Objectives of Champions of Character

  • To develop a comprehensive NAIA "Champions of Character" program.
  • To encourage all NAIA institutions to champion character development in all sports programs.
  • To establish character development expectations for NAIA student-athletes, coaches, administrators and spectators involved in intercollegiate athletics.
  • To develop standards of accountability for all NAIA student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and spectators so that all will take responsibility for their actions.
  • To implement a program of assessment and accountability of the NAIA "Champions of Character" initiative at all NAIA institutions.
  • To initiate a community outreach program with a character development emphasis.
  • To develop community service outreach opportunities at NAIA championship sites.
  • To establish a Character Center that will bring national attention to effect character traits, educate people on character principles and develop initiatives for character education.