On Wednesday afternoon, Nebraska Athletic Director Trev Alberts announced that he would be resigning his position to accept the same job at Texas A&M. In his final statement as a Cornhusker, Alberts recognized the poor timing of the announcement.
Earlier today, I informed Interim President Kabourek that I will be resigning my position as Director of Athletics to accept the same role at Texas A&M. I recognize that the timing of this change is not ideal, and I apologize in advance for any negative impact that it might have.
I am grateful for the 15 years that I had the privilege to serve both the University of Nebraska-Omaha and my alma mater, UNL. My family and I want to say thank you for all the special memories that we were able to create together.
Alberts came to Nebraska in 2021 after a 12-year tenure at the University of Nebraska Omaha. To make the hiring official, Texas A&M will pay Nebraska a $4 million buyout.
Nebraska is well positioned for the evolving changes within our industry. Tough decisions will need to be made and unity of vision and high execution will be necessary, but I am confident that leadership in Nebraska will rise to the occasion.
Nebraska Athletics is full of high character, hardworking and talented staff, and coaches. It was an honor to get to partner with them as we experienced unprecedented success.”
In his statement to Texas A&M, Alberts cited leadership as the reason he found the job appealing.
“From my perspective, there has never been a more consequential time in history for higher education and the evolving landscape of intercollegiate athletics. Leadership matters now more than ever before. My interest in Texas A&M is not only due to its prestigious reputation but also because of President Welsh’s compelling vision in which, I believe, Athletics can play a small but important role in helping Texas A&M achieve unprecedented success.”
Find a brief photo gallery of Trev Alberts time as Nebraska athletic director below.
Scott Frost, Trev Alberts
Nebraska head coach Scott Frost, left, chats with athletic director Trev Alberts before playing against Georgia…
Nebraska head coach Scott Frost, left, chats with athletic director Trev Alberts before playing against Georgia Southern in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)
Scott Frost, Trev Alberts
Nebraska head coach Scott Frost, left, chats with athletic director Trev Alberts before playing against Georgia…
Nebraska head coach Scott Frost, left, chats with athletic director Trev Alberts before playing against Georgia Southern in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)
NCAA Football: Oklahoma at Nebraska
Sep 17, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts stands on the field…
Sep 17, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts stands on the field during warmups before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Indiana at Nebraska
Oct 1, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska athletic director Trev Alberts and interim head coach Mickey…
Oct 1, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska athletic director Trev Alberts and interim head coach Mickey Joseph greet each other before a game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Indiana at Nebraska
Oct 1, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska athletic director Trev Alberts greets a referee before a…
Oct 1, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska athletic director Trev Alberts greets a referee before a game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts signals to the press…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts signals to the press at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and his wife Julie…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and his wife Julie and children Bryant, Vivienne, and Leona pose with President of the University of Nebraska Ted Carter and Chancellor of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Ronnie Green and athletic director Trev Alberts at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts poses with head coach…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts poses with head coach Matt Rhule at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Matt Rhule Press Conference
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and athletic director Trev…
Nov 28, 2022; Omaha, Nebraska, US; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and athletic director Trev Alberts arrive at the introductory press conference at the Hawks Championship Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Womens Volleyball: Omaha at Nebraska
Aug 30, 2023; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks to the crowd…
Aug 30, 2023; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts speaks to the crowd after the Cornhuskers defeated the Omaha Mavericks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports
NCAA Football: Northern Illinois at Nebraska
Sep 16, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts walks onto the field…
Sep 16, 2023; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers athletic director Trev Alberts walks onto the field before the game against the Northern Illinois Huskies at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports