutions and apply that here.” -Christina Roybal, Vice President/Director of Athletics, Northern Kentucky University
"Megan Franklin is the right person at the right time to serve as the Director of Athletics at the University of Northern Iowa. I firmly believe that she is well equipped to embrace the challenges and opportunities that come along with this role. I know our talented coaches, support staff and student-athletes will appreciate Megan's style and her commitment to elevating all of our programs to greater heights. I would ask that Panthers everywhere, the entire UNI community and the Cedar Valley join me in enthusiastically supporting Megan as she helps usher in an exciting time for UNI Athletics." -Bob Bowlsby, UNI Athletics & Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame Inductee
“Northern Iowa has selected an exemplary leader for its athletics department in Megan Franklin. I have come to know Megan through a variety of leadership opportunities and interactions that have clearly demonstrated to me the principled values and integrity that guide her in our field of college athletics administration. Making a difference in the lives of student-athletes and providing sound guidance to her coaches and staff will undoubtedly be a focus as she leads the Panthers in the years ahead. Congratulations and best of luck to Megan and Northern Iowa.” -Mike Bobinski, Executive Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Purdue University
“I think the world of Megan Franklin. I believe she is an excellent choice for UNI. She is passionate, very smart and driven to do what is right for the student-athletes. This is a tremendous hire by UNI.” -Trev Alberts, Director of Athletics, Texas A&M University
"I want to congratulate the University of Northern Iowa on selecting Megan Franklin as its next athletic director. Megan embodies the essence of what it means to be a great administrator. She puts student-athlete success first and will support all of her coaches and staff in winning on the fields of play. She also brings the ability to connect with fans, donors and those in Cedar Falls and the state of Iowa." -Warde Manuel, Director of Athletics, University of Michigan
