A Student-Athlete Development Program at the University of Memphis

  MISSION

The University of Memphis Athletic Department provides life skills support and development for its student-athletes in the areas of academic, athletic, personal, career, and service through the distribution of accessible resources, strategic partnerships and customized programming.

GOALS

Goal #1

• Focus on the development of the total person during their participation as an athlete and pursuit of building skills beyond the classroom

Goal #2

• Develop student-athletes as responsible representatives and leaders

Goal #3

• Support student-athlete input on issues related to their continually changing needs

 The Tiger PAWS Student-Athlete Development Plan at the University of Memphis is a four year guide to becoming the best version of yourself as a student-athlete. 

Tiger PAWS strives to help student-athletes balance school, sports and social life while encouraging participation in community service, career development, and mental development.  All of these aspects combine to provide the student-athlete with the best possible experiences while at the University of Memphis.  This helps the student-athlete grow and learn on and off the field.

By the time a student-athlete graduates from Memphis, they will have a better understanding of themselves and their future.

Click the links below for more detail:

The Tiger PAWS Four Year Plan Outline

Comprehensive List of Skills Addressed in Tiger PAWS

 Please contact the Student-Athlete Development Coordinator with any questions.

Kristin Rusboldt
107 Athletic Office Building
Memphis, TN 38152
Phone: 901-678-2388
Fax: 901-678-1653
E-mail: khopkins@memphis.edu