D1 Transition Update Oct. 2022

going head-to-head with the best of the best

Philanthropic priorities

We need partners to help capitalize on this momentous opportunity to raise our national profile through athletics and propel our pursuit of comprehensive excellence as a leading Catholic university. Over a five-year provisional period, we must close the gap between St. Thomas and our D-I peers by creating the support necessary to succeed as a fully integrated D-I university. Investments in the following areas will transform the educational experience of our students, create opportunities for our student-athletes to compete at the highest level and bring pride and recognition to our community:

• SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT to recruit and provide access for accomplished student-athletes, without finances as a barrier. • OPERATIONAL SUPPORT AND INVESTMENTS IN PROGRAMMATIC INITIATIVES for student health, fitness and wellness, mentoring, tutoring and career services. • NEW AND ENHANCED D-I FACILITIES to attract student-athletes and fans and generate the necessary revenue to build a financially sustainable D-I program.

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