April 27, 2010: Mark A. Emmert, president of the University of Washington, is named the fifth NCAA president. He takes over the office’s duties Oct. 5, 2010.

On April 27 2010

April 27, 2010: Mark A. Emmert, president of the University of Washington, is named the fifth NCAA president. He takes over the office’s duties Oct. 5, 2010.

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Sources: “In the Arena: The NCAA’s First Century” by Joseph N. Crowley, NCAA News and Champion magazine archives, the NCAA Media Center, and NCAA record books 

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