SIUE

As the chancellor of SIUE from 2004 to 2012, Vandegrift was the major player in SIUE graduating to the highest level of intercollegiate competition. His vision would lead SIUE to begin the transition to NCAA Division I status after the completion of the 2007-08 season. He also would forge SIUE into the Ohio Valley Conference, leading the intercollegiate program that would help increase its connection to alumni and the surrounding community.