Dr. Ivana Rich-Leitner is stepping down as VP of Athletics at Edward Waters, according to a release issued by the school on Tuesday. Her resignation is effective September 1.
Rich-Leitner joined Edward Waters in October 2022 and has been a member of the university’s executive leadership team for nearly three years. The university expressed gratitude for her service and extended best wishes for her future endeavors.
In the interim, Ashley Conner, Deputy Athletics Director, and Derrick Burroughs, former Athletics Director at Lane College, will serve as Co-Vice Presidents for Intercollegiate Athletics, effective immediately.
A national search will begin immediately to find a replacement.
EWU’s athletic program is the only NCAA Division II HBCU in Florida.
