Mary Bowman Title:Assoc. Athletics Director for Student Support Services Phone:585-6850 Fax: 801.585.5023 Email:
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About Mary Bowman
Mary is in her 12th year at the University of Utah. Prior to coming to the U of U, she was in public education for 25 years, teaching and coaching volleyball and track. She received her Bachelors of Arts degree from the University of Northern Colorado, and her Masters of Education degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Utah.
While a school counselor at East High School in Salt Lake City, she coordinated the college entrance testing programs. She grew up in Iowa and played “half court” girls basketball in high school and then progressed to full court basketball while in college. When not working, Mary enjoys cycling, spinning, reading and working outside in the yard. She has two sons, JJ who lives in Portland, Oregon, and Chris who lives in SLC, Utah.
Manny Hendrix Title:Director of Athletics Relations/Varsity Club
Phone Phone:(801) 585-7233 Fax: 801.585.5023 Email:
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About Manny Hendrix
About Life Skills
"Inherently, each one of us has the substance within to achieve whatever our goals and dreams define. What is missing from each of us is the training, education, knowledge and insight to utilize what we already have."
- Mark Twain
The mission of the NCAA is to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the campus educational program and the student-athlete as an integral part of the student body. With this in mind, the CHAMPS/Life Skills Program was created to support the student-athlete development initiatives ofNCAA member institutions and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the context of higher education.
In the process of achieving this mission, the CHAMPS/Life Skills Program will:
Promote student-athletes' ownership of their academic, athletic, career, personal and community responsibilities.
Meet the changing needs of student-athletes.
Promote respect for diversity and inclusion among student-athletes.
Assist student-athletes in identifying and applying transferable skills.
Enhance partnerships between the NCAA, member institutions and their communities for the purpose of education.
Foster an environment that encourages student-athletes to effectively access campus resources.
Encourage the development of character, integrity and leadership skills.
Participating institutions in the CHAMPS/Life Skills Program are provided with instructional materials and supplemental resources which support a student-athlete's development in five areas: academics, athletics, personal development, career development and community service.
CHAMPS/Life Skills Program Commitment Statements
Commitment to Academic Excellence To support the academic progress of the student-athlete toward intellectual development and graduation.
Commitment to Athletic Excellence To build philosophical foundations for the development of athletic programs that are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athlete.
Commitment to Personal Development To support the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, leadership, personal growth and decision-making skills.
Commitment to Career Development To encourage the student-athlete to develop and pursue career and life goals.
Commitment to Service To engage the student-athlete in service to his or her campus and surrounding communities.
University of Utah Program of Excellence Award 2004-05
