Aurora University Division III Athletics

Mission Statement and Staff Directory

Mission Statement | Code of Conduct | Sportsmanship Statement | Staff Directory

Spartan Athletics Mission Statement

Aurora University is committed to a philosophy of firm institutional control of athletics, and to unquestioned academic and financial integrity of the athletic program. The mission statement and core values of the University determine the standards by which the intercollegiate athletic program is conducted.

Every student-athlete, male and female, in all sports will receive equitable and fair treatment. Aurora University is committed to providing quality coaching, facilities, equipment, and support services for our student-athletes as it encourages participation and supports students in their efforts to reach their potential in both athletic and academic performance. The well-being, health and safety of student-athletes are primary concerns of the athletic department.

The Aurora University athletic department insists upon, applauds and encourages sportsmanship, ethical conduct, fair play and respect of its opponents and game officials by coaches, staff, student-athletes and fans in every phase of intercollegiate competition.

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Spartan Athletics Code of Conduct

It should be considered a privilege to compete in intercollegiate athletics, and to represent your team and your institution in a positive manner. Demonstrate respect on and off the field for teammates, coaches, officials, opponents, fans, and just as importantly, for oneself. Take pride in your ability to excel on the field/court and in the classroom. Be mindful that your behavior represents not only yourself, but your teammates and fellow student-athletes as well. Strive to combine your passion and competitiveness during competition with sportsmanship and ethical conduct. Such conduct demonstrates an understanding of the letter of the rules as well as the spirit of the rules.

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Aurora University Sportsmanship Statement

The NCAA, Aurora University and the Northern Athletics Conference promote good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Profanity, racial or sexist comments or other intimidating actions directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches, spectators or team representatives - as well as public intoxication, the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products are grounds for removal from the site of competition and other disciplinary actions.

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Staff Directory

Please note all phone numbers have (630) area code unless otherwise specified

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Ideas and statements used in this document have been taken from: "A Solid Start", A Report on Reform of Intercollegiate Athletics from the Knight Foundation.

Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics, March, 1992.

The 1992-93 NCAA Manual, Div. III Philosophy Statement, sec 20.11.