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Cal Poly Athletics Mission Statement
Intercollegiate athletics shall be an integral part of the
educational program of the university and, as such, shall be guided
by the same purposes and general objectives set forth for
curricular and co-curricular programs of the University. Cal Poly
is committed to providing a broad based, high quality, competitive,
NCAA Division I athletic program that affords student-athletes
opportunities to take advantage of Cal Poly's unique "learn by
doing" philosophy. The program will demonstrate the positive values
of physical activity, learned skills, teamwork, dedications to
excellence, and sportsmanship acquired by active participants. The
intercollegiate athletics department will take reasonable steps to
ensure that the educational objectives and academic progress of
student athletes shall be supported. Wherever possible, the
athletic department will seek to provide opportunities to involve
students in meaningful learning experiences related to their
academic disciplines.
Intercollegiate athletics, in all dimensions, must be consistent
with the educational and ethical goals of the university, and must
strive to promote the moral and ethical values reflected in all
university programs. The department shall provide a program which
promotes the positive values of physical activity, learned skills,
dedication to excellence, and sportsmanship acquired through
participation. Cal Poly will operate its athletic program with
integrity and in full compliance with institutional, conference and
NCAA guidelines. Student-athletes, coaches and staff are expected
to compete with honesty, sportsmanship, and fair play at all times
within the guidelines of amateur athletics.
Intercollegiate athletics shall take all reasonable steps to
safeguard the physical welfare of student-athletes. Whenever
possible, competition should be sought with institutions whose
athletic programs are generally comparable to those of the
university in terms of competitive resources (i.e. scholarships,
coaching staff, etc.) in the particular sport being contested.
The department of athletics shall provide equitable opportunities
for all students and staff, including women and minorities.
The athletic program will provide a form of educational activity
which is traditionally accepted as a part of collegiate life, and
which provides a common rallying point for a diversified student
body, faculty, staff, and alumni. The program will strive to
generate interest in the university within the local community, the
state, and the nation.
Student athletes shall be made aware of the important
responsibilities they accept when they become members of Cal Poly's
athletic teams. These responsibilities include performing at an
optimum level both academically and athletically, giving their best
efforts toward the success of their team, and conducting themselves
in a manner which will reflect well on themselves, their team, and
Cal Poly. The student-athlete will recognize that these
responsibilities may require sacrifices which may not be necessary
were they not student-athletes.
