Student athlete handbook
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Athletics Appeals Committee The Athletics Appeals Committee was formulated in June 2001 to serve as the institutional entity to hear grievances or appeals from student-athletes as they relate to the NCAA regulations in regards to financial aid and transfers. Specifically, the NCAA requires that an appeals hearing be offered, upon the request of the student-athlete, in the following scenarios:
2009-10 Athletic Appeals Committee Membership Bob Keefer, Faculty Athletics Representative Dave Reeder, Director of Financial Aid David Rehm, Vice President for Academic Affairs
Procedures
Sexual Harassment Mount St. Mary’s University is a Catholic University committed to upholding standards which promote respect and human dignity in an environment fostering learning and professionalism. Any form of sexual harassment is a violation of these standards and a violation of state and federal laws and will not be tolerated by the University. The Mount Saint Mary’s University sexual harassment policy is outlined in the Governing Documents of the University, on page 14-6. Grievance procedures for allegations of sexual harassment are detailed on pages 14-8 and 14-9 in the Governing Documents.
2. Speak to the Player/Coach:
3. Find a Mediator
4. Do Not Make Assumptions:
5. Player Needs a Change:
6. Keep the Problem Individual:
7. When All Else Fails:
Should a conflict escalate to a level where a student-athlete feels compelled to file a grievance against a coach, the following procedures will be followed:
Academic Policies University Requirements In order to graduate from Mount Saint Mary's University, a student must earn a minimum of 120 semester hours, with a cumulative grade point average of a least 2.00. In addition, students must complete the courses and number of credit hours required in their academic major, maintaining a 2.0 average in all required and elective courses; fulfill all requirements for the liberal arts core curriculum; and be enrolled at the University for their final two full-time semesters of credit prior to graduation. All students should refer to the Mount Saint Mary's University Undergraduate Catalog for a complete listing of all courses, majors, and academic requirements. In addition, students should check their records periodically with their faculty advisor or with the Dean for Academic Affairs to ensure they are in accordance with all graduation requirements. This responsibility rests with the student. Each faculty member has the freedom to establish a policy on grading in each class taught. Letter grades and corresponding grade point values per credit hour are as follows: A…4.00 A-…3.67 B+…3.33 B…3.00 B-…2.67 C+…2.33 C…2.00 C-….1.67 D+…1.33 D…1.00 D-…0.67 F…0.00 Other grade classifications: P/F….Pass/Fail FA….Failure due to absence W…..Withdraw I…….Incomplete Class Registration Every student at Mount Saint Mary's University who plans to attend the following semester must register for classes at the appropriate time. Students in attendance receive first consideration for the selection of courses for the ensuing semester. Full instructions for on-line class registration are sent to all students each semester from the Dean for Academic Affairs. Students are expected to abide by the registration instructions and timelines established by the Dean. Student-athletes register in the same manner as all students at Mount Saint Mary's. Prior to registering for classes, it is recommended that student-athletes consider team commitments, if possible, when scheduling classes. Because good class attendance is essential for academic success, it in not recommended that a student take a course that requires more than four athletically related absences. An add/drop period at the beginning of each semester affords students an opportunity to adjust their schedules. Class Attendance Each faculty member has his or her own attendance policy, which is explained at the start of each semester. Student-athletes are expected to attend all possible classes. During the first week of classes each semester, student-athletes are urged to inform their professors of team commitments and potential scheduling conflicts with class. A student-athlete is not permitted to miss class because of a team practice session. The only permissible time to miss class is due to a Mount Saint Mary's intercollegiate team competition or travel to a team competition. If class is missed, student-athletes remain responsible for all work and assignments covered in their absence. The following Missed Class Policy is in effect for the 2009-10 academic year. Mount Saint Mary's University --- Missed Class Policy
Student-Athlete Academic Responsibilities
Academic Support Services The Office of Learning Services offers a large variety of programs designed to help students succeed in their studies. MSM student-athletes are encouraged to take advantage of these services, but are also expected to be responsible for the success of their own academic career. Learning Services provides academic guidance and study skills training to student-athletes, including academic performance tracking, individual study skills instruction, peer tutoring, and study halls. Learning Services supports a fully-equipped computer lab, open for use 24 hours daily. Mount Saint Mary's University recognizes that students with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accomodations and appropriate academic adjustments. Student-athletes with properly documented disabilities should contact the Learning Services Director to discuss their eligibility for academic accomodations. Department of Sports Medicine/Athletic Training Introduction The Mount Saint Mary's University Wellness Center is the main source of medical attention for student-athletes during the school year. It provides outpatient health services and health education to regularly enrolled students. The Department of Sports Medicine works in a cooperative manner to assist with the medical needs of the student-athlete. Certified Athletic Trainers will provide student-athletes with their health care needs and direct them to individual care if warranted. Purpose The Department of Sports Medicine is responsible for the prevention, medical care, treatment, an rehabilitation of injuries incurred by all student-athletes while participating in the Mount Saint Mary's University Athletics Program. The philosophy of care is to treat student-athletes and return them to participation as quickly as possible without jeopardizing their health or further injury. This implies that you, the student-athlete, should be taking care of yourself with regards to nutrition, rest, and conditioning. You must report all injuries and illnesses to the Department of Sports Medicine and keep all appointments for treatment and rehabilitation. Athletics Department’s Responsibility The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for providing medical services to student-athletes who are injured in a practice or game occurring under a coach’s supervision. The Department of Sports Medicine staff may administer medical aid during the student-athlete’s academic year, but only for sports related conditions. Health Insurance Coverage All student-athletes must have their own personal health insurance plan and coverage (this is referred to as primary insurance). A student-athlete may be covered by their parent’s primary insurance. If the student-athlete is not covered under their parent’s policy, or if such primary insurance policies are restrictive to the availability of health care while the student is attending Mount St. Mary’s, the University student insurance policy may be purchased through the Wellness Center. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has a supplementary, secondary insurance policy. This supplementary, secondary insurance policy requires that the insured student-athlete or parents must first submit the medical bills to their primary medical or hospitalization insurance. Medical expenses for athletically-related injuries not covered under the primary insurance, will be paid under the University’s policy, subject to its limitations and conditions. Requirements for Intercollegiate Athletics Participation Prior to participation in intercollegiate athletics all freshmen and transfer students, as well as juniors and 5th year student-athletes, must pass a medical physical examination. Returning juniors and 5th year student-athletes will be notified of the dates and times for their physicals at the start of the academic year, and the exam will be offered free of charge. In addition to the physical examinations, all student-athletes must have the proper paperwork on file in the Department of Sports Medicine prior to sports participation. This paperwork is separate and in addition to the required health forms for the University Wellness Center and is available from the Sports Medicine webpage. The Sports Medicine Department must be notified at once if there is a change in a student’s primary insurance plan. Policies and Procedures The Department of Sports Medicine/Athletics Training Room policies and procedures are designed to serve all student-athletes in the best possible manner and to allow them to receive the best possible care. Please assist yourself, each other, and our Sports Medicine staff by complying with our set policies.
Please make the Department of Sports Medicine aware of all of your medical/health problems, communicate with the coaches and physicians regarding your status and progress, and help us keep your records up to date. If you require emergency treatment of any injury or illness (during off-hours of the Training Room) you need not notify the Sports Medicine staff in advance. However, notification should be given to the Athletic Trainer as soon as possible. Any and all personal matters will be handled with discretion, privacy, and strict confidentiality. All medical information is confidential unless released by the student-athlete. NCAA Drug Testing Program The NCAA has strict rules regarding the use of drugs by student-athletes. Before competing in intercollegiate athletics each year, student-athletes must sign the NCAA Drug Testing Consent Form. Failure to complete the form will result in immediate ineligibility. The NCAA conducts drug tests at all NCAA Championships. The NCAA also conducts an on-campus program each year in which student-athletes from one or more sports teams are randomly selected (by the NCAA) to be drug tested. A positive drug test could render a student-athlete ineligible for an entire season or permanently, depending on the circumstances. Student-athletes should consult with the Head Athletic Trainer, who has the list of all NCAA banned substances. Certain over the counter nutritional supplements may contain banned substances. Always check the ingredients with the Sports Medicine staff. Tobacco Policy The Mount Saint Mary's University Intercollegiate Athletics Department strictly adheres to the NCAA rule regarding the use of tobacco products. This rule states that the use of tobacco products is prohibited by all players, coaches, and all game personnel, in all sports during practice and competition. Violation of this rule may lead to a suspension of athletics activities. Media Contact As a student-athlete at Mount Saint Mary's University, you may have the opportunity from time to time to deal with various members of the news media. How you handle these encounters affects the way the public views Mount Saint Mary's University. The Sports Information Office handles all media relations pertaining to all Mount intercollegiate teams. Interviews with student-athletes will be coordinated by the Director of Sports Information. Never agree to any interview without first consulting with the Sports Information Director. Student-Athlete Advisory Committee The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is made up of student representatives from the various intercollegiate sports teams at Mount Saint Mary's. The purpose of SAAC is to give MSM student-athletes better representation on campus and within the Athletics Department. SAAC has a representative on the Athletics Advisory Board and on the Northeast Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. SAAC has established bylaws and elects officers each year. The committee meets regularly during the academic year to discuss various topics. SAAC representatives participate in community service activities as well as the coordinating, planning, and fundraising for the Blue and White Sports Banquet held each May in honor of all MSM student-athletes. For more information on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, please consult your team representative, coach, or the Advisor of SAAC. NCAA CHAMPS/Lifeskills Program This program was created by the NCAA to support the student development initiatives of its member institutions and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the University setting. During the academic year, activities will be held which will focus on developing and enhancing the Mount Saint Mary's University student-athlete experience within one or more of the CHAMPS/Lifeskills areas: academics, athletics, personal development, career development, and community service. Student-athletes from all MSM intercollegiate sports teams are encouraged to participate. Each year, a student-athlete representative from Mount Saint Mary's is chosen by the NCAA to attend the annual NCAA Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida. Student-Athlete Exit Interviews Exit Interviews of student-athletes are required by NCAA Constitution 6.3.2. At Mount Saint Mary's University, this process is coordinated by the Faculty Athletics Representative. Late in the Spring Semester each year, all senior members of MSM intercollegiate athletic teams are sent an exit interview that is in written survey format. Students are asked to (anonymously) complete and return the questionnaire by a specific date, to the Faculty Athletics Representative. The results of the exit interviews are used to assess the overall collegiate athletics experience of MSM student-athletes. NCAA Student Assistance Fund The NCAA has created a Student Assistance Fund for student-athletes. The Student Assistance Fund is intended to provide direct benefits to student-athletes or their families as determined by the Northeast Conference. As a guiding principle, the fund should be used to assist student-athletes in meeting financial needs that arise in conjunction with participation in intercollegiate athletics, enrollment in an academic curriculum or that recognize academic achievement. This funding is dispersed from the Northeast Conference office throughout the academic year. Permissible Uses of the Student Assistance Fund
Student-athletes are responsible for submitting all proper receipts of expenditures. In order to comply with federal tax regulations, the money must be recorded as income for tax purposes. NCAA Rules and Regulations As a member of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA), Mount Saint Mary's University is committed being in compliance with the many rules and regulations of this organization. Student-athletes must share in this responsibility. The following is a summary of some of the rules which affect the eligibility of student-athletes. Any questions about NCAA rules and regulations should be directed to Jennifer Wivell, Director of Compliance (x6782). Eligibility A student-athlete in an NCAA Division I program has four seasons of eligibility for intercollegiate competition in each sport and must complete his/her seasons within five calendar years beginning with the semester that the student first registered as a full-time student in any collegiate institution. A year of eligibility is used as soon as an individual takes part in any competition, including scrimmages, at any two or four-year institution. All student-athletes must:
Initial Eligibility In order to practice and compete during their freshman year, all student-athletes must be registered with, and certified as eligible, by the NCAA Eligibility Center. Continuing Eligibility Subsequent to a student’s freshman year in University, NCAA continuing eligiblity regulations go into effect. To be eligible to compete, a student-athlete must be enrolled in at least a full-time program of studies (not less than 12 semester hours); be considered in good academic standing; and maintain satisfactory progress towards a baccalaureate degree. During the first two years of collegiate enrollment, a student-athlete may make progress toward any degree at the University. Beginning with the student-athlete’s fifth semester, progress must be made toward a designated degree program. Eligibility for competition subsequent to the student-athlete’s first academic year in residence or after the student-athlete has utilized one season of eligibility in any sport at the University will be determined at the beginning of the fall semester based upon (a) satisfactory completion of at least 12 semester hours during each of the previoius academic term or terms in which the student-athlete has been enrolled, or (b) satisfactory completion of 24 hours of academic credit since the beginning of the previous fall term. In addition, 75% of the hours used to meet the satisfactory progress rule must be earned during the regular academic year. No more than 25% of these hours can be earned during the summer session term. In addition, all student-athletes must earn at least 6 credits per term. If a student-athlete earns less than six credits in a particular term, he or she is ineligible for athletics participation the following semester. A student-athlete must be in considered in good academic standing according to standards established by the institution.A student-athlete’s eligibility under the satisfactory progress rule will be determined on the basis of the student’s academic record at the beginning of the Fall term. If a student-athlete is ineligible at this time, eligibility can be reevaluated at the beginning of the next term, based upon the student’s completion of the necessary credit hours. Certification can then be determined at the beginning of the next academic semester. Student-athletes must formally declare their major prior to the start of their Junior year in University. The fulfillment of the credit hour requirement for a student-athlete to be eligible for competition based on the satisfactory completion of the following:
Student-athletes who do not meet these minimums render themselves ineligible. In addition, the minimum percentage of degree requirements a student-athlete must satisfy to be eligible for competition is: 40% of the degree completed prior to the student-athlete’s third year of enrollment; 60% of the degree completed prior to the student-athlete’s fourth year of enrollment; and 80% of the degree completed prior to the student-athlete’s fifth year of enrollment. The following minimum grade point averages must be earned for a student-athlete to be eligible:
Grade point averages of all student-athletes must be checked each semester. Student-athletes who do not meet these minimums prior to the start of each term render themselves ineligible. Transfer Eligibility Transferring to a Division I school usually requires a one year residency period prior to granting eligibility for participation in competition. There are waivers available to eliminate this requirement (not in the sports of basketball and football), however proper documentation must be on file in the Athletics Department before eligibility can be established. It is the responsibility of the student-athlete to discuss his/her transfer situation with the appropriate sport coach and the Associate Athletics Director. Extra Benefits Many NCAA institutions receive penalties for providing “extra benefits” to student-athletes. An extra benefit is any special arrangement by a University employee or representative of the school’s athletics interests (booster), to provide a student-athlete with a benefit not expressly stated as permissible by NCAA rules, and one that is not generally available to all students. Student-athletes share the responsibility of preventing such violations of NCAA regulations by making sure that they are not the recipient of any of these extra benefits. The following are some examples of extra benefits that are not permissible for student-athletes to receive:
These are some of the possibilities, but there are many more. If a certain benefit is not generally available to all students, than it would probably be considered an extra benefit and not permissible under NCAA legislation. Accepting an extra benefit may render a student-athlete ineligible, so when in doubt, contact the Associate Athletics Director immediately. You may receive an occasional family meal from an institutional staff member or representative of athletics interests as long as the meal is provided in the individual’s home. Meals are restricted to infrequent and special occasions. Transportation may be provided to attend such a meal. Institutional staff members may provide reasonable local transportation to student-athletes on an occasional basis. Amateur Status/Outside Competition To remain eligible, it is important to remember not to endanger your amateur status or violate NCAA rules regarding outside competition. You cannot, within your sport:
Financial Aid Student-athletes can receive institutional financial aid, including athletics scholarship aid, that covers the cost of tuition, fees, room and board, and required course-related books. NCAA regulations specify that a student-athlete cannot accept aid beyond these costs during the academic year, unless the student-athlete is a Pell Grant recipient. Employment Earnings Student-athletes are permitted to be employed during the academic year, as well as in the summer. This employment may be on or off-campus. Student-athletes must be paid the “going rate” for this employment. Student-athletes should complete a Student-athlete Employment Form prior to accepting an off-campus job during the academic year. This form can be obtained from the NCAA Compliance Office. Athletic Scholarships Some student-athletes at Mount Saint Mary's University receive athletic grant-in-aids (athletic scholarships). The awarding of these scholarships is governed by NCAA and University regulations. Athletic scholarships cannot be awarded for a period of more than one academic year. Per NCAA Bylaw 15.3.3.1.1, which states: “A staff member may inform a prospect that the Athletics Department will recommend to the financial aid authority that the prospect’s financial aid be renewed each year for a period of four years and may indicate that the authority has always followed the Athletics Department recommendations in the past. However, the prospect must be informed that renewal will not be automatic.” Athletic scholarships cannot be increased, reduced, or canceled during the period of the award because of a student-athlete’s athletic performance, injury, or illness. An athletics scholarship can be reduced or canceled, during the period of the award, if a student-athlete:
NCAA legislation requires that student-athletes be notified by July 1st of the renewal or nonrenewal of their athletics scholarship for the upcoming academic year. If Mount Saint Mary's decides not to renew or to reduce the financial aid of a student-athlete, the University will inform the student-athlete in writing that he or she, upon request, will be provided a hearing before the Athletics Appeals Committee, should the student-athlete feel that the revocation of this aid was unfair or unjustified. Withdrawal or Reduction of Athletically Related Financial Aid The following is a summary of the procedures to be followed when a student-athlete who receives an athletic scholarship quits the team: The student-athlete is required to submit his/her decision to withdraw from a team in writing to the coach and/or Director of Athletics. The coach will forward any pertinent correspondence to the Athletic Director and the Director of Compliance. If necessary, the Athletic Director and/or an Assistant Athletic Director or Director of Compliance will schedule a meeting with the student. The purpose of the meeting would be to conduct an exit interview to ascertain the following:
In the event the student-athlete chooses not to attend the meeting with the Athletic Director and/or the Associate Athletic Director, the Student-Athlete Handbook will serve as his/her resource with respect to the NCAA rules and regulations. Procedures for Removing a Student-Athlete from a Team During the Academic Year Prior to removing a student-athlete from a Mount Saint Mary's University varsity team, the following occurs:
If the student-athlete chooses not to conform, the coach will then discuss the situation with the Director of Athletics and/or the Associate Athletic Director. The coach may dismiss the student-athlete from the team, with the approval of the Athletic Director. Should conditions warrant the discontinuation of the dismissed student-athlete’s athletic grant-in-aid, the Director of Financial Aid will be informed of the decision. If the grant-in-aid is removed, a letter will be issued to the student-athlete regarding the grant termination and his/her right to an appeal. Directory: information information -> Management and Marketing information -> Computer Science 101 October 13, 2016 information -> Table of Contents Page information -> Policies and Procedures 40 – Eligibility information -> Procedures for Implementing and Managing the All-University Policy on Mobile Communication and Information Devices (Mobile cids) Policy University of Kansas Medical Center information -> Policies and Procedures 40 – Eligibility information -> Cacc director’s council may 24-25 2010 12 noon caesar’s, Atlantic City, nj information -> Action Items dc meeting – 14 – Dominican College Download 120.31 Kb. Share with your friends:
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