Bio

Aaron Bouyea assumed the role of Monroe Community College's fifth Director of Athletics in August 2017.

Under his leadership, the Tribunes have continued their long history of success, securing national championships in women's basketball and women's lacrosse in 2018 along with three individual national champions in Men's Diving. Boasting 22 NJCAA Region III championships across various sports, including men's and women's soccer, baseball, men's and women's basketball,  men's and women's swimming and diving, and softball, MCC's athletic teams have showcased their prowess on the national stage, making 29 appearances in the national tournament.

Bouyea led a comprehensive rebranding initiative for MCC Athletics, securing multi-year apparel and marketing partnerships with BSN and Under Armour. Facility enhancements under his leadership include the installation of cutting-edge turf and LED lighting at DiMarco Field and in the Indoor PAC Turf, upgrades to Monagan Court, and the creation of a state-of-the-art esports facility. Most recently, MCC unveiled a $1.75 million softball complex, further demonstrating its commitment to athletic excellence. Additionally, the department launched a refueling station in January of 2025 to support student-athlete health and wellness.

Bouyea is also deeply involved in regional and national athletics committees, playing pivotal roles in developing initiatives such as the NJCAA student-athlete council. His dedication extends to serving as Men's Assistant Regional Director and Business Manager for NJCAA Region III, as well as serving a third vice president for NATYCAA - the leading professional development organization for two-year college athletics.

Originally hailing from Lewiston, Maine, Bouyea brings a wealth of experience to MCC, which he cultivated during his tenure at Lesley University and Wells College. At Lesley, he played a pivotal role in overseeing numerous conference championships and NCAA tournament appearances, while at Wells College, he contributed to significant program expansions and championship victories.

Bouyea's academic journey includes a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from Thomas College and a Master of Science in Sport Management from the State University of New York at Cortland. As a former collegiate baseball player, his passion for sports management is deeply rooted in both academic excellence and personal experience.