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Intercollegiate ATHLETICSA primary goal of <strong>the</strong> Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is <strong>to</strong> provide positive, enriching programsthat complement and reinforce <strong>the</strong> educational pursuits and academic success of student-athletes. Wesubscribe <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> philosophical statement of <strong>the</strong> NCAA Division III particularly as it relates <strong>to</strong> fair playand amateur athletics competition and must provide opportunities for educating and developing <strong>the</strong>whole person.We endeavor <strong>to</strong> create and maintain an interactive environment, encouraging <strong>the</strong> development ofcharacter, loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, work ethic, leadership, and high standards of performance.The safety and physical well-being of all student-athletes are primary in every aspect of <strong>the</strong> program. Membersof <strong>the</strong> department promote <strong>the</strong> program through positive attitudes and examples as professional role models.The programs must afford for all who wish <strong>to</strong> participate an opportunity <strong>to</strong> qualify for team membership througha fair selection process. The <strong>University</strong> strives <strong>to</strong> provide fair and equitable programs for men and women.An intercollegiate athletic program is a traditional, desirable aspect of life within <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>. <strong>Methodist</strong><strong>University</strong> his<strong>to</strong>rically has acknowledged this responsibility and continues <strong>to</strong> endorse this obligation. Intercollegiateathletics should contribute <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> student athlete’s educational experience in a positive manner. Athleticprograms provide educational opportunities through developing performance skills, enhancing knowledgeof strategies and rules, providing unique social interacting, and developing personal values.Though intercollegiate athletics exist primarily for <strong>the</strong> student-athlete, <strong>the</strong> programs also affect <strong>the</strong><strong>University</strong> community. Campus pride, cohesiveness, student loyalty, and public relations can be enhancedby sound and competitive athletic programs. The athletic programs also assist in <strong>the</strong> recruiting andretention of students. <strong>Methodist</strong> <strong>University</strong> encourages and promotes good sportsmanship and expectsappropriate behavior and conduct at athletic events <strong>to</strong> be evidence of this statement of philosophy.Many opportunities for participation in intercollegiate activities are available for men and women.<strong>Methodist</strong> <strong>University</strong> is a member of <strong>the</strong> USA-South Athletic Conference and National Collegiate AthleticAssociation (NCAA) Division III. Our track team participates in <strong>the</strong> Mason Dixon Conference. Both <strong>the</strong>conference and NCAA regulations prohibit athletic scholarships. The <strong>University</strong> offers cheerleading formen and women, dance, and fields <strong>the</strong> following intercollegiate sports for men: baseball, basketball,cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, and indoor/outdoor track. The Lady Monarchs participatein <strong>the</strong> following intercollegiate sports: basketball, cross country, fast pitch softball, golf, soccer, tennis,track, volleyball, and lacrosse.As an NCAA III institution, we believe that <strong>the</strong> college experience for our student/athletes is a time for learningand growth…a chance <strong>to</strong> follow passions and develop potential. For NCAA III student/athletes, all of thishappens most importantly in <strong>the</strong> classroom and through earning an academic degree. The DIII athleticexperience provides for passionate participation in a competitive athletic environment, where student/athletespush <strong>the</strong>mselves <strong>to</strong> excellence and build upon <strong>the</strong>ir academic success with new challenges and life skills.<strong>Student</strong>/athletes are encouraged <strong>to</strong> pursue <strong>the</strong> full spectrum of opportunities available during <strong>the</strong>ir time atMU. NCAA III athletics provides an integral environment for student/athletes <strong>to</strong> take responsibility for <strong>the</strong>irown paths, follow <strong>the</strong>ir passions and find <strong>the</strong>ir potential through a comprehensive educational experience.CheerleadersThe Monarch Cheerleaders are dedicated <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> pride and tradition of <strong>Methodist</strong> <strong>University</strong>. TheCheerleaders cheer for football and men’s and women’s basketball. In addition, <strong>the</strong> Cheerleaders performthroughout <strong>the</strong> community. The Monarch Cheerleaders continue <strong>to</strong> maintain national recognition bydemonstrating excellence at <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> Cheerleading National Championships.Melissa Hay, 630-7154STUDENT MEDIALocationThe office and newspaper and yearbook lab are located in Chris’s House..Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy TeamThe student pho<strong>to</strong>graphy team assists <strong>the</strong> Direc<strong>to</strong>r of <strong>Student</strong> Media/Campus Pho<strong>to</strong>grapher <strong>to</strong> help captureall events on campus for current publications including <strong>the</strong> student newspaper, yearbook, and <strong>the</strong> quarterlyalumni magazine MU Today. These pho<strong>to</strong>graphs will be archived and may be used for any future publication.93

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