GLENSIDE – The Arcadia University Department of Athletics and Recreation has announced the hiring of Aicha Bellaoucha as the Coordinator of Academic Success & NCAA Compliance. Bellaoucha begins her duties on June 2, 2025. 
 
"I want to sincerely thank the hiring committee and everyone involved in the selection process for this opportunity," shared Bellaoucha. "I am honored to join Arcadia University and bring my curiosity, creativity, and commitment to the Athletic Department."
 
Bellaoucha comes to Glenside after spending the last two years as a Graduate Assistant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in the Act 101 Program. This program focuses on servicing IUP students to make the ideal of equal educational opportunity a reality for all qualified students. In this role, Bellaoucha facilitated student learning and academic success, monitored and supported academic progress of Act 101 students, developed and delivered student success workshops, and conducted outreach to eligible Act 101 students. 
 
"Aicha shined during the interview process for her commitment to working with student-athletes, her eagerness to learn, and her expertise in working with student-athletes in academic need," shared Assistant Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Success & Leadership Oliver Moe. "We are excited to have her join the Arcadia community and enhance the work of our department and university in driving successful outcomes for our student-athletes."
 
Bellaoucha graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Education - Disability Services in 2023 from IUP, and graduated with a Masters of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education as well as Science Academic Advising Certificate from IUP this May. From August of 2024 to December of 2024, Bellaoucha was a practicum student in the Student Inclusion Office within the Multicultural Center. There she assisted in planning, coordinating and executing programs and events that promoted inclusivity, facilitated outreach efforts to ensure effective engagement with diverse student populations, and provided administrative support.
 
During her undergraduate time at IUP, she served as a Student Support Assistant for the football team where she assisted the team with the recruiting program, directed game day recruitment visits, managed field and game day activities, guided players to achieve academic and personal goals, and supported the organization and execution of team events and community outreach programs. 
 
"I am excited to step into this role, as it aligns with my passion for supporting student athletes in reaching their highest potential," explained Bellaoucha. "I look forward to building strong relationships and creating a lasting impact through compliance, mentorship, and student success initiatives at Arcadia University."