Faculty Athletic Support Team (FAST)
William Paterson Sports Information
The Faculty Athletic Support Team (FAST) of William Paterson University was established in 2013 by the WP Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Provost and a number of faculty members, creating a formalized program to enhance communication and serve as a resource to assist student-athletes “Finish in Four.”
FAST strives to create an understanding of the value of athletic participation as an integral part of the educational process. Members provide guidance about curricular matters and professional advice about internships and graduate school, assist with the recruitment of prospective student-athletes and attend athletic events.
Faculty Athletic Support Team (FAST) Members
Name, Department
Joshua Powers, Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Barbara Andrew, Honors
Faith Atte, Nursing
Jane Austin, Psychology
John Bae, Kinesiology
Steve Betts, Management
Elizabeth Ekmekjian, Accounting/Law
Emily Mahon, Sociology
Kevin Martus, Physics
Robb Rehberg, Kinesiology
Jason Wicke, Kinesiology/Faculty Athletic Representative
