RPI AthleticsStudent-Athlete Handbook

October 2019

Contents

Director of Athletics Letter..............................................................................................4

Mission and Vision Statements........................................................................................5Department Directory......................................................................................................6

Academic Liaison Program...............................................................................................9Sports Sponsorship.........................................................................................................10

Liberty League Statement..............................................................................................11ECAC Hockey Statement of Purpose..............................................................................12

The Rensselaer Handbook of Student Rights & Responsibilities...................................13Alcohol and Other Drug Policy.......................................................................................13

Transgender Policy.........................................................................................................27NCAA Rules and Regulations.........................................................................................28

Equipment Room Services..............................................................................................37Varsity Equipment.......................................................................................................37

Laundry....................................................................................................................... 37Uniform Inventory.......................................................................................................37

Facilities and Usage.......................................................................................................38Internal Facility Requests...........................................................................................38

External Facility Requests...........................................................................................39Facilities Rules............................................................................................................39

Scheduled Hours of Operation....................................................................................40Special Hours of Operation.........................................................................................40

External Rental Rates..................................................................................................44Service Fees................................................................................................................44

Labor Rates.................................................................................................................45Athletic Training & Insurance Policy.............................................................................46

Sports Medicine: Policies and Procedures 2019-2020................................................46ECAV Athletic Training Room Hours..........................................................................46

Student-Athlete Supplemental Insurance Policy.........................................................48Strength & Conditioning Services..................................................................................50

Program Philosophy....................................................................................................50Coaching Philosophy...................................................................................................50

Weight Room Policies and Procedures........................................................................50Weight Room Rules.....................................................................................................50

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Work Environment......................................................................................................51

Weight Room Open Hours...........................................................................................51Athletic Communications................................................................................................52

General Information....................................................................................................52Media Guidelines.........................................................................................................53

Team Travel.................................................................................................................... 54Coaches Recruiting Travel.............................................................................................55

Student-Athlete Employment.........................................................................................56SAAC – Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.................................................................57

RPI SAAC Mission Statement......................................................................................57Liberty League SAAC Mission Statement...................................................................57

RPI SAAC – 2019-2020 Updated Legislation...............................................................58Appendices.....................................................................................................................59

Class Excuse Letter.....................................................................................................59Student-Athlete Agreement Concerning Hazing.........................................................61

Social Media Agreement.............................................................................................64Official Student Host Form.........................................................................................65

Transportation Waiver................................................................................................66Supplementary Forms.................................................................................................67

Medical Hardship Waiver..................................................................................67 NCAA Self-Release Form...................................................................................67

HIPAA.................................................................................................................67 NCAA Compliance: Division III..........................................................................67

NCAA Compliance: Division I.............................................................................67

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Director of Athletics Letter

Dear Engineers,

Welcome and congratulations on joining the RPI Engineers Athletic Family.

We hope that your athletic experience is rewarding and enriching. College is a time for learning and exploration. A commitment to striving for excellence in the classroom and on the field of competition will maximize your experience and make it profoundly meaningful.

The Department of Athletics is committed to teaching you how to work collaboratively to reach performance goals, how to embrace diversity of thought and culture, how to persevere through failure with resiliency, while competing with integrity.

We encourage you to take full advantage of the outstanding resources and support provided on our campus. Your overall success is contingent upon your effort in everything. It is also important to be mindful of your personal responsibility to the greater good: your team, the Department, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Your choices and personal behavior impact the entire community and we expect you to represent the Engineers in an exemplary manner.

Please review the material in this handbook for important information regarding participation in intercollegiate athletics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with careful attention to the section on NCAA regulations. You are responsible for complying with all bylaws related to your competitive eligibility.

We are thrilled that you have chosen to be a student-athlete at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. We wish you well and we are committed to your development in an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

Best wishes on an outstanding experience as an RPI Engineer!

Dr. Lee McElroy

Associate Vice President & Director of Athletics

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Mission and Vision Statements

RENSSELAER DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS MISSION STATEMENT:

The Rensselaer Athletics Department provides broad-based opportunities to enhance the overall student-athlete experience through high-level intercollegiate and

recreational competition that emphasizes superior sportsmanship and the pursuit of excellence while winning championships. Creating an atmosphere that encourages

personal growth while balancing academic and athletic excellence is of highest importance. Essential to the team is the development of core values in a diverse and

equitable environment while promoting positive, life-long contributions to the Rensselaer community and beyond. 

RENSSELAER DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS VISION STATEMENT:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s intercollegiate athletics and recreational programs are built upon a successful balance of academic and athletic excellence. As we

continue to develop global reach and global impact, RPI Athletics builds pride and passion, uniting our campus, alumni, and the citizens of the Capital Region through

competitive achievement.

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Department DirectoryName Ext. E-Mail Title

Barbieri, Rob 6011 barbir@rpi.edu Assistant Football CoachBeattie, Kevin '05G 2187 beattk@rpi.edu Associate Athletic Director Cavosie, Marc '03 3989 cavosm2@rpi.edu Assistant Women's Hockey

CoachClinton, Adam 6563 clinta@rpi.edu Head Men's Soccer CoachConnolly, Tara 3795 connot5@rpi.edu Assistant Women's Hockey

CoachConway, Bob 286-9659 conwar@rpi.edu Athletic Academic AdvisorCoomaraswamy, Maria

4954 coomam@rpi.edu Head Diving Coach

DeLano, Leslie '06G 6182 khachl@rpi.edu Head Women's Lacrosse CoachDittman, Jeff 6193 dittmj@rpi.edu Assistant Football

Coach/Defensive CoordinatorFarish, Chris 2527 farisc@rpi.edu Assistant Baseball

Coach/Admissions AssociateFryer, Kenn 8410 fryerk@rpi.edu Assistant Men's Soccer Coach Gilbride, Mark 8624 gilbrm@rpi.edu Head Men's Basketball CoachGlasser, Keith 6185 glassk2@rpi.edu Head Baseball Coach Goldstein, Trevor 6505 goldst2@rpi.edu Assistant Strength &

Conditioning CoachGreene, John 8037 greenj5@rpi.edu Head Women's Basketball

CoachHackett-Dalgliesh, Scott

6181 hackes@rpi.edu Head Men's Lacrosse Coach

Hanna, Mike 2533 hannam@rpi.edu Faculty Athletic RepresentativeHansen, Karen 6264 hansek2@rpi.edu Associate Athletic

Director/Senior Woman Administrator

Herrmann, Chris 2884 herrmc@rpi.edu Assistant Athletic TrainerIsernia, Ralph 3700 isernr@rpi.edu Head Football CoachIwamoto, Mizue 2884 iwamom@rpi.edu Assistant Athletic TrainerJackson, Jamie '16 call cell jacksj7@rpi.edu Head Golf Coach Johnson, Bobby 6011 johnsr13@rpi.edu Assistant Football

Coach/OperationsJones, Austin 2884 jonesa15@rpi.edu Assistant Athletic TrainerKaempffe, Erich 6733 kaempe@rpi.edu Assistant Men's Basketball

Coach AssociateKemp, Aaron 6686 kempa@rpi.edu Business AdministratorKim, Hwaseon 2884 kimh15@rpi.edu Assistant Athletic Trainer Knittle, Sophie 2884 knitts@rpi.edu Athletic Training AssociateLa Noir, Bridget '99 8623 lanoib2@rpi.edu Head Field Hockey Coach

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Lange, Mathias 6751 langem3@rpi.edu Hockey Operations Coordinator

(Men’s)Laskaris, Perry '07 8417 laskap2@rpi.edu Athletics Communication

SpecialistLeeds, Aaron 6157 leedsa@rpi.edu Assistant Men's Lacrosse

Coach AssociateLombard, Sarah 2246 lombas@rpi.edu Assistant Women's Basketball

Coach/Admissions AssociateLynch, John 6168 lynchj6@rpi.edu Head Cross Country

Coach/Assistant Track CoachMacLeod, Rob 4960 sprint3333@aol.co

mAssistant Swimming Coach

Maisonet, Amber 8373 maisoa2@rpi.edu Head Softball CoachMarcella, Nick 2556 marcen@rpi.edu Assistant Football

Coach/Offensive CoordinatorMarkley, Justin 6641 marklj@rpi.edu Assistant Strength &

Conditioning CoachMaruscsak, Sean 8038 maruss@rpi.edu Athletic Facility & Equipment

SpecialistMcDougall, Ellie 8407 mcdoue@rpi.edu Assistant Women's Soccer

Coach AssociateMcElroy, Lee 6702 mcelrl@rpi.edu Associate Vice President &

Director of AthleticsMcGuane, Dana 6514 mcguad@rpi.edu Equipment ManagerMerino, Sergio 6641 merins@rpi.edu Head Strength & Conditioning

CoachMoser, Scott 2224 mosers@rpi.edu Assistant Men's Hockey CoachMoton, Anais 2884 motona@rpi.edu Assistant Athletic TrainerNasypany-Cicero, Bre 6038 nasypb@rpi.edu Head Women's Soccer CoachO'Brien, Shannon '05G

2642 obries@rpi.edu Head Swimming Coach/Pool Director

Paradise, Katie 3988 bishok3@rpi.edu Compliance SpecialistPearson, Norris 6121 pearsn@rpi.edu Operations Manager, Houston

Field HousePelletier, Todd 6188 pellet2@rpi.edu Assistant Football Coach /

Special Teams CoordinatorRoe, Justin 6375 roej2@rpi.edu Head Women's Tennis CoachRogers, Jonathan 3353 rogerj11@rpi.edu Assistant Track Coach

AssociateRomano, Carole 6685 romanc4@rpi.edu Administrative Specialist Ross, Christina 6777 rossc5@rpi.edu Hockey Operations Coordinator

(women's)Santa Maria, Matt 6514 santam@rpi.edu Assistant Equipment ManagerSasenbury, Scott '97 6482 sasens2@rpi.edu Athletic Facilities ManagerSatkowski, Jon 6389 satkoj@rpi.edu Head Men's Tennis CoachSessions, Jr., Walt 8038 sessiw@rpi.edu Senior Athletic Facility

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Shine, Mike 6256 shinem@rpi.edu Athletic Facility & Equipment

SpecialistSimmons, Chris 6011 simmoc3@rpi.edu Assistant Football CoachSmith, Dave 2295 smithd25@rpi.edu Head Men's Hockey CoachSorrentino, Michael 2581 sorrem3@rpi.edu Assistant Swimming Coach

AssociateSwider, Alec 6256 swidea@rpi.edu Athletic Facility & Equipment

SpecialistThompson, Chris 6186 thompc@rpi.edu Head Athletic TrainerTory, Colin 6184 toryc@rpi.edu Head Track & Field CoachVines, Bryan 6118 vinesb@rpi.edu Head Women's Ice Hockey

CoachVines, Sachi 4855 enas@rpi.edu Director of Marketing &

PromotionsVrablic, Joe 8038 vrablj@rpi.edu Building Supervisor, AS&RCWeber, Chuck 8974 weberc4@rpi.edu Assistant Men's Hockey CoachWidomski, Cecilia 6694 widomc@rpi.edu Business Coordinator, Houston

Field HouseWysocki, Katie 8373 wysock@rpi.edu Assistant Softball Coach

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Academic Liaison ProgramThe Department of Athletics is proud to participate in an Academic & Athletics Liaison Program, which is intended to enhance the relationship between scholar and athlete at Rensselaer and support the CLASS Initiative, an Institute highest priority. The athletic department wishes to create a mutually-beneficial relationship between the faculty and the intercollegiate athletic teams as a method to augment the student-athlete experience. Faculty members have the ability to become involved in a particular sport of interest while serving as a mentor.

The program is chaired by Mike Hanna, the Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) and associate dean of undergraduate education and associate professor in the department of biological sciences. He became chair during the 2015-16 academic year.

In his or her role, a faculty member who understands the challenges of being a committed student-athlete will be relied on to assist students in effectively balancing their academic responsibilities with their athletic endeavors. The program aims to create increased communication with faculty as a way to facilitate teamwork and minimize challenges and conflicts.

Tremendous support currently exists between the athletic department and Rensselaer's faculty and administration. The Academic & Athletics Liaison Program seeks to expand on that foundation by increasing awareness and two-way communication to enhance the special bond that develops between the two. In the process, it demonstrates to the students that the Institute supports their commitment to Rensselaer's overall academic mission.

The program is designed to allow for flexibility with regards to the exact role faculty members play. Ideally, when a faculty member formally volunteers with a team, he or she will meet with the head coach to discuss ideas that can best serve the team. Over time, the faculty member would establish an ongoing professional relationship with the coaching staff and students, which allow for open communication. As faculty members become more personally involved with the student-athletes, their role as a mentor and a fan increases. The Department of Athletics would also like the faculty mentor to meet with the student-athletes to discuss how to maintain their strong academic performance with participation on a team. In many cases, the faculty member will have valuable knowledge to share in terms of methods to develop strong relationships with

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Sport Academic LiaisonBaseball Dr. Les LawrenceMen’s Basketball Sam Simmons

Women’s Basketball Larry Reid & Shayla Sawyer ’06 Ph.D.

Cross Country Keith Anderson, Wayne Bequette

Field Hockey Sonja FrancisFootball Vadim ThomasMen’s Golf Prabhat HajelaMen’s Hockey Jeff Miner Women’s Hockey Antoinette Maniatty

Men’s Lacrosse Graham KnowlesWomen’s Lacrosse Lisa Trahan, Mary Kate Scardillo

Men’s Soccer David Mendonca ’01 Ph.D. & Jeff Miner ‘78

Women’s Soccer John Kolb ‘79

Softball Graham KnowlesSwimming & Diving Mike Hanna & John Tichy

Men’s Tennis Chunyu Wang Women’s Tennis Dorit NevoTrack & Field Keith Anderson, Wayne Bequette

professors, effective means of class participation and ways to seek academic assistance.

The intercollegiate teams are expected to reciprocate the faculty's involvement by incorporating them into the routines of the team. This can take many forms, but the coaches will provide team apparel, keep the mentor apprised of the practice and game schedules, and offer opportunities to travel to away events when interested, attend team dinners or speak at team meetings

Any student-athlete who would like to invite a faculty member to participate should contact their head coach to help initiate the opportunity. Teams are not limited to one faculty mentor.

Sports Sponsorship

Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring SportsMen’s Cross Country Men’s Basketball Baseball

Women’s Cross Country

Women’s Basketball Men’s Golf

Field Hockey Men’s Hockey Men’s LacrosseFootball Women’s Hockey Women’s Lacrosse

Men’s Soccer Men’s Swim & Dive Men’s TennisWomen’s Soccer Women’s Swim & Dive Women’s Tennis

Men’s Golf Men’s Indoor Track & Field

Men’s Outdoor Track & Field

Men’s Tennis Women’s Indoor Track & Field

Women’s Outdoor Track & Field

Women’s Tennis Softball

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Liberty League Statement

Liberty League Guiding Principles:

Liberty League member institutions’ top priority is the quality of the educational experience, both academic and athletic. Consistent with the NCAA Division III philosophy, Liberty League members seek to provide: 1.) an environment where intercollegiate athletic activities are an integral part of a student-athlete’s educational experience and 2.) Opportunities to achieve at optimal levels academically and athletically. The League and its members seek to provide an environment that promotes and adheres to the principles of cultural diversity and gender equity, within teams, athletic departments, and institutions. We seek to maximize the number and variety of athletic opportunities available to student-athletes that are consistent with their institutional philosophy.

Mission Statement:

The Liberty League is comprised of a group of highly selective colleges and universities committed to academic and athletic excellence. The mission of the Liberty League is to promote high level competition in a fair, safe, equitable and sportsmanlike manner. Consistent with the mission of each member institution, the Liberty League supports excellence in intercollegiate athletics as a vital part of the student-athlete’s educational experience.

Vision Statement:

The Liberty League will be a nationally recognized Division III athletic conference for its academic and athletic excellence as well as a strong commitment to the values of sportsmanship and integrity.

Core Values:

The League, through its member institutions’ Presidents, Administrators, Faculty Athletic Representatives, Coaches and Staff, is unified in its commitment to the following core values:

Integrity – Create an environment of respect and the highest ethical standards Excellence – Promote academic excellence for our institutions while offering

high quality intercollegiate athletics programs Equity – Ensure equitable participation, representation, leadership, career and

professional development opportunities for student-athletes and staff Inclusiveness – Cultivate and celebrate a diverse and inclusive culture and the

differences that give strength to our League and institutions

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ECAC Hockey Statement of Purpose

Statement of Purpose:

ECAC Hockey shall foster cooperation and interaction among its membership that provide a first-rate experience for all constituents. An environment shall be created that will empower the League and its member institutions to achieve the highest level of success.

Values Statement:

The League is committed to fostering an environment that holds paramount the academic and personal growth of the student-athlete; protects all participants; enhances the character development of competitors; and promotes fair competition at all times. League members shall provide a highly challenging and competitive environment by holding dear the values of fair play, honor, dignity, respect, trust, ethical behavior, accountability and responsibility.

Vision Statement:

The twelve (12) academic institutions that are members of the League share a commitment to the pursuit of academic and athletics excellence by inspiring student-athletes to compete at the highest level.

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The Rensselaer Handbook of Student Rights & Responsibilities

(updated 5/19/19)

go.rpi.edu/StudentHandbook

Alcohol and Other Drug Policy(updated 5/19/19)

go.rpi.edu/DrugandAlcohol

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student Athlete Drug-Testing ProgramBeginning in Fall 2019, Rensselaer implemented a drug testing program for all student-athletes. The rational for the program is to ensure fair and safe competition for the athletes participating in Rensselaer’s NCAA varsity programs. While the NCAA currently provides periodic random drug testing of our programs during the season at select championship events, these occurrences are sporadic at best. This program will also provide a platform for those in need of assistance, providing them the opportunity and resources to make the personal changes necessary to have a successful experience at Rensselaer not only on the field, but in the classroom. Signed consent and notification forms by every student-athlete on an NCAA varsity squad list shall be considered affirmation of the student-athlete’s agreement to the terms and conditions contained in this policy. Amendment and/or revision of this policy may occur at any time.

Tested-for Substances

In addition to any selective drug testing administered by the NCAA, Rensselaer will be conducting its own drug screening program. These programs are separate and distinct. Rensselaer’s drug screening process may include analysis of, but is not limited to, the NCAA list of banned-drug classes. For an ongoing updated listing of the banned-drug list, view the NCAA’s web site at www.ncaa.org. Banned substances that Rensselaer may screen for include, without limitation, the following:

Amphetamine/Methamphetamine (Uppers)CocainePhencyclidine (PCP)THC (The active ingredient in Marijuana)MDMA (Ecstasy)OpiatesAnabolic Steroids

Rensselaer requires that all student-athletes keep the athletic training staff and/or team physician aware of any prescribed drugs and dietary supplements that they may be taking. Rensselaer reserves the right to test for substances not contained on the NCAA banned-drug list and may test at cut off levels that differ from the NCAA program.

This list of tested-for substances does not in any way change the Institute’s Alcohol and Other Drug Policy for Students, which applies to all Rensselaer students, including but not limited to student athletes.

Athlete Responsibility

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1. In order to be eligible to practice or compete in any of Rensselaer’s NCAA

varsity programs, a student-athlete must consent, in writing, to participation in Rensselaer’s drug testing program.

2. If selected for testing, the student-athlete is required to comply fully with the testing procedures including attendance at the collection site and willingness to provide a sample.

3. An unexcused absence from a test or refusal to provide a sample will be treated as a failed drug test for a performance-enhancing drug, and a student-athlete who continues to refuse to participate in drug testing will lose all remaining eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports at Rensselaer.

Testing Procedures

1. All testing will be unannounced and may occur at any time throughout the calendar year.

2. Notification of selection for drug testing will be given NO MORE THAN 24 hours prior to administration of the test.

3. Notification of testing will be made by a member of the Rensselaer Sports Medicine staff by way of direct contact or phone call.

4. All student athletes listed on an official team squad list are eligible to be selected for testing (a) at random, (b) due to reasonable suspicion, (c) as a member of a particular sport or team selected for testing, (d) as a follow up to a previously failed test, or (e) as part of post season/championship screening.

Reasonable Suspicion Testing - A student athlete or group of student athletes may be subject to testing at any time when the Director of Athletics or his/her designee determines there is reasonable suspicion to believe some or all of the participant(s) may be using prohibited drugs. Such reasonable suspicion may be based on objective information as determined by the Director of Athletics or by an Associate/Assistant Athletic Director, Coach, Athletic Trainer, or Team Physician, and deemed by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee as a reasonable basis for administering a drug test. Reasonable suspicion may include, without limitation, 1) observed or reported possession or use of substances appearing to be prohibited drugs, 2) arrest or conviction for a criminal offense related to the possession or transfer of prohibited drugs or substances, or 3) observed or reported abnormal appearance, conduct or behavior reasonably interpretable as being caused by the use of prohibited drugs or substances. Among the indicators which may be used in evaluating a student-athlete’s abnormal appearance, conduct, or performance are: class attendance, significant GPA changes, athletic practice attendance, increased injury rate or illness, physical appearance changes, academic/athletic motivational level, emotional condition, mood changes, and legal involvement.

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5. Testing will consist of a urine sample provided by the student athlete and

collected by an independent contractor selected and approved by the National Center for Drug Free Sport (aka Drug Free Sport International).

6. Testing will be performed in accordance with the policies and procedures of the National Center for Drug Free Sport to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the collecting, processing, packaging, and testing of the sample.

7. When provided, the specimen will be processed and divided into an A and B sample. The A sample will be tested, the B saved for further testing in the event of an appeal.

Consequences of a Failed Test

A positive drug test shall be considered conclusive proof of the student-athletes use and possession of the banned substance. The student-athlete will be suspended from practice and competition immediately, and for a period of not less than seven (7) days upon notification of a positive drug test. Where the student-athlete tests positive for a substances that is prohibited by the Rensselaer Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs for Students (AOD Policy) the case will be referred to the Dean of Students Office for disciplinary action under the AOD Policy, and the student will be suspended from practice and competition through the completion of that disciplinary process. Disciplinary Action under the AOD Policy may result in the student-athlete being suspended or expelled from the Institute, and thus no longer eligible for NCAA varsity practice or competition. A failed drug test by a student-athlete on an NCAA Division I squad list may also result in loss of any athletic scholarship. However, under this program, the following minimum consequences shall apply to student athletes who fail drug testing, even if the AOD Policy does not result in such consequences:

a. Consequences of Positive Test for Performance-Enhancing Drug Not Prohibited under Rensselaer AOD Policy:

The penalty for a first positive test for a performance-enhancing drug (PED) that is not prohibited as to all students under Rensselaer’s AOD Policy is that the student athlete shall be withheld from practice and competition for 365 days from the date of the test, and loses one full year of eligibility from all sports. A second positive test for a PED results in loss of all remaining eligibility.

b. Consequences of Positive Test for Marijuana/THC

Irrespective of any other sanctions that may be imposed on the student-athlete through the judicial process under the Rensselaer AOD Policy, upon a first positive test for marijuana/THC:

The student-athlete will be referred to the Rensselaer Student Health Center for assessment and further treatment and requirements to be based on this evaluation.

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The student-athlete will be suspended for 10% of the team’s overall

maximum number of contests allowable for each sport as listed in NCAA Bylaw 17 (excluding exhibition contests or foreign tours). The suspended events will be the next consecutive events in the schedule.

o If the positive test occurs outside of the traditional competitive season, the penalty will commence at the start of the next regularly scheduled competitive season. If a team completes its competition schedule while a student-athlete is under suspension, the student-athlete’s suspension will be carried over into next season’s competition.

An NCAA Division I student-athlete may be subject to loss of any athletic scholarship provided by the institution.

Additional follow up drug testing will occur; For a second positive test for marijuana/THC, the Rensselaer AOD

Policy sanction of a one-year suspension shall apply, and the student-athlete shall lose eligibility for the period of suspension.

c. Consequences of Positive Test for any other Prohibited Substance Covered by the AOD Policy:

The Rensselaer AOD Policy minimum sanctions shall apply to a positive drug test for any other Prohibited Substance under AOD Policy. For a first offense, this will mean a minimum one-year suspension from the Institute. The student-athlete shall lose eligibility for the period of suspension. A subsequent offense can result in expulsion from the Institute.

d. Tampered test sample

Tampering with or adulterating a urine specimen in an attempt to alter its natural characteristics and/or form or providing a specimen that is not your own is a serious infraction, and will result in any student-athlete involved in such behavior to be declared ineligible for participation in regular-season and postseason competition for a period of two calendar years from the date the student-athlete was involved in the tampering behavior.

Notification of a Failed Drug Test

When a student-athlete is found to have failed a drug test, the student-athlete and the Director of Athletics and Executive Director of the Rensselaer Health Center will be notified. The Institute reserves the right to inform others within the Institute and the testing facility as required to effectively manage the program and, where applicable, to implement procedures under the Institute’s AOD Policy.

Request for a Re-Test and Appeal of Final Result

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Any student-athlete found to have failed an initial drug test will have the ability to request a re-test, requesting that Specimen B be tested. The request for a re-test must be made, in writing, within 72 hours following receipt of notice of the initial laboratory finding. This appeal must be made to the Director of Athletics, who in turn will formally request that the laboratory test Specimen B. If Specimen B results are negative, the drug test will be considered negative.

If Specimen B results are positive, or if the student does not request a re-test within the required time frame, the test will be considered final, and will be reported to the Director of Athletics, Executive Director of the Rensselaer Health Center, Athletic Compliance Specialist, the student’s parents or guardians, his or her Head Coach, the Head Athletic Trainer and the student’s class Dean. The failed drug test will be regarded as use and possession of the applicable drug under the AOD Policy, and the consequences of the AOD Policy will be applied.

Appeals regarding this Drug Testing Policy for situations other than requesting a re-test (e.g., tampering, unexcused absence from testing) may also be made in writing to the Director of Athletics within 72 hours of the result or adverse action, and the Director of Athletics may convene an informal hearing on the matter in their discretion where appropriate. Where the AOD Policy applies, the Institute judicial appeal process applicable to that policy will also apply.

Medical Exceptions

The NCAA and Rensselaer recognize that some banned substance are used for legitimate medical purposes. Accordingly, the NCAA and Rensselaer allow exceptions to be made for those participants with a documented medical history demonstrating the need for regular use of such a drug. NCAA exceptions procedures can be found at http://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/medical-exceptions-procedures. Rensselaer will follow the NCAA procedures and policies regarding medical exceptions. Any student athlete who seeks a medical exception must contact the Athletic Training Staff and provide required documentation.

One-Time Safe Harbor for Self-Referral

Any student-athlete who has experimented with non-performance-enhancing drugs, or feels that they have a problem with such non-performance-enhancing drugs may seek assistance through the Head Athletic Trainer, the Executive Director of the Rensselaer Health Center, or the Rensselaer Counseling Center. In such a situation, the student-athlete shall be treated/counseled in a manner appropriate to their situation, which may include a requirement for treatment outside of the Institute. Provided that the self-referral meets the Safe Harbor requirements outlined below, the self-referral will not be treated as a positive test for non-performance-enhancing drugs, and will not result in sanctions for use or possession of non-performance-enhancing drugs under this policy or the Rensselaer AOD Policy. However, the self-referring student-athlete will be immediately ineligible to participate in practice or competition in NCAA varsity athletics pending an evaluation by the Rensselaer Counseling Center and/or Student

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Health Services confirming that the student can safely participate in their varsity sport. Requirements and conditions for this Safe Harbor program shall be as follows:

A student-athlete may enter into the Safe Harbor program only one time during his/her collegiate career at Rensselaer, and only if the student-athlete has not had a previous positive drug test for any banned substance.

This Safe Harbor Program does NOT apply to performance-enhancing drugs. A student-athlete is not eligible for the Safe Harbor Program after

notification of impending drug test or after receiving notice of a positive Rensselaer or NCAA drug test, or 30 days prior to post season competition. The student-athlete’s Safe Harbor self-referral MUST occur PRIOR to notification of testing.

A student-athlete who qualifies and follows the procedures for entry into this Safe Harbor program and continues to fully comply with counseling/treatment plans and protocols will not be subject to testing for non-performance-enhancing drugs under this athletic drug testing program for a minimum period of 30 days from the date of self-referral with a possible extension up to a maximum of 90 days at the discretion of the Executive Director of Rensselaer Health Center, but WILL be subject to a) NCAA drug testing for any banned drugs, and b) Rensselaer testing for performance-enhancing drugs. In addition, the student may be required as part of a treatment program to undergo confidential testing as part of treatment, which will not be considered a drug test under this program.

Any time after such 30- to 90-day period, or any time upon the student-athlete failing to continue to follow a required counseling/treatment plan, the student-athlete may be subject to testing for any banned substance. A positive test as a result of such testing will be subject to the terms and sanctions in this Drug Testing Policy and the Rensselaer AOD Policy.

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student-Athlete Drug

Testing Program Student Consent Form

I, , hereby acknowledge that I have received a copy of, read and been given the opportunity to ask questions regarding the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student Athlete Drug Testing Program (“Drug Testing Program” or “Program”) implemented at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (“Rensselaer”). I understand the policies, procedures, and my responsibilities as described in the Program, and that the terms of the Program may be changed by Rensselaer at any time as Rensselaer deems appropriate.

As a condition to my participation in intercollegiate athletic at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, I consent to participate in the Drug Testing Program. I understand that my participation in this program includes the collection and testing of my urine at various times during academic year for drugs and/or other banned substances. My consent continues throughout my enrollment at Rensselaer, even if the terms of the Program are changed, unless and until I revoke my consent in a writing sent to the Rensselaer Director of Athletics, in which case I will no longer be eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics at Rensselaer.

I further consent to the release of the results of any drug test to those staff members within Rensselaer who have a role in the Drug Testing Program or otherwise have a reason to know the results, including but not limited to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee, Executive Director of the Rensselaer Health Center, Athletic Compliance Specialist, Head Coach, the Head Athletic Trainer, Team Physician, Dean of Students office personnel, and my class dean, and/or my parent(s) or guardian(s). For this purpose, I waive any rights to privacy or privilege I may have in such information. I also acknowledge and consent that a copy of this consent form may be sent to my parent(s) or guardian(s) along with a copy of the Drug Testing Program.

I fully understand that the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student Athlete Testing Program is separate and distinct from the NCAA drug-testing program and its sanctions; however, I also understand that sanctions may be imposed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute under its Drug Testing Program upon a positive result under the NCAA drug-testing program. I also understand and agree that the results of any drug tests can and will be used by Rensselaer to institute disciplinary action against me under the Rensselaer Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy for Students.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the policy, I fully understand that I may be suspended from competition and/or practice by the team physician or athletic trainer if credible evidence suggests that such competition and/or practice poses a health and safety risk to me, my teammates, and/or my competitors.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, its officers, employees, and agents are hereby released from legal responsibility and/or liability for the release of any information and/or record as authorized by this consent form. I fully and forever release and discharge the aforementioned parties from any claims, demands, rights of action, or causes of action, present or future, whether the same be known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, resulting from my participation in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Drug Testing Program including those claims, demands, rights of action, or causes of action arising out of any positive result under such Drug/Alcohol Education & Testing Program.

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Student-Athlete Signature Date

Printed Name of Student Athlete Date of Birth

Student ID Number Sport (S)

Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18)

Date

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Policy Statement on the Use of SupplementsIt is to be noted that the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Athletics department does not condone the use of dietary supplements. The NCAA stance on dietary supplements is that student-athletes should be advised that the most effective and safest way to enhance performance is to avoid dietary/nutritional supplement products and rely on a combination of a healthy diet, appropriate conditioning, rest and recovery, and avoiding substance abuse.

Student-athletes should always bring all supplement products to the designated athletics staff (strength and conditioning coaches and/or athletic trainers) before using, and then checking all supplements through Drug Free Sport Axis, staffed by the National Center for Drug Free Sport, the NCAA third party drug testing administrator. DFS Axis is the only authoritative resource for questions related to whether listed ingredients on nutritional supplement product labels or in medications contain NCAA banned substances.

Products labeled as dietary supplements sold over the counter, in print advertisements and through the internet are under-regulated by the U.S. FDA. Dietary supplements are at risk of contamination or may include ingredients that are banned under Rensselaer Athletics drug testing policy. Student-athletes have tested positive and lost their eligibility using dietary supplements. Any product containing dietary supplement ingredients is taken at the student-athlete’s own risk.

To access DFS Axis, call toll free 1-877-202-0769 or go to www.drugfreesport.com/axis, select NCAA, and insert password ncaa1 or ncaa3 (depending on your divisional affiliation). Right on the home page you can select “Ask about Dietary Supplements” or go to the “Prescription/Over-the-Counter Drug Search.” It’s as easy as 1, 2, or 3.

By signing the policy Consent Form, the student-athlete:

1. Acknowledges that he/she understands that they are to disclose all dietary supplements used to the head athletic trainer;

2. Acknowledges the aforementioned policies and statements, and fully accepts the detrimental and possibly permanent defects caused by the use of dietary supplements;

3. Fully accepts that they have been made aware of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) policies with regard to the use of dietary supplements;

4. Accepts any and all liability if they have in the past used, continue to use, and/or use at any time in the future, dietary supplements in any form; and releases the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, its agents, and all personnel of any and all responsibility and liability related to such use.

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student-Athlete Dietary Supplement Disclosure & Review Form

I, am taking or intend to take the following dietary supplements. I acknowledge the risk of losing my eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics if I test positive for an NCAA or Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute banned substance that may be found in any substance that I take, regardless of the reason or purpose for taking such supplements.

I acknowledge and understand that the labeling on these products can be misleading and inaccurate, and that sales personnel are neither motivated nor qualified to accurately certify that these products contain no banned substances. “Healthy” or “naturally occurring” are terms often used to market sales of dietary supplements, but do not necessarily mean they are safe.

Before taking or using any dietary supplement, I am responsible for ensuring the product does not contain any banned substance. By making this disclosure, I am requesting that these products and their ingredients be reviewed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s sports medicine staff for the purposes of determining whether they are medically safe to use and do not contain banned substances. I understand that I should not take or use these products until their usage has been reviewed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s sports medicine staff.

Brand Name: Listed Ingredients:(Athletic Trainer to review, circle banned substances,

and notify student-athlete.)

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Signatures:

Student-Athlete Signature Date

Athletic Trainer Signature Date

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Safe Harbor Policy and

ProceduresAcknowledgement Form

I understand that, according to the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Student Athlete Drug Testing Program, I may self-refer into the Safe Harbor Program once during my intercollegiate athletic career for voluntary evaluation and counseling.

I further understand that I am not eligible for the Safe Harbor Program after being informed of an impending test, after having received notification of a positive institutional test or NCAA drug test, or thirty (30) days prior to NCAA or Conference post-season competition.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will work with me to provide a treatment plan, which may include confidential substance testing. I will be furnished with a copy of the treatment plan and guidelines after an initial meeting with a substance abuse counselor to evaluate the extent of any substance use.

I understand that any substance test or other medical tests or evaluations performed as part of a treatment plan will not result in any administrative sanction, but that I may be suspended from play or practice if warranted for health or safety reasons. I will be permitted to remain in the Safe Harbor Program for a reasonable period, not to exceed ninety (90) days, as determined by the treatment plan.

If I fail to comply with the treatment plan, I will be removed from the Safe Harbor Program and will be subject to immediate follow-up testing. Upon entering and remaining in compliance with the Safe Harbor Program, I will not be included in Rensselaer’s regular athletic testing program for a minimum period of 30 days (and a maximum period of 90 days), but may be selected for drug testing by the NCAA. Upon successful completion of the Safe Harbor program, I will be subject to additional testing by Rensselaer as part of the athletic drug testing program, including follow-up testing directed specifically at me.

The Director of Athletics, Executive Director of Rensselaer Health Center, Team Physician, and the Head Athletic Trainer will be informed of my participation in the Safe Harbor Program. Other Institute employees may be informed to the extent necessary for the implementation of this policy or administration of Institute programs or activities.

Signature: Date:(Student-Athlete)

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Department of Athletics Drug Testing Reasonable Suspicion Reporting Form

I, (Staff Member), under the reasonable suspicion clause that is outlined in the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Drug Education and Drug Testing Policy, report the following objective sign(s), symptom(s), or behavior(s) that I reasonably believe warrant (Student-Athlete) be referred to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee for possible drug testing. The following sign(s), symptom(s), or behavior(s) were observed by me over the past hours and/or days.

Please check below all that apply:

The Student-Athlete has shown:

_____ Irritability physical outburst (e.g. throwing equipment)

_____ Loss of temper emotional outburst (e.g. crying)

_____ Poor motivation weight gain

_____ Failure to follow direction weight loss

_____ Verbal outburst (e.g. to faculty, staff, teammates) sloppy hygiene and/or appearance

The Student-Athlete has been:

_____ Late for practice staying up too late

_____ Late for class missing appointments

_____ Not attending class missing/skipping meals

_____ Receiving poor grades

The Student-Athlete has demonstrated the following:

_____ Dilated pupils over stimulated or “hyper”

_____ Constricted pupils excessive talking

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_____ Red eyes withdrawn and/or less communicative

_____ Smell of alcohol on the breath periods of memory loss

_____ Smell of marijuana slurred speech

_____ Staggering or difficulty walking recurrent motor vehicle accidents or violations

_____ Recurrent bouts with a cold or the flu recurrent violations of Student Code of Conduct

Other specific objective findings include:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

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___________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Signatures:

Name of Staff:

Signature of Staff: Date:

Reviewed By:

Director of Athletics/Designee: Date:

Name of Counselor Consulted: Date:

□ Reasonable Suspicion Upheld

□ Reasonable Suspicion Denied

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Transgender PolicyA transgender student-athlete will be allowed to participate in any varsity sports activity so long as that athlete’s use of hormone therapy, if any, is consistent with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) existing policies on banned substances. Specifically, a transgender student-athlete will be allowed to participate in varsity sports activities under the following conditions:

1. A trans male (FTM) student-athlete who has received a medical exception for treatment with testosterone for diagnosed Gender Identity Disorder or gender dysphoria and/or Transsexualism, for purposes of NCAA competition may compete on a men’s team, but is no longer eligible to compete on a women’s team without changing that team status to a mixed team.

2. A trans female (MTF) student-athlete being treated with testosterone suppression medication for Gender Identity Disorder or gender dysphoria and/or Transsexualism, for the purposes of NCAA competition may continue to compete on a men’s team but may not compete on a women’s team without changing it to a mixed team status until completing one calendar year of testosterone suppression treatment. Any transgender student-athlete who is not taking hormone treatment related to gender transition may participate in sex-separated sports activities in accordance with his or her assigned birth gender.

• A trans male (FTM) student-athlete who is not taking testosterone related to gender transition may participate on a men’s or women’s team.

• A trans female (MTF) student-athlete who is not taking hormone treatments related to gender transition may not compete on a women’s team.

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NCAA Rules and Regulations

LOCATION: Compliance Office, East Campus Athletic Village (ECAV)

CONTACT INFORMATION:Katie Paradise

Athletic Compliance Specialist

bishok3@rpi.edu

518-276-3988

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Commitment to NCAA Regulations Every student-athlete is subject to NCAA, Liberty League, ECAC Hockey and Rensselaer rules and requirements that can affect your collegiate eligibility. These policies, some of which are outlined in this section, may change on a yearly basis. The Athletic Department’s Compliance Office will meet with you in the fall to discuss NCAA rules and regulations. It is your responsibility to be knowledgeable of the rules and regulations, and to know when to ask before you act. Rensselaer is charged with following the rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA, Liberty League and ECAC Hockey. Specifically, the NCAA constitution provides that each institution shall be responsible for:

Controlling its intercollegiate athletics program in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations;

Monitoring its programs to ensure compliance, identifying and reporting to the NCAA instances in which compliance has not been achieved, and taking appropriate corrective measures; and

Ensuring that members of the institution’s staff, student-athletes, and other individuals or groups representing the institution’s athletics interests comply with all applicable NCAA rules.

All individuals associated with the Athletic Department (coaches, staff, student-athletes, donors, alumni, former student-athletes, etc.) are expected to act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times. Failure to do so is considered “unethical conduct.” Unethical conduct is a serious charge and can be cited due to a number of reasons, not limited to the following: refusal to furnish information relevant to a possible NCAA violation, providing misleading information, knowingly arranging for or providing fraudulent academic credit for a prospective or enrolled student-athlete, knowingly providing a prospect (e.g., recruit) or enrolled student-athlete with extra benefits, or knowingly furnishing false or misleading information during an NCAA investigation.

Ask Before You Act! The easiest way to avoid an NCAA rules violation is to ask a coach or staff member before you enter into any situation or accept any sort of potential benefit. Involvement in a rules violation can have serious effects on your eligibility to practice, compete, or receive an athletic scholarship. Protect yourself and your team by talking to your coaches, sport administrator, or Compliance Services staff members whenever a question arises.

Online Compliance FormsTo be eligible to practice and compete at your institution you must complete all NCAA compliance forms. You may access the NCAA compliance forms using the login ID and password

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that will be sent to you at the beginning of your season. Once you receive the email, you will need to complete all forms online prior to your arrival on campus for preseason (fall sports), or prior to the first day of classes. If you have any questions, please contact Katie Paradise at bishok3@rpi.edu.

Medical Clearance to Begin Practice and CompetitionNo student-athlete will be allowed to participate in intercollegiate athletic practice or competition until a signed medical clearance form has been issued by the athletic training staff. These policies apply to tryouts and both traditional and non-traditional practice sessions.

University Academic StandingTo practice or compete in a varsity sport, a student must be a full-time student (enrolled in at least 12 credits) in good academic standing and making satisfactory progress toward a degree.

A graduating senior may carry fewer than 12 credits in his/her last semester of residence if fewer than 12 credits is the number required for graduation. This status must be verified, in writing by the Registrar’s office prior to the start of the semester in which you will graduate. The verification must state that the specific courses will satisfy the degree requirements for graduation at the completion of the quarter.

A restricted student may not practice or compete until the restriction is removed.

A student-athlete shall not engage in more than four seasons of intercollegiate competition in any one sport. A Division III student-athlete shall complete his or her seasons of participation during the first 10 semesters or 15 quarters in which the student is enrolled as a full-time student in a collegiate institution.

Rensselaer Academic StandingA student is considered in good academic standing if the student is making satisfactory progress toward his or her educational goals. Students not making satisfactory progress will be suspended or dismissed from the university.

Students are placed on academic probation as a warning that they are in jeopardy of losing their good academic standing. Students are informed of their probationary status by a letter from the director of the Advising and Learning Assistance Center at the end of the semester. Academic and extracurricular restrictions may be placed on them so that they can concentrate on their academic programs.

A student whose grade point average for any term falls below 1.50 is placed on academic probation automatically. In addition, any student whose cumulative grade point average falls below the following specified averages is automatically placed on probation: freshmen-1.50 at the end of the fall term or 1.60 at the end of the spring term; sophomores-1.70 at the end of the fall or spring term; juniors and seniors-1.80 at the end of the fall or spring term.

Probation is removed when the student meets the minimum requirement of a 1.80 cumulative grade point average for the term. A student on academic probation may have that status removed at the end of the summer session if he or she maintained a grade point average of 1.50 during the previous term and has raised his or her cumulative average to the following prescribed levels: entering sophomore year, 1.60; entering junior year, 1.70; entering senior year, 1.80.

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Students are encouraged to discuss any plans to leave the University with their coaches. The NCAA has established a procedure for students wishing to talk with coaches at other Division III institutions. Students may download a “Permission to Contact: Self Release” form from the NCAA website at: http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/current/permission-contact. This form allows a 30-day window during which a student may have contact with another Division III institution about the opportunity to transfer. Students considering a transfer to a Division I or II institution must receive a release from the Athletic Compliance Specialist prior to talking to members of the coaching staff at the DI or DII institution.

NCAA Drug PolicyAny student-athlete who has been tested by the NCAA and is found to have utilized a substance on the list of banned drugs will be ineligible for one calendar year after the positive drug test, and will lose a minimum of one season of competition in all sports. The student-athlete will remain ineligible until the student-athlete tests negative and eligibility is restored by the Eligibility Subcommittee. If the student tests positive a second time for the use of any drug other than a “street drug” as defined by the NCAA, he or she shall lose all remaining regular season and post-season eligibility in all sports. If the student-athlete tests positive for the use of a “street drug” after being restored to eligibility, he or she shall lose a minimum of one additional season of competition.

TobaccoTobacco use is banned at all practices and competitions.

Nutritional Ergogenic AidsNutritional supplements are marketed to athletes to improve performance, recovery time required after a workout or to build muscles. Many athletes use nutritional supplements despite the lack of long-term studies to assess possible harmful side effects. In addition, such substances may be ineffective, are expensive, and may be harmful to health or performance. Contents of many of these compounds are not subject to the strict regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and may contain impurities or banned substances which may cause a student-athlete to test positive. Athletics & Recreation strongly discourages their use and coaches will not distribute or endorse "nutritional" supplements.

** All nutritional/dietary supplements carry some risk of containing an NCAA banned substance because they are not well regulated and may be contaminated. Failure to check out any supplement with your sports medicine staff prior to use may result in a failed appeal for a positive drug test. Student-athletes are responsible for anything they ingest.

NCAA Banned Drugs ListIt is your responsibility to check with you athletic trainer or strength and conditioning coach before using any substance.

The NCAA bans the following classes of drugs:

1. Stimulants2. Anabolic Agents3. Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for rifle only)4. Diuretics and Other Masking Agents5. Street Drugs6. Peptide Hormones and Analogues7. Anti-estrogens

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8. Beta-2 Agonists

Note: Any substance chemically related to these classes is also banned.

The institution and the student-athlete shall be held accountable for all drugs within the banned drug class regardless of whether they have been specifically identified. See exceptions in the following examples listed for each class.

Drugs and Procedures Subject to Restrictions:

1. Blood doping2. Gene doping3. Local anesthetics (under some conditions)4. Manipulation of urine samples5. Beta-2 Agonists permitted only by prescription and inhalation (i.e., Albuterol)

NCAA Nutritional/Dietary Supplements

Warning: Before consuming any nutritional/dietary supplement product, review the product with the appropriate or designated athletics department staff.

1. Dietary supplements, including vitamins and minerals, are not well regulated and may cause a positive drug test result.

2. Student-athletes have tested positive and lost their eligibility from using dietary supplements.

3. Many dietary supplements are contaminated with banned drugs not listed on the label.4. Any product containing a dietary supplement ingredient is taken at your own risk.

Check with your athletics department staff prior to using a supplement.

Some Examples of NCAA Banned Substances in Each Drug Class

There is NO complete list of banned substances.Do not rely on this list to rule out any label ingredient.

1. Stimulants:

Amphetamine (Adderall); caffeine (guarana); cocaine; ephedrine; methamphetamine; methylphenidate (Ritalin); synephrine (bitter orange); dimethylamylamine (DMAA, methylhexanamine); “bath salts” (mephedrone); Octopamine; hordenine; dimethylbutylamine (DMBA, AMP, 4-amino methylpentane citrate); phenethylamines (PEAs); dimethylhexylamine (DMHA, Octodrine) etc.

Exceptions: phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine are not banned.

2. Anabolic Agents (sometimes listed as a chemical formula, such as 3,6,17-androstenetrione):

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Androstenedione; boldenone; clenbuterol; DHEA (7-Keto); epi-trenbolone; testosterone; etiocholanolone; methasterone; methandienone; nandrolone; norandrostenedione; stanozolol; stenbolone; trenbolone; SARMS (ostarine, ligandrol, LGD-4033); etc.

3. Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for rifle only):

Alcohol; atenolol; metoprolol; nadolol; pindolol; propranolol; timolol; etc.

4. Diuretics (water pills) and other masking agents:

Bumetanide; chlorothiazide; furosemide; hydrochlorothiazide; probenecid; spironolactone (canrenone); triameterene; trichlormethiazide; etc.

Exceptions: finasteride is not banned.

5. Illicit Drugs:

Heroin; marijuana; tetrahydrocannabinol (THC); synthetic cannabinoids (e.g., spice, K2, JWH-018, JWH-073)

6. Peptide Hormones and Analogues:

Growth hormone (hGH); human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG); erythropoietin (EPO); IGF-1 (colostrum); etc.

Exceptions: insulin, Synthroid are not banned.

7. Anti-Estrogens:

Anastrozole; tamoxifen; formestane; ATD, clomiphene; SERMS (nolvadex); Arimidex; clomid; evista; fulvestrant; aromatase inhibitors (Androst-3,5-dien-7,17-dione), letrozole; etc.

8. Beta-2 Agonists:

Bambuterol; formoterol; salbutamol; salmeterol; higenamine; norcoclaurine; etc.

Additional examples of banned drugs can be found at www.ncaa.org/drugtesting.

Any substance that is chemically related to the class, even if it is not listed as an example, is also banned!

Information about ingredients in medications and nutritional/dietary supplements can be obtained by contacting Drug Free Sport AXIS™ at 877/202-0769 or www.drugfreesport.com/axis password: ncaa1, ncaa2 or ncaa3.

It is your responsibility to check with the appropriate or designated   athletics staff before using any substance.

Amateurism

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In order to participate in intercollegiate athletics, you must be an amateur in your sport. You lose your amateur standing if you use your athletics skill for any form for pay, accept a promise of pay even if such pay is to be received following completion of intercollegiate athletics participation, sign a contract or commitment of any kind to play professional athletics, receive directly or indirectly a salary, reimbursement of expenses or any other form of financial assistance from a professional sports organization based on athletics skill or participation (except as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations), competes on any professional athletics team per Bylaw 12.02.12, even if no pay or remuneration for expenses was received, if after initial full-time collegiate enrollment, enters into a professional draft, or you enter into an agreement with an agent.

The rules governing amateurism are complicated, and your eligibility to compete for RPI is at stake. If you have doubts or questions about any situation, check with the RPI Compliance Office.

** For NCAA Division I Ice Hockey student-athletes, the NCAA Eligibility Center will process and certify your amateurism status prior to initial enrollment at any collegiate institutions. Following initial enrollment, RPI will be responsible for certifying your amateurism status each academic year.

Gambling & Sport Wagering Per NCAA Bylaw 10.3, all forms of gambling and sports wagering by student-athletes, RPI coaches and athletic department staff are prohibited. Sports wagering includes placing, accepting or soliciting a wager (on a staff member’s or student-athlete’s own behalf or on the behalf of others) of any type with any individual or organization on any intercollegiate, amateur or professional team or contest. Examples of sports wagering include, but are not limited to, the use of a bookmaker or parlay card; Internet sports wagering; auctions in which bids are placed on teams, individuals or contests; skins play in golf, and pools or fantasy leagues in which an entry fee is required and there is an opportunity to win a prize. This prohibition extends to all sports, both at the collegiate and professional levels, in which the NCAA conducts championship competition and emerging sports. As always, all student-athletes, coaches and staff have a collective responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with all NCAA, ECAC Hockey and Liberty League rules. If you have any questions about this rule or other regulations, please stop by the RPI Compliance Office.

The NCAA’s position on Gambling & Sports Wagering “The NCAA opposes all forms of legal and illegal sports wagering. Sports wagering has the potential to undermine the integrity of sports contests, and jeopardize the welfare of student-athletes and the intercollegiate athletics community. Sports wagering demeans the competition and competitors alike by sending a message that is contrary to the purposes and meaning of “sport.” Sports competition should be appreciated for the inherent benefits related to participation of student-athletes, coaches, and institutions in fair contests, not the amount of money wagered on the outcome of the competition.”

Charitable and Promotional Events NCAA rules restrict the type of promotional activities in which student-athletes may participate. Requests for student-athlete appearances/images/names from entities outside the Athletic Department require prior written approval from the Athletic Compliance Specialist and Director of Athletics. If you are asked to participate in a promotional or charitable activity by a

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permissible entity (i.e., RPI organization, non-profit organizations, local elementary school, etc.) please contact the Compliance Office immediately to obtain the necessary approval prior to the event. It is an NCAA violation to participate in such activities without prior approval and any involvement will immediately jeopardize your eligibility.

Endorsement of Commercial Products and/or Services NCAA rules prohibit the use of an enrolled student-athlete’s name, picture or likeness to endorse a commercial entity, product or service. Requests for promotional appearances by a student-athlete in conjunction with an event, commercial product, or website must receive prior approval by the Compliance Office and Director of Athletics. Direct endorsements, including activities such as modeling, appearances in commercial advertisements, or acting in movies or TV may trigger potential amateurism issues. A common issue for student-athletes involves implied endorsements, which can include appearances in a calendar or name references in a publication. Although the activity may seem harmless, indirect endorsement of commercial entities, products or services can jeopardize your amateur status and the penalty can result in loss of eligibility. Please be cautious in these situations and contact the Compliance Office prior to engaging in any type of activity.

**NCAA Division I Ice Hockey (ONLY)**

Financial AidInstitutional aid received by student-athletes generally falls into one of three categories: full athletics grant-in-aid, partial athletics grant-in-aid, and need-based, non-athletics institutional aid.

Period of Award Student-athletes’ grants-in-aid will not be terminated for medical reasons or for reasons associated with athletics performance. However, the Institution may revoke your athletic scholarship if you render yourself academically ineligible for athletics competition, falsify information on your application or letter of intent, or fail to follow the rules established for your sport, including failure to adhere to the student-athlete drug and alcohol policy. Should a student-athlete voluntarily withdraw from the team, his/her athletics scholarship will be terminated immediately and will not be renewed for future terms. The athletics department may recommend that a scholarship not be renewed if a student-athlete (and/or his/her family) and the department have previously agreed that the scholarship would be in effect at a given financial level only for a specific time period.

Playing and Practice Season Limitations There are limits on what can be required of you by your coach. During the season, you cannot spend more than 20 hours per week or four hours per day in required athletically-related activities (practice, conditioning, meetings, film study, and weight lifting). In addition, you must be granted one day off each week during your traditional season. In the off-season, you cannot be required to spend more than 8 hours per week on conditioning activities; in sports other

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than Hockey, four of those eight hours may be spent on skill instruction or film study with your coach. In the off-season, you must be granted two days off each week. Some exceptions to these rules apply. Please contact the Compliance Office if you have any questions or concerns.

Each month, at least 3 student-athletes per team will be required to review and approve the countable athletic related activities (CARA) for each sport.

Extra Benefits An extra benefit is any special arrangement by a RPI employee or a representative of Rensselaer’s athletics interests (i.e., a booster, alumni, former student-athletes, etc.) to provide you, your relatives, or your friends with any benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA regulations. Receipt of a benefit is not an NCAA rules violation only if it is demonstrated that the same benefit is generally available to all RPI students, or if it is available to a particular segment of the student body on a basis unrelated to athletics ability. Examples of impermissible extra benefits:

The use of an automobile Giving a loan or helping to secure a loan Discounts on services, like dry cleaning or car repair Discounts on purchases, such as a car, clothing or airline tickets The use of a cell phone or phone card Receipt of services from businesses, like movie tickets or dinner Providing a student-athlete or their family member with rent free or below fair market

value housing

Examples of benefits the University may provide: Athletic scholarships Appropriate equipment for practice and competition Travel expenses for practice and competition Complimentary admissions for games Awards to recognize participation and achievement Medical treatment Academic support services

Accepting an extra benefit or preferential treatment can have serious effects on your athletic eligibility. If you are ever in doubt about a gift, benefit, or service, ask your coach or the Athletic Compliance Specialist.

Eligibility CertificationIn order to participate in varsity athletics at RPI, you must be certified as eligible under NCAA, ECAC Hockey and RPI rules and regulations. Eligibility certification must be completed prior to joining a team and taking part in any athletically-related activities. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the Athletic Compliance Specialist.

All student-athletes must: Attend an orientation session with the Athletic Compliance Specialist; Receive a copy of the Student-Athlete Handbook (printed or email); Complete a digital copy of the NCAA Student-Athlete Statement, NCAA Drug-Testing

Consent Form, RPI Hazing form, RPI Social Media form, via the NCAA Eligibility Center; Meet the applicable NCAA progress toward degree requirements; Be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center; Be registered for 12 credits (or approved for less than 12 credits) as a full-time student; Pass a minimum of six units during the previous semester of full-time enrollment during

the academic year; and

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Have a valid physical examination on file with RPI Athletic Training staff.

Competition & Practice Limits: NCAA Limits on Athletically-Related Activities The NCAA restricts a student-athlete’s participation in countable athletically-related activities to: Playing Season - Required Activity

maximum of four hours per day maximum of 20 hours per week, with each day of competition counting as three hours required one day off per week

Out-of-Season - Required Activity maximum of eight hours per week required two days off per week for ice hockey, not more than four hours per week may be spent on required individual

skill instruction out-of-season activities may not occur during finals week. It is not permissible for

student-athletes to participate in voluntary workouts with their coaches during finals week.

Countable Athletically-Related Activities The NCAA defines countable athletically-related activities (CARA) as any required activity with an athletics purpose involving student-athletes and at the direction of, or supervised by, one or more of an institution’s coaching staff (including sports performance coaches). These activities must be included in the weekly and daily limitations. Examples of countable athletically-related activities include, but are not limited to:

practice (any meeting, activity or instruction involving sport-related information and having athletics purpose);

competition (always counts as 3 hours regardless of actual duration of competition); required weight training and conditioning activities at the direction of or supervised by

an institutional staff member; film or videotape reviews of athletics practices or contests required, supervised or

monitored by staff members; required participation in camps, clinics or promotional/charitable activities;

The Athletic Department places a strong emphasis on the compliance with these rules to ensure student-athletes succeed in all aspects of the collegiate experience. If you ever have any questions about your sport’s activities, please talk to your coach, sport administrator, Athletic Compliance Specialist, Director of Athletics or Faculty Athletics Representatives.

Voluntary Workouts Student-athletes may participate in voluntary conditioning workouts and activities supervised by a sports performance staff member during the academic year and during the summer. The NCAA determined that for an athletically related activity to be considered “voluntary,” all of the following must be met:

1. Student-athletes must not be required to report back to the coach or other staff member (e.g., strength coach, trainer, manager) any information related to the activity. No athletic department staff member may report back to the coach any information related to the activity that he/she may have observed;

2. The activity must be initiated and requested solely by the student-athlete; 3. Attendance and participation in the activity may not be recorded for the purpose of

reporting back to coaches or other student-athletes; and 4. Student-athletes must not be subject to penalty if he/she elects not to participate in the

activity. No recognition or incentives may be provided based on attendance or performance in the activity.

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Equipment Room ServicesVARSITY EQUIPMENT

Equipment room staff will work with coaches to ensure the proper ordering, storage, issuance, retrieval, and reconditioning of sports equipment.

It is the coach’s responsibility to ensure that all team issued equipment and gear is returned no later than 30 days following the end of the season. After that date the student will be billed the replacement cost of any missing items. A gift of athletic equipment to any student must be approved by the Athletic Compliance Specialist.

Issuance of equipment for use in the summer must conform to all applicable NCAA and conference rules and regulations. No exceptions.

Donation of varsity equipment to non-profit organizations may be approved under the following conditions:

No Rensselaer team or organization will be able to use the equipment Comply with NCAA Rules and Regulations

LAUNDRYLaundry services are available in the Alumni Sports & Recreation Center, East Campus Stadium, and Houston Field House.

All varsity team uniforms are to be laundered only by full time athletic department staff members with specific training on use of the machines. In-season teams take priority in the laundering of game/practice clothing and equipment.

UNIFORM INVENTORYAll athletic uniforms will be inventoried on a regular basis. An inventory of all uniforms will be supplied to the head coach at the conclusion of each competitive season. Any uniform equipment deemed to be unsafe will be sent out for reconditioning or removed from the athletic uniform inventory list.

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Facilities and UsageINTERNAL FACILITY REQUESTS

Internal Athletic Facility requests can be submitted electronically through the Event Management System (EMS) using the link: https://rpi.emscloudservice.com/virtualems/

All requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled event.

Please notify all appropriate facility managers/coordinators with requests and changes:

Houston Field House – Norris Pearson, Athletics Operations Manager Robison Gym, Robison Pool, and ’87 Gym – Joe Vrablic, Athletics Building Supervisor ECAV and All Other Athletic Facilities – Scott Sasenbury, Athletics Facilities Manager ECAV Conference Rooms including the Harkness Room, Blitman Room and

Championship Rooms can be scheduled by internal users through the Athletic Department Administrative Specialist at 518-276-6685.

Required Signatures for Approval

Rensselaer Union Clubs must obtain prior approval for facility requests from Mueller Center Operations Manager.

Rensselaer Fraternities and Sororities must obtain prior approval for facility requests from Associate Dean of Greek Life Commons.

Rensselaer Union Association and GM Week events must obtain prior approval from Director of Student Activities.

ROTC Service Branches must obtain prior approval for facility requests from a Commissioned Officer and facility requests must include the printed name and contact information of a Commissioned Officer as a secondary contact.

Prioritization of Internal Requests

1. Presidential Authorized Events2. Intercollegiate Athletics (Competitions and Practices)3. Rensselaer Union GM Week Events4. ROTC (Sanctioned Events Required for Curriculum)5. Authorized Campus Events6. Rensselaer Intramurals7. Rensselaer Union Athletic Clubs8. Rensselaer Union Associations9. RPI Athletic Summer Camps10. ROTC (Non-Sanctioned Events)11. Open Recreation

You may be charged labor fees for your use of these facilities. Please inquire about these charges when submitting your request and an estimate will be provided if needed.

Groups requesting to use the pool must provide Life Guard Certification at the time of the request.

Groups utilizing facilities and equipment will be held responsible for any damages.

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Please report any injuries, theft, or damage immediately to RPI Public Safety.

EXTERNAL FACILITY REQUESTSRequests must be submitted at least two (2) weeks in advance of the scheduled event to the Athletic Facilities Manager.

External users must sign a facility use agreement which is reviewed and signed by the RPI Assistant Vice President for Administration.

A certificate of insurance naming Rensselaer, its officers, trustees, agents, and employees as additionally insured must be submitted two weeks prior to the event. The certificate of insurance must include comprehensive general liability insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 and comprehensive automotive liability insurance in the amount of $2,000,000. The certificate of insurance must be reviewed and approved by the Office of Risk Management.

Prioritization of External Requests

1. Intercollegiate Athletics2. State and Sectional High School Athletic Championships3. High School Athletics 4. Youth/Amateur Athletics5. Professional Athletics 6. Charitable/Non-Profit Community Events

Please inquire about supervisor and labor fees when submitting your request and an estimate will be provided.

Groups requesting to use the pool must provide Life Guard Certification at the time of the request.

Groups utilizing facilities and equipment will be held responsible for any damages.

Please report any injuries, theft, or damage immediately to RPI Public Safety.

FACILITIES RULES No smoking No pets allowed Glass containers of any kind are strictly prohibited Artificial noisemakers or air horns are strictly prohibited The use of alcohol or any tobacco products is strictly prohibited The throwing of objects from the stands is prohibited All purses, backpacks, or other carry-in items are subject to inspection Rensselaer reserves the right to remove banners and signs Persons violating any rules are subject to removal from the facility

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SCHEDULED HOURS OF OPERATIONREGULAR HOURS

AS & RC ROBISON POOL

’87 GYM ECAV

MONDAY 9:00 am – 12:00 am

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

11:00 am – 11:30 pm

6:00 am – 11:00 pm

TUESDAY 9:00 am – 12:00 am

9:00 am – 11:00 am8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

11:00 am – 11:30 pm

6:00 am – 11:00 pm

WEDNESDAY 9:00 am – 12:00 am

9:00 am – 11:00 am11:00 am – 2:00 pm8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

11:00 am – 11:30 pm

6:00 am – 11:00 pm

THURDAY 9:00 am – 12:00 am

9:00 am – 11:00 am8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

11:00 am – 11:30 pm

6:00 am – 11:00 pm

FRIDAY 9:00 am – 12:00 am

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

11:00 am – 7:00 pm

6:00 am – 8:00 pm

SATURDAY 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

SUNDAY 12:00 pm – 12:00 am

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

11:00 am – 11:30 pm

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

(Hours and access vary between athletic facilities and fields)

SPECIAL HOURS OF OPERATIONLABOR DAY

AS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAVSATURDAY, AUG. 31

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Closed 10:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 1

12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Closed 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

MONDAY, SEPT. 2

Closed Closed Closed Closed

COLUMBUS DAYAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

FRIDAY, OCT. 9:00 am – 6:00 12:00 pm – 2:00 11:00 am – 6:00 6:00 am – 6:00

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11 pm pm pm pmSATURDAY, OCT. 12

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

11:00 am – 6:00 pm

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

SUNDAY, OCT. 13

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

11:00 am – 9:00 pm

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

MONDAY, OCT. 14

9:00 am – 9:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 9:00 pm

6:00 am – 9:00 pm

THANKSGIVING RECESSAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

TUESDAY, NOV. 26 9:00 am – 9:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 5:00 pm

6:00 am – 9:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Closed Closed 6:00 am – 5:00 pm

THURSDAY – SATURDAYNOV. 28 – 30

Closed Closed Closed Closed

SUNDAY, DEC. 1 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

EXAM WEEKAS&RC ROBISON

POOL'87 GYM ECAV

THURSDAY, DEC. 12 9:00 pm – 9:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 pm – 2:30 pm 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

FRIDAY, DEC. 13 9:00 pm – 9:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 pm – 2:30 pm 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

SATURDAY, DEC. 14 9:00 pm – 5:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed Closed

SUNDAY, DEC. 15 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed Closed

MONDAY – FRIDAYDEC. 16 – 20

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Closed 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

WINTER INTERCESSION(December 21 – January 1)

AS&RC ROBISON POOL

'87 GYM ECAV

SATURDAY – TUESDAY DEC. 22 – JAN. 1

Closed Closed Closed Closed

WINTER INTERCESSION (January 2 – 12)

AS&RC ROBISON POOL

'87 GYM ECAV

MONDAYS – FRIDAYS 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Closed 11:00 am – 2:30 pm 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

Closed Closed Closed Closed

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAYAS&RC ROBISON '87 GYM ECAV

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POOL

SATURDAY, JAN. 18

9:00 am – 5:00 pm 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

SUNDAY, JAN. 19

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

MONDAY, JAN. 20

Closed Closed Closed Closed

PRESIDENT’S DAYAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

FRIDAY, FEB. 14

9:00 am – 7:00 pm 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Closed 6:00 am – 5:00 pm

SATURDAY, FEB. 15

9:00 am – 5:00 pm 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

SUNDAY, FEB. 16

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Closed 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

MONDAY, FEB. 17

Closed Closed Closed Closed

SPRING RECESSAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

FRIDAY, MAR 6 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 5:00 pm

6:00 am – 5:00 pm

SATURDAY MAR. 7 – SUNDAY MAR. 8

Closed Closed Closed Closed

MONDAY MAR. 9 – FRIDAY MAR. 13

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Closed 11:00 am – 2:30 pm

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

SATURDAY, MAR. 14

Closed Closed Closed Closed

SUNDAY, MAR. 15

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Closed Closed 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

EASTERAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

SATURDAY, APR. 11

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

SUNDAY, APR. 12

Closed Closed Closed Closed

EXAM AND SENIOR WEEKSAS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAV

THURSDAY, APR. 30

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:30 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

FRIDAY, MAY 1 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:30 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

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SATURDAY, MAY 2 9:00 am – 5:00

pm12:00 pm – 4:00

pmClosed 10:00 am – 6:00

pmSUNDAY, MAY 3 12:00 pm – 8:00

pm12:00 pm – 4:00

pmClosed 12:00 pm – 8:00

pmMONDAY, MAY 4 – FRIDAY, MAY 8

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:30 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

SATUDAY, MAY 9 – SUNDAY, MAY 10

Closed Closed Closed Closed

MONDAY, MAY 11 – FRIDAY, MAY 15

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Closed 11:00 am – 2:30 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

SATURDAY, MAY 16 – SUNDAY, MAY 17

Closed Closed Closed Closed

MONDAY, MAY 18 – FRIDAY, MAY 22

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Closed 11:00 am – 2:30 pm 6:00 am – 6:00 pm

SATURDAY, MAY 23 – SUNDAY, MAY 24

Closed Closed Closed Closed

SUMMER HOURS (May 25 – August 26)

AS&RC ROBISON POOL '87 GYM ECAVMONDAY – THURSDAY

9:00 am – 8:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:30 pm

7:00 am – 8:30 pm

FRIDAY 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

11:00 am – 2:30 pm

7:00 am – 5:00 pm

SATURDAY – SUNDAY

Closed Closed Closed Closed

MEMORIAL DAYAS&RC ROBISON

POOL'87 GYM ECAV

MONDAY, MAY 25 Closed Closed Closed Closed

INDEPENDENCE DAYAS&RC ROBISON

POOL'87 GYM ECAV

SATURDAY, JULY 4 Closed Closed Closed Closed

NOTES:o TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATIONo POOL HOURS ARE DEPENDANT ON LIFEGUARD AVAILABILITY

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EXTERNAL RENTAL RATES

Facility Hourly Rate

Facility Hourly Rate

ECAV Arena and Auxiliary Gym

$250 ’87 Gym $125

ECAV Stadium (turf) $250 Robison Pool (meet/practice)

$150

Harkness Track & Field (turf)

$135 Doris Robison Softball Field

$150

Lower Renwyck (turf) $135 Robison Baseball Field $150

Lower Renwyck (grass) $125 Sharp Tennis Court $150

Upper Renwyck (grass) $125 Anderson Field $125

Robison Gym (AS&RC) $150 Houston Field House $185

SERVICE FEES

Service Fee

Field Set Up Based on Requirements

Locker Rooms $100

Physical Plant (Electrical, etc.)

Based on Requirements

Sodexo Based on Requirements

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LABOR RATES

Labor Category Hourly Rate

Athletic Facility Staff $35

Athletic Trainers $35

Lifeguards $20

Environmental & Site Services $35

Public Safety $35

EMTs Based on Requirements

Physical Plant (Electrical, etc.) Based on Requirements

Additional Services Box Office and labor fees are subject to negotiation based on event details and logistics. Rensselaer and Sodexo have the right of first refusal with regards to all on campus catering and concessions Rensselaer and Sodexo have the right of first refusal with regards to all on campus catering and concessions sales. External groups will be subject to a buy-out fee in order to utilize alternative catering and concession options. Rensselaer reserves the right to negotiate a merchandise split or fee for external merchandise sales.

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Athletic Training & Insurance PolicySPORTS MEDICINE: POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 2019-2020

Sports Medicine/Athletic Training Personnel

Athletic Trainer Contact Information Sports

Chris ThompsonHead Athletic Trainer

thompc@rpi.edu518-276-6186

FootballM/W Cross CountryM/W Track & FieldWomen’s Lacrosse

TBAAssociate Athletic Trainer

emailphone #

TBA

Chris HerrmannAssistant Athletic Trainer

herrmc@rpi.edu518-276-2884

Women’s SoccerM/W Swimming & Diving

Men’s Lacrosse

Mizue IwamotoAssistant Athletic Trainer

iwamom@rpi.edu518-276-2884

Women’s Ice HockeyGolf

Softball

Austin JonesAssistant Athletic Trainer

jonesa15@rpi.edu518-276-2884

Men’s Hockey

Hwaseon KimAssistant Athletic Trainer

kimh15@rpi.edu518-276-2884

Men’s SoccerMen’s Basketball

Anais MotonAssistant Athletic Trainer

motona@rpi.edu518-276-2884

Field HockeyBaseball

Sophie KnittleAthletic Training Associate

knitts@rpi.edu518-276-2884

 FootballWomen’s Basketball

ECAV ATHLETIC TRAINING ROOM HOURS

Monday – Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday:Around practice and competition schedule (weekend hours will be posted every Thursday)

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***Hours are subject to change***

Injury Reporting

All new injuries should be reported at the time of injury, after practice, or before noon the next day. This allows us adequate time to address your issue before your next scheduled activity. It also enhances our ability to act as a liaison between you, coaches, and other medical professionals.

Treatment Policies

Rehabilitation programs and treatment should be done between 6:30AM and 3PM. After 3PM, the priority of the Athletic Training Staff shifts to preparing athletes for afternoon practices and games. Electrical modalities, hands on treatments (i.e. Graston), and new injury evaluations are not guaranteed from this point on.

The ECAV Sports Medicine Suite opens daily (Monday-Friday) at 6:30AM in order to allow all athletes adequate time for treatment around practices and class schedules. As a result, evening treatments after practices and lifts will not be administered unless directed by the member of the Sports Medicine Staff.

All treatments should be prescribed and progressed by a member of the sports medicine staff. Communication with the staff on a daily basis is of paramount importance to your recovery process, and allows your treatment to appropriately adapt to the status of your injury, which may change daily.

Hydro Area

In order to keep everyone safe and comfortable, please adhere to the following guidelines when utilizing our wet area.

1. Shower and put on clean clothes before entering cold or warm tubs.2. Clothing worn should be appropriate for a co-ed facility.3. If you are using the cold tub for recovery, please notify a member of the Sports

Medicine Staff before use.4. Warm tubs are a physical therapy modality and their use should only be by the

direction of a member of the sports medicine staff. Only the affected body part should be put into the tub.

5. Do not drain or touch buttons on the warm and cold units.6. Assume that the floor will be slippery at all times. Use caution.

Concussion Management

Rensselaer Sports Medicine and the College Health Center are committed to a strong and thorough concussion management policy. Your early and honest communication with the Athletic Training Staff is of the utmost importance in assisting us to safely return you to play after a concussion. In addition to the NCAA Concussion Fact Sheet, all athletes receive concussion education yearly, including the following.

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A concussion is an injury to the brain that may be caused by a direct blow

to the head, face, neck, or elsewhere on the body with an “impulsive” force transmitted to the head.

Concussions may also occur from an athlete’s head hitting a hard surface such as the ground, another athlete, or piece of equipment.

All concussions are serious and may result in the rapid onset of impairment of neurologic function, and if not treated promptly may result in long term complications or death.

It is important to understand that a concussion can occur in ANY sport and an athlete can suffer a concussion even when wearing a helmet.

Concussion Signs/Symptoms

Concussions may result in one or many signs and symptoms such as; headache, dizziness, changes in behavior/emotional state, feeling “in a fog”, drowsiness, slowed reaction times, loss of short term or long-term memory, and even loss of consciousness.

If an athlete experiences any of these signs or symptoms, it is extremely important to report to an Athletic Trainer to receive the proper medical attention for his/her health and safety.

STUDENT-ATHLETE SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE POLICYAs required by the NCAA, Rensselaer carries a supplemental insurance policy for injuries sustained while participating in school sponsored activities required for participation with a varsity program. This is a secondary policy, and there for all claims are required to be processed through the athlete’s private insurance policy first. As a policy designed to cover varsity athletic injuries, it is not designed to cover injuries sustained outside of participation with your varsity sport. Intramural sport, dorm injuries, pre-existing conditions, among others will not qualify.

The billing process for hospitals and medical offices can often be complex and go through numerous channels. As a result, bills may be generated and sent to you in error for eligible claims. Should you receive a bill for an eligible injury it is important that you address it in a timely fashion. If done so, the error can generally be corrected. A delay may result in the cost becoming the athletes’ responsibility, even for covered claims, if bills are ignored.

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Cold Weather Activity Guidelines

Wind chill Temperature

Practice status Duration Comments

above 30˚F normal as tolerated All participants should wear appropriate protective clothing along with any required protective equipment.

26˚F to 30˚F normal <150 minutes Consider inserting a 10-15 minute break during practice to go indoors to re-warm.

16˚F to 25˚F limited <120 minutes If longer than 90 minutes, a mandatory 10 minute break to re-warm indoors must occur.

6˚F to 15˚F very limited <90 minutes All skin should be covered if possible.Mandatory 10 minute re-warming indoors, if outdoors longer than 60 minutes.

-5˚F to 5˚F extremely limited <30 minutes NO exposed skin.Must re-warm at least 10 minutes before going outdoors again. Total outdoor exposure not to exceed 60 minutes.

lower than -6˚F no outside practice

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Strength & Conditioning ServicesPROGRAM PHILOSOPHY

The RPI Strength & Conditioning program philosophy is based on 3 pillars of reducing risk of non-contact injury, improving performance/athleticism, and educating student-athletes on their training process to promote ownership of the program. 

The Strength and Conditioning program is an integral part of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute collegiate experience. Not only is the staff responsible for physical training, but also to teach the student- athletes about developing a strong work ethic through physical and mental training. Training programs focus on the relevant parameters of performance for sport and overall wellness. Regular individual and team performance assessments are conducted during the year to monitor progress.

COACHING PHILOSOPHYRPI Strength & Conditioning coaches will seek to provide student-athletes with the opportunity to achieve and execute their sport skills at the highest level while mitigating fatigue in practice and in competition.

WEIGHT ROOM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES1. Training attendance must be given the same priority as practice

attendance.2. Training will continue throughout the competitive season.3. Student-athletes must work out on their assigned days at their assigned

times (unless prior arrangements have been made with your assigned Strength & Conditioning Coach).

4. The workout prescribed by the Strength & Conditioning Coach must be performed. Individual workouts will not be permitted in the weight room during a team training session. Individual workouts may be performed during weight room open hours.

WEIGHT ROOM RULES1. Athletes must be on time for team training sessions (5 minutes prior to start time)2. Fill out attendance book and program sheets3. Food and non-water beverages are not permitted on the weight room floor4. No Gum allowed during a training session.5. RPI issued athletic wear is required. Shorts, t-shirts (no cut-offs) and athletic shoes

are mandatory6. Spotters must be used for near-maximum effort lifting7. All weights must be racked after use; Equipment must be returned when finished8. No dropping of weight plates or dumbbells9. No sitting during a team training session

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10. No horseplay11. Respect the coach and facility12. Work Hard!**In the event of a disciplinary problem, the Strength and Conditioning staff has the authority to eject an athlete from the facilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENTStudent-athletes who use the varsity weight rooms must use their time productively. Training sessions provide an opportunity to improve and should be taken seriously. It is important to arrive 5 minutes prior to start of training and train with a positive attitude. At the same time, it is hoped that all student-athletes will feel comfortable in the training environment provided and that workouts will be enjoyable.

WEIGHT ROOM OPEN HOURS  Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (*subject to change)

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Athletic CommunicationsGENERAL INFORMATION

The Athletic Communications Office is responsible for coordinating all publicity for the Institute’s intercollegiate athletic programs, emphasizing the players and coaches of the athletic department. The primary purpose is to serve as a liaison between RPI’s administration, coaches, student-athletes and the local, state, and national media, promoting an awareness of the general activities of the department as a part of the total mission of Rensselaer.

Specific duties and service of the office include:

Arranging and overseeing all media interviews Coordination of game-day on-site statistical operations Production of informational and promotional publications Production of media guides and game day programs Writing and distributing press releases Compiling and distributing statistical information Updating the statistical archives Updating the www.rpiathletics.com web site Handling credential and interview requests from the media Arranging and monitoring any necessary press conferences Serve as a liaison with Liberty League, ECAC Hockey, and NCAA offices Writing and distributing weekly updates Providing background information on student-athlete awards, Hall of Fame

selections and similar activities

Student-athlete questionnaires: The Athletic Communications Office will provide the coaching staff of each intercollegiate team with the questionnaires. They must be completed and returned no later than one week prior to the first scheduled competition. They will be used to complete player bios, media guides, hometown media reports, and contact information.

Score reporting: Immediately following all home contests the Athletic Communications Office will report the score(s) to all pertinent media outlets, including all those requested by the visiting team(s). Box scores will also be provided to the home team, visiting team, and media, and posted to the web site.

Request for information, interview requests: All requests for student information or student-athlete interviews will be handled by the Athletic Communications Office. Please be sure to contact the office in advance of any requests.

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MEDIA GUIDELINESTips for Interviews with the Media

1) Opportunity. Always remember that interviews are a great opportunity to promote your team and the Institute.

2) Be Proud...Be Humble. Keep in mind the words of long-time Harvard football coach Joe Restic, who said, "When you're 8-2, act like you're 2-8; and when you're 2-8, act like you're 8-2."  When you win a game, take a moment to think how the players and coaches in the other locker room are feeling.

3) Show 'em You're More Than an Athlete. Express the enjoyment you have in playing hockey at RPI, while letting people know that you are a great deal more than just an athlete.  You are among the most diverse and interesting student-athletes in the world.  Tell them about yourself, extra-curricular and student activities, reasons you came to RPI, interesting background, etc.

4) Stay Clear of Controversy. When possible, avoid the phrase "no comment" because of its negative—and secretive—connotations.  Politely say, "I would rather not comment on that because...".  If appropriate, continue on by adding, "What I can say on that subject is... (whatever you feel is proper)." If an interviewer relays a charge or contention made by an unnamed source, don't respond in any way that could inflame the situation. 

5) Be Calm and Confident. Whenever possible, conduct an interview in a place you are comfortable with.  Speak your words with conviction. Always respond to questions in a positive tone.  Remember you and your words and actions are a reflection of you, your team and Rensselaer.  Anytime you are doing a television interview it is vital that you are standing and wearing a shirt.

6) Think Before You Speak. You can't control a reporter's question, but you have complete control over how you answer. Understand the implications of what you say, and remember the spoken word can come out quite differently when it is put in print. Avoid "yes" or "no" answers. If a question seems improper, politely decline answering it. Don't be baited. Let me know if you feel a reporter has acted unprofessionally. It takes practice but avoid using “you know” and “like” and “um”. You are much too intelligent for those phrases/words!

7) The Team Comes First. If you are being recognized for an achievement, be certain to acknowledge your teammates and coaches. Let them share in the glory. If there is a team controversy, keep these matters internal. What happens in the locker room stays in the locker room.

8) It's Just a Game. No matter how devastating (or unfair) a loss might seem to be, remember it is still just a game. How we act in victory and how we accept defeat speaks volumes about our character. Even in a defeat, let an interviewer know that the team played hard, if not its best. Whenever you are down, take a moment to think how fortunate you are to have the ability and opportunity to be playing a sport at one of the greatest schools in the world, and realize the life-long friendships you have developed and rewards you have reaped through this opportunity. Those will be lasting memories.

9) And Remember. Never give out your home or cell phone numbers or email addresses to the media … All interviews outside of pre or post-practice MUST go

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through sports information … Never blow off an interview. Should something come up that you can’t make it, let me know and I will take care of rescheduling … When being interviewed by a television reporter always stand and wear a shirt … Never criticize officials – there is nothing you can do about the officiating.

Team TravelRensselaer will provide student athletes with reasonable transportation, meals and lodging as needed for team travel as long as they are a member of the team’s official travel party. It is expected that all varsity athletes, coaches and support personnel will conduct themselves with proper decorum during all team trips.

All members of the official travel party will utilize the transportation provided both to, and from, the contest(s). Any request to utilize alternative transportation may be approved under the following conditions:

• A student cannot utilize team transportation and still participate in other Institute approved co-curricular activities. In this case a student may request that they be allowed to drive their own vehicle to a contest with both parental consent and consent of the advisor for the co-curricular activity.

• A student has another academic related responsibility (such as an internship or job interview) that would not allow them to use team transportation. In this case a student may request that they be allowed to drive their own vehicle to a contest with parental consent.

• A student requests to be released to their parents at the conclusion of the athletic contest. Approval must be on department approved forms, student must be released directly to a parent or legal guardian, and it must be after the conclusion of Rensselaer’s participation in the athletic contest.

These guidelines exist to limit Rensselaer’s liability and to ensure the highest level of safety for all team members. Failure to properly follow the guidelines will be addressed during the performance review process.

All air travel should be arranged by Rensselaer personnel. A professional staff member should be present when students are traveling to competitions by air. Proper attire shall be mandatory. Be aware that you are representing Rensselaer in the community and conduct yourself appropriately at all times.

The consumption of alcohol by student-athletes on an Institute sponsored athletic trip will not be allowed even if the student is of legal drinking age. If a student-athlete is found to have consumed alcohol on a school trip the student may be referred to the Dean of Student’s office or may be removed from the team.

Student-athletes may be fed as a team or given a per diem meal allowance. Per-diem may be provided for student-athletes during official team travel and/or vacation periods for teams that are in-season. Per-diem may be paid directly to the student-athlete. Student-athletes MUST sign for their per-diem at the time it is handed out. Per Diem meal allowances are not to exceed $30.00 per day (i.e., $5.00 for breakfast, $10.00 for lunch and $15.00 for dinner) for official team travel and $25.00 per day (i.e., $5.00 for breakfast, $8.00 for lunch and $12.00 for dinner) for vacation/recess period.

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The Director of Athletics is authorized to approve reasonable expenditures for team entertainment when in travel status for away games, to include team members and those individuals traveling with the team as members of the official travel party for whom expenses are authorized to be paid by the Institute.

Coaches Recruiting TravelBy car:  Coaches shall go through Enterprise to rent a car for a recruiting trip out of town. For very local recruiting, you should use your own vehicle and fill up for gas. There are no department recruiting cars. By air:  Coaches must book all travel through Child Albany Travel (Travel agency of the Institute) or directly through Concur. All trip expenses must be expensed through Concur. The Concur app can also be utilized.  Coaches are responsible to follow all rules and regulations set out in the Institute’s travel policy.

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Student-Athlete EmploymentStudent-athletes are allowed to work during the academic year. All employment is subject to NCAA and Conference rules and regulations. The student-athlete, as a representative of RPI, is expected to behave responsibly and perform job duties to the best of his/her ability.

The following rules apply to all types of student-athlete employment:

• The student-athlete must perform useful work. • The rate of pay must be the regular rate paid for such duties. • Hours paid must equal actual hours worked. • Payment in advance of hours worked is not permitted. • Transportation to the job site may be provided only if such transportation is made

available to all employees.

Student-athletes are responsible for complying with employment rules and are to report any irregularities in employment compensation or benefits to the Compliance Coordinator.

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SAAC – Student-Athlete Advisory CommitteeThe committee provides a platform for student-athletes from each team to address concerns, share ideas, and ask questions. As a committee, we discuss NCAA and league legislation, any changes in school policies, and strive to perform community service both on and off campus.

RPI SAAC MISSION STATEMENTThe RPI SAAC provides a voice for student-athletes within the RPI Community, represents the interests of student-athletes to the administration, undertakes projects that benefit all members of the community, and highlights engaged student-athletes on campus.

LIBERTY LEAGUE SAAC MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Liberty League SAAC is to:

a) Promote all interests of the Liberty League through full representation from participating institutions.

b) Enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare, and fostering a positive image of all student-athletes in the Liberty League both athletically and from a community outreach orientation.

c) Facilitate open communication between all student-athletes, academic communities, coaches, and administrators within the Liberty League.

d) Promote sportsmanship, leadership, and academic achievement among Liberty League student-athletes

e) Provide the student-athletes with a “voice” within the Liberty League.

f) Report to the NCAA National SAAC on all noteworthy concerns, questions, and suggestions.

g) Unite the Liberty League by means of cohesion rather than competition.

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RPI SAAC – 2019-2020 UPDATED LEGISLATIONIII. Executive Board

A. Selection: At the end of the spring semester, individuals will be nominated into the following roles of the executive board.

B. Roles

All Executive Board Positions must be Rensselaer varsity athletes.

President o Oversees all aspects of SAAC and runs all meetings. They also

serve as the point person for the SAAC Networking Fair. Marketing & Promotional Coordinator

o As the Marketing & Promotional Coordinator, the individual is responsible for promoting SAAC within Rensselaer and the greater community. They are responsible for Game of the Week, Instagram and website promotions.

Events Coordinator o The Events Coordinator is responsible for all SAAC hosted events

including Kids’ Day and Special Olympics. They are responsible for staffing the event with the appropriate number of athletes.

Community & Campus Involvement Coordinator o The Community & Campus Involvement Coordinator is responsible

for being the liaison between SAAC and other parties for community events. Events include the Blood Drive, Fresh Check Day and weekly readers.

Liberty League Representative o The Liberty League Representative serves as the point person

between the Rensselaer SAAC and the Liberty League and NCAA. They are responsible for attending the SAAC Conference, leading the Change Wars and attendance and meeting minutes at all SAAC meetings.

Fundraising Coordinator o The Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for all funds related to

SAAC. They are specifically responsible for organizing the SAAC gift and events such as the Chipotle Fundraiser.

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AppendicesCLASS EXCUSE LETTER

TO: ______________________________________

FROM: Head Coach: __________________________ Travis Apgar

Sport: __________________________Assistant Vice President & Dean of Students

Phone: __________________________ x6266

Email: __________________________ apgart@rpi.edu

DATE: _____________________________

Re: Student-Athlete Class Absence - _____________________________________(Student Name & RIN)

Athletics is an important aspect of the Rensselaer undergraduate experience. Rensselaer administration, faculty and coaching staff are proud of Rensselaer’s student-athletes. They consistently perform admirably in competition and in the classroom and it is our expectation that they continue to do so.

I am writing to inform you that the student-athlete noted above is a member of the __________________(sport) team and as such will be absent from your class on the dates below to compete in their sport.

Dates and Times:

______________ _______________ ______________ _______________

______________ _______________ ______________ _______________

______________ _______________ ______________ _______________

______________ _______________ ______________ _______________

Please be aware that other dates may be added due to unforeseen circumstances, such as rescheduling due to weather, tournaments or invitational’s, or post-season events. Rest assured we will be diligent in notifying you as soon as possible upon those contests being (re)scheduled.

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As a reminder, Rensselaer’s “Class Attendance and Examinations” policy states:

Absences from Class

Unforeseen events or preplanned opportunities may conflict with scheduled class time. Whenever possible and appropriate, it is recommended that a student meet with the instructor prior to being absent from class. In either case, if the faculty member approves of the absence, no formal dean’s excuse request is required.

For prescheduled absences

A student who is a member of an authorized team or Rensselaer-sanctioned organization for which events are scheduled is excused from class attendance during the time actually spent away from the campus or during the hours of the event on campus

If the faculty member and student are able to agree on arrangements no formal excuse is required for planned events or those under the direct control of the student including, but not limited to: job interviews, graduate school interviews and/or visits, family reunions, concerts, weddings, fraternity/sorority trips, and/or non-sanctioned club or organization functions, and attendance at a professional conference, research or discipline symposium. When necessary, a request with documentation may be made by the student to the Office of the Student Experience.

Because Rensselaer is a nondenominational university that welcomes all faiths, the decision regarding absence from classes on religious holidays is left to the individual. In the case of conflicts between the university and/or course calendar and an individual’s beliefs, students, faculty, and administrative staff will make arrangements to assure that religious participation is not restricted.

For unforeseen absences

If a student is absent from class due to an unforeseen event or extenuating circumstance beyond the student’s control, when necessary, the Office of the Student Experience provides written requests for excusal from class to faculty on behalf of the student. Unforeseen events include, but are not limited to: hospital admission, death of a family member or significant other, serious illness of a family member or significant other, extended illness or physical immobility, documented student illness, family crisis. Requests for absences without documentation are entirely at the discretion of the Office of the Student Experience. Should a faculty member not be willing to grant an accommodation, then the student should consult with the Office of the Student Experience.

A faculty member, on occasion, may not allow a student’s class absence if said student’s academic performance is not meeting a course’s minimum standard. Students should consult with their faculty during these instances and contact the Office of the Student Experience as necessary.

In all cases the student is required to complete the work that is missed. If an absence should fall on the day of an exam, major presentation, or lab, the student should meet with the faculty member in advance of the absence to make the necessary arrangements if warranted. It is the responsibility of the student to work with faculty to make arrangement to complete missed work by the timeline agreed upon.

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Your understanding and support of our student-athletes is greatly appreciated. If additional information is necessary – or should you have any issues whatsoever with any ______________(sport) student-athlete – please feel free to contact me.

Thank you for your assistance and support.STUDENT-ATHLETE AGREEMENT CONCERNING HAZING

The Department of Athletics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) supports only those activities that contribute to the academic and personal development of students. The Department opposes any situation created intentionally to produce mental or physical discomfort. From the 2019 RPI Student Handbook of Rights and Responsibilities:

HAZING

No individual or group may haze another at any time including initiation into or affiliation with any organization or on-going association or membership. Under the law of New York State and the State of Connecticut, all organization constitutions and by-laws are automatically amended to prohibit hazing activities as defined by the Penal Law of the State of New York and the State of Connecticut.

Hazing is defined by Rensselaer as any conduct that subjects another person, whether physically, mentally, emotionally or psychologically, to anything that may endanger, abuse, degrades or intimidates the person as a condition of association with a group or organization, regardless of the person’s consent or lack of consent.

Such activities and situations include, but are not limited to, paddling in any form; forced consumption of alcohol or other drugs; creation of excessive fatigue; required calisthenics; “kidnapping;” physical and psychological shock; publicly wearing apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and buffoonery; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; late night activities; work sessions which interfere with scholastic activities; activities which are not normally performed by the active membership; and any other activities which are not consistent with organization law, ritual, or policy; or the regulations and policies of the Institute.

Member recruitment, orientation, education and development programs must be constructive and strive to make individuals a part of the larger group by mutually understanding objectives and participating in programs.

Therefore, the Institute’s anti-hazing policy prohibits actions and activities including, but are not limited to, the following:

Any type of initiation or other activity where individuals joining a team are expected to participate in behavior designed to humiliate, degrade, or abuse them regardless of their willingness to participate. Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to consume alcohol or any other

substance, including eating anything an individual would refuse to eat otherwise.

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Morally degrading or humiliating games or other activities that make any

individual the object of amusement, ridicule, or intimidation. Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to participate in “pranks,” such

as stealing or harassment of another organization or individual. Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to participate in any activity that

is illegal, perverse, and publicly indecent, contrary to his/her genuine morals and/or beliefs, such as public profanity, indecent or lewd conduct, or sexual gestures.

Nudity at any time, or forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to consume pornographic materials or go to a strip club.

Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to wear in public apparel that is conspicuous and not within the norm of what is considered to be in good taste.

Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to shave any part of his or her body, including the hair on his or her head.

Physical abuse of any kind, including but not limited to paddling, beating, or otherwise permitting a student-athlete to hit any individual.

Any activity or action that creates a risk to the health, safety, or property of the College or any member of its community.

Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to participate in calisthenics, such as push-ups, sit-ups, and runs.

Awakening or disturbing any individual during normal sleeping hours. Subjecting any individual to cruel and unusual psychological conditions. Forcing, requiring, or pressuring any individual to participate in an activity in

which the full membership of the athletic team is not willing to participate (e.g. freshmen carrying the equipment of upperclassmen).

Socially isolating new members. Myth: Everyone participated voluntarily, so it can’t be considered hazing. The

willingness to participate has nothing to do with whether or not hazing took place. It is the creation of an unhealthy environment or climate that is void of dignity and respect for everyone that is the determining factor! Peer pressure can coerce participation on the part of both the hazer and the hazed.

Questions to ask if unsure:• Is this a team or group activity in which members are encouraged or expected to attend and in which minors are consuming alcohol?

• Will current members refuse to participate with the new members?• Does the activity risk emotional or physical abuse?

• Is there a risk of injury or a question of safety?• Would you have any reservations describing the activity to your parents, coach, or university official?• Would you object to the activity being photographed for the school newspaper or local television news?The Department of Athletics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) supports only those activities that contribute to the academic and personal development of students. The Department opposes any situation created intentionally to produce mental or physical discomfort.

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I have read the Student-Athlete Agreement Concerning Hazing policy and understand the following: I have read the information about hazing according to the 2019 RPI Student

Handbook of Rights and Responsibilities. I have read the examples of hazing as described in the Rensselaer Polytechnic

Institute (RPI) Hazing Policy (above). I agree and promise not to participate in any activity the Institute deems to be

hazing. I understand that if I am in violation of this policy I will be subject to discipline that

may include, but is not limited to, departmental or Institute probation, suspension from the team and/or the Institute; expulsion from the team and/or Institute. In addition, I am aware that the team may be subject to group discipline that can include, but is not limited to, team probation, cancellation of individual contests and/or cancellation of the entire season.

_______________________ _________________ ___________Print/Signature Sport Date

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SOCIAL MEDIA AGREEMENT

The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Department of Athletics understands the popularity and usefulness of social media networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and others and supports their use by student-athletes provided that:

• No offensive or inappropriate pictures are posted; No offensive or inappropriate comments are posted;

• Any information placed on the website(s) does not violate Institute, athletics department or student-athlete codes of conduct;

• Photos and/or comments posted on these sites do not depict team-related or Institute-identifiable activities (including wearing/using team uniforms or gear inappropriately).

Student-athletes must remember that they are representatives of Rensselaer and are in the public eye more so than other students. Please keep the following in mind as you participate on social networking websites:

• Before participating in any online community, understand that anything posted online is available to anyone in the world. Any text or photo placed online becomes the property of the site(s) and is completely out of your control the moment it is placed online - even if you limit access to your site.

• You should not post any information, photos or other items online that could embarrass you, your family, your team, the athletics department or Rensselaer. This includes information that may be posted by others on your page.

• Never post your home address, local address phone number(s), birth date or other personal information. You could be a target of predators.

• Coaches and athletics department administrators may monitor these web sites.

• Student-athletes could face discipline and even dismissal for violations of team, department, Institute and/or NCAA policies.

Rensselaer Campus Police and other local law enforcement agencies may monitor these websites regularly as may potential employers and internship supervisors as a way of screening applicants. In addition, many graduate programs and scholarship committees also search these sites to screen candidates. Rensselaer student-athletes should be very careful when using online social networking sites and keep in mind that sanctions may be imposed, including the loss of your eligibility for the season, if these sites are used improperly or depict inappropriate, embarrassing or dangerous behaviors.

SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES: STATEMENT OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENTI have read the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Department of Athletics Social Media Policy and understand that any individual actions that I take in using such outlets that are deemed harmful to the sport in which I participate and to the Institute as a whole are subject to review and action by appropriate parties.

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_______________________ _________________ ___________Signature Sport Date

OFFICIAL STUDENT HOST FORMThis form is to be signed by the designated student host prior to the beginning of a prospective student-

athlete’s official visit. Please note that the host must be a current student-athlete, enrolled at RPI. A NCAA non-qualifier (DI-Hockey) in his/her first year of residence may NOT serve in this capacity

1. The visit shall last no longer than 48 hours (time spent on the campus, not travel time).

2. A maximum of $30 for each day of the visit may be received to cover all costs of entertaining the prospect, excluding the cost of meals and admission to campus athletic events (HOCKEY only). These funds may not be used for the purchase of souvenirs such as T-shirts or other institutional mementos. No cash may be given to the visiting prospect or to anyone accompanying the prospect.

3. The host may be provided the following:a. Complimentary meals, provided the student host is accompanying the

prospect during the prospect’s official visit.b. Complimentary admission to campus athletics events, provided the

admissions are used to accompany the prospect to the events during the prospect’s official visit. All complimentary admissions must be acquired through a designated pass list. No “hard tickets” will be provided.

4. If several student-athletes host a prospect, the host money may be utilized to cover the actual and necessary expenses incurred by the prospect and all student hosts (HOCKEY only).

a. However, if restaurant facilities are used, only one student host per prospect may be provided a free meal.

5. It is not permissible for a prospect to have contact with representatives of athletics interest (booster) off campus.

6. When entertaining a prospect on an official visit the student host must abide by the following:

a. Entertainment, which may not be excessive, on the official visit is only for a prospect and the prospect’s relatives or legal guardian(s).

b. Entertainment and contact by representatives of RPI athletic interests during the official visit are confined to campus.

c. It is not allowed to entertain other relatives or friends (including dates) of a prospect at any time at any site.

d. You may not use vehicles provided or arranged for by any coach, institutional staff member or booster of the university. Never allow the prospect to use or drive your car. You may not transport the prospect or anyone accompanying the prospect more than 30 miles from the campus.

e. Alcohol, drugs and gambling are prohibited. Underage drinking is both a criminal activity and contrary to the provisions of the RPI Student Code of Conduct.

As a student-host for a prospective student-athlete on an official visit, I will adhere to the above policies and procedures. I understand, but if I fail to follow these regulations, I may be subject to immediate sanctions deemed appropriate by RPI athletic department administration and my head coach that can affect my current and future

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athletic eligibility. I also agree that I will self-report, to my head coach or the compliance staff, any violations of the above rules that occur during an official visit.

_____________________________________________ ________________________________

Student-Athlete (Host) Date

TRANSPORTATION WAIVER

In rare circumstances, when approved by the Director of Athletics (or designee), a student-athlete may travel to and/or from an away contest with a family member only. The requesting student-athlete must complete this form prior to approval.

It is the understanding of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute that you are requesting permission to make alternative transportation arrangements and if approved will not participate in travel arrangements made by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as part of the athletic trip scheduled for _____________________________(date). It is, therefore, understood that you accept full responsibility for travel arrangements and any associated costs.

Please affirm your understanding by reading and signing the statement below:

I understand the transportation arrangements to and from _________________________ are available to me and I have elected to decline these arrangements. I accept full responsibility for making my own arrangements. In doing so, I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, its trustees, agents, or employees harmless from any bodily injury, property damage, or other incident which may arise out of my alternative travel arrangements.

I will be traveling with ______________________ (identify family member)

Name (please print): ___________________________ Date: ____________

Signature: ___________________________________ Sport: ___________

Signature of Parent/Guardian: _______________________

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Signature of Director of Athletics (or designee): _______________________

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SUPPLEMENTARY FORMSPlease see the following pages for the attached compilation of the following listed documents:

Medical Hardship Waiver NCAA Self-Release Form HIPAA NCAA Compliance: Division III

o Drug Testing Consent Form NCAA Compliance: Division I

o NCAA Student-Athlete Statemento Drug Testing Consent Formo Eligibility Regulations

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Liberty League Medical Hardship Waiver Request Form

(Updated July 2015)

This medical hardship waiver application form is a request for an exception to the season of competition only per NCAA Bylaw 14.2.5, due to an incapacitating injury or illness.

Student-Athlete Name Name of Institution

Sport Year in School Academic Year Requested to be Regained (1) Date of injury.

(2) Date of event that marks end of first half of traditional playing season per NCAA Bylaw 14.2.5 (a) (see below). Baseball/Softball: Start of 21st Contest Golf: Start of 11th Contest Swimming & Diving: Start of 9th Contest Basketball: End of 13th Contest Lacrosse: End of 9th Contest Tennis: Start of 11th Contest Cross-Country: Start of 6th Contest Rowing: Start of 11th Contest Track & Field (Indoor): Start of 5th Contest Field Hockey: Start of 11th Contest Soccer: Start of 11th Contest Track & Field (Outdoor): Start of 5th Contest Football: Start of 6th Contest Squash: End of 8th Contest Volleyball (Women’s): Start of 12th Contest (3) Number of contests or dates of competition (as applicable) in which the student athlete participated.

(4) Maximum allowed contests or dates of competition per NCAA Bylaw 14.2.5 (b) (see below). Baseball/Softball: 14 Contests Golf: 7 DOC Swimming & Diving: 6 DOC Basketball: 9 Contests Lacrosse: 6 DOC Tennis: 7 DOC Cross-Country: 4 DOC Rowing: 7 DOC Track & Field (Indoor): 3 DOC Field Hockey: 7 Contests Soccer: 7 Contests Track & Field (Outdoor): 3 DOC Football: 4 Contests Squash: 6 DOC Volleyball (Women’s): 8 DOC

List all season of participation seasons of competition: (e.g., 2010-2011)

Total terms of collegiate attendance, including current term (Note: Student-Athlete must have remaining terms to qualify for hardship).

All three of the following conditions must be met (to meet the definition of medical “hardship” 14.2.5): ___ (a) The incapacitating injury or illness occurs in one of the four season of intercollegiate competition at any two-year or four-year collegiate institution. ___ (b) The injury or illness occurs before the completion of the first half of the traditional playing season in that sport for the season being waived as denoted in questions (1) and (2) above, and results in incapacity to compete for the remainder of the traditional playing season. ___ (c) The injury or illness occurs when the student-athlete has not participated in more than the maximum allowable contests or dates of competition (whichever is applicable to that sport) as denoted in questions (3) and (4) above.

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• Copy of official schedule - indicate contests in which student-athlete competed

• Copy of signed athletic trainer’s record of injury

• Copy of signed doctor’s report of diagnosis and indication that student-athlete had a season ending injury/illness and inability to compete

Certification of information to be complete and accurate __________________________________________________ ______________ Name of: Director of Athletics/ or NCAA Compliance Officer Signature Date

Student-Athlete Medical Release Authorization I authorize the release of medical records pertaining to my injury/illness as stated above, for the confidential use in determining the mandatory criteria for a medical hardship waiver. __________________________________________________ ______________ Student-Athlete Name (print) Signature Date

For: Student-athletes.

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Permission to Contact: Self-Release NCAA Division III

Academic Year 2019-20

Action: Complete form, sign and send to the director of athletics at institution where you

wish to discuss a possible transfer. Authorized by: NCAA Division III Bylaw 13.1.1.2.1. Purpose: To grant NCAA Division III student-athletes permission to contact other NCAA

Division III institution’s athletics department staff about a possible transfer. Period of Release: This permission to contact will be in effect for 30 days from the date this

document is signed.

NAME OF STUDENT-ATHLETE: Name of institution you wish to contact: Use this form so you may contact another NCAA Division III college or university's athletics staff members (including coaches) about a possible transfer. This form does not allow you to contact athletics department staff members at NCAA Division I or NCAA Division II institutions.

Bylaw 13.1.1.2 states that:

"An athletics staff member or other representative of the institution's athletics interests shall not make contact in any manner (e.g., in-person contact, telephone calls, electronic communication, written correspondence) with the student-athlete of another NCAA or NAIA four-year collegiate institution, directly or indirectly, without first obtaining written permission to do so, regardless of who makes the initial contact. If permission is not granted, the second institution shall not encourage the transfer. If permission is granted, all applicable NCAA recruiting rules apply. Written permission may be granted by: (a) The first institution's athletics director (or an athletics administrator designated by the athletics

director); or (b) The student-athlete, if the student-athlete attends a Division III institution."

1. This form gives you permission to have contact with the athletics staff at another NCAA Division III

college or university to discuss a potential transfer. It also gives another college or university permission to contact you. This form does not include any information about your academic or athletics eligibility; however, in order to be immediately eligible to compete at the new institution, you must not have an unfulfilled residence requirement and have been both academically and athletically eligible for athletics had you stayed at your current institution.

2. This form is effective for 30 days from the date of signature. While the form is effective, the new

institution may contact you or you may contact the new institution. If this is the first time you have sent this form to a particular institution, then that institution must preserve the privacy of this contact and any further communication. If you desire, this privacy can be waived by checking the box on Page No. 2 of this form. At the end of the 30-day period, if you decide to transfer, your new institution must notify your current institution within a seven-day period of the form's expiration date.

3. If you decide not to pursue the transfer, the new college or university is not allowed to notify your current institution of the contact at any time. If you are undecided at the end of the 30-day

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period, you must send a new copy of this form to have additional contact with the college or university. Further, because this second release is beyond the first 30-day period, the new college or university must notify your current institution within seven days of the issuance of the second release.

4. By signing this form, you agree that you permit the named college or university to contact you for a 30-day period from the date this document is signed. You also agree that if you decide to transfer, or if you send a second self-release, the new college or university will notify your current institution of these facts. Institutions in receipt of this form are not allowed to notify your current institution of this release, unless:

a. You have granted permission for that notification to occur by checking the box near the end of

this form; b. You notify the institution in receipt of the form that you have decided to transfer to that

institution; or c. You have issued a second self-release.

____________________________________ Signature of Student-Athlete Date

____________________________________

Name (please print) Name of current institution

Sport(s) of interest

Contact information (telephone number, email address, or physical address) Check this box if this is the first release issued to this institution.

Check this box if you give the named college or university permission to notify your current

institution of this permission to contact during the 30 days this form is effective. What to do with this form: Sign and send this form to the director of athletics at the college or university you would like to contact about a possible transfer. You may send this form via facsimile, email or standard mail, but the form must include a signature. If this form is emailed, it still must include a scanned signature. This form is to be kept in the director of athletics' office for six years

Student-Athlete Authorization/Consent for Disclosure of Protected Health Information

for NCAA-Related Research Purposes

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I, ____________________________ hereby authorize ___________________________________ Name of Student-Athlete Name of my Institution and its physicians, athletic trainers and health care personnel to disclose my protected health information including, without limitation, any information regarding any injury, illness, treatment or participation related to or affecting my training for and participation in intercollegiate athletics to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and its designated employees, agents and/or contractors. I further authorize the NCAA to disclose, and/or use, such information as provided herein. I understand that my participation and protected health information may be disclosed to, and/or used by, the NCAA and authorized third parties to receive such information for the purpose of using injury, relevant illness and participation information collected from multiple student-athletes and institutions in a manner that does not identify myself or my institution. The information is provided to NCAA committees, athletics conferences and individual schools, and NCAA-approved researchers to evaluate the effectiveness of health and safety rules and policy, and to study other sports medicine questions. Selected de-identified summary (aggregate) data also are made accessible to the general public as a service to further the general understanding of athletics injury patterns and help develop education on student-athlete health topics. I am making this authorization/consent voluntarily to release my health information otherwise protected by federal regulations under either the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) or the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (the Buckley Amendment). The NCAA and institution are not requiring this authorization/consent to be signed. I understand that while HIPAA regulations may not apply to NCAA use or disclosure of my injury/illness information, the NCAA is committed to protecting my privacy. I understand that my data will be stored securely within industry standards. This authorization/consent for transfer of protected health information expires 545 days from the date of my signature below, but I have the right to revoke it in writing at any time by sending written notification to the director of athletics at my institution. I understand that a revocation takes effect on its request date and does not affect any action taken prior to that date. ____________________________________ _____________________________________ Printed Name of Student-Athlete Signature Date

If a student-athlete is under 18 years of age, parent/legal guardian is also required to sign this form. ____________________________________ _____________________________________ Printed Name of Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date

For: Student-athletes.

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Drug-Testing Consent NCAA Division III

Academic Year 2019-20 f3-9Form 1

Action: Sign and return to your director of athletics. Due date: Before your institution's first competition. Required by: NCAA Constitution 3.2.4.6 and NCAA Division III Bylaw 14.1.4.Purpose: To assist in certifying eligibility.Effective date: This consent form shall be effective from the date this document is signed and shall

remain effective until a subsequent Drug-Testing Consent Form is executed.

Requirement to Sign Drug-Testing Consent Form. Name of student-athlete: _____________________________ Sport(s): __________________________ You must sign this form prior to competition in intercollegiate athletics per Constitution 3.2.4.6 and Bylaw 14.1.4. If you have any questions, you should discuss them with your director of athletics.

Consent to Testing. You agree to allow the NCAA to test you in relation to any participation by you in any NCAA championship and in any postseason football game for drugs in the banned drug classes listed in Bylaw 31.2.3.1 (see attached). Examples of drugs in each class can be found at www.ncaa.org/drugtesting. Note: There is no complete list of banned substances. Check Drug Free Sport AXIS at 877-202-0769 or www.dfsaxis.com (Organization: NCAA Division III; password: ncaa3) for questions about supplements, medications and banned drugs.

Consequences for a Positive Drug Test. By signing this form, you affirm that you are aware of the NCAA drug-testing program, which provides: 1. A student-athlete who tests positive for an NCAA banned drug will be declared ineligible (unless a

medical exception is granted);

2. A student-athlete who tests positive for the use of a substance in a banned drug class other than cannabinoids and narcotics shall be withheld from competition in all sports for 365 days from the drug-test collection date and shall lose a year of eligibility. A student-athlete who tests positive for the use of a substance in the banned drug classes cannabinoids or narcotics shall be immediately declared ineligible and be withheld from competition for the next 50 percent of a season in all sports (50 percent of all contests or dates of competition in the season following the positive test);

3. A student-athlete who tests positive has an opportunity to appeal the sanction;

4. A student-athlete who tests positive a second time for the use of any substance in a banned drug class other than cannabinoids and narcotics shall lose all remaining regular season and postseason eligibility in all sports. A student-athlete who tests positive a second time for the use of a substance in the drug classes cannabinoids or narcotics shall be withheld from competition for 365 days from the date of the test and shall lose a year of eligibility. A student-athlete who tests positive for the use of a substance in the drug classes cannabinoids and narcotics for the first time after having tested positive for the use of any substance in a banned drug other than cannabinoids and narcotics shall be ineligible for

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competition for 50 percent of a season in all sports (the first 50 percent of regular season contests or dates of competition in the season following the positive test);

5. The penalty for missing a scheduled drug test is the same as the penalty for testing positive for the use of a substance in a banned drug class other than cannabinoids and narcotics;

6. A student-athlete who is found to have tampered with an NCAA drug test sample shall be charged with the loss of a minimum of two seasons of competition in all sports and shall remain ineligible for all regular season and postseason competition during the time period ending two calendar years (i.e., 730 days) from the date of the test; and

7. If a student-athlete transfers to a non-NCAA institution while ineligible because of a positive NCAA drug test and competes in collegiate competition within the prescribed penalty at a nonNCAA institution, the student-athlete will be ineligible for all NCAA regular season and postseason competition until the student-athlete does not compete in collegiate competition for the entirety of the prescribed penalty.

Signatures. By signing below, I consent:

1. To be tested by the NCAA in accordance with NCAA drug-testing policy, which provides among other things that:

a. I will be notified of selection to be tested;

b. I must appear for NCAA testing or be sanctioned for a positive drug test; and

c. My urine sample collection will be observed by a person of my same gender;

2. To accept the consequences of a positive drug test or a breach of drug testing protocol; 3. To allow my drug test sample to be used by the NCAA drug testing laboratories for research purposes

to improve drug testing detection; and 4. To allow disclosure of my drug testing results only for purposes related to eligibility for participation

in NCAA competition.

I understand that if I sign this statement falsely or erroneously, I violate NCAA legislation on ethical conduct and will jeopardize my eligibility.

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Date Signature of student-athlete

_________________________________________________

Date Signature of parent (if student-athlete is a minor)

Name (please print) Date of birth Age

Home address (street, city, state and zip code)

What to do with this form: Sign and return it to your director of athletics before your institution's first competition. This form is to be kept at the institution for six years.

Form 19-1a Academic Year: 2019-20

NCAA Division I Student-Athlete Statement

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Action:

Due date: Required by:

Purpose: Effective Date:

Sign and return to your director of athletics. Before your first competition each year. NCAA Constitution 3.2.4.6 and NCAA Bylaw 12.7.2. To assist in certifying eligibility. This NCAA Division I Student-Athlete Statement shall be in effect from the date this document is signed and shall remain in effect until a subsequent Division I Student-Athlete Statement form is executed.

Student-athlete: (Please print name)

The completion of this form is required to participate in intercollegiate competition. This form has six parts:I. A statement concerning eligibility;

II. A Buckley Amendment consent;

III. An affirmation of status as an amateur athlete;

IV. Results of drug tests;

V. Previous involvement in NCAA rules violation(s); and

VI. An affirmation of valid and accurate information provided to the NCAA Eligibility Center and

admissions office, including ACT or SAT scores, high school attendance, completion of coursework and high school grades.

This form must be completed and signed before participation in intercollegiate competition. Please note, only incoming transfers and continuing student-athletes must complete Part V. Only incoming freshmen student-athletes must complete Part VI.

Before you sign this form, you should read the Summary of NCAA Regulations, or another outline or summary of NCAA legislation, provided by your director of athletics (or his or her designee) or read the bylaws of the NCAA Division I Manual that address your eligibility. You are responsible for knowing and understanding the application of all NCAA Division I bylaws related to your eligibility. If you have any questions, you should discuss them with your director of athletics or your institution’s compliance officer, or you may contact the NCAA at 317-917-6222.

The conditions that you must meet to be eligible and the requirement that you sign this form are indicated in the following bylaws of the Division I Manual:

NCAA Bylaws 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18.4 and 31.2.3.

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Part I: Statement Concerning Eligibility. By signing this part of the form, you affirm the following: Your institution has provided you a copy of the Summary of NCAA Regulations, or another outline or summary of NCAA legislation, or the relevant sections of the Division I Manual and that your director of athletics (or his or her designee) gave you the opportunity to ask questions about them. You have knowledge of and understand the application of NCAA Division I bylaws related to eligibility, recruitment, financial aid, amateur status and involvement in sports wagering activities. You are aware of the NCAA drug-testing program and that you have signed or will sign the current NCAA Drug-Testing Consent Form. All information provided to the NCAA, the NCAA Eligibility Center and the institution’s admissions office is accurate and valid, including ACT or SAT scores, high school attendance, completion of coursework and high school grades, as well as your amateur status. You have reported to your director of athletics (or his or her designee) any violations of NCAA regulations involving you and your institution. You affirm that you understand that if you sign this statement falsely or erroneously, you violate NCAA legislation on ethical conduct and you will further jeopardize your eligibility.

_________________________________ ____________________________________Name (please print) Date of birth Age

_________________________________ ____________________________________Signature of student-athlete Home address (street or P.O. Box)

____________________________ Date Home city, state, and zip code ______________________________________________ Sport(s)

Part II: Buckley Amendment Consent.

By signing this part of the form, you certify that you agree to disclose your education records.

You understand that this entire form and the results of any NCAA drug test you may take are part of your education records. These records are protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and they may not be disclosed without your consent.

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You give your consent to disclose only to authorized representatives of this institution, its athletics conference (if any) and the NCAA, except as permitted in the Drug-Testing Consent form, the following documents: 1. This form; 2. Results of NCAA drug tests and related information and correspondence; 3. Results of positive drug tests administered by a non-NCAA national or international sports

governing body; 4. Any transcript from your high school, this institution or any junior college or any other four-

year institution you have attended; 5. Precollege test scores, appropriately related information and correspondence (e.g., testing

sites, dates and letters of test-score certification or appeal) and, where applicable, information relating to eligibility for or conduct of nonstandard testing;

6. Graduation status; 7. Your social security number and/or student identification number; 8. Race and gender identification; 9. Diagnosis of any education-impacting disabilities; 10. Accommodations provided or approved and other information related to any education

impacting disabilities in all secondary and postsecondary schools; 11. Records concerning your financial aid; and 12. Any other papers or information pertaining to your NCAA eligibility.

You agree to disclose these records only to determine your eligibility for intercollegiate athletics, your eligibility for athletically related financial aid, for evaluation of school and team academic success, for awards and recognition programs highlighting student-athlete academic success (e.g., Elite 90), for purposes of inclusion in summary institutional information reported to the NCAA (and which may be publicly released by it), for NCAA longitudinal research studies and for activities related to NCAA compliance reviews and institutional performance program. You will not be identified by name by the NCAA in any such published or distributed information. This consent shall remain in effect as long as any issues regarding the purposes listed above exist.

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You also agree that information regarding any infractions matter in which you may be involved may be published or distributed to third parties as required by NCAA policies, bylaws or procedures.

_______________________________________ Name (please print)

Signature of student-athlete Date

Signature of parent or legal guardian (if student-athlete is a minor) Date

Part III: Affirmation of Status as an Amateur Athlete. You affirm that you have read and understand the NCAA amateurism rules. By signing this part of the form, you affirm that, to the best of your knowledge, you have not violated any amateurism rules since you requested a final certification from the NCAA Eligibility Center or since the last time you signed a Division I student-athlete statement, whichever occurred later. You affirm that since requesting a final certification from the NCAA Eligibility Center, you have not provided false or misleading information concerning your amateur status to the NCAA, the NCAA Eligibility Center or the institution’s athletics department, including administrative personnel and the coaching staff.

Name (please print) Date _____________________________________________ Signature of student-athlete

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Part IV: Results of Drug Tests 1. Future positive test – all student-athletes sign. Should I test positive by the NCAA and/or by a non-NCAA athletics organization that has adopted the

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) code or violate their drug-testing protocol or fail to show for a drug test, at any time after I sign this statement, I acknowledge I must report the results to my director of athletics.

Name (please print) Date

Signature of student-athlete

2. Positive test by NCAA or non-NCAA athletics organization -- sign either A or B.

A. No positive drug test.I affirm that, I have never tested positive by the NCAA and/or by a non-NCAA athletics organization that

has adopted the WADA code, nor violated the drug-testing protocol or failed to show for a drug test conducted by the NCAA or a non-NCAA athletics organization.

______________________________________ Name (please print)

Signature of student-athlete Date

B. Positive drug test.I have tested positive by the NCAA and/or by a non-NCAA athletics organization that has adopted the

WADA code, or have violated the drug-testing protocol or failed to show for a drug test conducted by the NCAA or a non-NCAA athletics organization. If I transfer to another institution, I am also obligated to report this information to that institution.

Name (please print)

Signature of student-athlete

_________________ ___________________________________ ________________________ Date of test Organization conducting test Substance

Are you currently under such a drug-testing suspension? Yes No

Part V: Incoming Transfers – Previous Involvement in NCAA Rules Violation(s). Have you previously attended a four-year NCAA Division I, II or III institution? Yes No If yes, what is the name(s) of the institution(s)? Are you aware of any NCAA violations you were involved in while previously attending an NCAA institution? Yes No If yes, did this violation result in you being withheld from competition while attending your previous institution? Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above questions, please provide an explanation.

_____________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

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Part VI: Incoming Freshmen – Affirmation of Valid ACT or SAT Score. You affirm that, to the best of your knowledge, you have received a validated ACT and/or SAT score. You agree that, in the event you are or have been notified by ACT or SAT of the possibility of an invalidated test score, you will immediately notify your director of athletics (or his or her designee). You affirm that all information provided to the NCAA, the NCAA Eligibility Center and institution’s admissions office is valid and accurate, including high school attendance, completion of coursework and high school grades. You affirm that you did not fraudulently earn your qualifying ACT or SAT score by having someone else take the test for you, copying answers from another person taking the test, etc.

Name (please print) Date

Signature of student-athlete

NCAA Transfer Portal Signature. Student-Athlete Signature (Required). I give my consent to disclose to authorized representatives of this institution any documents or information pertaining to my NCAA eligibility. Additionally, this consent allows the authorized representative(s) of this institution to indicate my authorization to disclose my transfer status and provide any requested information pertaining to my NCAA transfer eligibility to its conference, the NCAA and authorized representatives of other member institutions via the NCAA Transfer Portal. Student-Athlete’s Name: ____________________________ Signature of student-athlete: _________________________ Date: _____________

What to do with this form: Sign and return it to your director of athletics (or his or her designee) before your first competition. This form is to be kept in the director of athletics’ office for six years. Any questions regarding this form should be referred to your director of athletics or your institution’s NCAA compliance staff or you may contact the NCAA at 317-917-6222.

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For:

Student-athletes.

Action: Sign and return to your director of athletics. Due date: At the time your intercollegiate squad first reports for practice or

the Monday of the institution's fourth week of classes, whichever date occurs first.

Required by: NCAA Constitution 3.2.4.7 and NCAA Bylaw 12.7.3. Effective date: This consent form shall be in effect from the date this document is

signed and shall remain in effect until a subsequent Drug-Testing Consent Form is executed.

Requirement to Sign Drug-Testing Consent Form. Name of student-athlete:______________________________________ Sport(s): ________________ You must sign this form to participate (i.e., practice or compete) in intercollegiate athletics per NCAA Constitution 3.2.4.7 and NCAA Bylaw 12.7.3. If you have any questions, you should discuss them with your director of athletics.

Consent to Testing. You agree to allow the NCAA to test you on a year-round basis and in relation to any participation by you in any NCAA championship and in any postseason football game for drugs in the banned drug classes listed in Bylaw 18.4.4.6 (see attached). Examples of drugs in each class can be found at www.ncaa.org/drugtesting. Note: There is no complete list of banned substances. Check the Drug Free Sport AXIS for questions about supplements, medications and banned drugs. [Attachment]

Consequences for a Positive Drug Test. By signing this form, you affirm that you are aware of the NCAA drug-testing program, which provides: 1. A student-athlete who tests positive for an NCAA banned drug will be declared ineligible for

participation in postseason and regular-season competition (unless a medical exception is granted).

2. A student-athlete who tests positive for a banned drug other than cannabinoids and narcotics shall be ineligible for competition in all sports until he or she has been withheld from the equivalent of one season of regular season competition. The student-athlete shall be charged with the loss of one season of competition in all sports, in addition to the use of a season if he or she participated in intercollegiate competition during the same academic year. The student-athlete shall be ineligible for intercollegiate competition for 365 consecutive days after the collection of the student-athlete’s positive drug-test

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NCAA Division I Drug-Testing Consent

2019-20 :Academic Year Form 19-1b

specimen and until he or she test negative pursuant to the policies and procedures of the NCAA Drug-Testing Program.

3. A student-athlete who tests positive a second time for the use of any drug other than an cannabinoids or narcotics shall lose all remaining regular season and postseason eligibility in all sports. A student-athlete who previously tested positive for the use of any drug other than cannabinoids or narcotics tests positive for use of a substance in the banned drug class cannabinoids and narcotics shall be withheld from competition for 50 percent of a season in all sports (i.e., first 50 percent of all regular season contests or dates of competition in the season following the positive test). The student-athlete will remain ineligible until the prescribed penalty is fulfilled and he or she tests negative pursuant to the policies and procedures of the NCAA Drug-Testing Program.

4. A student-athlete who test positive for use of a substance in the banned drug classes cannabinoids or

narcotics shall be ineligible for competition during 50 percent of a season of competition in all sports (i.e., 50 percent of all contest or dates of competition in the season following the positive test) and remain ineligible until the prescribed penalty is fulfilled and he or she tests negative pursuant to the policies and procedures of the NCAA Drug-Testing Program.

5. A student-athlete who tests positive a second time for use of a substance in the banned drug classes of

cannabinoids or narcotics shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Bylaw 18.4.1.4.1 (penalty – banned drug classes other than cannabinoids and narcotics).

6. A student-athlete found to have tampered with an NCAA drug-test sample shall be ineligible for

competition in all sports until he or she has been withheld from the equivalent of two seasons of regular-season competition. A student-athlete involved in tampering during a year in which he or she did not use a season of competition, shall be charged with the loss of two seasons of competition in all sports. A student-athlete involved in tampering during a year in which he or she used a season of competition, shall be charged with the loss of two additional seasons of competition in all sports, in addition to the season used, unless he or she uses a season of competition in one of the next two academic years. If he or she used a season of competition in one of the next two academic years, he or she will only be charged one additional season of competition in all sports, in addition to the season used. The student-athlete shall be ineligible for intercollegiate competition for 730 consecutive days after the student-athlete was involved in tampering and until he or she tests negative pursuant to the policies and procedures of the NCAA Drug-Testing Program

7. If a student-athlete transfers to a non-NCAA institution while ineligible because of a positive

NCAA drug test and competes in collegiate competition within the prescribed penalty at a nonNCAA institution, the student-athlete will be ineligible for all NCAA regular season and postseason competitions until the student-athlete does not compete in collegiate competition for the entirety of the prescribed penalty while enrolled and otherwise eligible for competition at an NCAA institution. The student-athlete shall be ineligible for intercollegiate competition for the applicable consecutive-day (365 or 730) after his or her final non-NCAA competition and will remain ineligible until he or she tests negative pursuant to the policies and procedures of the NCAA Drug-Testing Program.

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8. The penalty for missing a scheduled drug test is the same as the penalty for testing positive for the use

of a banned drug other than a cannabinoid or narcotic. 9. A student-athlete who tests positive has an opportunity to appeal the sanctions resulting from the

positive drug test.

What to do with this form: Sign and return it to your director of athletics at the time your intercollegiate squad first reports for practice or the Monday of the institution’s fourth week of classes (whichever date occurs first). This form is to be kept on file at the institution for six years.

Signatures. By signing below, I consent: 1. To be tested by the NCAA in accordance with NCAA drug-testing policy, which provides among

other things that: a. I will be notified of selection to be tested;

b. I must appear for NCAA testing or be sanctioned for a positive drug test; and

c. My urine sample collection will be observed by a person of my same gender.

2. To accept the consequences of a positive drug test or a breach of drug testing protocol;

3. To allow my drug-test sample to be used by the NCAA drug-testing laboratories for research purposes

to improve drug-testing detection; and

4. To allow disclosure of my drug-testing results only for purposes related to eligibility for participation in NCAA competition.

I understand that if I sign this statement falsely or erroneously, I violate NCAA legislation on ethical conduct and will jeopardize my eligibility.

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_______________________ ___________________________________________________ Date

Signature of student-athlete

_______________________ _____________________________________________________ Date Signature of parent or legal guardian (if student-athlete is a minor) _________________________________________ __________________ _________ Name (please print) Date of birth Age _________________________________________________________________________________ Home address (street, city, state and zip code) _________________________________________________________________________________ Sport(s)

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Summary of NCAA Eligibility Regulations − NCAA Division I

For: Student-athletes. Purpose: To summarize NCAA regulations regarding eligibility of student-athletes to

compete.

DISCLAIMER: THE SUMMARY OF NCAA REGULATIONS DOES NOT INCLUDE ALL NCAA DIVISION I BYLAWS. CONTACT YOUR INSTITUTION’S COMPLIANCE OFFICE OR THE NCAA IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

TO: STUDENT-ATHLETE. This summary of NCAA regulations contains information about your eligibility to compete in intercollegiate athletics. This summary has two parts: 1. Part I is for all student-athletes. 2. Part II is for new student-athletes only (those signing the Student-Athlete Statement for the first time). If you have questions, ask your director of athletics (or his or her designee) or refer to the 2019-20 NCAA Division I Manual. The references in brackets after each summarized regulation show you where to find the regulation in the Division I Manual.

PART I: FOR ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES. This part of the summary discusses ethical conduct, amateurism, financial aid, academic standards and other regulations concerning your eligibility for intercollegiate competition. 1. Ethical Conduct – All Sports.

a. You must act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that you represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with wholesome competitive sports. [NCAA Bylaw 10.01.1]

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b. You have engaged in unethical conduct if you refuse to furnish or fail to provide accurate or complete information relevant to an investigation of a possible violation of an NCAA regulation when requested to do so by the NCAA or your institution. [Bylaw 10.1]

c. You are not eligible to compete if you knowingly provide information to individuals involved in organized sports wagering activities concerning intercollegiate athletics competition; solicit a bet on any intercollegiate team; accept a bet on any team representing the institution or solicit or accept a bet on any intercollegiate competition for any item (e.g., cash, shirt, dinner) that has tangible value. [Bylaw 10.3]

d. You are not eligible to compete if you knowingly participate in any sports wagering activity

that involves intercollegiate, amateur or professional athletics, through a bookmaker, a parlay card or any other method employed by organized gambling. Examples of sports wagering include, but are not limited to, the use of a bookmaker or parlay card; Internet sports wagering; auctions in which bids are placed on teams, individuals or contests; and pools or fantasy leagues in which an entry fee is required and there is an opportunity to win a prize. [Bylaws 10.02.1 and 10.3]

2. Amateurism – All Sports.a. You are not eligible for participation in a sport if you have ever:

(1) Taken pay, or the promise of pay, for competing in that sport. [Bylaws 12.1.2 and 12.1.2.1]

• Exception: Prior to collegiate enrollment, in sports other than men’s ice hockey and skiing, you agreed to compete on a professional team, provided the agreement did not allow for more than actual and necessary expenses and you did not receive more than actual and necessary expenses. [Bylaws 12.1.2 and 12.2.5.1]

(2) Agreed (orally or in writing) to compete in professional athletics in that sport.

• Exception: Prior to collegiate enrollment, in sports other than men’s ice hockey and skiing, you agreed to compete on a professional team, provided the agreement did not allow for more than actual and necessary expenses and you did not receive more than actual and necessary expenses. [Bylaws 12.1.2 and 12.2.5.1]

(3) Played on any professional athletics team as defined by the NCAA in that sport.

• Exception: Prior to enrollment, in sports other than men’s ice hockey and skiing, you competed on a professional team, provided you did not receive more than actual and necessary expenses. [Bylaws 12.1.2 and 12.2.3.2.1]

(4) Used your athletics skill for pay in any form in that sport. [Bylaws 12.1.2 and 12.1.2.4] • Exceptions:

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i. Prior to collegiate enrollment, in sports other than tennis, you accepted prize

money based on place finish or performance in an athletics event from the sponsor of the event and the amount of prize money did not exceed $300 above your actual and necessary expenses; [Bylaws 12.02.7, 12.1.2 and 12.1.2.4.1]

ii. Prior to collegiate enrollment, in tennis, you accepted up to $10,000 per calendar year in prize money based on place finish or performance in an athletics event from the sponsor of the event; [Bylaws 12.02.7, 12.1.2, 12.1.2.4.2.1 and 12.1.2.4.2.2]

iii. After collegiate enrollment, you accepted prize money based on place

finish or performance in an athletics event from the sponsor of the event and the amount of prize money did not exceed $300 above your actual and necessary expenses. [Bylaws 12.02.8, 12.1.2 and 12.1.2.4.1]

b. You are not eligible in a sport if you, or your relatives or friends, ever have accepted money, transportation, lodging, entertainment or other benefits from an agent or agreed to have an agent market your athletics ability or reputation in that sport. [Bylaws 12.3.1 and 12.3.1.3] • Exception:

o In baseball and men’s ice hockey, prior to collegiate enrollment you were drafted by a professional baseball team and paid the going rate to be represented by an agent or

attorney during contract negotiations. [Bylaws 12.3.1, 12.3.1.1 and 12.3.1.3] c. You are not eligible in any sport if, after collegiate enrollment, you accept any pay for

promoting a commercial product or service or allow your name or picture to be used for promoting a commercial product or service. [Bylaws 12.5.2.1 and 12.5.2.2]

d. You are not eligible in any sport if, because of your athletics ability, you were paid for work

you did not perform, were paid at a rate higher than the going rate or were paid for the value an employer placed on your reputation, fame or personal following. [Bylaw 12.4]

3. Financial Aid – All Sports.

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a. You are not eligible if you receive financial aid other than the financial aid that your institution distributes. However, it is permissible to receive:

(1) Money from anyone on whom you are naturally or legally dependent; (2) Financial aid that has been awarded to you on a basis other than athletics ability; or (3) Financial aid from an entity outside your institution that meets the requirements

specified in the Division I Manual. [Bylaw 15.01]

b. You must report to your institution any financial aid that you receive from a source other than your institution. However, you do not need to report financial aid received from anyone on whom you are naturally or legally dependent.

4. Academic Standards – All Sports.

a. Eligibility for Competition.

(1) To be eligible to compete, you must:

(a) Have been admitted as a regularly enrolled, degree-seeking student according to the published entrance requirements of your institution;

(b) Be in good academic standing according to the standards of your institution; and (c) Be enrolled in a minimum full-time baccalaureate degree program (not less than

12-semester or quarter hours) and maintain satisfactory progress toward that degree, be enrolled in a full-time graduate or professional degree program (as defined by the institution) or be enrolled in and seeking a second baccalaureate degree at your institution. [Bylaws 14.01.2 and 14.2.2]

(2) If you are enrolled in less than a full-time program, you are eligible to compete only if

you are enrolled in the last term of your degree program and are carrying credits necessary to finish your degree. [Bylaw 14.2.2.1.3]

You are eligible to compete during the official vacation period immediately preceding initial enrollment, provided you have been accepted by your institution for enrollment in a regular, full-time program of studies at the time of your initial participation, you are no longer enrolled in your previous educational institution and you are eligible under all institutional and NCAA requirements. [Bylaw 14.2.2.1.1]

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(3) You are eligible to compete between terms if you are continuing enrollment, provided you have been registered for the required minimum full-time load at the conclusion of the term immediately preceding the date of competition, or if you are either continuing enrollment or beginning enrollment, provided you have been accepted for enrollment as a regular full-time student for the regular term immediately following the date of competition. [Bylaw 14.2.2.1.2]

b. Practice.

(1) You must be enrolled in a minimum full-time program of studies leading to a

baccalaureate or equivalent degree as defined by the regulations of the certifying institution to practice. [Bylaw 14.2.1]

(2) You may practice during the official vacation period immediately preceding initial

enrollment, provided you have been accepted by your institution for enrollment in a regular, full-time program of studies at the time of your initial participation, you no longer are enrolled in your previous educational institution and you are eligible under all institutional and NCAA requirements. [Bylaw 14.2.1.1]

(3) You may practice if you are enrolled in the final semester or quarter of a baccalaureate

program while enrolled in less than a minimum full-time program of studies and your institution certifies that you are carrying (for credit) the courses necessary to complete the degree requirements, as determined by the faculty of the institution. [Bylaw 14.2.1.3]

c. Continuing Eligibility – All Sports.

• Your eligibility for competition shall be based on:

(a) Having successfully completed 24 semester or 36 quarter hours of academic

credit prior to the start of the institution’s third semester or fourth quarter following your initial full-time enrollment (hours earned during the summer may be used to fulfill this requirement);

(b) Having successfully completed 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of academic

credit since the beginning of the previous fall term or since the beginning of the certifying institution’s preceding regular two semesters or three quarters (hours earned during the summer may not be used to fulfill this requirement); and

(c) Six semester or quarter hours of academic credit the preceding regular academic term (e.g., fall semester, winter quarter) in which you have been enrolled at any collegiate institution. [Bylaw 14.4.3]

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(d) If you are entering your second year of collegiate enrollment, you must present

a cumulative grade-point average that equals at least 90 percent of the institution’s overall cumulative grade-point average required for graduation (based on a 4.000 scale). [Bylaw 14.4.3.3]

(e) If you are entering your third year of collegiate enrollment, you must have

completed successfully at least 40 percent of the course requirements in your specific degree program and you must present a cumulative minimum grade-point average (based on a 4.000 scale) that equals at least 95 percent of the institution’s overall cumulative grade-point average required for graduation. For this purpose, your grade-point average will be certified on a term-by-term basis. [Bylaws 14.4.3.3.2 and 14.4.3.2]

(f) If you are entering your fourth year of collegiate enrollment, you must have

completed successfully at least 60 percent of the course requirements in your specific degree program and you must present a cumulative grade-point average (based on a 4.000 scale) that equals at least 100 percent of the institution’s overall cumulative grade-point average required for graduation. For this purpose, your grade-point average will be certified on a term-by-term basis. [Bylaws 14.4.3.3.2 and 14.4.3.2]

(g) If you are entering your fifth year of collegiate enrollment, you must have

completed successfully at least 80 percent of the course requirements in your specific degree program and you must present a cumulative grade-point average (based on a 4.000 scale) that equals at least 100 percent of the institution’s overall cumulative grade-point average required for graduation. For this purpose, your grade-point average will be certified on a term-by-term basis. [Bylaws 14.4.3.3.2 and 14.4.3.2]

d. Freshmen.

(1) You are referred to as a qualifier and are eligible to practice and compete in your sport

and to receive financial aid (institutional and athletically related) during your first academic year, under Bylaw 14.02.13.1, if you:(a) Graduate from high school;

(b) Attain a minimum high school grade-point average as specified in Bylaw 14.3.1.1.3 (based on a 4.000 scale) in a successfully completed core curriculum of at least 16 core courses; and Bylaw 14.3.1.1.

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(c) Achieve a corresponding sum ACT or SAT score as specified in Bylaw 14.3.1.1.3.

(d) Complete 10 of the required 16 core courses before the start of your seventh

semester of high school.

(2) You are referred to as an academic redshirt if you did not meet the criteria to be a qualifier but completed the required core courses with a high school grade-point average and corresponding sum ACT or SAT score as specified in Bylaw 14.3.1.2.1, or you did not complete at least 10 of the required 16 core courses before the start of your seventh semester of high school. As an academic redshirt: (a) You may receive institutional athletically related financial aid but may not

compete during the first academic year in residence.

(b) You may practice only on campus or at the institution’s regular practice facility during the first regular academic term in residence. You must successfully complete nine semester or eight quarter hours of academic credit in each applicable regular academic term in order to be eligible for practice in the immediately subsequent term of the first academic year. [Bylaws 14.02.13.2 and 14.3.1.2]

(3) You are referred to as a nonqualifier if you fail to meet the criteria above. In addition

to being ineligible for practice and competition during the first academic year in residence, a nonqualifier is not permitted to receive any institutional financial aid, except as stated below. As a nonqualifier:

(a) You are eligible to receive nonathletics institutional financial aid based on need

only, consistent with institutional and conference regulations; and

(b) You will have three seasons of eligibility after your first academic year in residence. You may earn a fourth season of competition provided you complete 80 percent of your baccalaureate degree before beginning your fifth academic year of enrollment and you are within five years of your initial, full-time collegiate enrollment. [Bylaws 14.02.13.3, 14.3.2.1.1 and 14.3.3]

5. Other Regulations Concerning Eligibility – All Sports.

a. You are not eligible to participate in more than four seasons of intercollegiate competition in any one sport. [Bylaw 12.8]

b. You are not eligible if five calendar years have passed from the date you first registered as a full-

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for time spent in the armed services, on official religious missions or with recognized international aid services of the U.S. government and extensions that have been approved in accordance with NCAA legislation. [Bylaw 12.8.1]

c. You are eligible at an institution other than the institution from which you have received or

satisfied the requirements for a baccalaureate degree or an equivalent degree, if you meet the conditions of the one-time transfer exception [Bylaw 14.5.5.2.10] and you have eligibility remaining as set forth in Bylaw 12.8.1. [Bylaw 14.6.1]

d. You are eligible for championships, certified bowl games or the National Invitation Tournament

that occur within 60 days of the date you complete the requirements for your degree. [Bylaw 14.6.3]

6. Outside Competition - Sports Other Than Basketball.

• You are not eligible in your sport for the remainder of the year and the next academic year if, during the academic year, you competed as a member of any outside team in any noncollegiate, amateur competition. You may compete outside of your declared playing and practice season as a member of an outside team in any noncollegiate, amateur competition during any official vacation period published in your institution’s catalog. Competing in the Olympic Games tryouts and competition and other specified national and international competition is permitted. [Bylaws 17.31.1 and 17.31.1.1]

(1) Exception – Wrestling. You may not participate in outside competition between the

beginning of your academic year and November 1. [Bylaw 17.31.1.2]

(2) Exception: In men’s and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, field hockey and men’s water polo, you may compete on outside amateur teams during the spring outside of the institution’s playing and practice seasons, provided such participation occurs no earlier than May 1 and the remaining provisions of Bylaw 17.31.1.3 are met. [Bylaw 17.31.1.3]

(3) Exception - Competition as an Individual. You may participate in outside competition

as an individual during the academic year in your sport, as long as you represent only yourself and do not engage in competition as a member of a team or receive expenses from an outside team. In wrestling, you may not participate in outside competition as an individual between the start of the academic year and November 1. [Bylaws 17.31.1.8 and 17.31.1.8.1]

7. Outside Competition - Basketball.

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a. You are not eligible if, after you become a student-athlete, you participate in any organized basketball competition except while representing the institution in intercollegiate competition. Competing in the Olympic Games tryouts and competition and other specified national and international competition is permitted. [Bylaws 17.31.2]

b. It is permissible to participate as a member of a basketball team in an NCAAsanctioned summer

basketball league or event during the period between June 15 and August 31 or the institution’s opening day of classes, whichever comes earlier, provided the student-athlete has written permission from the institution’s athletics director. [Bylaw 17.31.4]

8. Transfer Students Only.

a. You are a transfer student if:

(1) The registrar or admissions officer from your former institution certified that you officially were registered and enrolled at that institution in any term in a minimum full-time program of studies and you were present on the opening day of classes; or

(2) The director of athletics from your former institution certified that you reported for the regular squad practice that any staff member of the athletics department of your former institution announced before the beginning of any term. [Bylaw 14.5.2]

b. If you are a transfer student from a four-year institution, you are not eligible during your first

academic year in residence unless you meet the provisions of one of the exceptions specified in Bylaw 14.5.5.2 or one of the waivers specified in Bylaw 14.7.2.

c. If you are a transfer student from a two-year institution, you are not eligible during your first

academic year in residence at your new institution unless you meet the academic and residence requirements specified in Bylaw 14.5.4 or the exceptions specified in Bylaw 14.5.4.6.

d. If you transferred from a four-year college to a two-year college and then to your new institution, you are not eligible during your first academic year in residence at your new institution unless you meet the requirements specified in Bylaw 14.5.6.

PART II: FOR NEW STUDENT-ATHLETES ONLY. This part of the summary contains information about your recruitment, which is governed by Bylaw 13 of the Division I Manual. • Recruitment.

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a. Offers – All Sports.

(1) You are not eligible if, before you enrolled at your institution, any staff member of your institution or any other representative of your institution’s athletics interests provided or offered to you, your relatives or your friends any financial aid or other benefits not permitted under NCAA legislation. [Bylaw 13.2.1]

(2) It was permissible for your institution to arrange educational loans, provided the loans

were not made prior to the completion of your senior year in high school. The loans must have been from a regular lending agency and based on a regular repayment schedule. [Bylaw 13.2.5]

(3) It was permissible for your institution to arrange summer employment or employ you

provided the employment did not begin prior to the completion of your senior year in high school. [Bylaw 13.2.4.3]

b. Contacts − All Sports.

(1) For purposes of this section, contact means “any face-to-face encounter” between a

prospect or the prospect’s parent or legal guardian and an institutional staff member or athletics representative during which any dialogue occurs in excess of an exchange of a greeting. Any such face-to face encounter that is prearranged or that takes place on the grounds of the prospect’s educational institution or at the site of organized competition or practice involving the prospect or the prospect’s high school, preparatory school, two-year college or all-star team shall be considered a contact, regardless of the conversation that occurs. [Bylaw 13.02.4]

(2) Staff members at your institution should not have:

(a) Contacted you, your relatives or your legal guardians in person, off your institution’s campus before July 1, July 7 (women’s ice hockey) or July 15 (women’s gymnastics) following completion of your junior year in high school; before the opening day of your junior year in high school (men’s basketball); before September 1 at the beginning of your junior year in high school (lacrosse, softball and wrestling); before March 1 of her junior year in high school (women’s basketball); after you have completed participation in the USA Fencing National Championships and July Challenge at the completion of your junior year in high school (fencing); or before June 15 at the completion of your sophomore year in high school (men’s ice hockey). [Bylaw 13.1.1.1] *Effective August 1, 2019

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Contacted you, your relatives or your legal guardians in person, off your institution’s campus before July 1 (baseball and football) following completion of your junior year in high school; before the opening day of your junior year in high school (men’s basketball); before September 1 at the beginning of your junior year in high school (lacrosse and softball); before March 1 of her junior year in high school (women’s basketball); or before August 1 of the start of your junior year in high school (all other sports). [Bylaw 13.1.1.1]

(b) Contacted you prior to any athletics competition in which you were participating during the day or days of competition. [Bylaw 13.1.6.2]

(3) Contacted you, your relatives or your legal guardians in person, on or off your

institution’s campus while you were enrolled in your first year of a two-year college if you were a nonqualifier. [Bylaw 13.1.1.2]

(4) Contacted you, your relatives or your legal guardians in person, on or off your

institution’s campus. unless they were authorized institutional staff members. [Bylaw 13.1.2.1]

c. Publicity.

(1) Your institution was not allowed to publicize a visit that you made to its campus before

you signed a National Letter of Intent or its written offer of admission and/or financial aid or before the institution received your financial deposit in response to its offer of admission. [Bylaw 13.10.2.4]

(2) You were not allowed to appear on a radio or television program that involved a coach or

another member of the staff of the athletics department Summary of NCAA Eligibility Regulations at your institution prior to your enrollment at the institution. [Bylaw 13.10.2.2]

d. Letter-of-Intent Signing.

• A staff member of your institution was not allowed to be present while you were signing, at an off-campus site, a National Letter of Intent or an acceptance of a financial aid offer from your institution or your conference. [Bylaw 13.1.5.9]

e. Sports Camps.

• You are not eligible if you were a winner of any athletics participation award in high school (includes ninth grade level), preparatory school or junior college and, before collegiate enrollment, the institution, members of its staff or a representative of its athletics interests

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employed or gave you free or reduced admission to its sports camp or clinic. [Bylaw 13.12.1.7]

f. Visits, Transportation and Entertainment.

(1) You are not eligible under Bylaws 13.5, 13.6 or 13.7 if, before collegiate enrollment, any

of the following occurred: (a) You accepted expense-paid visits to more than five NCAA institutions or more

than one expense-paid visit to one-member institution; (b) Your one expense-paid visit to the campus lasted longer than 48 hours; (c) Your institution paid more than the actual round-trip cost by direct route between

your home and the campus when you made your one expense-paid visit; (d) Your institution paid for you to visit during your first year in a junior college, and

you were not a qualifier; or (e) Your institution entertained you, your parents (or legal guardians) or your spouse

outside a 30-mile radius of the campus during your expense-paid visit.

(2) You may not have received an expense-paid visit prior to September 1 of his or her junior year in high school. [Bylaw 13.6.2.1.1]

• Exception: In men’s basketball, you may not have received an expense-paid visit

earlier than January 1 of your junior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.2]

• Exception: In women’s basketball, you may not have received an expense-paid visit earlier than the Thursday following the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship game of your junior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.3]

• Exception: In football, you may not have received an expense-paid visit earlier than April 1 of your junior year through the Sunday before the last Wednesday in June. Thereafter, you may have received and expense-paid visit beginning with the opening day of classes of your senior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.4]

Effective for 2020-21 academic year You may not have received an expense-paid visit prior to August 1 of your junior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.1]

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• Exception: In baseball, lacrosse and softball, you may not have received an expense-paid visit before September 1 of your junior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.2]

• Exception: In women’s basketball, you may not have received an expense-paid visit earlier than the Thursday following the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship game of your junior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.3]

• Exception: In football, you may not have received an expense-paid visit earlier than April 1 of your junior year through the Sunday before the last Wednesday in June. Thereafter, you may have received and expense-paid visit beginning with the opening day of classes of your senior year in high school. [13.6.2.1.4]

(3) Prior to your expense-paid official visit, you must have:

(a) Presented the institution with a high school (or college) academic transcript. (b) Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center. [Bylaw 13.6.3]

(4) You are not eligible if, at any time that you were visiting your institution’s campus at your own expense, your institution paid for anything more than the following:

(a) Three complimentary admissions for you and those individuals who came with you to an athletics event on campus in which your institution’s team practiced or competed. [Bylaw 13.7.3.]

(b) Transportation, when accompanied by a staff member, to see off campus practice and competition sites in the prospect’s sport and other institutional facilities located within a 30-mile radius of the campus. [Bylaw 13.5.1]

g. Precollege or Postgraduate Expense.

• You are not eligible if your institution or any representative of its athletics interests offered you money, directly or indirectly, to pay for any part of your educational expenses or other expenses during any period of time before you enrolled at your institution. This applies to your postgraduate education, as well. [Bylaw 13.15.1]

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