Wilkes University Athletics

With over 40 years of experience at Wilkes University, having served in various roles in student and academic affairs since 1979, Adams was an integral part of the growth of Colonel athletics. Most recently, Adams served as Vice President of Student Affairs before retiring in the summer of 2022.
 
As Vice President of Student Affairs, Adams oversaw all aspects of student life including athletics, health and wellness, residence life and judicial affairs. He also led student development, which includes career development and internships, student activities, campus interfaith, community service, e-mentoring and orientation. As Accreditation Liaison Officer for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Adams co-chaired the University's 2020 Middle States Self-Study Steering Committee through Aug. 1, 2019. He also chaired the Periodic Review Report Committee in 2015 and co-chaired the University's Decennial Self Study in 2010.
 
Adams worked closely with Addy Malatesta, then Wilkes Athletics Director, on various athletics projects highlighting with the expansion of seven new sports at Wilkes, the creation and renovation of Bruggeworth Field and Schmidt Stadium as well as the agreement to play at the Toyota SportsPlex for ice hockey.