Nov. 13, 2008

Tami Tranter has been named Athletics Chief of Staff by Wayne State University Director of Athletics Rob Fournier.

"Tami's wealth of experience in a variety of athletic settings will allow us to better implement our agenda and objectives," said Fournier. "Her background as both a coach and administrator provides a valuable compliment in meeting the needs of our student-athletes and department."

A 1998 graduate of Wayne State University, Tranter began her position on Nov. 11.

She recently completed her second year as Director of Volleyball Operations at Michigan State University after serving as a volunteer assistant coach in the spring of 2007. As director of volleyball operations, she was responsible for game operations, budgeting, sports camps and marketing.

Tranter earned her bachelor's degree in business administration and finance from WSU, then a graduate degree from MSU in kinesiology, sports administration and coaching in 2004. She is currently pursuing her doctorate degree at MSU.

A member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association, Tranter was the head volleyball coach at Olivet College for four seasons (2001-04) and an assistant coach at the University of Findlay for one year (2006).

During her tenure at Olivet, she also served as an assistant professor in HPERS (Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sport) and as an instructor in the business department.

"I would like to thank Rob for the opportunity to become part of such a dynamic staff," said Tranter. "I look forward to utilizing my experience as we continue to build upon the tradition and success of Wayne State athletics in my new position."