Tulane University Athletics

Tulane Athletics is on the rise on the field, the court, the course and the track. Tulane has realized success by its teams on the playing field and by its student-athletes in the classroom, positioning Green Wave Athletics at one of the highest points in its history.

Boasting one of the oldest and most storied athletic programs in the Southeast, and indeed the nation, Tulane will field seven men's and nine women's teams in 2004-05, having re-added men's outdoor track and field to the Green Wave sports line-up after a successful campaign to reach its gender equity goals.

Tulane student-athletes have proven to be leaders on the field, in the classroom and in the community. Tulane ranks among the elite teams in Conference USA in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) championship appearances and conference championships (see box) and has produced more All-Americans and national award winners in the last five years than at any time in its first century.

In addition, Tulane student-athletes have compiled more than 800 hours of community service with such organizations as the Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. Whether working at summer camps, hosting a group of middle-schoolers or helping at a charity function, Tulane student-athletes are reaching out. The 2003-04 season was perhaps one of the best in the long-storied annals of Tulane Athletics, as the Green Wave once again brought distinction to the university, the city and the state. For the second straight year, Tulane ranked second among all Conference USA schools, and 77th among more than 320 programs nationwide, in the United States Sports Academy Director's Cup standings.

Tulane University Camps/Life Skills Mission:-

The CHAMPS/Life Skills program is designed to reach each student-athlete based on his or her individual needs. The CHAMPS program focuses on the individual as a whole: academically, athletically, and personally, in the five different commitment areas. It also focuses on the changing needs and skills needed in the years during and after college. A primary responsibility for Tulane University is to develop our student-athletes as people and productive citizens. The CHAMPS/Life Skills Program provides the framework to accomplish this goal.

Program Commitment Areas

Commitment to Academic Excellence :-To support the academic progress of the student-athlete toward intellectual development and graduation.

Commitment to Athletic Excellence :-To build philosophical foundations for the development of competitive athletic programs that are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athlete.

Commitment to Personal Development:- To support the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, personal growth and decision-making skills. Commitment to Career Development To encourage the student-athlete to develop and pursue career and life goals.

Commitment to Service:- To engage the student-athlete in service to his/her campus and surrounding community.