The objective of the Department of Athletics is to reflect and support the mission of Winthrop University through intercollegiate athletics. The athletic program is committed to operating a program which meets the recognized standards of excellence set forth by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and is dedicated to the recruitment of academically able, diverse and socially responsible student-athletes.
As intercollegiate athletics is recognized as part of the physical, cultural and social development of the Winthrop student, Winthrop Athletics shares a common value and purpose by providing an environment which nurtures and demonstrates integrity, pride, diversity and leadership. Winthrop Athletics contributes to the community of learners at Winthrop University and demonstrates its mission in the following ways:
- Winthrop Athletics is committed to academic integrity and demonstrates the prioritization of academics above athletics through recruitment, scheduling and involvement of faculty.Â
- Winthrop Athletics supports ethical coaching standards which is demonstrated through staff education, recruiting policies, and monitoring of activities.
- Winthrop Athletics is committed to institutional control by direct accountability to the CEO, implementation of campus-wide compliance procedures, and annual staff education meetings.
- Winthrop Athletics is committed to student-athlete welfare through sponsorship of a student-athlete council, wellness and education programs and student-athlete involvement.
- Winthrop Athletics is committed to financial integrity through adherence to university-wide business and finance procedures, and NCAA and state audits.
- Winthrop Athletics supports an environment of equity and diversity in which all students and staff are provided the support and resources necessary for success.
Principle of Administrative Awareness
and Institutional Control
Winthrop University assumes responsibility for the control of its intercollegiate athletics program in compliance with the policies of the Winthrop University Board of Trustees and the NCAA. The President of Winthrop University (Chief Executive Officer) is aware of and responsible for all aspects of the promotion and administration of the intercollegiate athletics program and provides for institutional control of those areas.
Principle of Gender Equity
and Equal Opportunity
Winthrop Athletics is committed to equality of opportunity, resources and services to both men’s and women’s sports programs and to student-athletes of all racial and cultural backgrounds. Winthrop Athletics supports the principles of Title IX and gender equity and encourages diversity among staff and student-athletes.
