Damon Evans, the athletic director of the University of Georgia, was arrested Wednesday night for drunken driving.

Evans apologized for his actions and admitted that he “made a grave mistake.”

In a news conference held Thursday evening, he said, “As I sit before all of you, I am very ashamed and embarrassed by my actions. I let this university down, I let my family down, I let the Bulldog nation down. I believe my actions have put a black cloud over our program. I never thought I would bring so much shame to this storied university.”

UGA President Michael Adams was away on vacation but was notified of Evans’ arrest.

“Drinking and driving is a serious matter, and I was extremely disappointed to hear of the arrest. [Evans] has sincerely apologized to me for the embarrassment this has brought upon the university. I … will reserve further action pending a full review by staff and legal counsel.” Adams said in a statement.

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