TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Sept. 14 -- Florida State University issued the following news release:

Florida State University announced today that Michael Alford is no longer serving as Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, effective Sept. 14. President Richard McCullough has appointed Bruce Warwick, currently Senior Associate Athletics Director, to serve as Interim Director of Athletics while a national search for a permanent successor is conducted.

"Michael Alford has served the University and our student-athletes with dedication, and we thank him for his contributions to our athletics programs," President McCullough said. "As we begin this transition, our focus remains on the success of our teams and continuing to provide eve...