JOINT PRESS RELEASE
ISSUED BY ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY AND JOE HOLLIS

Arkansas State University is conducting its search for an athletic director. Joe Hollis has served in that position on an interim basis since March 2000. Once selected, the new athletic director will be asked to hire a new head football coach. Joe Hollis will no longer have head coaching duties. ASU and Coach Hollis will be working together to ensure a smooth transition within the administration of the athletic department.