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Northwestern Athletic Director To Shift To New Role, Oversee Strategy
Derrick Gragg has been appointed vice president for athletic strategy. He will remain athletic director until his replacement is hired.

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Derrick Gragg has been appointed vice president for athletic strategy. He will remain athletic director until his replacement is hired.

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