To recognize participation in athletics as an integral part of the educational process.

To provide student-athletes and staff with the best possible facilities, services, and equipment.

To promote the physical, intellectual, and emotional development of all student-athletes.

To create an environment fostering the concepts of teamwork, scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership, loyalty, and integrity.

To operate in a fiscally responsible manner, providing opportunities within the limitations of resources.

To commit to diversity and the equitable and non-discriminatory treatment of all student-athletes and staff.