1979 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships
| 1979 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships | |
|---|---|
| Dates | March 9–10, 1979 | 
| Host city | Detroit, Michigan | 
| Venue | Cobo Arena | 
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The 1979 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships were contested March 9−10, 1979 at Cobo Arena in Detroit, Michigan at the 15th annual NCAA-sanctioned track meet to determine the individual and team national champions of men's collegiate indoor track and field events in the United States.
Villanova took the top spot in the team standings, finishing just 1 point ahead of defending champions and perennial track power UTEP. The Wildcats claimed their second indoor team title and first since 1968.