USD Volleyball 2005

Academic Support... The USD Athletic Academic Support Program is designed to promote the academic development of student-athletes. The primary objective is to offer the necessary resources for the academic success of student-athletes as they work to earn their degree. Academic Support Services are designed to enhance the student-athlete's overall collegiate experience and encour– age development and attainment of academic and career goals. In addition, student-athletes are encouraged to utilize the campus learning centers including the Writing, Math and Logic Centers as well as to take advantage of the resources available to them in the Career Center, Counseling Center and Computer Labs.

Former Torero volleyball player Lindsey Lampert (1998-01)

Sarabeth Pollock is in her first year as the Coordinator of Athletic Academic Support for the University of San Diego. She has worked as a tutor in the Athletic Department since the fall of 2001. Pollock earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History, with a minor in Spanish, from USO in 2002. She speaks Spanish and French fluently. A 5th generation San Diegan, she resides in Point Loma with her family.

The CHAMPS/ Life Skills program emphasizes five core commitment areas: * Commitment to Academic Development * Commitment to Athletic Development * Commitment to Personal Development * Commitment to Career Development * Commitment to Service

"The greatest challenge to a Division I athlete is to balance the demands ofsport while takingfitll advantage ofthe educational experience offered. The purpose of our program is to assist student-athletes in meeting this challenge by offering tutoring, advising, mentoring anda quiet environment to study. The academic support program is designed to assist students in adjusting to life at USD and developing sound academic and career plans. By promoting a philosophy ofindividual responsibility, which encourages each student-athlete to value their educational experience, the academic support program assists each athlete to realize theirfitll potential."

Shaney Fink Associate AD for Compliance & Student Services/SWA