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Mission
The NCAA and the Division I-A Athletic Directors Association to help prepare student-athletes for the challenges of life beyond the playing field developed the CHAMPS/Life Skills program. Through workshops, information and interactive seminars, service projects and social events, the program will enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the university setting, as well as bring WCU student-athletes information that will prepare them for life after college.

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.

Why have CHAMPS?
A primary responsibility for Western Carolina University is to develop our student-athletes as people and productive citizens. The CHAMPS/Life Skills Program provides the framework to accomplish this goal.

Western Carolina University has established a Life Skills committee consisting of members from different constituents across the campus community to assist with programming.

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.

Event Calendars

• Community Table Calendar

2003-04 Events • Relay for Life • Career Informational Seminars • Operation Christmas Child • Community Table • Steve Warren, "Life After College" • Catamount Football Community Outreach • Fairview Elementary School Tutoring Program (Men's Basketball) • Rolando Lamb, "Making of a Champion" • Fall Festival • Jump For American Heart Association • Fall Events • Spring Events

2002-03 Events • August Events • September Events • October Events • November Events • January Events • February Events • March Events • April Events

2001-02 Events • October Events • November Events • December Events • January Events • February Events • March Events • April Events

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