MISSION STATEMENT

As an integral part of a comprehensive, coeducational public institution of higher learning, the stated philosophy of the UL-Lafayette Department of Athletics is to subscribe to high standards of academic quality, as well as breadth of academic opportunities, and to provide quality athletic competition at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics.

The Athletics Department is committed to the promotion of social mobility and equality of opportunity.  In accordance with this philosophy, the following goals have been established for UL-Lafayette Athletics:

A.    Provide the tools and resources necessary to achieve high retention and graduation rates for student-athletes;

B.    Provide the tools and resources necessary for coaches and student-athletes to be successful at the highest feasible level of competition;

C.    Provide the tools and resources necessary to support equitable opportunity for all student-athletes and staff, regardless of race and sex;

D.    Maintain NCAA Division I-A classification;

E.     Maximize opportunities for athletic competition within the framework of currently sponsored sports; and

F.     Maintain responsible fiscal control in accord with University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.