Total Person Program

It is the mission of Georgia Tech Athletics to educate and empower student-athletes to be champions life, through leadership development, professional development, personal growth & wellness, and community outreach. Dr. Homer Rice, former Georgia Tech Athletics Director, originally conceived the Total Person concept on his belief that excellence results from a balanced life that encompasses academic excellence, athletic achievement, and personal well-being. Georgia Tech was the originator of what is now adopted as the NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills program due to the existence of the Total Person concept.

Leadership Development:
Mission: Equip our student-athletes with tools and principles to strengthen their foundation of resiliency and mental toughness to help them build positive teams by developing accountability, improving decision-making, and increasing effective communication.
Career Development:
Mission: Provide resources for our student-athletes to determine their career interests, develop resumes, prepare for job interviews, learn how to market themselves in the workforce, and assist with internship opportunities and potential full-time employment upon completion of their degree.
Total Wellness:
Mission: Enhance the overall well-being of the student-athlete with educational programs, resources and workshops.
Community Outreach:
Mission: Highlight the importance of giving back and being a role model for aspiring young students and athletes by providing student-athletes opportunities to serve their communities.
Social Impact:
Mission: Create opportunities for student-athletes to learn and discuss social issues while empowering them to affect positive change in the community.