Lake Superior State University is thrilled to announce Roschard Watkins as Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Academic Services, Leadership, and Life Skills Development. Watkins arrives on campus with a strong student-athlete academic support background at multiple NCAA Division I institutions.

"We are incredibly excited to bring Roschard Watkins to Lake Superior State," said LSSU Director of Athletics Tory Lindley. "His knowledge and energy make him a perfect fit for our staff and student-athletes. Roschard is a fantastic professional who will provide high-level support to supplement our active Lake State faculty."

A new position at Lake Superior State, the Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Academic Services, Leadership, and Life Skills Development holds a key role in guiding student-athletes through their academic journey, while advising them on evolving NCAA regulations. Roschard also manages key data for NCAA reports on academic compliance, while coordinating support services for student-athletes at the Division I and Division II levels.

"I couldn't be happier to be here at Lake Superior State," he said. "This is an exciting period of growth for the university, and I'm thrilled to hold such an important role. Being chosen as the inaugural person to hold this important position at this historic institution and guide our student-athletes is an incredible honor. I'm grateful for the confidence of LSSU President Dr. David Travis and Director of Athletics, Tory Lindley."

Prior to his arrival at Lake Superior State, Roschard was an Assistant Academic Counselor at Ohio State University, serving as an academic coach for several sports during the 2024-25 academic year. He served a key role in assisting student-athletes with time management, student advocacy, decision-making, tutorial support, organizational strategies and study skills enhancements. His guidance proved a tremendous asset for helping young people find balance between academics and athletics.

Roschard holds a Master of Arts in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from Eastern Michigan University, graduating in 2024. He earned a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management from Aquinas College, graduating in 2022. A Michigan native, he graduated from Warren De La Salle Collegiate High School in 2017.

Roschard began working at Lake Superior State in June. You can reach him at rwatkins2@lssu.edu.