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Vision, Mission and Values of the SDSU Athletic Department
Every undertaking of South Dakota State University is driven by a common force — a relentless commitment to excellence.
Within the Athletic Department, excellence is measured by much more than wins and losses. We are committed to providing
each and every student-athlete with a comprehensive collegiate experience that is second to none. Every decision that guides
our program is made with the student-athlete in mind. Is Athletic Achievement important? Yes, because it is the fundamental
purpose of the student-athlete experience. Is Social Responsibility a vital component? Yes, we expect to contribute to the
well-being of our campus, community, and state. How about Positive Student-Athlete Experiences and Competitive Success?
Those also define our program because they are integral to the student athlete’s growth. That is what it means to be studentcentered,
and why our vision is:
VISION: To be a premier student-centered
collegiate athletic program.
How will SDSU Athletics achieve that vision? By working
tirelessly to create a special place where student-athletes
who share our drive and determination can develop life
skills that lead not only to athletic success, but pave the
way for victories long into their lives.The important work
of creating that setting is the heart of our mission:
MISSION: To passionately and relentlessly create
an environment, rooted in sportsmanship and
ethical conduct, where motivated student-athletes
can develop into lifelong champions.
To be a lifelong champion, one must maintain a discipline of taking the
highest road. Similarly, SDSU is guided by a stringent value set that
will not be compromised:
VALUES: Honesty, equity, academic integrity,
fiscal integrity and social responsibility with the
expectation of competing at the highest level.
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