NC State AD Debbie Yow’s STATEMENT on FBI Investigation

After NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson released a statement and timeline of the FBI’s investigation into college basketball, Wolfpack Atheltic Director Debbie Yow released a statement of her own:

Dear Wolfpack Nation,

Earlier today, Chancellor Woodson shared an update on current developments in the men’s basketball world and NC State’s connection with the federal investigation. I encourage you to read his statement to learn about the proactive and transparent steps taken by our University.

That communication references a timeline and collaborative effort to be proactive and as transparent as possible, as we cooperate fully with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York. We’ve worked consistently to establish a culture of compliance and accountability within NC State Athletics. When that culture is threatened, we will always act with integrity.

There has been an intentional, consistent emphasis regarding the expectation that all NCAA rules and regulations be followed by all athletics coaches and staff. We provide ongoing education in this area and go to great lengths to reinforce a culture of compliance.

Our theme is described as follows:
Establish the Culture
Reinforce the Culture
Act with integrity when the Culture is threatened.

We refer to this as “ERA” and everyone in our department understands and is expected to abide by this standard of behavior.

As we continue to cooperate in this investigation, we have encouraged our coaches and staff to focus on their excellent commitment to our student-athletes and University.

Our student-athletes posted the highest Graduation Success Rate in program history this Fall and they are excelling in the classroom, as well as in competition. We’re currently No. 5 nationally in the Learfield Directors’ Cup standings and have had 14 of 15 programs reach their NCAA Championships.

Momentum is precious. We must stay grounded and focused everyday on our culture, and make wise choices as often as possible.

NC State has outstanding leadership on our campus, and a community of people committed to operating with integrity. We in Athletics are committed to that culture.

In the Spirit of the Pack,

Debbie Yow
Director of Athletics (Link)