Student Athlete Handbook

Student Athlete Guidelines

The following information is provided as an introduction to the Williams College Department of Athletics.  The information in these guidelines will be instrumental in introducing you to many of the policies and expectations of the department.  We are excited about your participation in intercollegiate athletics at Williams and hope you have a tremendous experience.

Athletic Department Mission Statement

The Williams College Department of Physical Education, Athletics and Recreation is committed to providing the broadest feasible, gender equitable, athletics, physical education, and recreation program to meet the needs and interests of our student body.  The Department strives to provide experiences that stimulate and enhance our students’ personal growth.  The Department is dedicated to providing the teaching and leadership which will enable our students to maximize their individual and team athletic potential within the context of a rigorous liberal arts education.