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Austin Peay State University Athletics

Governors Athletics Mission, Vision, and Values

Our Mission

Austin Peay Athletics mission is to facilitate a culture of excellence that equips and empowers our GOVS for lifelong success.

Our Vision

To be the premier mid-major Division I athletics department by providing our student-athletes with an exceptional experience in a culture of excellence for all Governors.

Our Values

Growth – Fostering an environment of personal, academic, and professional growth and wellness that allows student-athletes to purse excellence in all aspects of their college experience.
Opportunity – Providing transformational opportunities. Equipping student-athletes with the opportunities and resources to positively transform their lives
Victory – Experiencing victory in competition by consistently competing for championships. Experiencing victory in the classroom by excelling academically, while preparing GOVS to experience victory in life and to thrive after APSU.
Synergy – Collaborating and cultivating partnerships with campus and community leaders to increase APSU Athletics visibility

Total Gov Concept

The foundation of the ‘Total Gov’ concept is to expect success, attack challenges with enthusiasm and believe there is a way to perform to our fullest potential.

We seek for all Governors to pursue excellence in all aspects of their experience: leadership development, professional development, personal growth and wellness, and community outreach.