CHICAGO – The UIC Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has named Scott Chipman its new Deputy Athletics Director, it was announced Tuesday.
 
In his role with the Flames, Chipman will serve on the department's Senior Leadership Team, helping guide the overall management, strategic planning and day-to-day operations of UIC Athletics. He will work closely with Director of Athletics Andrea Williams to provide high-level oversight, advance departmental priorities and support the continued growth and success of UIC's 18 varsity programs and more than 300 student-athletes.
 
Chipman will also serve as sport administrator for the UIC men's basketball and volleyball programs, while acting as a department liaison across campus, the University of Illinois System and the Missouri Valley Conference.
 
"Scott is a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record of success at every level," Williams said. "His extensive experience in college athletics, combined with his work on the global stage, will be invaluable as we continue to elevate UIC Athletics. Scott's strategic mindset, commitment to student-athlete success and ability to build meaningful relationships make him a tremendous addition to our leadership team."
 
"I'm so appreciative of Chancellor Miranda and our Director of Athletics, Andrea Williams, for the opportunity to join a Flames athletics department with such strong momentum and a clear vision for excellence," Chipman said. "UIC offers an outstanding environment for student-athletes to thrive athletically, academically and personally, and I'm excited to help advance that mission. I look forward to working closely with Andrea and our campus and community partners to strengthen daily operations, support our student-athletes, coaches and staff, and elevate the success of our Flames programs at both the conference and national levels."
 
Chipman has been a strategic leader within both intercollegiate athletics and international sport for more than 25 years. Most recently, he served as a consultant at DePaul University, partnering with athletics leadership to enhance the visibility of the Blue Demons' men's basketball program, while strengthening fan engagement and expanding its supporter base.
 
Prior to DePaul, Chipman was Senior Director of Stakeholder Experiences at the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), where he led the strategy and execution of Team USA's premier events. He oversaw immersive experiences for athletes, alumni, sponsors, donors and fans, including the Team USA House at the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, delivering 29 days of programming for more than 25,000 guests. His portfolio also included the Team USA Welcome Experience, White House Visit and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
 
Before his time with the USOPC, Chipman spent more than two decades with the Big Ten Conference, most recently as Vice President of Basketball & Football Events and Operations. In that role, he directed all operational aspects of the Big Ten Football Championship Game and the conference's men's and women's basketball tournaments, while also creating premium fan experiences and large-scale ancillary events that elevated the conference's national profile. He managed multimillion-dollar budgets, led host city bid processes and advised institutional leadership on key strategic and operational decisions.
 
Earlier, Chipman served as Associate Commissioner for Communications, acting as the conference's primary spokesperson and overseeing media operations for major championships. He played a role in several transformative initiatives, including the launch of the Big Ten Network, conference expansion and the implementation of instant replay in collegiate football.
 
Chipman began his professional career as a graduate assistant in the sports information office at his alma mater, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, before joining the NFL's Chicago Bears as a public relations assistant for nearly two years, leading into his tenure at the Big Ten.
 
A two-time UIUC graduate, Chipman earned his bachelor's degree in journalism in 1997 and a master's degree in sport management in 1999. He and his wife, Heather, have four children: Braden, Sydney, Alexis and Mason.
 
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