JONESBORO, Ark. (11/29/12) - Dr. Tim Hudson, chancellor of Arkansas State University, and Terry Mohajir , director of athletics, issued the following statement today regarding changes in the Sun Belt Conference:

"Our Intercollegiate Athletics Department is always pursuing more revenue, more television exposure and more resources to field nationally recognized programs. We will consider any opportunities that could help us achieve our goals. Arkansas State is committed to the best interests of our student-athletes."