WALTHAM, Mass. -- Brandeis University has named Paul Witmer as its new recreation administrator, starting on August 3.

Witmer will take oversight of Brandeis's club and intramural sports programs, focusing on enhancing the student experience by providing diverse competitive opportunities, managing student-led organizations, and supervising a team of student leaders and officials. He will oversee the University's comprehensive club sports program and serve as the primary advisor for student-led Club Sports teams, overseeing their rosters, travel logistics, and compliance with university policies. He will also plan, develop, schedule, and assess a wide range of intramural sport leagues, tournaments, and special events for students, faculty, and staff.

"We're excited to welcome Paul to the Brandeis Athletics Department," said assistant director of athletics Julie Mizraji. "His enthusiasm for collegiate recreation and dedication to student development were evident throughout the hiring process. His experience, leadership, and student-centered approach made him a great fit for our department, and we're looking forward to the positive impact he'll have on our Club and Intramural Sports programs."

Witmer comes to Brandeis from Merrimack College, where he earned his M.S. in Health Promotion and Management this past spring. He served as the Club Sports graduate fellow for the Warriors, where he coordinated scheduling, facility usage, transportation, and budget oversight for 24 club sport
programs serving more than 500 student-athletes. He also led updates and redesign of the club sports website and social media presence to improve the program's communication and visibility. Witmer has also worked as the Sports Coordinator of the YMCA of the North Shore in Haverhill, Massachusetts, since 2025. 

A 2023 graduate of the University of Louisville with a B.S. in Sports Administration, Witmer worked for the UL intramural program and was honored as Event Assistant of the Year as a junior. 

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