New contract for U of M President David Rudd means continued emphasis on athletics
M. David Rudd is putting his stamp on the University of Memphis with hires like Laird Veatch (at right, in suit), the new Tigers athletic director. “What I have found over the years," Veatch has said in reference to Rudd, "is the importance of having a strong president who understands not only the importance of, but also the intricacies of, the athletic department.” (Jonah Jordan/Daily Memphian)
Rudd said the visibility of athletics has certainly helped with fundraising for the University of Memphis.
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Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
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