Sport: Soccer Country: United States Category: Coaching

FAU hires McCowan as athletic director and VP

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:21 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

FAU hires McCowan as athletic director and VP

Summary

Florida Atlantic University has appointed Josh McCowan as its new vice president and athletic director, as announced on July 31, 2026. The decision comes as the university aims to strengthen its athletic programs and administration. McCowan's experience in collegiate athletics is expected to influence the future direction of FAU's sports teams. Details regarding his initial agenda or goals in this role have not yet been disclosed.

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Key Details

•Josh McCowan hired as FAU vice president and athletic director
•Appointment announced on July 31, 2026
•Aims to strengthen FAU's athletic programs
•Future plans under McCowan remain undisclosed

Latest Updates

8:35 PMESPN NCAAF — FAU hires McCowan as athletic director and VP
8:06 PMYahoo Sports — Florida Atlantic names new athletic director known for fund raising

What they're saying

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Josh McCowan replaces Brian White, who resigned last month to become the athletic director at Virginia Tech, as the Owls' vice president and director of athletics.
— Yahoo Sports