University of Idaho Athletic Director Rob Spear has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Legislative Council - one of two top-tier governing bodies in the organization.

The Legislative Council is charged with evaluating proposals during the legislative cycle. It serves alongside the Leadership Council with both reporting to the NCAA Board of Directors. Each council has 31 members.

Spear’s term begins Sept. 1, 2008, and continues through April 30, 2010, at which time he can be reappointed.