MISSION

The mission of Davis and Elkins College Athletics Department is to provide the student athlete with an opportunity to compete at a national recognized NCAA Div. II level, while receiving a quality education consistent with the College's mission. The Athletics Department, as an extension of the educational process is committed to assisting student athletes to achieve the academic and athletic potential and to become contributing members of society. In order to accomplish the mission the Athletic Department will provide and achieve excellence in:

Coaching practices Modern management
Facilities Student athlete welfare
Marketing/external affairs Recruit and retain student
athletes

We will be guided by the principles of:
Academic athletic and financial integrity
Sportsmanship
Loyalty
Diversity
Professional and personal accountability

MISSION GOALS

COACHING:
Full time positions
Assistant coaching
Professional development

FACILITIES:
New sports health complex
Upgrade current facilities
Future needs

RECRUITING/RETENTION:
Increase grad. Rate
Increase pop./size of school
Scholarship/staff

MARKETING/EXTERNAL AFFAIRS:
Increase visibility
Develop brand and sell
Alumni

STUDENTS ATHLETE WELFARE:
Academic support
Upgrade travel and accommodations
Setting priorities

MODERN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES:
Increase revenue
Performance objectives
Media training