University of Denver Names Bernie Mullin Vice-Chancellor for Sports & Wellness Bernie come to the University of Denver for the the Denver Grizzlies the day before they announce thier move to Sat Lake City to make room for the new NHL team the Colorado Avalanche. Bernie was the president and CEO of the Grizzlies, the most successful IHL expansion team in the I's 50 year history. Previousely he was senior vice president of business operations for the Colorado Rockies expnsion in the National league. His experiences will bring the University of Denver a long way in the newly created position to bring continuity and vision to changing face of DU athletics. The first two issues for Bernie will be to determine the viability of developing additional sports to the NCAA division I level (DU currently competes in mens hockey and womens gymnastics at the D I level) and the selection of a new Athletic Director. His duties will include boosting attendance for events, generating revenue, expanding use of the facilities, improving corporate relations, and to oversee the new $32.5 million Daniel L. Ritchie Sports and Wellness Center.