Mission Statement

The mission of the Kentucky State University Office of Academic Support for Athletics is to provide services that foster the academic and personal success of the University's student athletes. The University is dedicated to producing student athletes who perform well both academically and athletically. Student-athletes who graduate from the University will have the skills to succeed in the non-athletic arena. The Office of Academic Support for Athletics and the University also strive to ensure that student-athletes are positive role models not only on campus, but in the community as well. Student-athletes at the University are encouraged to embody a service ethic in the community and exhibit the highest standards of ethics and sportsmanship on and off the playing field or court.

Goals of the Office of Academic Support for Athletics

• Provide all student-athletes with guidance and counseling on program requirements, courses, registration and other academic procedures.
• Provide all student-athletes with the resources and strategies needed to achieve academic success.
• Maintain a study environment that is responsive to the needs of the student-athlete.
• Monitor academic progress and performance of all student-athletes.
• Communicate with coaches on student performance and academic policies.
• Provide information on academic issues to aid in the operation of Kentucky State University's Intercollegiate Athletics Program.
• Develop career and graduate school opportunities for all student-athletes.
• Provide opportunities for community service and encourage ethical behavior on and off the playing field or court.
• Operate all business and personnel activities in conjunction with Kentucky State University policies and procedures.
• Conduct all activities and services in compliance with NCAA, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and Kentucky State University regulations.
• Work with other University departments to ensure cooperation between athletic and academic programs needed for student academic success.

Academic Support Services for Student-Athletes

The Office of Academic Support for Athletics provides educational support services for student athletes. These services include academic advising, tutoring, study halls, developmental and informative workshops, and academic progress monitoring. The staff works closely with other university academic support programs such as the Academic Center for Excellence, and the Counseling and Placement Center. Student-athletes are encouraged to take advantage of these and other important University student services.

Academic Center

Location

Room 125, Alumni Stadium

Phone Number

597-6923