Dear Red Devils,
The pursuit of excellence is a journey worth taking, and it's a journey Dickinsonians have been taking together for more than 240 years.
Our athletics teams relentlessly pursue excellence in all of their endeavors as well—across campus, across the Centennial Conference, across local and global communities—matching the standards of excellence that exist within Dickinson's academic programs. Through intentional training and mentorship, our student-athletes learn in an environment that empowers them to compete at their highest level and strive to find new ways to succeed as athletes and as human beings.Â
Our holistic approach to creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and competition in our athletics endeavors is grounded in the conviction that intercollegiate athletics are integral to the future of Dickinson College.
Going forward, by fulfilling our vision and embracing our values, we will enhance the experience of everyone connected to Dickinson athletics, and our student-athletes will be challenged and supported in becoming productive, impactful citizens and leaders.
To advance our priorities, we need the passion, support and resources of our entire college community. We must collaborate with faculty, staff, parents and our dedicated alumni community to fully realize our potential.Â
And we hope you'll join us in this pursuit, one that leads us all to proudly Wear the Red.
Sincerely,
Celine Cunningham
Director of Athletics
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Dickinson athletics commits to the relentless pursuit of competitive excellence in every endeavor. We prioritize the development and well-being of our Red Devils as fierce competitors, engaged community members and global citizens and leaders. We proudly wear the Red.Â
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Wear the RED:
Respect – Community + diversity, equity & inclusion
Excellence – Competition + experience
Development – Academics + outcomes
Respect
Athletics presents a successful model for fostering a community of respect and integrity that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. It is the expectation that all members of our Dickinson athletics community—coaches, staff, and student-athletes—positively represent the college.
We will develop a sustainable partnership with our broader community through outreach, service, and engagement.Â
Excellence
We will consistently develop programs and athletes that will compete for conference and national championships. We will develop elite team culture within our programs. This will empower our student-athletes to fulfill their potential and have a rewarding experience that leads to a lifelong connection to Dickinson. We are committed to securing resources, including competitive staffing and first-class facilities, to sustain and promote the pursuit of championships.
Development
Participation in intercollegiate athletics is an essential part of the growth and learning journey that is central to the Dickinson College experience. Our student-athletes will commit to their academic pursuits with the same vigor as their athletic endeavors. We will maximize opportunities for our student-athletes to connect with our robust athletic alumni network, leading to successful and meaningful careers.
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