Bowie State University Athletics announced Sept. 2, 2026, that Derric West will return to the department as Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations. West previously served as the university’s Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance from December 2022 through October 2024.
In his new role, West will support the internal operations of Bowie State Athletics and help advance the department’s strategic goals. His background includes NCAA compliance, sport supervision, facilities and event operations, budget management and student-athlete development.
West Returns to Bowie State
During his previous tenure, West provided leadership and oversight for the Bowie State Bulldogs’ NCAA Division II compliance operations while contributing to the administration of a then 13-sport athletics program. He also served as sport administrator for indoor and outdoor track and field, women’s bowling and women’s tennis.
“We are thrilled to welcome Derric West back to Bowie State University and into this important leadership role within athletics,” said Dr. Jolisa Williams, Interim Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation. “Derric brings a strong understanding of our institution, our department, and the standards required to operate a championship-caliber athletics program. His experience, institutional knowledge, and commitment to student-athlete success will be tremendous assets as we continue to strengthen our internal operations and position Bowie State Athletics for sustained success. We look forward to the immediate impact he will make on our department.”
Bowie State Athletics stated that it has 14 varsity sports teams. West said he is excited to rejoin the department as it moves into what he described as a new era.
“I’m really excited about returning to the Bowie State family,” said West. “The department is going through an exciting transformation, and the momentum can be felt throughout the BSU community. The future is bright and I’m looking forward to being part of the new era of Bowie State athletics.”
Recent Division I Administration Experience
West most recently served as Director of Athletic Compliance at the University of Southern California, beginning in October 2024. He led NCAA Division I compliance operations for assigned sports while working within Big Ten and institutional standards.
Before joining USC, West spent more than six years at California State University, Fullerton. He progressed through several athletics administration positions before serving as Associate Athletic Director for Compliance and Facility Event Management.
At Cal State Fullerton, West directed Division I compliance operations and oversaw facilities, event management and facility rentals for 16 varsity programs. He also served as sport supervisor for women’s soccer and managed a $4 million athletics grant-in-aid and financial aid budget.
Education and NCAA Background
West began his NCAA administrative career as a Compliance Assistant at Lafayette College. He holds a Master of Science in Sport Business from Temple University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Derric West returns to Bowie State University Athletics with prior institutional experience and leadership roles at the Division I level. His background in compliance, facilities, event management, sport supervision and athletics budgeting aligns with the internal-operations responsibilities of his new position.
West’s appointment gives the Bowie State Bulldogs an administrator familiar with the department as Bowie State Athletics oversees 14 varsity sports teams. His work will support the department’s stated strategic goals and internal operations.
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