Queens Statement of Philosophy for the Athletics Program
Vision: The Department of Athletics at Queens will be recognized as a leading Division II program in the United States distinguished by its commitment to transforming the lives of its students, and consistently competing at the highest possible levels in numerous sports.
Athletics Department Mission Statement
Mission: The Department of Athletics at Queens provides student-athletes with exceptional athletics and educational experiences in partnership with student life and academic affairs that transform students’ lives and foster personal and professional success.
To support the mission of the university to educate students; the Department of Athletics strives to develop and integrate intercollegiate participation opportunities in a sportsman like manner that reflect the core values and traditions of the university.
To fulfill its mission, Queens Athletics is committed to fostering excellence in the following:
• Support academic responsibility and integrity consistent with successful progress towards graduation,
• In accordance with NCAA and Conference principles, govern competition and participation opportunities in a safe, positive, fair and equitable environment that contribute to the life long well being of the student-athlete,
• Garner and support diversity and inclusion among all individuals,
• Foster and environment that promotes physical, emotional and social well-being that contribute to life long health, and
• Promote equitable opportunities for the recruitment, growth, participation and retention of student-athletes, coaches and support personnel including women and minorities throughout the department of athletics.
History
From the
150 Stories of Queens
Go Team! Go Queens! Go Royals! Cheers for Queens’ athletic teams have echoed on courts and fields, from stands and bleachers throughout the institution’s history.
The 1915 yearbook, the Edelweiss, describes how the Athletic Association was divided into the “Purples” and the “Yellows,” with a loving-cup offered to the side with the most points. The females students competed in popular sports of the day such as roller-skating, where points were awarded for speed, grace and skill, and “basket-ball,” playing games against the Y.W.C.A. and Charlotte High School.
Today, Queens has established a rich and prominent presence among National Collegiate Athletics Association Division II programs throughout the nation. Upon going co-ed in 1987, Queens joined the NCAA Division II, which allows the University to offer athletic scholarships and compete for national championships. The Queens Royals are also a member of the Conference Carolinas. As Queens marks this 20-year anniversary in 2007, the University remains proud of its athletic heritage and the achievements of its 16 varsity sports programs, coaching staff and its student-athletes.
To purchase the 150 Stories of Queens book or other Queens merchandise, please visit our Queens Alumni Store or Queens Student Store.
Rex, the Mascot
From
From the 150 Stories of Queens
A faculty/staff committee was formed in the fall of 1988 to request student suggestions for an official mascot and/or team name. At the time, the proposed mascots varied wildly. One idea was to use “an indigenous campus species” – the Grey Squirrels. These critters were known for their accuracy in hurling nuts at students strolling across campus, and some students even argued their accuracy would inspire student athletes.
Based on the responses, however, the committee narrowed the list down to the Knights, Sting and Royals. Students were then asked to vote for one of these. Dr. Wireman, true to his reputation of always listening to the students, thought it best to take a step back and allow more student involvement.
Athletic Director Dale Layer then put together a forum to solicit input. Approximately 25 female students attended who wanted a voice in the process. These students banded together and pushed hard for a new mascot – the Griffins. As a result, two new choices were added to the list of finalists – the Bees and the Griffins, and once again students were asked to vote.
The final results were Royals, Sting and Griffins, in that order. The committee brought in an artist to provide ideas of what the Royals might look like. After reviewing several options, a near consensus was reached, with a lion being selected as the official Royals mascot. The unveiling happened at a large outdoor party during the spring term. The students were satisfied with the process. The Royals nickname and lion mascot were embraced, and a new chapter was written in Queens’ history.
To kick-off the Queens University of Charlotte Sesquicentennial celebration the Royals mascot “Rex” received a makeover. His new look fully represents Queens Athletics – full of spirit! To read the full story about the Queens Sesquicentennial campus kick-off event and the introduction of the “new” Rex, please click here.
Driving Directions
To:
Queens University of Charlotte, 1900 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, N.C.
From I-85 (North) from SC:
Off of I-85, take Exit 33 (Billy Graham Parkway). This turns into Woodlawn Road. Continue on Woodlawn. You will cross South Boulevard and Park Road.
Once you cross Park Road (Park Road Shopping Center will be on your left), go to the second traffic signal and turn left onto Selwyn Avenue.
We are approximately one mile up Selwyn Avenue. Once you cross Wellesley Avenue the campus will be directly on your left.
From I-85 (South) from Greensboro:
Off of I-85 (South), take the I-77 (South) Exit. Off of I-77 (South), take Exit 6A (Woodlawn Road/Queens University of Charlotte Exit). Over the next couple of miles, you will cross South Boulevard and Park Road.
Once you cross Park Road (Park Road Shopping Center will be on your left), go to the second traffic signal and turn left onto Selwyn Avenue.
We are approximately one mile up Selwyn Avenue. Once you cross Wellesley Avenue the campus is directly on your left.
From I-77 (North or South):
Off of I-77, take Exit 6A (Woodlawn Road/Queens University of Charlotte exit). Over the next couple of miles, you will cross South Boulevard and Park Road.
Once you cross Park Road (Park Road Shopping Center will be on your left), go to the second traffic signal and turn left onto Selwyn Avenue.
We are approximately one mile down Selwyn Avenue. Once you cross Wellesley Avenue the campus will be directly on your left.
From US 74 (West) from Monroe:
Off of US 74 (West), turn left on Sharon Amity (stoplight past the Gold Office Building, which will be on the right). While on Sharon Amity, you will cross Monroe Road, Randolph Road, and then you will come to Providence Road. Turn right on Providence.
While on Providence, you will cross Wendover Road. Go to the third traffic signal after Wendover and turn left onto Queens Road. At this intersection there will be two large stone churches on your left.
Queens Road becomes Selwyn Avenue at the first traffic signal. Go through the light and the campus will be directly to your right.
Directions to the Queens Sports Complex
from Queens University of Charlotte
If exiting the Radcliffe lot, turn left on Radcliffe, then right on Selwyn at the light.
If exiting the Clocktower lot, turn right on Radcliffe, then right on Selwyn at the light.
If exiting the Dana / McColl school lots, turn left on Wellesley, then right on Selwyn.
If exiting Burwell Circle, turn right on Selwyn.
Stay on Selwyn for roughly 2 1/4 miles. Selwyn ends abruptly with a sharp right turn to a stoplight; be in the left lane going into this turn.
Turn left at the light onto Park Road.
Make a right at the first light onto Tyvola Road.
The Queens Sports Complex is in Marion Diehl Park at 2219 Tyvola Road (on the right).
Directions to the Queens Sports Complex from I-77
From I-77, take exit 5 (Tyvola Road, East)
Over the next couple of miles on Tyvola, you will cross South Boulevard, Seacroft Road, and Wedgewood Drive.
After Wedgewood, the Queens Sports Complex will be on your left in Marion Diehl Park. There is no left turn, so you will need to pass the park to find a safe place to turn around.
Once you have turned around on Tyvola, the Queens Sports Complex will be on your right at 2219 Tyvola.
Maps
To view the Queens University of Charlotte map or a Charlotte regional map, please click here.Off of I-85, take Exit 33 (Billy Graham Parkway). This turns into Woodlawn Road, which you will follow for a couple of miles. You will cross South Boulevard and Park Road.