There’s nothing like going home again, and that holds true for E. D’Wayne Robinson, who returns to his alma Mater, Alcorn State, as the university’s new director of intercollegiate athletics.
The appointment, made on September 11th by Alcorn State University President Tracy M. Cook, was effective on Sunday. So Robinson is now officially Alcorn’s new AD.
“I am honored and excited to lead this historic and dynamic athletic program,” said Robinson in a statement. “I’d like to thank President Cook and the selection committee for this great opportunity. Alcorn State has a rich tradition of excellence, both on and off the field, and I am committed to building on that legacy by focusing on the success of our student-athletes, enhancing the fan experience, and fostering deeper connections with our alumni and community. Together, we will elevate Braves athletics to new heights and continue to foster a culture of excellence that builds “Champions and Scholars.”
Robinson brings over 25 years of experience in college athletics administration to the Braves, with, per the release, “a proven track record of success in compliance, fiscal management, and student-athlete development.”
He began his career at Alcorn in 1999 as a golf coach and assistant director of athletics for internal operations. From there, he went on to serve in leadership roles at FAMU, including the interim director of athletics in 2015. He moved on to Alabama A&M, where he served as senior athletic director for compliance from 2019 to 2023.
Now he returns to the place where he received his Master of Science in education after earning a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Tougaloo College.
And the school is happy to have him back home.
“I would like to thank the committee for their countless hours of work and recommendation for our new athletics director,” said President Cook. “Robinson has a deep history with the university as an alumnus, and his parents attended the university. I know he will hit the ground running with new ideas, innovation, and growth for our athletics programs.”
