Woidt came to Binghamton in May 2023 after serving as Director of Parks, Recreation and Youth Services for Broome County for five years. In that capacity, she worked with federal, state and local agencies, and community stakeholders to enhance services for Broome County residents. Her management and external relations accomplishments were widespread.
She was promoted to Associate AD in December 2024.
The addition of Woidt was part of BU's strategic emphasis on external relations and building partnerships across the region.
"We enthusiastically welcome Elizabeth Woidt to the Bearcats family," Deputy Director of Athletics Ze Zeon said. "Liz brings a wealth of experience, passion, and a unique perspective to help enhance how we engage our community and promote the athletics department. She is the most suitable ambassador to help share the Bearcats' story and strengthen our relationship with the greater Binghamton region and beyond."
A former NCAA Division I student-athlete, she has direct marketing and development experience at three different colleges: FDU, University of North Carolina Wilmington and Arkansas State. At UNCW, Woidt served as Assistant Director for the Seahawk Club, the school's athletics fundraising arm, and cultivated relationships with donors, alumni and local businesses. She was a valued member of the department's strategic planning committee and played a key role in marketing and development initiatives.
Woidt earned both her her bachelor's and master's degrees in sports administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She graduated Cum Laude in 2013 and then received her master's degree in 2014.
A captain and five-year member of the FDU softball team, Woidt was an All-America Scholar Athlete and Dean's List member. She honed her leadership skills as a member of FDU's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and later as an employee at UNCW, she served the university as the athletics representative on the Staff Senate.
Woidt has been active in Broome County leadership, serving as a member of the Broome County Environmental Management Committee, the Family Violence Prevention Council and the Broome Opioid Awareness Council among others.
An avid outdoorswoman, she is a member of the Triple Cities Hiking Club and is a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard with CPR/AED training, in addition to rescue, first aid and waterfront skills.
