STARS (Student-Athletes Reaching for Success)
The Department of Athletics at Robert Morris, in coordination with the Offices of Residence Life and Student Affairs and the Career Services, has established the STARS program. The goal of the program is to coordinate and provide University services and programs in order to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience at RMU. The STARS program includes:
1. Academic Development
Services are in place to support student-athletes in their academic pursuit with the goal of having each student-athlete graduate. Tutoring is provided free to student-athletes, and the Athletic Department monitors academic progress throughout each term. Each student-athlete is assigned a faculty advisor and counselor, and advising is also available through the Athletic Department. High academic performance is recognized with a T-shirt award program and the end-of-the-year team and individual academic rewards. Early registration and missed classed policies help student-athletes coordinate the demands of athletics and academics.
2. Personal Development
Participating in intercollegiate athletics places many demands on student-athletes. At RMU, a variety of programs and services exist to make student-athletes more aware of, and capable of dealing with, issues such as time management, health and nutrition, stress management, fiscal responsibility and interpersonal relationships. The goal is to provide student-athletes with information that helps them make informed choices.
3. Career Development
One of the expected outcomes of a college education is the successful movement of a graduate into a career. Career guidance at RMU is provided through academic departments. At the Career Center, student-athletes can receive career counseling and participate in seminars related to job searches, resume writing and mock interviews. A job fair brings over 140 employers to the RMU campus each fall.
4. Service
Individuals live within a larger community. RMU student-athletes, coaches and administrators participate in activities that contribute to the community. Past activities have included reading to elementary school students, visiting retirement homes, participating in youth sports clinics and cleaning of highways.
