The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the member institutions that have achieved Champions of Character Five-Star designations. Walla Walla University was named an NAIA Champions of Character Gold Five-Star Award winner for the 2024–25 academic year.

This marks the second consecutive year that Walla Walla University has earned Gold designation.

In total, 210 member institutions were recognized as Champions of Character Five-Star Award winners for 2024–25. Institutions are evaluated on their demonstrated commitment to Champions of Character and earn points in areas such as character training, conduct in competition, academic focus, character recognition, and character promotion. Points are also awarded for high student-athlete grade point averages and for maintaining minimal to no ejections during competition.

View the full rankings on the NAIA website. To learn more about athletics at WWU, visit uwolves.com.

Posted August 5, 2025