The mission of UMass Athletics & Recreation is to encourage
all UMass students to discover and nurture the "total person" who
enriches the world and brings honor to the university, now and
throughout life. We encourage every student-athlete to be a
champion in an environment where academic integrity, social
responsibility, respect, and competitive excellence are highly
valued. Consistent with the mission of the university, the Division
of Athletics, Recreation, Special Programs and Projects is
committed to nurturing human potential. The division is committed
to the goals of diversity and fairness in its programs and in its
dealings with student-athletes. Honesty and integrity serve as the
foundation for all athletic endeavors.
At Left: The women's basketball team prepares for their annual
Breast Cancer Walk as a way to raise money and awareness for this
great charity.
The University of Massachusetts Boston aims to provide an
athletics and recreation program that will equitably meet the
individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students who
participate. UMass Athletics & Recreation believes that
significant educational value is derived from athletics and
recreational participation. Benefits such as learning to pursue
excellence, the value of teamwork and collaboration, the value of
cross-cultural understanding and acceptance, personal character and
leadership development, the importance of exercise and maintaining
a healthy lifestyle, and adherence to the highest standards of
integrity, ethics, and sportsmanship are all important educational
lessons derived from athletic participation. The intercollegiate
athletics and recreation programs are critical elements in the
educational and personal development of both the general student
population, as well as the student-athletes.
The athletics and recreation program provides the opportunity
for its participants to develop personal excellence. Participation
on an intercollegiate team will provide students with the
opportunity to learn and develop values which foster
self-discipline, teamwork, leadership skills, and fair play in an
equitable and diverse environment. The overall development and
welfare of each student is of paramount importance.
