Colgate University Athletics

Colgate Athletics Vision and Virtues

VISION: To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence

Inclusive: We seek to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, professionals, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success.

Community: We share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution.  

Competitive Excellence: We strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better everyday with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

VIRTUES: Our virtues are lived values - we are at our best when we are: 

• Thoughtful — Careful, reasoned, inclusive, action
• Driven — Relentless, energetic, focused pursuit of courageous goals
• Enthusiastic — Passionate, positive, fun presence
• Cohesive — Close-knit, collaborative, consistent teamwork
• Bold — Creative, resourceful, fearless winners