Allison Manwell, Associate Athletic Director - Internal Operations and Senior Woman Administrator at Wabash College, will receive the Emerging Athletics Administrator Award from The National Association of Division III Athletic Administrators (NADIIIAA) on Thursday. Manwell will be recognized at the organization's reception taking place in conjunction with the NCAA Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.
 
Since joining Wabash College as assistant athletics director for internal Operations in May 2022 and her promotion in 2024 to associate athletics director for internal operations and senior woman administrator (SWA), Manwell has demonstrated dedication, leadership, and professional growth. Her collaborative spirit and understanding of Division III athletics make her an effective partner in advancing Wabash College's mission. Manwell's commitment to excellence in compliance, ticket operations, and oversight for volleyball, tennis, and golf ensures that each sport and its coaching staff reflect the institution's values and provide a welcoming experience for student-athletes.
 
In addition to her role as an athletics administrator, Manwell was recently selected for the Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) Leadership Academy. This year-long program is designed to cultivate leadership talent across Indiana's private colleges and includes participants identified by their institutions as emerging leaders. Her selection for this program reflects Wabash College's confidence in her leadership potential and dedication to the institution's future.
 
With her work as an athletics administrator, her leadership, and her commitment to professional development, Manwell is a bright spot in and great representative of Division III.