Board of Visitors minutes :: September 14, 1973 :: University of Virginia Library

BOARD OF VISITORS UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA CHARLOTTESVILLE 22903 SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON THE NOMINATION OF A PRESIDENT 14 September 1973

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THE PRESIDENT AND ATHLETICS

The Student Committee feels that the next President of the University should continue to build an athletic program which is competitive within our conference, but one which also places emphasis on building leadership characteristics in the individual participants rather than glory for the school. Athletic excellence isgoal to be relished and appreciated only after the athletes themselves are distinguished as leaders among their fellow students. The President must seek to implement a successful athletic program without sacrificing any of the academic standards which the University has maintained throughout its history.

The Committee feels that the next President should place renewed emphasis on the development of recreational facilities and programs, integrating athletics into all phases of student life, and that he should conscientiously coordinate the establishment of a fully developed inter-collegiate athletic program for women.

The Committee further recognizes the importance of the athletic programs at the University both in improving public relations and in obtaining financial aid for the University. Moreover, the Student Committee strongly urges that the President accept ultimate responsibility for all phases of the athletic program.