Dear Future Running Eagle & Family,
Our mission is to develop student-athletes of character and integrity who will serve as positive members of not only the Life University community, but greater society after graduation.
Over the past decade, a foundation of excellence has been established by the studentathletes who have worn the Black and Life Green. At Life University, excellence both on and off the field has been a standard for which the athletic department has been built on. With an ever-growing academic distinction, a great student- athlete enrichment program, first-class athletic facilities, sponsorship by Adidas, and competing in the NAIA, we are confident that our best days are ahead of us!
We feel confident that you will contribute as we establish the Running Eagle Lacrosse tradition together. Our goal is to positively push you in a way that allows you to become the best student, athlete, and person possible. Lacrosse is a huge part of our lives, and we hope to use it to facilitate the life lessons and give you the tools that will help you achieve all your future endeavors.
We define a model program as one that wins or loses with class. It is important that we attack all obstacles with passion and purpose. While lacrosse is extremely important as is winning, success is the by-product of staying true to our character. In the large amount of time that we will spend together, you will be given an opportunity to join our brotherhood where everyone is expected to do their share for the good of the program.
It’s A Great Day To Be A Running Eagle
Michael J. Baggetta Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
Quick Facts
• Founded 1974
• PrivateCollege
• Accreditation: SACS
CCE • Location: Marietta, GA
• Athletic: NAIA
• Mascot: RunningEagles
• Colors: Green, LifeGreen, Yellow & Black
Enrollment
• 2,600+ Students
o14:1 Student to Faculty
oAvg Class: 20 Students
o47%:53% Male to Female
o195 Faculty Members
• Over 70% Student- Athletes (Largest Student-Athlete population of any Institution in Georgia)
• “#18 Most Diverse Colleges in America, #1 in Georgia” – Niche.Com
Life U school with BIG school resources.
Campus
• 110-Acres Serene Campus
Studies
14 Undergraduate Programs Biopsychology, Computer Info Management, Culinary Nutrition, Dietetics, Exercise Science, Health Coaching, Human Ecology, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Pre-Doctor of Chiropractic
oCareer Pathways to Education, Communications, Nursing, Criminal Justice, and more!
Graduate Studies
• 3 Graduate Programs
o5-Mile Hiking Trail
o5 Minute Walk Across Campus
• 2 Residence Halls
oStrategic Class Schedule
• LEED Certified Campus
• 4 Campus Eateries
oHealthy menu items with humanely sourced food
oOn-Campus Starbucks
Cost of Attendance
• Tuition & Fees
o Undergraduate - $15,036.00
o Graduate - $10,806.00
o Doctor of Chiropractic - $29,988.00
• Location
Student Life
o25 Minutes from Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport (World’s Busiest Airport Something for ProfessionalEveryone Sports Teams Distance Learning (Study Abroad) 0 + Clubs and Organizations
o20 Minutes from Downtown Atlanta
o Degrees – Clinical Nutrition, Positive Psychology, Sport Health Science,
o Master of Business Administration (To Be Added)
• Doctor of Chiropractic
o “#1 Chiropractic Program in America” – Nursingprocess.com
Center For Academic Excellence
• Tutoring Services (CRLA Certified)
• Writing Center
• Career Services
• Financial Aid
• Room & Board (The Commons)
o $10,350.00
o Federal Aid & Work Study
o Athletic & Merit Scholarships
o Hope, Zell & GTAG (Offered for Georgia Residents that qualify)
*COA is Based on the 2023-2024 School Year
o Resume Workshops, Career Fairs
o Internship Opportunities
o Access to 7 Fortune 500 Companies
• Office of Academic Accessibility
o Accommodations
• Academic Advisors
When building a winning tradition, it is important to start by establishing an identity that goes beyond the lacrosse field. The Life University Lacrosse program is defined by its blue-collar work ethic. It is our ATTITUDE, DISCIPLINE, and EFFORT that is the driving force that gives us the tools to stay true to our five pillars. Who we are as a program is the catalyst that creates relentlessness, passion, and toughness that allows our players to overcome adversity. The sum is greater than its parts, but it is important that each individual must invest themselves to fall in love with the PROCESS!
« ATTITUDE: It is a catalyst…A spark that creates extraordinary results, no fear of failure!
« DISCIPLINE: Do what you’re supposed to do, when you're supposed to do it, exactly like it is supposed to be done, and do it consistently, and have attention to detail!
« EFFORT: We embrace a commitment to always put forth our best effort. Be passionate, relentless and take pride!
1. DESIRE AND WILL TO GET BETTER
2. DESIRE AND WILL TO BE GREAT
3. DESIRE AND WILL TO WIN
4. DESIRE AND WILL TO BUILD A GREAT TRADITION
PRIDE
Stand for Something
BROTHERHOOD
The Team Comes First
COMMUNITY
We can enrich the lives of others around us
« Attention to Detail
« Grit
« Commitment
« Honesty
« Trust
LOYALITY
Got your six
« Reliability
« Dedication
« Allegiance
« Do the right things, for the right reason
« Be men of Character
« Dictate the narrative
CULTURE
Drives Expectation and Belief
« Start by defining success
« Understand the vision and expectations
« Be the standard
Culture drives expectation and beliefs; expectations and beliefs drive behavior; behavior drive habit; habits create the future. It all starts with CULTURE!! In the face of all adversity, it is your CULTURE that will be the driving force that creates RELENTLESSNESS, TOUGHNESS, PASSION, and ATITUDE to overcome the OBSTACLES in your way!! A CULTURE that is defined by a blue-collar work ethic, as well as selflessness, teamwork, relentless effort and CONTINOUS IMPROVEMENT!
As a Life University Lacrosse player, we are students first and athletes second. It is important that we recruit young men who are hardworking and responsible students. We expect that all members of our program understand they are both a full-time student and full-time athlete; this is communicated from the first time they step foot on campus as a recruit. Be a door opener, not a door closer!
ACADEMIC MISSION
« Team GPA of 3.0 or higher
« Every player maintains eligibility throughout their collegiate career
« Be a positive member of the university’s community by completing work on time, actively participating in class, being polite and respectful to all faculty, staff, and fellow classmates
ACADEMIC ACTION PLAN
« Class Attendance is Mandatory
« All freshman and players with GPAs below team standards of a 3.0 will attend six hours of study hall
« Weekly academic meetings with the coaching staff, for all newcomers
« Monthly progress reports
« Build positive and constructive relationships with faculty and staff members
Hunters with bad intentions Consumed by rage and brutality, we impose our will to set the tone.
« Man & Zone Principles
« Inside out
« Aggressive on-ball, strong support off-ball
With composure, we have a sniper's mentality – one shot, one goal
« Read Style Option Offense, the defense can never be right (Motion & Set Plays)
« High Percentage & Patient (Dunks not Three Pointers)
« Possession, Ball Control
Relentless and unforgiving, we are an unstoppable freight train.
« Up-Tempo (Practice Hard & Fast)
« Multiple Reps
« Competition
Designed to support the day-to-day operations of our players, coaches and staff, our first-class facilities have all the resources to assist Life U Lacrosse to prepare, execute and recover. Our state-of-the art facilities rank amongst the best collegiately.
Lupo Family Field
• 2,500 Seats
• VIP Seating
• New age Synthetic Grass
• Automated Camera System
• Eagles Vision Jumbotron
Video Board
Running Eagles Performance Center
• Men’s Lacrosse Locker Room
oGreen Room (Mud Room)
oTeam Room (Dry Room
• Media Room
• Athlete Care Facility
• Performance Training Center
Sports Performance Center
• 2 Sports Performance Coaches & Interns
• 3,000 Sq Feet
• 10 Power Racks
• 7,440 lbs of Free Weights
• Playertek+ GPS Tracking
Sports Medicine Center
• 12 Full-Time ATCs
• Team Doctors & Chiropractors
• 4 Athletic Care Facilities
• X-Ray Imagining
• New Age Recovery
• Rehab Center
• Hydrotherapy Center
Performance Nutrition Fuel Station
• Sports Specialist Dietician
• Nutrition Meal Planning
• Post Workout & Practice Recovery snacks
• Nutrition Workshops
Student-Athlete Enrichment Suite
• Academic Advising
• Study Hall & Tutoring
• Academic Monitoring
• Preferential Class Scheduling
• Academic Workshops
Life University’s Athletic Department is woven into the fiber of the campus and community’s culture. The expectation to achieve national eminence both in academic and athletic performance has become a driving force Life U and the athletic department places the highest empha athlete experience by affording intercollegiate athletics. While continuously improving standard and has become the model for many intercollegiate athletic programs nationally. The department’s commitment to excellence
A leading institution in performance and meaningful student
We exist because we believe in the expansive opportunities for growth and mobility that sport and higher education provides. We show up every day pursuing constant growth through grit and by way of systems performed with integrity.
• Constant Growth
• Grit
• Integrity
• Respect
« 23 Varsity Sports
« 650+ Student-Athletes
« 3.1 Overall GPA (45% with 3.5 or higher
« 33 - Team National Champions
« 105 - Individual National Champions
« 41 - NAIA All-Academic Team
« 2 - National Player of the Year
« 5 - National Coach of the Year
« 501 – All-Americans
“Ranked #8 Best College Athletics in Georgia, #1 Small College” – Niche.com
