Salve Regina University announced on Wednesday that it will join the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) as its newest member institution following unanimous support from the NEWMAC Presidents Council.
Salve Regina will become the conference's 12th core member, effective July 1, 2023, and will begin participating in conference play during the 2023-2024 academic year.
"The NEWMAC institutions are known not only for their academic excellence but their commitment to the support of the whole student and the creation of inclusive educational environments," said Salve Regina University President, Kelli J. Armstrong in a statement on the university's athletic website. "Salve Regina is truly honored to be a member of this prestigious and progressive athletic conference."