The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's department of Intercollegiate Athletics has a long history of excellence in promoting athletic competition, academic achievement and personal development in a supportive environment. The Department strives to maintain this legacy by producing championship caliber teams while providing each student-athlete the opportunity and resources to reach their highest potential in all areas of their lives. The University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics are committed to the equitable and fair treatment of all student-athletes without regard to race or gender.
Emphasis is placed on opportunities for full participation for women in the athletics program.
To insure that women are given every opportunity to participate, and are treated fairly the department has developed a Gender Equality Action Plan to monitor ad address issues pertaining to gender equity. Pride in oneself, respect for teammates, and pride in the institution are actively promoted. It is the goal of the department to produce graduates who are professionally prepared to meet the challenges of the future.