Athletic Philosophy at Bellarmine University

Throughout the history of the institution, Bellarmine's athletic policy has concentrated on creating for its students opportunities that will become an integral part of the education and development of the "whole student". The University firmly believes that athletics has a very important role to play in this regard and as such has great interest in the student's physical well-being and development. As a consequence, athletic programs are designed that will benefit the entire student body.

The growth of athletic activities and facilities over the years has provided the University the opportunity to develop an athletic program that compliments the academic program of the University, providing quality athletics with quality academics, while providing opportunities for the students to enrich their talents in the area of leadership, cooperation and fair play.

The diversification of the athletic activities can be found in the intramural, recreational, club sport or intercollegiate programs being offered. This variety of activities allows a degree of competitiveness so that each student can find his/her level of participation an enjoyable experience, while meeting and socializing with as many fellow students as possible. There are assorted awards offered in the various programs, but the real reward for any student is opportunity to participate with some degree of efficiency, success and enjoyment.

Bellarmine offers students, through these athletic activities, a valuable co-curricular experience as part of student campus life. The premise is that these activities will provide every student moral, social, physical and education values. The ultimate goal is that during an academic year, something special is offered each student as an opportunity to participate at his/her level of interest and physical capabilities.