CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) is excited to announce and introduce its inaugural Social Media Internship Cohort for the 2025-26 academic year. Ten A-R-C students will soon begin the remote internship with the conference office.
“I am excited to work with the ten social media interns during the 2025-26 academic year,” said Ali Wilson, A-R-C Assistant Commissioner. “Going through the interview process with these students was energizing and I cannot wait to see what social media content can be produced this year from this talented group.”
The internship has a goal of giving students the opportunity to gain experience in the social media content space, specific to a conference office. Interns will be responsible for developing content that is relevant to the A-R-C and promotes the brand. The internship cohort will have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals throughout the academic year. Interns will augment the conference's presence on each campus to increase interactions with digital platforms, specifically for current student-athletes. This remains a goal consistent with the league's strategic plan launched earlier this summer.
2025-26 A-R-C Social Media Internship Cohort:
- Katie Bower, Central College
- Derek Beiner, Central College
- Hayley Wallin, Central College
- Cosette Gaines, Coe College
- Ellie Marshall, Coe College
- Daniel Welter, Loras College
- Kacie Eisentrager, Simpson College
- Brie Ginnaty, Simpson College
- Addi Olson, Simpson College
- Addison Wells, Wartburg College
Don't forget to become a fan of the American Rivers Conference on Facebook @AmericanRiversConference, X (Twitter) @AmerRiversConf, and Instagram @AmericanRiversConference.
About the American Rivers Conference
Nationally respected for excellence in NCAA Division III athletics, the American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) has a tradition dating back to its founding in 1922 as the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Association and adopted its current name in 2018 to reflect its strong Iowa roots and growing regional footprint. The A-R-C is a collaborative community that champions the holistic development of student-athletes, uniting member institutions in a shared commitment to academic achievement, athletic distinction, and leadership.
The A-R-C is home to nine full-time member institutions: Buena Vista University, Central College, Coe College, University of Dubuque, Loras College, Luther College, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Simpson College, and Wartburg College. Luther College has announced its departure from the conference, effective at the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year.
