FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Northern Arizona athletic director Uri Farkas is leaving his position, less than a year after being promoted to the full-time position.
“I will always be a strong advocate and supporter of Lumberjack Athletics and Northern Arizona University,” Farkas said in a statement Tuesday. “Right now, I need to step away and focus on my physical and mental health, as well as the overall well-being of my family. They have been my biggest supporters and I look forward to spending more time with them as I explore my next opportunity.”
Farkas took over as interim athletic director in March 2025, following the retirement of Mike Marlow, before being named vice president of intercollegiate athletics three months later in June. He had served as deputy sports director since 2018.
Farkas previously held leadership positions at Washington State, California and Oregon before becoming senior associate athletic director at NAU in 2018.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
