University of Minnesota Athletics

Mission, Goals & Vision

Mission Statement

→ To foster a collaborative environment where experts from the University of Minnesota’s clinical and academic communities unite to advance the health and performance of student-athletes and the broader community. Our mission is to lead in developing, discovering, and applying best practices in athlete health, driven by research and innovation.

Goals

→ Elevate Athlete Care: Implement cutting-edge practices to optimize the health and performance of athletes.
→ Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage advanced testing and analytics to inform personalized athlete-level decisions.
→ Pioneer Research: Conduct and apply long-term, actionable research that enhances athletic performance, accelerates recovery, and reduces injury risk.
→ Cultivate Leadership: Educate and mentor the next generation of leaders in sports health and performance.
→ Champion Diversity: Promote and enhance diversity among sports health and performance professionals, fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.

Vision

→ To be a national leader in athletic health, performance, research, and analytics, setting the standard for excellence and innovation in both local and national arenas.