The mission of the Drake University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is to provide a positive athletic experience to all individuals regardless of race, religion or gender. These experiences should enhance and support the individual's academic development and personal growth in a program dedicated to quality and excellence at the NCAA Division I level.

To prepare our student-athletes for productive careers, active and responsible citizenship and life-long learning, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics emphasizes personal development, professional preparation and degree completion. The importance of intellectual honesty, independent thinking, personal integrity and humane sensitivity is stressed.

The athletic program seeks to comply with both the intent and the letter of NCAA rules and regulations, field teams and individuals that are competitive in their respective conferences and bring positive recognition to Drake University.