Life Skills
The mission of the NCAA is to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the campus educational program and the student-athlete as an integral part of the student body. With this in mind, the CHAMPS/Life Skills Program was created to support student-athlete development and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the context of higher education.
Throughout the year our student-services staff will provide programming and opportunities for all of our student-athletes to meet the goals of the NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills program.
Commitment to Personal Development
The Life Skills Program supports the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, personal growth and decision-making skills
- New Student-Athlete Orientation
- Nutritional workshops with a certified nutritionist
- Mental health and sports psychology presentation
- National Student-Athlete Day Celebration
- Alcohol Awareness Speaker
Commitment to Career Development
The Life Skill Program encourages the student-athletes to develop and pursue career and life goals.
Programs:
- University Career Center workshops and drop in hours
- Entry to the UP/First Avenue Career and Grad School Fair
- Sophomore Etiquette Dinner
- Student-Athlete Networking Night
Resources:
Commitment to Service
The Life Skill Program engages student-athletes in service to his or her campus and surrounding communities
- WCC/Zappos Clothes4Souls
- Ronald McDonald House
- UP Education Reading Fair
- WCC/Zappos.com Soles4Souls T-Shirt Drive
