Overview

• Walker was unveiled in Logan as USU’s 13th vice president and director of athletics after a months-long national search.
• He brings legal training and a decade of administrative experience at Utah Valley, UCF, and Tennessee, where he oversaw key NIL initiatives.
• In opening remarks, he named three priorities: put student-athletes first, operate with integrity, and relentlessly pursue departmental goals.
• He outlined a revenue strategy that extends beyond donations to include ticket sales, concessions, and more engaging in-venue experiences.
• With USU preparing to enter the reimagined Pac-12, Walker urged alumni and local fans to stay connected, attend events, and invest in the program.