East Texas A&M University Athletics

Comprehensive Student-Athlete Preparedness

Lion Athletics is committed to the academic and personal development of all student-athletes by empowering them with holistic programming and growth opportunities. We strive to provide them with innovative resources through the Thrower Student Success Center, the Lion Leadership Academy, and cutting edge Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, Campus Counseling, and Nutritional Services.
 

Goals
 

Develop a comprehensive plan to foster academic success which is recognized by the University, Lone Star Conference and NCAA. Assess staff, budget, and facility needs to provide a Best In Class academic support system Create recruiting and retention tools which empower academic success and emerging scholars Improve tutor and mentor training processes and create continuing education programs Host education sessions with faculty, advisors, and academic units regarding student-athlete eligibility and NCAA degree progress Establish faculty engagement strategies tailored for each sport   Enhance leadership and student-athlete development programming to build and prepare leaders for life after sport. Continually assess the Lion Leadership Academy and other similar programs to ensure they provide the best programming to cover student-athletes from initial recruitment to employability Implement a master scorecard to track student-athletes’ participation in leadership activities, career services, personal development, and awards Develop community service plans and provide an incentive program   Maintain high quality Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, Campus Counseling, and nutritional services to support student-athlete well-being. Assess staff, budget, and facility needs to provide a Best In Class Sports Medicine and Sports Performance experience   Advance mental health awareness initiatives throughout our division Expand our student-athlete nutrition programs