Intercollegiate athletics are a vital component of the educational program and student life at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Student-athletes are an integral part of the student body. The athletics program is conducted in a manner designed to protect and enhance the physical, educational, social, emotional and social welfare of student-athletes including gender issues, ethnic diversity and sexual orientation related issues.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney complies with all applicable rules and regulations of the NCAA in the conduct of its intercollegiate programs, including permitting athletically related financial aid for student-athletes, and scheduling of athletic events that include as many NCAA Division II members as possible, insofar as geographic location, cost and traditional rivalries will permit.

The admission, academic standards, academic progress and conduct of student-athletes shall be consistent with policies and standards adopted by the University of Nebraska at Kearney for the entire student body. The time required of student-athletes to participate in intercollegiate athletics is regulated to minimize interference with other education activities.

The athletics department strives for equitable opportunities for all student-athletes through broad participation and competitive excellence. Student-athletes and individuals employed by or associated with the athletics department will promote ethical conduct and good sportsmanship in all activities and will comply with NCAA rules and principles of amateurism.

Intercollegiate athletics serves various constituents including participants, students, alumni, University of Nebraska at Kearney employees, members of the community, persons living in the regional area and residents of the State of Nebraska. Collegiality is promoted between all groups served.