WILKES-BARRE – Wilkes University's junior men's tennis standout Otarhe Okoh (Shakopee, MN/Shakopee) has been selected to participate in the NCAA Division III Student Immersion Program, a highly competitive and prestigious opportunity for emerging leaders in college athletics.
 
Held annually in conjunction with the NCAA Convention, the Student Immersion Program brings together 40 student-athletes from across the nation for an all-expenses-paid experience designed to provide a deep dive into Division III governance, leadership development, and career exploration in collegiate athletics. The 2027 NCAA Convention will take place in Anaheim, California.
 
"I'm excited for Otarhe. He's an integral part of what we do as a team on and off the court, and he's a future head coach on the making," said Wilkes men's and women's tennis head coach Scott Veith. "The NCAA offers so many great opportunities for student-athletes, coaches, and administrators to sharpen their professional tools and broaden their networks. I've enjoyed my chances to grow through the NCAA, and I know Otarhe will get everything he can out of the immersion program," he added. 
 
Selected participants will engage in hands-on professional development, including DiSC personality training, networking with key leaders in college athletics, and mentorship from top professionals in the field. The program aims to equip student-athletes with the tools, insight, and connections to pursue careers in coaching, athletic administration, and other areas within college sports.
 
Okoh has distinguished himself both athletically and academically during his time at Wilkes. The Civil Engineering major is known for his tenacity, discipline, and leadership on the court while in the classroom maintaining a strong academic record and actively engages in campus and community initiatives.
 
For more information about the NCAA Division III Student Immersion Program, click here.