GREAT FALLS — The University of Providence has announced the appointment of Dannette Swift as interim athletic director for the 2025–26 academic year, effective immediately.

Swift succeeds Kylie Carranza, who previously served in dual leadership roles as athletic director and chief of staff.

The university will maintain the interim athletic director structure throughout the coming academic year and will evaluate the position at the end of the spring 2026 semester.

The selection of Swift follows enthusiastic support from the university's athletic staff. Swift served as the assistant AD for external operations and the director of athletic advancement for the past year and a half prior to being named the interim athletic director.

Before joining the University of Providence, Swift spent 1

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