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Student Athlete Handbook
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W. Kent Fuchs 226 Tigert Hall President PO Box 113150 Gainesville, FL 32611-3150 352-392-1311 352-392-5275 Fax
Dear Student Athlete,
Congratulations on your arrival at the University of Florida! You join a great university with a great athletic program, and we are thrilled to have you.
UF is among just a handful of universities across the country with a tradition of excellence throughout a rich diversity of both athletic and academic programs. Our goal is to ensure that you have every opportunity to build on this excellence by taking full advantage of the range of resources and services available to you. As you do so, we are confident that you will embody the best of the Gator Nation, both on and off the field.
I am grateful to Gator student athletes for the school spirit that is such a part of a memorable college experience. At the same time, you serve as models for important personal strengths. By watching your drive, determination and resilience, and by seeing your commitment to teamwork and good sportsmanship, all students will better nurture these same strengths in themselves. I know you will continue to play this inspiring role throughout your time here.
The pages that follow in this handbook outline the many opportunities available to you. Please read and take in this information, as your familiarity with these opportunities will greatly enhance your college journey.
Student athletes, you have so much ahead of you at the University of Florida. As you pursue your dreams, I join everyone in the UF community in looking forward to being awed by your athletic prowess, impressed by your academic achievements, and inspired and strengthened by your example.
Warm regards,
W. Kent Fuchs
The Foundation for The Gator Nation An Equal Opportunity Institution
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Otis Hawkins Center for Personal & Academic Excellence 6 UF Mission Statement 6 UAA Vision Statement 6 UAA Strategic Purpose 6 UUAA Core Values 6 Hawkins Center Vision Statement 8 Hawkins Center Mission Statement 8 Hawkins Center Staff Members 6 Student Development 8 Academic Support 9 New Student Orientation 9 Study Hall 10 DSL/Structured Study Hall 10 Tutorial 10 Hawkins Center Code of Conduct 11 Academic Misconduct 12 The Learning Strategy Program 12 Class Attendance 13 Final Exam Policy 14 Team Travel/UF Twelve-Day Rule 15 Accountability Statement 15 Intercollegiate Athletic Counsel 15 Campus Resources 16 Personal Development 16 Leadership 17 Career Development 18 Community Service 20
Academic Rules & Regulations 23 NCAA Progress Toward Degree Requirements 23 UF Grading Systems 24 GPA/Deficits 24 Dropping Courses 25 Full Term Withdrawal 25 Repeating Courses 25 S/U Option 25 Distance Education Courses 26 Independent Study Courses 26 General Education Requirements 26 UF Writing/Math Requirements 27 Degree Requirements 27 Changing Your Major 28
Athletic Scholarship Procedures 29 Athletic Scholarships 29 UAA Prepaid Card 29 Textbook Policy 29 Summer School Aid 30 Post-Eligibility Aid 30 Medical Exemptions 31 Housing Procedures 31 Gator 1 Card 32 Dining Facilities 32 Athletic Equipment Policies 33
4 UAA/UF Policies & Grievances 35 UAA Administration 34 Grievance Procedure Statement 35 UAA Amorous Relationship Policy 35 UAA Sexual Assault Protocol 35 UAA Sexual Harassment Policy 37 UAA Hazing Policy 38 UF/UAA Non-discriminatory Policy 39 Free Exercise of Religion 39 Heat Illness Prevention Guidelines 40 Team Travel Guidelines 40 Athletics Aid – Scholarship Renewals 41
NCAA Compliance 43 NCAA Rules Compliance 43 Rules Governing Employment 43 Rules Governing Extra Benefits 43 Amateurism 44 Promotional Activities 45 Transfers 45 Season of Competition 47 Rules Governing Gambling 47 Rules Governing Agents 48 Professional Sports Counseling Panel 49 Title IX and Gender Equity 49
Student Conduct 50 UF Student Code of Conduct 50 NCAA Academic Misconduct 50 Violations of Student Conduct Code 50 Student Hearings 57 Judicial Appeals 57 Medical Amnesty Policy 57 Cost of Crime 58 UAA DUI Policy 58 UAA Code of Conduct 59 Respect for Women 60 Social Media Guidelines 60
Sports Health 62 Sports Health Mission Statement 62 Pre-Participation Physical Exam 63 Insurance 63 Athletic Trainers 64 Treatment of Injury/Illness 64 Emergency/After Hours Medical Procedures 65 Concussions 65 Prescription Medication 66 Release of Medical Information 66 Medical Care Statement (Post-Eligibility Care) 67 Nutrition Services 67 UAA Policy on Nutritional Supplements 68 NCAA Tobacco Policy 71 UAA Policy of Jewelry 71 UAA Body Composition Policy 71 UAA Substance Abuse Policy 74 UAA DUI Policy 74 NCAA Drug Testing Program 76 5 OTIS HAWKINS CENTER
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA MISSION STATEMENT
The University of Florida is a comprehensive learning institution built on a land grant foundation. We are the Gator Nation, a diverse community dedicated to excellence in education and research and shaping a better future for Florida, the nation and the world.
Our mission is to enable our students to lead and influence the next generation and beyond for economic, cultural and societal benefit.
UAA VISION STATEMENT
Be the model collegiate athletics program, combining excellence and integrity in academics, athletics, and fan engagement to elevate the UF brand.
UAA STRATEGIC PURPOSE
Provide a championship experience with integrity on and off the field for student-athletes and the Gator Nation.
UAA CORE VALUES
Passion • We give everything we have for the people and the place we love. • We love what we do and why we do it. Integrity • We act in a fair, ethical, and honest manner. • We do things the right way every day. Excellence • We strive to perform and achieve at the highest level in all that we do. • We continuously improve and demand a higher level of performance than what is necessary. Respect • We treat each other with fairness, honesty, kindness, and civility. Innovation • We find creative solutions and embrace change. Teamwork • We promote cooperation by sharing information and working to understand each other’s perspective. • We display loyalty as we work together to create a successful experience for student- athletes, employees, and fans.
HAWKINS CENTER STAFF MEMBERS
Dr. Jeff Guin Tom Williams Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Assistant Athletic Director, Academic Affairs Student Services ext. 5800 ext. 5872
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Tim Aydt Kelly Bradley Kelley Catenacci Academic Advisor Assistant Director, Coordinator, ext. 5869 Academic Support Student Development ext. 5835 ext. 5856
Valerie Flournoy Allison Forrest Jackie Hensel Coordinator II, Coordinator, Coordinator, Student Development Career Development Student Services ext. 5805 ext. 5871 ext. 5826
Ann Hughes Erin Jones Greg Mason Assistant Director, Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Student Services Educational/Training Programs Tutorial Program ext. 5836 ext. 5857 ext. 5850
Tony Meacham Georgina Nembhard Brenda Phillips Assistant Director, Academic Advisor Program Coordinator Academic Services ext. 5841 Ext. 5800 ext. 5862
Lindsay Race Garon Rowland Caleb Sorgius Coordinator, Academic Advisor Assistant Director, Educational/Training Programs ext. 5832 Student Affairs ext. 5853 ext. 5833
Dr. Jason Storch Chris Smith Assistant Director, Program Coordinator II Academic Services ext. 5880 ext. 5870
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Paige Combee Ellie Macchione Belle Stixrood ext. 5884 ext. 5860 ext. 5865
HAWKINS CENTER VISION STATEMENT
The vision of the Hawkins Center is to produce students who are responsible, educated, employed interdependent citizens.
HAWKINS CENTER MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Hawkins Center team is to support the overall development and education of University of Florida student-athletes.
Hawkins Center Core Values Honesty Sense of Humor Committed Loyal Respectful
Hawkins Center Operating Principles The primary purpose of the Hawkins Center is to provide effective academic assistance to student-athletes. In order to accomplish this goal, the Hawkins Center staff members have developed an effective dialogue with coaches, UAA personnel, and University of Florida faculty and administrators.
The Hawkins Center will uphold all ethical conduct standards of the NCAA, the Southeastern Conference, the University of Florida and National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletes (N4A). The staff members of the Hawkins Center understand that the students' right to privacy is extremely important. Therefore, the Hawkins Center will maintain the confidentiality of information pertaining to grades and academic status. This information will only be released to individuals who have a legitimate educational need to know.
In order to accomplish this mission the Hawkins Center has developed a comprehensive Student Development Program.
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
The University Athletic Association (UAA) is obligated to serve both the academic and athletic needs of all student-athletes. As a commitment to our students' academic potential, the UAA has established an academic support program. The primary responsibility of the Hawkins Center is to assist student-athletes in their efforts to complete their degree requirements and develop the skills necessary for life after sports. The Hawkins Center has a staff of 16 full-time employees versed on NCAA, SEC, and university rules and procedures. The staff provides academic counseling
8 and support that includes assistance in degree program advisement, extensive tutorial services, career and personal development, leadership training, and community service.
The Hawkins Center is located one block east of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The state- of-the-art facility features offices for the staff, over 70 tutor rooms, group project rooms, computer labs (PC & Mac), three learning labs, and a large quiet study area. The Hawkins Center also is home to the Nutrition department and Counseling & Wellness offices.
Hawkins Center Student Development Program The Hawkins Center Student Development program has five primary areas; academic support, personal development, leadership and service, career development and athletic excellence.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Advising student-athletes in planning a course of study leading toward graduation is one of the most important functions of the Hawkins Center.
Academic counselors are assigned by sport and work collaboratively with college advisors and faculty to develop appropriate academic plans that meet NCAA and University of Florida guidelines.
Until you are accepted into the college of your selected major, your Hawkins Center counselor is your guide through class selection and registration. Once you are accepted into a college, class selection and registration is a combined effort between your college advisor and your Hawkins Center counselor.
Students should feel free to discuss their academic and career interests with their academic counselor. While respecting student's privacy, counselors will listen for personal issues related to academic progress and make appropriate counseling referrals.
Academic Mentor Program Academic mentors are upper division or graduate students employed by the Hawkins Center to assist student-athletes in their transition from high school or community college to UF. Academic mentors meet weekly with their assigned student-athletes to monitor their plan of action for the semester. Calendars, assignment trackers, academic notebooks and time management strategies are utilized to plan a student- athlete's academic responsibilities. Student-athletes are also introduced to the various programs and resources in the campus and surrounding community.
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
The Hawkins Center’s new student orientation program is held the week prior to the start of Summer B, Fall and Spring terms. Attendance is mandatory for all new freshmen and transfer students. Orientation is a week long program that covers a variety of topics including: study skills, time management, university regulations, NCAA rules and Life Skills programming.
Students meet with the Hawkins Center staff, get settled in their residence halls, and work with UF’s Sports Health staff to complete all UF and Athletic Association medical requirements.
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Parents are welcome for the first two days of orientation and are encouraged to attend the “Parent Panel”.
STUDY HALL
Study hall is conducted on the 3rd floor of the Hawkins Center and is an integral part of our support system. Study hall not only functions as a supervised study time, but also serves as a way to help students organize their time more efficiently.
Study Hall criteria: 1. All freshmen and junior college transfer students are required to attend. All first- time UF students may earn their way out of study hall by achieving a 2.60 GPA or better and successfully completing 12 credit hours during their first semester. 2. All sophomores below a 2.40 cumulative GPA must attend study hall. 3. All juniors below a 2.20 cumulative GPA must attend study hall. 4. All seniors, including fifth year seniors, below a 2.00 cumulative GPA must attend study hall. 5. The Hawkins Center may require a student-athlete to attend study hall, regardless of the aforementioned guidelines, if an academic counselor deems such action necessary.
Note: The Hawkins Center Academic Center is restricted to student-athletes and tutorial staff. Non-athletes are prohibited from using the Hawkins Center.
Hours of Operation: (subject to change during the summer terms) Sunday - 4pm-10pm Monday-Thursday - 8am-11pm Friday - 8am-5pm
DIRECTED STUDY LAB
Directed Study Lab is a highly structured environment established for at-risk students. Designated students are assigned structured times between 8:30am- 1:45pm, Monday-Thursday in the Hawkins Center computer lab.
STRUCTURED STUDY HALL
Structured Study Hall provides prescribed times for designated students during the day or at night to work with an assigned tutor.
TUTORIAL
The Hawkins Center organizes a tutoring program to serve as a support system for student-athletes. Kelly Bradley and Greg Mason coordinate this program in the Hawkins Center. Tutors are provided to promote academic success among student- athletes at the University of Florida. In general, tutoring is available from 8:00 am- 11:00 pm Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm on Friday and 4:00 pm-10:00 pm on Sundays. The meeting times and room locations for day and evening labs will be posted in the Hawkins Center at the beginning of each semester as well as semester exam reviews on selected courses for that semester. Tutors may be requested at the beginning of the second week of the semester through academic counselors or the tutorial coordinator. Under no circumstances are student- athletes allowed to hire a tutor on behalf of the Hawkins Center. NCAA and UAA rules
10 prohibit student-athletes from hiring their own tutors. In the event that individual tutoring is arranged by a student-athlete with a person not hired by the tutorial coordinator, the student-athlete is responsible for paying that tutor. This could lead to a potential NCAA violation.
A few basic points to remember about tutoring: 1. Student-athletes are not allowed to hire tutors. 2. Student-athletes must allow at least one week for their tutor requests to be met. 3. Tutors/tutorial sessions do not replace course instructors or class attendance. 4. Student-athletes must come to sessions prepared in order to maximize the effectiveness of the tutor. 5. Student-athletes must be respectful/non-disruptive during sessions. 6. Do not request a tutor if you do not plan to attend. No shows are costly. 7. All tutor sessions need to be conducted in Farrior Hall unless the tutoring session is taking place when Farrior Hall is closed. Your tutor can use pre-approved alternative sites that are located on the Canvas Tutorial Page. The tutor can also receive prior written approval from Kelly Bradley and/or Dr. Jeff Guin. 8. Approved sites are on campus educational settings, these locations include libraries, classrooms, labs, and/or offices.
NCAA Rules relating to Tutoring Any inadvertent or intentional violation of the following rules may result in you being declared ineligible: 1. Tutors may not hold individual or group tutorial sessions off campus. 2. Tutors may not write or type papers for student-athletes. 3. Tutors may not complete homework or take-home exams. 4. Tutors may not provide any assistance with online examinations. They may not be in the same room while a student-athlete is taking an exam, quiz, or other form of assessment. 5. Tutors may not lend money in any amount to student-athletes. 6. Student-athletes may not ask tutors for transportation. 7. Student-athletes and tutors will maintain a professional relationship.
NOTE: This is not an all-inclusive list. It is designed to help you understand what is considered appropriate behavior when working with a tutor. If you have any questions or concerns regarding tutoring, please consult the tutorial coordinator or your academic counselor. Violations of these rules will result in a student-athlete being declared ineligible and termination of the tutor. Please contact the Tutorial Coordinator if you have questions about NCAA permissible activities with tutors.
HAWKINS CENTER CODE OF CONDUCT
- All student-athletes must scan in and out with the monitor staff each time they enter the Hawkins Center (even students who do not have required hours). - No cell phone calls or excessive texting. - No food or drink allowed (Gatorade bottle or bottles with screw-on cap are the only exception). - Talking in all areas must be kept at a reasonable level as to not distract others. - All students must come prepared and ready to work on academically related materials at all times. - All users of the Center must show respect for others at all times. - Upon admittance to the Hawkins Center all students are required to uphold the guidelines in the University of Florida’s Student Conduct and Honor
11 Code. Please refer to the Student Conduct section of this Handbook or visit http://www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/process/student-conduct-honor-code
Failure to follow these rules will result in a warning and a notification to your academic counselor and Head Coach. Subsequent violations could result in removal from the Hawkins Center.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT IN THE HAWKINS CENTER
Any inadvertent or intentional violation of the academic honesty code below may result in you being declared ineligible. Student-Athletes cannot work or discuss any graded academic activity including any type of examination (including take-home tests) writing project, discussion post/reply, assignment, and/or online coursework with another student without the express written authorization of the instructor of record. Such actions are considered a violation of the University of Florida honor code (see p. 50) and will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. NCAA ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
The NCAA and the UAA expect student-athletes to act with honesty and integrity in all academic matters. Academic misconduct includes any violation or breach of an institutional policy regarding academic honesty or integrity (e.g., academic offense, academic honor code violation, plagiarism, academic fraud).
A student-athlete shall not be involved in: a) Academic misconduct involving a current or former institutional staff member or representative of athletics interests; b) Academic misconduct, without the involvement of a current or former institutional staff member or representative of athletics interests, that results in: 1) An erroneous declaration of eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete subsequently competes for the institution while ineligible; 2) An erroneous declaration of eligibility to receive financial aid and the student- athlete subsequently receives financial aid while ineligible; or 3) The erroneous awarding of an Academic Progress Rate point; or
(c) Academic misconduct involving the alteration or falsification of a student athlete's transcript or academic record.
Therefore, student-athletes must adhere to the University of Florida Honor Code in order to maintain their eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletic competition.
THE STRATEGY PROGRAM
The University Athletic Association (UAA) operates a comprehensive program that provides services for student-athletes with disabilities and student-athletes with transition support needs.
During the recruiting process and orientation, the Hawkins Center staff gathers academic and medical information on all incoming student-athletes. The Learning Specialists who oversee The Strategy Program gather additional information on any student-athlete previously diagnosed with a learning disability or attention deficit
12 disorder and who are flagged based on incoming academic and medical information. Upon entering the University of Florida for student-athlete orientation, all incoming students are given an academic screener, writing screener, and ADHD screener to start the process of developing an individual academic plan.
Upon completion of the initial screeners, the Learning Specialists determine if the student-athlete is to be referred for a complete educational evaluation. If an evaluation occurs, the Learning Specialists will discuss the results and develop an individual academic plan with the student-athlete and the student-athlete’s academic advisor.
Student-athlete are required to register with the University of Florida's Disability Resource Center to receive the appropriate classroom accommodations,. In addition, the Learning Specialist will contact and schedule appointments with the UAA athletic trainers if further services (medication, personal counseling, etc.) are warranted.
Lastly, the student-athletes who are eligible for the program are provided access to resources in the following areas:
- Learning Specialist/Assistant Learning Specialist - Strategy Tutors - College Prep Tutors - Directed Study Lab (DSL) - Structured Study Hall (SSH)
These services continue until academic and transition difficulties strengthen, and the student-athlete can move towards becoming a more self-determined individual.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Student-athletes are expected to attend classes, to exhibit appropriate behavior, and to complete all assignments. Attendance at every class, laboratory session, and supplemental instruction is expected for all courses in which you are enrolled. Studies have shown that there is a direct correlation between classroom attendance and academic success. If you are having problems with a class, your professor is much more likely to be willing to work with you if you have demonstrated an interest in the course by attending the class. For student-athletes this issue is even more critical because of the days that might be missed due to competition. It is YOUR responsibility to attend class every day and to be on time.
UF Class Attendance Policy Student-athletes are responsible for informing their professors of upcoming class absences and for making arrangements to complete all missed work. Problems in completing assignments are to be reported by the end of the next class day to the academic counselors in the Hawkins Center.
Students who accumulate five unexcused absences in a class or required tutor sessions will be suspended from competition for 10% of their sport’s season. Students who are late 10 minutes or more to classes that are monitored by the Academic Transition Program (ATP) will be considered absent. These students are required to meet with the Sr. Associate AD for Academic Affairs and will receive notice that subsequent absences will result in an additional game/event suspension.
13 - If an initial grade report received by the Hawkins Center indicates that a student-athlete has accumulated four to ten unexcused absences, the student-athlete will receive written notification that the next unexcused absence will result in a 10% game/event suspension. - If a grade report indicates that a student has accumulated 11 or more unexcused absences in a course written notification is waived and the student will be subject to suspension.
These sanctions pertain to the number of classes missed, not the point at which the Hawkins Center is notified of the unexcused absences.
1. First Absence - Reported to the Head Coach 2. Second Absence - Reported to the Head Coach 3. Third Absence - Reported to Athletic Director, Head Coach and supervising Sr. Associate Athletic Director. 4. Fourth Absence - The student-athlete will receive written notification that subsequent absences will result in a 10% game/event suspension and will direct the student to schedule a meeting with the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Academic Affairs (additional absences will result in suspension whether or not the student has the meeting with the Sr. Associate Athletic Director). 5. Fifth Absence - The student-athlete will be suspended from 10% of his/her athletic competition. Each subsequent absence will result in an additional 10% game/event suspension. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will be notified as to the reason for the suspension. The suspended events will be the next consecutive events in the schedule. Post-season events are also included in the suspension.
Additional Sanctions Additional sanctions may include the loss of complimentary admissions and/or withholding of awards. Coaches may have a more stringent policy, but it must be communicated in writing to the team at the beginning of the school year.
Appeal Process If a student-athlete believes the information related to absences is not accurate, he/she has 3 scholastic days from the time of receipt of the letter from the Hawkins Center to formally appeal to the Sr. Associate Athletic Director of Academic Affairs. This appeal is to be made in person and any pertinent documentation to support the student’s perspective should be presented.
Modification of Suspension and Sanctions The Athletic Director, upon recommendation from the Sr. Associate Athletic Director and in consultation with the Intercollegiate Athletic Committee and the Faculty Representative, may modify an individual’s suspension based upon the following criteria: a. The student’s course grade b. The student’s overall cumulative grade point average c. The (upper division) student’s progress toward a degree
UF FINAL EXAM POLICY
In accordance with University of Florida policy, student-athletes are required to complete all final exams. Failure to complete final exams will result in the student- athlete being prohibited from participation in any between-term competitions with a possible loss of eligibility status for subsequent terms.
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TEAM TRAVEL/UF TWELVE-DAY RULE
Students who participate in athletic or extracurricular activities are permitted to be absent 12 scholastic days per semester without penalty. (A scholastic day is any day on which regular class work is scheduled.) Instructors must be flexible when scheduling exams or other class assignments.
The 12-day rule applies to students participating on athletic or scholastic teams. Consequently, a group’s schedule that requires absence of more than 12 days should be adjusted so that no student is absent from campus more than 12 scholastic days.
Your academic counselor will provide documentation to your instructors regarding your travel dates. At least one week prior to departure, you should reconfirm your absence with your professor. At this time, arrangements can be made to make up missed course work or exams.
For more information on UF attendance policies visit: https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/attendance.aspx
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT
In order to improve the services provided and regularly assess student’s needs, the Hawkins Center conducts an annual accountability program in order to collect and evaluate data to design and/or modify programs.
Student Evaluations Evaluations are collected from UF athletes in order to ascertain the effectiveness of the counseling and support services provided to student-athletes by the Hawkins Center.
Coaches Evaluations The Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Academic Affairs surveys the coaching staff of each sport to obtain information to evaluate the effectiveness of Hawkins Center services.
Intercollegiate Athletic Counsel (IAC) Dr. Andy McCollough, Chair, Associate Provost, Teaching & Technology
The Provost Office provides oversight for the academic responsibilities of the Hawkins Center. The Senior Associate A.D for Academic Affairs reports directly to the Associate Provost for Teaching and Technology.
The IAC periodically reviews Hawkins Center operations and makes recommendations to the University Athletic Association.
IAC, Advisory Subcommittee for the Hawkins Center: Dr. Mike Sagas, College of Health & Human Performance Dr. Mike Katovich, College of Pharmacy Dr. Al Wysocki, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
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CAMPUS RESOURCES
Student Financial Affairs International Student Services S-107 Criser Hall 170 HUB 392-1275 x13367 392-5323
Career Resource Center Hillel Foundation Level 2 Gallery, Reitz Union 2020 W. University Ave. 392-1601 372-2900
OAS (Office of Academic Support) Asian Pacific Islander Am. Affairs 311 Little Hall 2215 Reitz Union 392-0788 294-7852
Disability Resource Center Office of the Ombuds 001 Reid Hall 31 Tigert Hall 392-8565 x200 392-1308
Institute of Black Culture Counseling & Wellness Center 1510 W. University Avenue 3190 Radio Road 294-7854 392-1575
Institute of Hispanic-Latino Cultures Student Health Care Center 1504 W. University Ave. 280 Fletcher Dr. 294-7857 392-1161
LGBTQ Affairs CARE 2203 Reitz Union 3rd Floor, Peabody Hall 294-3566 294-2273
PERSONAL ENHANCEMENT
Student-Athlete Enhancement Seminars The University Athletic Association (UAA) invites top speakers from around the country to speak to student-athletes about personal and social issues. Coaches and student-athletes have the opportunity to select seminars on a topic of their choice. This listing of workshops and programs are a part of the GATORS For Life series. Professionals with expertise on specific topics facilitate all seminars and workshops offered by the UAA. The seminars allow student-athletes to join together and discuss issues relative to their personal and professional development. Workshops include, but are not limited to the following:
Personal Enhancement Workshops • Goal Setting • Media Relations • Agents and Pro Sports • Personal Presentations • Community Relations • Time & Stress Management • Dealing with Grief • Sexual Responsibility • Diversity • Values Clarification • Ethics • Drug Education • Fiscal Responsibility • Self-Esteem • Alcohol Education • Manners & Etiquette
16 Swamp Talk Swamp Talk is a monthly newsletter produced by The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence, which highlights UF student-athletes, contains up-to-date information on the various components of the Student- Athlete Enhancement program. This includes, but is not limited to career development opportunities, critical dates, academic tips, nutrition, compliance and Goodwill Gator community service events.
Life Skills Cup The Life Skills Cup is an annual award given to the team who earned the most Life Skills points during the school year. Points are given to teams based on their community service, attendance at personal enhancement and career development events, and participation in leadership development activities. The team winner is announced at the Florida Letterman Awards in the spring.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Leadership Speakers Series Throughout the year the Student-Athlete Enhancement staff, along with help from the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, work together to select speakers to deliver messages focused on leadership in various contexts. Speakers include prominent coaches, professional speakers, UAA Administration, and former Gator alumni.
Student-Athlete Financial Planning Symposium UAA Administration and Hawkins Center staff coordinate a one day personal finance seminar for all UF student athletes who are projected to turn professional in their respective sports after the academic year. The event covers, but is not limited to, banking, budgeting, investing, retirement and tax planning. In addition to basic personal finance, the symposium addresses financial issues that are unique to professional athletes.
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee The University Athletic Association has established a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) to address the concerns directly or indirectly related to student-athlete welfare. Each UAA sponsored sport has a minimum of two representatives who serve as leaders for their sport and athletic community. SAAC members meet twice a month to discuss student-athlete announcements, plan student-athlete events, and to stay up to date on UF and UAA events. SAAC members serve on at least one subcommittee throughout the school year and hold a leadership position at a student-athlete development event.
The primary goal of this committee is to: • Advocate for student-athlete rights • Encourage participation in campus organizations • Share academic, financial, and social information with teammates • Maintain positive relationships between student-athletes, general student population, and UAA administrators • Participate in opportunities to enhance leadership skills • Promote community service • Promote special events for student-athletes
17 Florida Letterman Awards The Florida Letterman Awards (FLAs) is the annual spring awards show, designed in the image of ESPN’s The ESPYS, which acknowledges the previous year’s athletic, academic, and character achievements. The FLAs serves as an opportunity for student-athletes to celebrate each other’s accomplishments. The event is planned and executed by student-athletes with help from the Student- Athlete Development staff. Each year student-athletes are encouraged to submit music videos, bloopers moments, announce award winners, and work backstage. The Florida Letterman Awards serves as a leadership opportunity for a Student- Athlete Advisory Committee Executive Board member as they oversee the creation of the show from start to finish.
Gator Tracks Gator Tracks is an “angel tree” program that takes place during the holiday season. Local elementary school teachers from nine different schools provide the Student-Athlete Development Post Graduate Intern and the Coordinator of Student Development with names and shoe sizes of children who receive free or reduced cost lunch and/or are in need of new shoes. Student-athletes and UAA staff donate money or purchase shoes and socks on behalf of the Gator Tracks program. After the collection of the shoes the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee hosts a “Wrapping Party” where student-athletes wrap the 450 pairs of shoes collected. During finals week, student-athletes deliver shoes and socks to each student in the program, also assisting the students in the process of making sure the shoes and socks fit. Over the past seven years of the program’s existence, Gator Tracks has collected enough shoes and monetary donations to benefit over 3,725 students at local elementary schools.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
The Career Development component of The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence is designed to assist all student-athletes with their career after sports. Student-athletes can explore personal interest inventories and needs assessments while gaining valuable leadership skills and interview techniques to prepare for their career after athletics.
The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence employs a full time Coordinator of Career Development who is responsible for addressing student-athlete career development needs to better prepare them for the transition from college to the workforce. The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence also works in collaboration with the Career Resource Center (CRC) to provide student-athletes with the most current career related information and services. The CRC hosts Career Showcase during the Fall and Spring semesters. Over 600 companies attend event every year to recruit Florida students. Please see the Otis Hawkins Center’s Coordinator of Career Development to learn more. Between The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence’s Coordinator of Career Development and the CRC, student-athletes have the opportunity to: • Attend career workshops and career fairs in which student-athletes will gain more knowledge on their career aspirations • Develop and explore career plans related to academic interests
18 • Receive assistance in career decision-making, job and internship searches and obtaining summer employment. • Attend résumé workshops and receive cover letter and personal statement assistance in which they will create and develop résumés and cover letters for job opportunities and graduate programs • Participate in on-campus interviewing that will prepare the student- athletes for real-live interviews • Engage in job shadowing experiences to acquire career-related work experiences • Develop strategies that ensure successful employment upon graduation • Receive individual counseling on all aforementioned activities to understand what student-athletes want to pursue after their athletic careers and ensure our student-athletes are successful off of the field, court, pool as well STUDENT-ATHLETE CAREER GAMEPLAN FOR SUCCESS
Freshman Year • Student-Athlete Orientation and Assessment • Enroll in SDS 3480- Student Development in the University Setting • Career Assessment- Identify Potential Careers • Explore Related Majors and Minor Possibilities • Begin to Build Résumé, Personal Mission and Goal Statement • Attend Recruiter Roundtable • Attend Career Resource Center Summer Job Fair • Attend UF Major and Minor Fair
Sophomore Year • One-on-one Counseling to Select Your Major • Discuss Academic Plan of Action • Attend CRC Workshop • Attend Recruiter Roundtable and College Career Fair • Job Shadow or complete a practicum • Attend CRC Career Showcase and Summer Job Fair • Update Resume
Junior Year • Enroll in SDS 3340- Career and Life Span Planning • Complete Interest and Work Style Inventories • Register with the CRC GatorLink • Update Resume & develop list of References • Conduct Mock Interviews • Attend Recruiter Roundtable and College Career Fair • Attend CRC Career Showcase • Research Practicum or Internship for Senior Year • Research Graduate or Professional Programs • Attend Graduate and Professional School Day
Senior Year • One-on-one Career Counseling- Finish Résumé • Complete Practice Interviews
19 • Attend Recruiter Roundtable to Interview with Companies • Attend CRC Career Showcase and College Career Fairs • Complete Practicum or Internship • Guided Full-Time Job Search • Apply to Graduate or Professional Programs • Attend Graduate and Professional School Day
Recruiter Roundtable The University Athletic Association invites companies and UF graduate school programs to visit specifically with student-athletes. This event is held once a semester in line with the Career Resource Center’s Career Showcase event. Recruiter Roundtable brings approximately 30 hand-picked organizations of all sizes that network and discuss internship and career opportunities with our student-athletes. The UAA brings in Fortune 500 companies located throughout the country as well as local businesses for this event.
Postgraduate Scholarship Process The University Athletic Association works to ensure life after collegiate athletics is taken care of. This includes student-athletes who are looking for advanced education opportunities in the form of master degrees and professional schools. The UAA has helped instate a process of identifying student-athletes and assisting those said student-athletes in putting together documents needed to be in contention for prestigious SEC and NCAA postgraduate scholarship awards.
Gator Athlete Network The Gator Athlete Network is a group on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com) to connect former and current UF student-athletes, equipment managers and spirit squad members to each other and to the University Athletic Association. This network provides career and mentoring opportunities and job postings for the members.
The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic and Personal Excellence’s Coordinator of Career Development can be reached at (352) 375-4683 ext. 5871. The Career Resource Center is located on the first floor of the J. Wayne Reitz Union. If you have any questions regarding career planning, please visit or call (352) 392-1601 to speak to a representative.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Goodwill Gators The mission of the UAA’s Goodwill Gators Community Service Program is to foster citizenship between staff, coaches, student-athletes and the greater Gainesville community. Overseen by the Coordinator for Student Development and the Student- Athlete Development Post Graduate Intern. The Goodwill Gators program provides student-athletes with quality volunteer opportunities that allow them to give back to the community. In turn, the community may utilize the Goodwill Gator student- athletes as positive role models, eager volunteers, and motivational speakers.
Goodwill Gators will:
• Encourage citizenship, civic virtues, and how one should behave as part of a community, • Strengthen our commitment to the greater Gainesville and surrounding communities, and; • Enhance the personal development of student-athletes.
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The Goodwill Gators program at the University of Florida was recognized as a top 5 institution nationally by the National Consortium of Academics and Sports for the amount of service hours and youth impacted between 2010 and 2014. The Goodwill Gators program was also recognized (1998, 2001-2010) for its Outreach and Service commitment to the community.
In the 2016-2017 year student-athletes donated 3,766 hours of community service to the greater Gainesville area. Student-athletes have demonstrated a high commitment to the Goodwill Gators program by making consistent appearances with several organizations. Student-athletes receive Life Skills points for each hour of participation in events.
The following is a brief list of community contributions: SBAC Partners in Alachua County Schools Baby Gators Education
Bread of the Mighty Balance 180 Special Olympics
Climb for Cancer American Cancer Society Junior League of Foundation Hope Lodge Gainesville
UF Health Pediatric Caleb’s Pitch St. Francis House Hospital
American Red Cross Oak Hammock Humane Society
Girls On the Run March of Dimes Children’s Miracle Network
Boys & Girls Club Girls Place Harvest Food Drive
Weekly Events
Pediatric “Walk Arounds” Weekly UF Health visits allow student-athletes to positively impact hospitalized children while developing public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
Alachua County School Visits Weekly school visits allow student-athletes the opportunity to assist elementary and middle school aged students with reading comprehension and math skills.
Annual Spotlight Events
Climb for Cancer Sports Camp The Climb for Cancer Sports Camp is an event for children who are either battling with or have survived cancer led by student-athletes. Participants are grouped by age and then partnered with a group of student-athletes. The 75 participants rotate through 4 stations where they play soccer/lacrosse, football, basketball, and volleyball. The fun lasts all morning and concludes with the children and their families sharing a pizza lunch with student-athletes, coaches, Albert, and Alberta.
Gator Move Gator Move is a SAAC and Goodwill Gators healthy choices initiative that encourages local children to get active and make healthier choices. Twice a week student-athletes meet at The Otis Hawkins Center and travel to one local elementary school to meet
21 with twenty-four Gator Move participants. Student-athletes plan and lead the stretching and movement exercises to help the children be more active before the start of school. Over the course of the semester teachers, parents, and the students are able to see a difference in the Gator Move participants healthy decision making.
Miracle on Main Street Miracle on Main Street, hosted by the Junior League of Gainesville, provides families the opportunity to shop for presents donated through gifts from the local community. Student-athletes help select and wrap presents, entertain kids, and carry presents to cars. With the help of student-athletes, over 1000 school children each year receive what could be their only presents during the holiday season. Miracle on Main Street provides Gator Student-Athletes with one of their last chances to impact the community before studying for finals and leaving for Christmas Break.
22 ACADEMIC RULES & REGULATIONS
NCAA PROGRESS TOWARD DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The Hawkins Center and the University Registrar monitor the academic progress of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, SEC, and the University of Florida rules and regulations.
Full-Time Enrollment. Student-athletes must be enrolled in a minimum 12 semester hours during the fall and spring semester to be eligible for practice, competition and financial aid. However, student-athletes who need less than 12 semester hours to graduate must have a letter on file from the designated degree program verifying the remaining graduation requirements.
- NOTE: If you enroll in less than a full-time load in your final semester and you do not pass your remaining classes you are ineligible for competition immediately. - International Students are limited to no more than 1 online/distance education course (3 credits) per term.
Progress Toward Degree Requirements. In order to meet NCAA academic eligibility requirements for athletic participation, student-athletes must:
- Earn 6 hours of academic credit per term toward their designated degree program (Football S/A’s must pass 9 credits in the Fall semester toward their designated major or will face a 4-game suspension the following season; and - Earn 18 semester hours each academic year (Fall & Spring semesters) toward your designated degree program; and - Earn 24 semester hours of academic credit prior to his or her second year of collegiate enrollment
NCAA Percentage of Degree & Minimum Grade Point Average Requirements. This rule dictates that a percentage of courses are necessary to be completed by the beginning of the second, third, fourth, and fifth years of enrollment, in order to maintain academic eligibility. A minimum percentage of the GPA necessary to graduate from the student's college and the University of Florida is also required. In order for a student-athlete to be eligible for intercollegiate competition at the University of Florida, you must meet all NCAA, SEC and UF academic requirements. The chart below illustrates this rule.
NCAA Percentage of Degree Requirements:
Entering Year Required Percentage NCAA GPA of Enrollment of Degree Complete Requirement 2nd N/A 1.80 3rd 40% 1.90 4th 60% 2.00 5th 80% 2.00
Designation of Degree. The NCAA mandates that a student-athlete must designate a program of study leading toward a specific baccalaureate degree by the beginning of the student-athlete's third year of enrollment (fifth semester), and thereafter, should make satisfactory progress toward that specific degree.
23 NOTE: The University of Florida requires students to declare a major by the end of their third semester of enrollment.
Post-Season Competition & Continuing Eligibility. In order to be eligible to represent the University of Florida in post-season competition, a student-athlete must pass a minimum of six (6) credit hours toward their designated major in the academic term that concluded immediately prior to the post-season competition.
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA GRADING SYSTEM
Students receive letter grades that evaluate academic performance. Each letter grade symbolizes a numerical value for the purpose of determining grade point averages (GPA). Listed below are the letter grades and the numerical values they represent.
Passing Grades and Grade Points A 4.0 A- 3.67 B+ 3.33 B 3.0 B- 2.67 C+ 2.33 C 2.0 C- 1.67 D+ 1.33 D 1.0 D- 0.67 S 0.0/Satisfactory No Grade Points E Failing Grade U Unsatisfactory NG No Grade Reported I Incomplete
Note: A grade of I or NG is not considered a failing grade for the term in which it is received and it is not computed in the grade point average. However, if the NG or I have not been changed by the end of the next term of enrollment, it will be counted as a failing grade and used in computation of the grade point average. The grade of I is a contract between the student and the professor.
GRADE POINT AVERAGES
Grade point averages are calculated for grades earned at the University of Florida only. Grades earned at other institutions are NOT averaged with grades received at the University of Florida. Averages are determined by computing the ratio of grade points to semester hours attempted.
DEFICIT POINTS
A grade point deficit is defined as the number of grade points below a C average on hours attempted at the University of Florida. If the GPA is less than 2.0, there is a grade point deficit. Only grades higher than C will lower a deficit. Computation of a grade point deficit is dependent upon first calculating the GPA. Multiply the total UF hours carried for a grade by 2 (for 2.0 GPA) and subtract the total grade points earned to determine the deficit. For example, if a student has taken 30 hours, then
24 60 grade points are needed for a 2.0 GPA. If there are 55 grade points, there is a 5 point deficit. If you have any questions, please see your Hawkins Center counselor.
Calculating Your GPA Course Hours Grade HoursxGrade Grade Points Biology 3 B=3 3x3 = 9 English 3 A- =3.67 3x3.67 = 11.01 Psychology 3 B+=3.5 3x3.5 = 10.5 Math 3 C=2 3x2 = 6 Biology Lab 1 D+=1.5 1x1.5 = 1.5 Totals 13 38.01
Total grade pts (38.01) divided by the number of hours attempted (13) = 2.92
Academic Probation Any student with an overall GPA lower than a 2.00 is placed on academic probation. Academic probation serves as a notice that the student is failing to maintain satisfactory academic progress in a degree program. Students are also placed on probation when they accumulate deficit points. A student with 15 or more deficit points will be dismissed from the university.
DROPPING COURSES
Student-athletes cannot drop a class without prior approval from their Hawkins Center counselor. International student-athletes must obtain approval from the UFIC and the Hawkins Center prior to dropping a course. The student-athlete must submit a drop request online thru ONE.UF then visit his/her college (if necessary) for final approval. Once a request is submitted the student-athlete’s college will be responsible for dropping the course.
FULL TERM WITHDRAWAL
A student-athlete who wishes to withdrawal from any academic term (Fall, Spring or a Summer Term) must do so online thru ONE.UF after meeting with their Hawkins Center academic counselor.
REPEATING COURSES
UF does not have a grade forgiveness policy. Coursework that is repeated is counted in the computation of a student's UF grade point average as many times as grades for that course are recorded, although credit hours will be counted only once. When a student earns a C or higher in a course, repeats that course and earns another C or higher, the new grade is not computed into the UF grade point average nor are additional credits rewarded. You must speak with your Hawkins Center counselor regarding how repeating a course can affect your NCAA eligibility.
SATISFACTORY/UNSATISFACTORY (S/U) GRADE OPTION
Subject to college degree program and department guidelines, students may take elective course work and earn grades of S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Grades earned under the S-U option do not carry grade point values and are not computed in the University of Florida grade point average. Once the S/U Option is approved, students may not convert to a letter grade.
25 DISTANCE EDUCATION COURSES
All Distance Education courses must be completed, graded, and on record by the end of the current term for it to count toward eligibility. A reminder – distance education courses may NOT be used to satisfy either the Full Time Enrollment Rule (12 hour) or the 75% of Satisfactory Progress credits during the year. Enrollment must be approved by your major advisor and payment must be approved by the Hawkins Center.
INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSES
Enrollment in an independent study course must be approved by your college advisor and/or faculty member. All approved documentation (i.e. syllabus) must be reviewed by the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Academic Affairs and the NCAA Faculty Representative prior to enrollment.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
General Education requirements prior to 2015 consist of 36 credits in the following categories:
General Education Prior to 2015 Composition (C) 3 cr. Mathematics (M) 6 cr. Humanities (H)* 9 cr. Social & Behavioral Sciences (S) 6 cr. Biological & Physical Sciences (B & P) 9 cr.
*IUF 1000 is required for all students entering Summer B 2012 or later ** A total of 27 credits must be taken in H,S and P/B dependent on major
General Education requirements beginning Summer B 2015 or later consist of 36 credits in the following categories:
General Education State Core*** UF Core Composition 3 cr. 3 cr. Mathematics (M) 3 cr. 3 cr. Humanities (H)* 3 cr. 3 cr. Social & Behavioral Sciences (S) 3 cr. 3 cr. Biological & Physical Sciences (B & P) 3 cr. 3 cr.
*inclusive of IUF 1000 (UF requirement) ** 6 additional credits must be taken from the H,S or P/B areas ***State Core classes must be taken from an approved list available in the 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog: https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/advising/info/general-education-program.aspx
Important considerations: • A grade of C or better is required to earn General Education credit • Gen Ed courses cannot be taken S-U • Six of the 36 hours must have an international or diversity focus (N or D)
26 • Students can count a Gen Ed class toward one Gen Ed category only, except for “N or D" credits, which can be earned concurrently with other credits.
UF Writing Requirement
To graduate, students must complete (with grades of C or higher) courses that involve substantial writing for a total of 24,000 words. The Schedule of Courses will identify the courses, sections, and UF writing credit they award. Courses taken to fulfill the UF writing requirement cannot be taken S/U. Courses that count toward this requirement will be in one of three categories:
• “2” – coursework with at least 2,000 words • “4” – coursework with at least 4,000 words • “6” – coursework with at least 6,000 words
UF Math Requirement
In addition, each student must complete with grades of C or higher, six credits of course work in mathematics, at or above the level of college algebra, OR three credits in mathematics with an additional three credits in statistics, computer science or the logic courses PHI 2100 or PHI 3130. Acceptable mathematics course prefixes include: MAA, MAC, MAD, MAP, MAS, MGF, MHF or MTG.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The hours required to graduate may vary from college to college and department to department. Depending on the academic program, the hours needed for graduation may range from 120 to 134 hours.
Catalog year determines the set of academic requirements (general education and the major) which must be fulfilled for graduation. Students graduate under the catalog in effect at the time of their initial undergraduate enrollment as a degree-seeking student. With the approval of the college dean's office and advisement from your academic counselor, a student may opt to graduate under the requirements of a later catalog. Courses and programs will sometimes be discontinued and requirements may change. Therefore, it is imperative that you meet with both your Hawkins Center advisor and departmental advisor.
Visit any of these college websites for more information about degree programs:
College Web Page Fisher School of Accounting www.cba.ufl.edu College of Agriculture and Life Sciences www.cals.ufl.edu College of Design, Construction & Planning www.dcp.ufl.edu Warrington College of Business Administration www.cba.ufl.edu College of Education www.coe.ufl.edu College of Engineering www.eng.ufl.edu College of Fine Arts www.arts.ufl.edu College of Health and Human Performance www.hhp.ufl.edu College of Public Health & Health Professions www.phhp.ufl.edu College of Journalism and Communications www.jou.ufl.edu College of Liberal Arts and Sciences www.clas.ufl.edu College of Natural Resources and Environment www.snre.ufl.edu
27 College of Nursing www.nursing.ufl.edu College of Pharmacy www.cop.ufl.edu
CHANGING YOUR MAJOR
Any decision to change your major must be discussed and approved by your Hawkins Center academic counselor. Students who decide to change their major must contact an advisor in the desired college to discuss their progress toward that degree and officially request the change of major.
You must review your academic status with your Hawkins Center Academic Advisor before changing you major.
28 ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP PROCEDURES
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Renewals and Multiyear Confirmations Head coaches must meet with each scholarship student-athlete who has athletics eligibility remaining in their sport prior to July 1. During this meeting, each student-athlete is informed of the status of their athletic scholarship for the next year and the amount they will receive if renewed. All student-athletes must sign a scholarship processing form for the following year. If a student-athlete is on a multiyear scholarship, they will sign a processing form confirming their athletics aid for the following year. A scholarship renewal letter or multiyear confirmation letter for each student-athlete who will receive an athletic scholarship for the next year is mailed out by July 1, the NCAA deadline for scholarship renewal.
Scholarship Non-Renewals and Reductions If a scholarship will not be renewed or will be reduced, the head coach must receive approval in advance from the Athletics Director. The coach will then meet with the student-athlete and inform them of the status of their athletic scholarship for next year. The coach must have the student-athlete sign a scholarship processing form acknowledging the non-renewal or reduction. The Director of Student Financial Affairs (SFA) will notify the student-athlete via certified mail of the nonrenewal. This letter will contain information regarding the financial aid appeals process. The SFA Committee hears all appeals for the University of Florida, including student-athlete financial aid issues.
UAA PREPAID CARD
1. Issued by UAA to all student-athletes 2. Athletic Scholarship Cash disbursements placed on this card 3. Any monies the UAA provides to a student-athlete (e.g. reimbursement, per diem, etc.) will be placed on this card 4. If lost/stolen, must call (888) 863-0681 to cancel card and order a replacement 5. For more information, please contact Daniel Siegel at (352) 692-6234 or [email protected]
TEXTBOOK POLICY
NCAA Bylaw on Textbooks Per NCAA Bylaw 15.2.3 the UAA will provide student athletes receiving books as part of their scholarship financial aid to cover the cost of required textbooks.
Student-athletes that have been awarded books on athletic scholarship must pick up all required textbooks only from the University of Florida Campus Bookstore. The UAA will not provide reimbursements to student- athletes who purchase their textbooks at other locations.
The bookstore has designated specific days/times for student athletes to pick up and return/exchange books. These dates will be posted in the Hawkins Center.
Each student-athlete must take a picture I.D. along with a printout of syllabi for each course to the UF Campus bookstore. The student-athlete will only be issued required textbooks for each course. If the Bookstore does not have
29 a book in stock the student-athlete should inform the Coordinator of Student Services and complete the textbook request form so the required book can be placed on a rush order. The student-athlete should also inform their Hawkins Center academic counselor that a required text was not in stock.
A student-athlete who drops a course must return the textbooks for credit to The Hawkins Center and, if another class has been added, the student-athlete must present a new computer printout, signed by the Coordinator of Student Services.
It is an NCAA violation for a student-athlete to receive any materials other than required textbooks (i.e. dictionary, art supplies, disks, solutions manuals, study guides, etc.) Any student-athlete receiving these materials in error will be deemed ineligible immediately and remain as such until payment has been received. Also, receiving duplicate books is strictly prohibited and may result in the loss of your scholarship.
Student Athletes will not be allowed to sell their books back until they have completed the course. Selling textbooks prior to the end of the term will result in disciplinary action. Student-athletes may receive required textbooks through the third week of classes. After the third week student-athletes will need to seek approval from the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Academic Affairs to pick up any required textbooks for a given semester. At the end of the term, the textbooks become the property of the student-athlete.
SUMMER SCHOOL AID
The NCAA allows student-athletes to receive summer financial aid based on the amount of aid received during the fall and spring semester of the previous academic year. Based on the availability of funds and an academic need, summer school aid may be granted to scholarship student-athletes on a priority basis.
Scholarship student-athletes interested in attending summer school must first apply through their academic counselor. Student-athletes will be required to enroll in six credits and if approved, may attend only one six week summer session. If you do not successfully complete a summer term while on athletic aid, you may not be eligible for athletic aid the following summer or receive athletic awards. In addition, you may be responsible for reimbursing the Athletic Association for all monies received as part of your scholarship. Student-Athletes receiving Summer School Aid to accelerate graduation are expected to complete their degrees in four years. Attending Summer School on Athletics Aid may reduce your ability to receive Post-Eligibility Aid. Summer school aid must be approved by the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Academic Affairs, the academic counselor and your Head Coach.
POST-ELIGIBILITY AID
A post-eligibility student-athlete is defined as an individual who has exhausted his or her athletic eligibility, but remains in good academic standing and has not yet completed their undergraduate degree. The UAA will limit athletics aid to a maximum of 120 credits or the required number of credits needed to complete the baccalaureate degree as designated in the university catalog.
30 Post-eligibility aid is not intended to pay for pre-professional courses, second baccalaureate degrees or minor subject areas.
Post-Eligibility Aid applications are available from the Hawkins Center academic counselors. If approved to receive post-eligibility aid, a student-athlete may receive up to the amount of aid that they received in their final year of eligibility. Prior to submitting the application the student-athlete is required to receive approval from their Head Coach and submit a Graduation plan approved by their college advisor or academic counselor.
MEDICAL EXEMPTIONS
Student-Athletes receiving Athletics Aid as a medical exemption are required to enroll in 15 credits per term and are expected to graduate with a four-year time frame.
HOUSING PROCEDURES
All student-athletes who decide to live on campus will be living in a housing unit supervised by the University of Florida Housing and Resident Education.
The Athletic Association has reserved spaces to house all student-athletes. A majority of the student-athletes will have the opportunity to live in either the Springs, Keys, or Lakeside Residence Complex. Additional spaces for student- athletes are available in Tolbert Residence Hall.
All residents who live in these facilities must obey all policies, rules, and regulations established by the University of Florida’s Housing and Resident Education.
Failure to do this may result in disciplinary action by the University. You will also be financially responsible for any fines or late payment charges that are assessed to you for missing deadlines, failure to check-out properly and/or lost keys.
Room Assignments If you presently reside on-campus and plan to stay on-campus next year, you need to inform your Head Coach by March 1st. You will sign your official housing and resident life contract in the Hawkins Center in April. Your coach will designate your room assignment, therefore, he/she will need to know of your plans and any special request you may have.
Room Payments and Fees If your athletic scholarship covers the complete cost of room rent, the UAA will make payment to the Division of Housing. If you will be paying a portion or all of the cost of the room, you need to adhere to the published deadlines as posted by the Division of Housing. This includes signing a deferment for the housing bill at the time you sign and submit your agreement.
Please note that the contract is a binding one-year agreement between the Division of Housing and the student-athlete. Any cancellation charges, late fees, or petition charges will be the responsibility of the student-athlete. It is important that you are aware of all deadlines and procedures.
31 If you have any questions concerning roommates or room assignments, you should see your coach. If you have any questions concerning the housing process or any deadlines you can contact Ann Hughes or Jackie Hensel in the Hawkins Center or visit the Housing and Residence Education website at: www.housing.ufl.edu.
GATOR 1 CARD
The Gator 1 Card is the official University of Florida picture ID card. It is required of all students, faculty, and staff. Many activities on campus are only available upon presentation of the Gator 1 Card. The cost is $15 for new cards (never had a Gator 1 Card before). The charge is billed to your student account. A student must have a Gator 1 card to do any of the following:
1. Enter The Hawkins Center and all campus CIRCA Computer Labs. 2. Use all campus libraries and access periodical databases. 3. Use the Student Recreation & Fitness Center and SW Recreation Center. 4. Use other recreation facilities, such as Lake Wauburg. 5. Play intramural sports. 6. Buy football and other sports tickets. 7. Buy Gator Growl tickets. 8. Use your Gator Dining account. 9. Use prepaid vending accounts. 10. Medical care at the infirmary. 11. Vote in Student Government elections. 12. View your account and receive financial aid disbursements at University Financial Services. 13. Free RTS bus service for students. 14. Use a Wells Fargo ATM card. 15. Use time and attendance systems at the Office of Instructional Resources and Shand’s Hospital.
Call (352) 392-UFID (8343) to report the loss of your Gator 1 Card. After hours, leave a message on the answering machine. Once a card is reported as lost and is deactivated, it can never be reactivated and must be replaced. The replacement fee is $15.
The ID Card Services Office is located at the Reitz Union, near the Bookstore and Welcome Center. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding university holidays. Gator 1 Card office hours will be extended the first two weeks of each term. Call 392-8343 for further information.
DINING FACILITIES
If your athletic scholarship includes a Residential Meal Plan, these meals are provided by two locations:
1) Gator Corner Dining Center located on the corner of Gale Lemerand Drive and Stadium Road and;
2) The Fresh Food Company located next to Broward Hall.
Meal plans are accessed through your Gator 1 Card. You must present your card to gain entry into the facility.
32 You are responsible for acquiring an ID Card through the UF ID Card Services office before using the meal plan. You are responsible for the safekeeping of your ID Card at all times and for any usage on the Gator Dining Account(s) until the card is reported lost or stolen to Gator Dining Service. Allowing someone else to use your card is strictly forbidden. Once the card is reported lost to Gator Dining Services at 392-2491, your card is invalidated to prevent further loss.
If you have a 7 day open-access, 5 day open-access or 14 meal plan, the week begins on Thursday and runs through the following Wednesday. Food at the Gator Corner Dining Center and the Fresh Food Company is “unlimited seconds” including salads, sandwiches, entrees, vegetables, fruits, beverages, and desserts.
Along with the meals at Gator Corner Dining Center and the Fresh Food Company, your membership includes a special declining balance supplement called Flex Bucks to use at any of the other dining locations on campus including Subway, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Wendy’s, Moes, Jamba Juice, and more.
Dining facilities will be closed during the Thanksgiving holiday, Spring Break and other University holidays.
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT POLICIES
• Apparel/Equipment provided to you is the property of the UF Athletic Association.
• UF will provide apparel and equipment to eligible student-athletes that will be used for practice and competition only.
• All apparel and equipment will be the student-athletes responsibility for their sport season. Lost, missing, stolen or damaged apparel and equipment will not be replaced until the UAA is reimbursed. Prices for apparel and equipment will be based on the replacement cost of item.
• Student-athletes may not sell their apparel or equipment.
• Laundry service is provided for student-athletes after practice and competition. No apparel is to be taken home to launder. Personal items will not be laundered. All student-athlete personal items will be discarded immediately by equipment room staff and will not be our responsibility for replacement.
• If any student-athlete is dismissed or quits a team they are required to return apparel/equipment to the equipment room staff or you will be billed. Once you are billed, returning the apparel or equipment is not an option. Cost will be the replacement cost.
33 UAA ADMINISTRATION
The telephone number for all UAA affiliates is 352-375-4683.
Scott Stricklin Lynda Tealer Director of Athletics Executive Associate AD/Administration ext 6000 ext. 6055
Mike Hill Laird Veatch Executive Associate AD/External Affairs Executive Associate AD/Internal Affairs ext. 6600 ext. 6047
Dr. Jeff Guin Jamie McCloskey Sr. Associate AD/Academic Affairs Sr. Associate AD/Compliance ext. 5800 ext. 6001
Kim Green Mike Spiegler Associate AD/Compliance Sr. Associate AD/Administration ext. 6036 ext. 6035
Steve McClain Mary Howard Sr. Associate AD/Communications Sr. Associate AD/Communications ext. 6115 ext. 6110
Melissa Stuckey Associate AD/Accounting Ext. 6413
34 UAA VISION STATEMENT
Be the model collegiate athletics program, combining excellence and integrity in academics, athletics, and fan engagement to elevate the UF brand.
UAA STRATEGIC PURPOSE
Provide a championship experience with integrity on and off the field for student-athletes and the Gator Nation.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE STATEMENT
If a student-athlete has a problem or concern; especially one related to gender or race, the student-athlete is encouraged to bring the matter to the attention of any of the following:
1. Head Coach 2. Any of the Associate Athletic Directors 3. The Director of Athletics 4. Title IX Coordinator
In addition, the student-athlete may wish to bring this matter to the attention of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, or the Dean of Students Office.
UAA AMOROUS RELATIONSHIP POLICY
The UAA values the relationships forged between coaches or support staff and student athletes. These relationships are based upon trust and mutual respect. Trust and respect are diminished when those in positions of authority abuse their power or place themselves in a situation of perceived or actual conflict of interest.
UAA prohibits amorous or sexual relationships between coaches or staff and any student athlete over whom they exercise some level of authority. The UAA requires disclosure of all such relationships to the employee’s immediate supervisor and the sport administrator. Failure by an employee to disclose the existence of an amorous or sexual relationship with a student-athlete may result in disciplinary action including termination from employment.
This policy applies to all UAA employees, including but not limited to: coaches, academic advisors, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, team physicians and sport administrators.
UAA SEXUAL ASSAULT PROTOCOL
If a student-athlete reports a sexual assault to a UAA staff member, the UAA staff member is obligated by federal law (Campus Security Act of 1990/Jeanne Cleary Act) to follow these procedures:
Explain immediately to the victim that you must report the incident to one of the following:
- Lynda Tealer, Executive Associate AD (352) 375-4683 ext. 6055 - Dr. Jeff Guin, Sr. Associate AD for Academic Affairs (352) 375-4683 ext. 5825 - UPD Criminal Investigation Division (352) 392-1111 - UF Title IX Officer (352) 392-1072 - Associate Dean, Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution (352) 392-1261
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Students should understand this before continuing talk to a UAA staff member:
- The victim is encouraged to file a report with the University Police Department if the assault was on campus, or the Gainesville Police Department or the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office if it was off campus.
- If the victim wants confidentiality, they are encouraged to contact the University Crime Victim Advocate at (352) 392-5648
- If the incident occurred within the last 72 hours, the victim is encouraged to go to Shands Emergency Room for medical services, or to the Student Health Center. Collected physical evidence would be important if the victim decided to pursue legal action.
- The 24 hour help line provided by Rape Crisis Center Alachua County, (352) 264-6760.
To find more information on reporting a sexual assault, please visit: http://www.ufsa.ufl.edu/faculty_staff/fees_resources_policies/sexual_harassment/resources
What To Do If You Are Sexually Assaulted
Get to a safe place. If you are in a vulnerable area, it’s important that you go to a safe location. For example, go to your home (with locked doors and windows), a friend’s house, a locked car, or a place where there are several people. Get medical attention immediately. The primary purpose of a medical examination following an assault is to check for physical injury. The secondary purpose of a medical examination is to aid in the police investigation and legal proceedings. Save your clothing. It is all right to change clothes, but save what you were wearing in a separate paper bag for police. Report the incident to the Police. It is up to you, but reporting an assault isn’t the same thing as prosecuting a rape. Prosecution can be determined later. To contact the police, call 911 (V/TDD), 24-hours a day. A number of University personnel are willing and able to assist victims in reporting assaults to the proper authorities.
Where to Go for Help We strongly suggest that you report any instance of sexual assault to one of the following law enforcement agencies:
∙ The University Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Unit, 392-4705 ∙ The Gainesville Police Department, 334-2400 ∙ The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, 367-4000
The University of Florida Police Department’s Victim Services Program within the University Police Department provides a civilian support person for anyone who may become a victim of crime while on the university campus. You may utilize the services of the Victim Advocate Program even if you choose not to report the assault to the law enforcement agency. This service is confidential. The Advocate ensures the right of the victim to be informed and treated with fairness. The Advocate also makes referrals and assists victims with locating other needed services such as counseling support groups or other community assistance. The Advocate is available 24-hours a day and may be called upon by law enforcement to respond to a crisis. Victims may also consult the Advocate directly by calling 392-5648, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or after hours by calling the University Police Department at 392-1111. Students may also consult any of the following agencies for counseling and support:
36 ∙ The Alachua County Rape and Crime Victim Advocate Program is contacted whenever the police or sheriff’s office receives a call about a sexual assault. Victims may also call 334 0827 if they do not want to report the crime to a law enforcement agency. ∙ The Rape and Crime Victim Advocate offers support while the victim has a medical examination and is being interviewed by the police. In addition, Advocates will accompany victims through legal proceedings and also through the process of applying for compensation of medical bills and loss of wages as a result of crimes. They offer individual counseling for victims and their families or friends and group counseling for victims of sexual assault. All services are free and confidential. ∙ Center for Sexual Assault/Abuse Recovery Education (CARE), located on the third floor of the Infirmary, 392-1161, is a university–sponsored agency for sexual assault victims and their spouses seeking individual or group counseling. ∙ CARE is a specialty service with professionals trained in sexual victimization recovery. All records are kept strictly confidential. ∙ The University Counseling Center, P301 Peabody Hall, 392-1575, has professional counselors and therapists, and offers individual or group counseling dealing with any form of sexual exploitation. All counseling services are free and confidential. The center has an excellent referral system, should your needs be better met by a different agency or program. ∙ Also, the Student Mental Health Clinic is available for a wide range of personal, interpersonal and emotional concerns. The service is located in the Infirmary, 392-1171.
UAA SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
Sexual harassment is unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature. All employees and student- athletes must be allowed to work and compete in an environment free from unsolicited and unwelcome sexual overtures.
Sexual harassment does not refer to occasional compliments; it refers to behavior of a sexual nature that interferes with the work or educational experience of its victims and their fellow students.
Sexual harassment is a violation of both state and federal laws. It is the UAA’s policy that a sexual element must not be introduced into what should be a sex-neutral situation causing the boundaries which normally exist between the professional role and the personal relationship to become blurred. No UAA employee or student-athlete may: a) make unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, a condition of any student’s academic status or participation; or b) make submission to or rejection of such conduct the basis for academic or participation decisions affecting a student-athlete; or c) create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive sports participation environment by such conduct.
Procedure for Reporting Sexual Harassment
If you believe you have been the subject of sexual harassment, you should immediately report the alleged act to Lynda Tealer, Exec. Associate Athletics Director, Dr. Jeff Guin, Sr. Associate Athletics Director for Academic Affairs, or the UF Title IX Coordinator. The UAA will forward the complaint to the Associate Dean of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution whereby an investigation will be conducted.
37 Following an investigation, any UAA employee or student-athlete who is found to have engaged in sexual harassment of a student-athlete will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.
Actions taken in retaliation for filing complaints of sexual harassment are prohibited regardless of whether the claim of sexual harassment is determined to be valid or unfounded. Retaliatory behavior will not be tolerated and persons who engage in such behavior will be subject to disciplinary action.
UAA HAZING POLICY
The University of Florida Athletic Association, consistent with Florida State Statutes and University of Florida rules, prohibits student-athletes from engaging in any activity that may be considered hazing.
Hazing is defined as any action or situation that recklessly, by design, or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for any purpose including but not limited to initiation or admission into or affiliation with any student group or organization including an athletic team.
Hazing occurs if an individual or group:
1. Causes or attempts to cause physical injury or other harm to a student including but not limited to emotional distress, or engages in any conduct which presents a threat to the student's health or safety, which shall include but not be limited to any brutality of a physical nature, such as whipping, beating, branding, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of any food, alcohol, drug, or other substance, or other forced physical activity that could adversely affect the physical or physical and mental health or safety of the student, and any activity that would subject the student to extreme mental stress, such as sleep deprivation, forced sexual conduct, and forced exclusion from social contact.
2. Engages in an action or activity which has a tendency to or which is intended to demean, disgrace, humiliate, or degrade a student, which shall include but not be limited to, forced conduct that could result in extreme embarrassment, forced performance of team tasks assigned only to certain team members, or other forced activity that could adversely affect the mental health or dignity of the student.
3. Conduct that by design, intent or recklessness causes a student to be unable reasonably to pursue, or interferes with or attempts to interfere with a student's academic schedule or performance; or
4. Causes, induces pressures, coerces, or requires a student to violate the law or to violate any provision of University of Florida regulations.
In response to allegations of hazing under this regulation it is not a defense that the student gave consent to the conduct, or that the conduct was not done as a condition of membership on the team.
Allegations of hazing will be investigated and student-athletes found to have engaged in hazing activities will receive sanctions which may include, but are not limited to: suspension from practice and/or competition, removal from the team, cancellation of athletics financial aid, and University penalties, including suspension or expulsion from the institution.
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All coaches and staff are expected to be familiar with this policy and ensure that their team members are familiar with the policy. Coaches and staff found to have had knowledge of hazing without reporting it to the proper authorities are also subject to penalties which may include, but are not limited to: official reprimand, fines, suspension, and termination.
UF/UAA NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY
The University shall actively promote equal opportunity policies and practices conforming to laws against discrimination. The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, and veteran status. This commitment applies in all areas to students, faculty, Administrative and Professional staff and Career Service personnel. The University realizes that it must continue to intensify its concern and devote itself to the elimination of conditions from which discrimination spring. In this respect, the University accepts the responsibility for solving problems related to these matters. Accordingly, the University will continue to search for the most appropriate ways and means to provide an effective and enduring contribution to the improvement of these relationships.
It is the policy of the University that each employee and student be allowed to work and study in an environment free from any form of discrimination, including sexual harassment.
Any employee or student who believes that he or she is a victim of discrimination may pursue informal resolution of the complaint or may file a formal written complaint. The Executive Associate Athletics Director, Lynda Tealer, Sr. Associate Athletics Director for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jeff Guin, the UF Title IX Coordinator or Associate Dean of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution should be contacted to pursue a resolution.
FREE EXERCISE OF RELIGION
The University Athletic Association respects the rights of individuals to freely exercise their religion. The UAA aims to create an atmosphere where student-athletes, coaches and staff feel free to engage in religious expression, as long as that expression does not interfere with the rights of others or disrupt UAA events. Coaches and staff must not encourage or discourage the practice of a particular religion by student-athletes, nor shall they lead student-athletes in prayer or direct them to engage in any other form of religious expression. Student-athletes concerned about issues of religious exercise on their team should contact Associate Athletic Directors Lynda Tealer or the UF Human Resources Director of Administration and EEO.
RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
Students, upon prior notifications of their instructors, shall be excused from class or other scheduled academic activity to observe a religious holy day of their faith. Students shall be permitted a reasonable amount of time to make up the material or activities covered in their absence. Students shall not be penalized due to absence from class or other scheduled academic activity because of religious observances. A student who believes that he or she has been unreasonably denied an educational benefit due to religious beliefs or practices may seek redress through the student grievance procedure.
The University of Florida’s Religious Holiday Policy is available at: https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/attendance.aspx#religious
39 HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION GUIDELINES
The UAA encourages all student-athletes to work out in the morning as opposed to having them work out in the afternoon heat/humidity.
- The UAA clearly reviews all student-athletes’ medical history for heat illness and observes all workouts or signs of potential heat illness.
- The UAA monitors athlete hydration status by tracking water loss during workouts and encourages how much water should be taken in to replace water loss post workout. The UAA nutrition staff educates students on how an athlete can weigh themselves before and after each workout as a guide on how much fluid needs to be replaced.
- The UAA makes sure the athletes have plenty of fluids available before, during and after workouts by having resources available and accessible for all athletes.
- The UAA makes sure all athletes gather at the end of each workout to stretch, cool down, make announcements thus allowing the athletic trainer and strength coach to observe the athlete for potential problems and to respond accordingly.
- The UAA conducts weekly urine checks for specific gravity and color. The specific gravity reading reveals to the athlete a numerical value that signifies which category they fall under: “significantly dehydrated, moderately dehydrated, or hydrated.”
- The UAA holds group education on nutrition, hydration, supplement, and meal plans to all incoming freshman and transfer athletes.
- The UAA sets up nutrition stations at freshman/transfer physicals to schedule initial consultations and conducts a nutrition screening questionnaire including questions about eating, hydration habits, and supplements, etc. – We do not give the Gatorade water bottles to the freshman during physicals but we do give them in their initial consult.
- Special attention is paid to fluid/electrolyte replacement and appropriate/inappropriate supplement use. Initial individual consultations are provided for all incoming freshman and transfers to assess and evaluate each individual. A follow up is included with education specific for that individual including nutrition and hydration.
- Educational material i.e. posters, stall stories, table cards, signs above scales outlining proper nutrition, and hydrations are provided as well as a locker room team talk.
- The UAA nutritionist will meet with returning athletes identified by the athletic trainer as having heat illness risk or history. The nutritionist will provide/promote fluid, cold/high electrolyte foods (i.e. salted pretzels, fruit, soups, fruit smoothies) at meals and snacks as appropriate.
TEAM TRAVEL GUIDELINES
Air Travel Guidelines 1. The earliest a team may depart for the site of competition will be one day prior to the actual date of competition. The appropriate sport administrator must approve exceptions. 2. All passengers must have valid ID that is either state or government issued to board flight. (Gator 1 cards are no longer considered as valid ID) 3. Student-athlete family members may not accompany the team on the charter even if family members pay for a seat on the charter. NO EXCEPTIONS.
40 Ground Transportation Guidelines The safety of student-athletes and UAA staff is of paramount importance when traveling to and from athletic competition in team vehicles. To this end, the UAA issues the following guidelines to help promote the use of good judgment in transporting team members and staff.
§ Any employee, graduate assistant trainer or manager required to operate a motor vehicle in the course of his/her employment must meet eligibility requirements for coverage under the UAA automobile liability policy. Prior to hire, and annually thereafter, driving records will be reviewed; and, any employee who is not cleared for continued insurance coverage will be notified that his/her driving privileges are suspended. § A commercial drivers’ license (CDL) is required of all employees (including student managers and student trainers) who operate vans designed for more than 15 passengers or trucks exceeding certain weight limits, including equipment rental trucks. § No individual under twenty-one (21) years of age may operate a motor vehicle without prior authorization by Risk Management (Bill Dolamore). Student trainers who are at least eighteen (18) years of age may transport student athletes’ short distances to receive medical care with prior authorization from Risk Management (Bill Dolamore). § Student athletes may not transport other student athletes in connection with UAA sponsored activities at any time. *Student athletes who wish to drive themselves must complete a waiver from Bill Dolamore in Purchasing.* § Head Coaches or Assistant Coaches are required to operate the team vehicle during travel connected with an away event. At no time may a team member transport another team member in a team vehicle or otherwise operate the team vehicle. § Large capacity vans (12 and 15 passenger) should not be used to transport student- athletes outside of Alachua County. § Only employees who have been cleared by Risk Management may operate rental vehicles or UAA vehicles used to transport athletic equipment to sporting events or local airports. Student managers who are cleared by Risk Management may drive these trucks if no UAA employee is available.
Important Reminders When Transporting Student Athletes § No student-athlete may drive a van or rental vehicle at any time. § Seat belts must be worn when in any team vehicle. § No alcoholic beverages or drugs may be consumed in van or rental vehicle. § No cell phones are to be used and no texting allowed while driving van or rental vehicle unless in an urgent situation. Be alert at all times. § UAA staff or graduate assistant manager/trainer must not drive vehicle if under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
ATHLETICS AID – SCHOLARSHIP RENEWALS
Scholarship Renewals 1. Head coaches meet with each scholarship student-athlete in their sport before the end of the spring semester. 2. During this meeting, each student-athlete is informed of the status of their athletic scholarship for the next year, the amount they will receive if renewed, or the reason for not being renewed. All student-athletes must sign a processing form for the following year. 3. The Compliance Office prepares a scholarship renewal letter for each student-athlete who will receive an athletic scholarship for the next year.
41 4. As early as possible, the head coach is asked to make a list of all student-athletes who have completed their eligibility or who will be graduating. a. This list helps insure that a letter is sent to each student-athlete who has eligibility remaining. b. A copy of the list is sent to the Student Financial Affairs Office. 5. Original renewal letters are sent to the Director of Student Financial Affairs for signature and approval. 6. Signed original renewal letters are returned to the Compliance Office for mailing to student-athletes and disbursement of copies before July 1.
Scholarship Non-Renewals & Reductions 1. If a scholarship will not be renewed or will be reduced, the head coach must receive approval in advance from the Athletic Director or designee. The coach must then notify the student-athlete in writing and state the reason for non-renewal. A copy of this letter must be provided to the Athletic Director. 2. The Associate Athletic Director for the sport will notify the Director of Student Financial Affairs of all non-renewals and the reason for the non-renewal. 3. The Director of Financial Affairs will notify the student-athlete via certified mail of the non-renewal. This letter will contain information regarding the financial aid appeals process. 4. The Student Financial Affairs Committee hears all aid related appeals for University of Florida students including student-athletes.
42 NCAA RULES COMPLIANCE
The UAA is charged with following the rules and regulations set forth by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). 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.
• 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.
We believe that making you aware of NCAA rules and asking your assistance to ensure that they are being followed is the best way to achieve our goals at the University of Florida. Failure to comply with NCAA rules can result in severe ramifications for yourself as well as the University of Florida.
Should a student-athlete have specific questions regarding NCAA rules and regulations, please contact either Jamie McCloskey or Kim Green in the Compliance Office at 375-4683 ext. 6022 or access the compliance website at http://www.floridagators.com/sports/2015/12/10/_compliance_.aspx. You can now follow us on Twitter @GatorCompliance
REMEMBER…ASK BEFORE YOU ACT!
The following resources are available in the Compliance Office:
• 2017-2018 NCAA Division I Manual • 2017-2018 Southeastern Conference Manual • Fall/Spring Semester Student-Athlete Compliance Newsletter
RULES GOVERNING EMPLOYMENT
The University Athletic Association has established policies and procedures regarding student-athletes being employed during the academic year as well as during the summer. NCAA rules require institutions to monitor employment earnings of student-athletes. Student-athletes may be employed during the academic year on or off campus and they must submit a form via the Compliance Office’s reporting system prior to their employment.
A student-athlete may be paid only for work actually performed and at a rate of pay equal to the going rate in that area. Be sure to speak with the Coordinator of Career Development about employment opportunities during the summer as well as during the academic year.
RULES GOVERNING EXTRA BENEFITS
An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or a representative of the institution's athletics interests to provide a student-athlete
43 or the student-athlete's relative or friend a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation.
You MAY NOT:
1. Accept professional services (i.e., doctor, dentist, lawyer, etc.) at a reduced rate or at no charge that is not available to the general public. 2. Receive a fee for speaking engagements. You may receive actual and necessary travel expenses when speaking to educational or charitable groups.* 3. Receive cash loans from representatives of athletics interests. 4. Receive free use of a vehicle. We have procedures in place to monitor your use of a vehicle. If the status of your vehicle changes at any time during the course of the year, please notify the compliance office immediately. 5. Receive a free or reduced rate for off-campus housing. We have procedures in place to monitor off-campus housing. If you move at any time during the course of the year, please notify the compliance office immediately. 6. Receive cash or anything of value in exchange for complimentary admissions. 7. Receive free or reduced admission to events, night clubs, or any paid event 8. Receive cash or anything of value (i.e. clothing, tattoos, food, scooters) in exchange for gear or individual/team awards.
*Note: All speaking engagements must be approved in advance through the Goodwill Gator Program.
AMATEURISM
A student-athlete loses amateur status and thus shall not be eligible for intercollegiate competition in a particular sport if the individual:
• Uses his or her athletics skill (directly or indirectly) for pay in any form in that sport; • Accepts a promise of pay even if such pay is to be received following completion of intercollegiate athletics participation; • Signs a contract or commitment of any kind to play professional athletics regardless of its legal enforceability or any consideration received; • Receives, directly or indirectly, a salary, reimbursement of expenses or any other form of financial assistance from a professional sports organization based upon athletics skill or participation, except as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations; • Competes on any professional athletics team, even if no pay or remuneration for expenses was received; • Subsequent to initial full-time collegiate enrollment, enters into a professional draft (except football and basketball); • Enters in to an agreement with an agent.
Student-athletes are not allowed to receive any payment based on individual or team performance or given on an incentive basis that exceeds actual and necessary expenses.
44 Make sure you check with your head coach and the Compliance Office before entering any outside tournaments.
PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Student-athlete promotional activities must follow NCAA guidelines. Student- athletes shall not be eligible for participation in intercollegiate athletics if the individual accepts any remuneration for or permits the use of his or her name or picture to advertise, recommend or promote directly the sale or use of a commercial product or service of any kind.
If a student-athlete’s name or picture appears on commercial items (e.g., t- shirts, playing cards, posters, photographs) or is used to promote a commercial product without the student-athlete’s knowledge or permission, the student- athlete and the institution are required to take steps to stop such an activity in order to retain the student-athlete’s eligibility.
Charitable, educational, and non-profit activities in which student-athletes are simply considered volunteers are coordinated through the Goodwill Gator Program. However, any charitable, educational, and non-profit activities in which the student-athlete’s name, image, or likeness will be used to promote the event must be approved by the prior to the event by the Compliance Office.
For more information, please contact the Compliance Office at (352) 375-4683 ext. 6022.
TRANSFERS
A student-athlete requesting permission to contact another institution about transferring may continue to receive academic support for the remainder of that term. Access to all other support services will be granted at the discretion of the head coach, medical services director and sport administrator.
Student-Athlete at Florida Requests Permission to Contact Another Institution
1. When Compliance is notified that a UF student-athlete is requesting permission to contact another institution for the purpose of transferring, Compliance will contact the head coach for approval. Once a student- athlete makes a written request, a decision must be made and communicated to the student-athlete within seven (7) business days of the request. Failure to do so grants the student-athlete permission.
2. If the coach approves the request, Compliance will send a letter to the AD at the other institution granting permission for that institution to contact the student-athlete. A copy of the letter is provided to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, the Associate Athletic Director for that sport, and the head coach.
3. If the head coach does not approve the request, Compliance will then notify the Associate Athletic Director for that sport that the request was not approved. The Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance will arrange a meeting with the AD, the Associate Athletic Director for that sport, and
45 the coach to review the reasons for denial. If the group decides not to grant permission, the student-athlete and the institution will be notified of the decision. In addition, the student-athlete will be notified of a hearing opportunity.
4. A hearing will be held within 15 business days of receipt of a written request for a hearing by the student-athlete. The student-athlete and representatives of the athletics department will attend the hearing and will have the opportunity to present information and documentation to the committee. The committee that hears the case will include the FAR and the Chair of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee. The chair of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee will serve as chair of the committee that hears the case. The committee will render a decision and provide the student-athlete and the Athletic Department with a written statement.
Student-Athlete at Florida Requests Permission to Utilize the One-Time Transfer Exception at Another Institution
A student-athlete requesting permission to utilize the one-time transfer exception may continue to receive academic support for the remainder of that term. Access to all other support services will be granted at the discretion of the head coach, medical services director and sport administrator.
When a student-athlete makes a request in writing to utilize the one-time transfer exception, several factors are considered, included earning APR eligibility points. The Compliance Office will respond to a student-athlete’s request within seven business days. If the request is denied, the student-athlete will be notified of a hearing opportunity.
If requested in writing, a hearing will be held within 15 business days of receipt of a written request for a hearing by the student-athlete. The student-athlete and representatives of the athletics department will attend the hearing and will have the opportunity to present information and documentation to the committee. The committee that hears the case will include the Faculty Athletic Representative and the Chair of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee. The chair of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee will serve as chair of the committee that hears the case. The committee will render a decision and provide the student-athlete and the Athletic Department with a written statement.
PLAYING AND PRACTICE SEASONS
Coaches are required to give student-athletes one day off each week during the declared playing season and two days off each week when out-of-season. No countable or required athletically related activities are permitted on a day off. A Time Management Plan will be created through a collaborative process involving student-athletes, coaches, and athletics department staff members.
• A student-athlete at the University of Florida must be enrolled in what is considered to be a full-time program of studies to be eligible to practice and compete.
46 • A student-athlete who drops below what is considered full-time enrollment is not eligible for practice, competition, complimentary admissions or to receive gifts from tournaments or bowls.
Playing and Practice Season Limits. The NCAA has established daily and weekly hour limitations for practice and competition in all sports. Coaches must submit monitoring forms with regard to countable athletically related activities to the Compliance Office. Should you have questions about these limitations, please ask your coach or the Compliance Office.
SEASONS OF COMPETITION
Medical Exemption. If a student-athlete sustains an injury or illness that prevents the student-athlete from competing in intercollegiate athletics, the institution may submit a request to the SEC for a medical exemption. If the request for a medical exemption is granted the aid that the student-athlete receives would not be counted in team limits.
Red Shirt and Medical Hardship. A red shirt season is defined as one during which a student-athlete does not participate in any outside competition for an institution. Student-athletes are charged with a loss of a season of competition when the student-athlete:
• Represents the institution in any contest against outside competition, regardless of how the competition is classified (e.g. scrimmage or exhibition).
• Competes in the uniform of the institution, or during the academic year, utilizes any apparel or equipment received from the institution for the competition.
• Competes and receives expenses (e.g., transportation, meals, room or entry fees) from the institution for the competition.
Should a student-athlete become injured and should the injury result in incapacity to compete for the remainder of the season, the institution may apply for a medical hardship providing the following conditions are met:
• The incapacitating injury or illness occurs in one of the four seasons of intercollegiate competition; and • The injury or illness occurs prior to the first competition of the second half of the playing season that concludes with the NCAA championship in that sport and results in incapacity to compete for the remainder of that playing season; and • The injury and illness occurs before the student-athlete has participated in more than three events or 30 percent (whichever number is greater) of the institution's completed events in his or her sport.
RULES GOVERNING GAMBLING
Student-athletes, coaches and employees of the University Athletic Association may not provide information to individuals involved in any type of organized gambling concerning sporting events. In addition, student-athletes, coaches and
47 employees of the University Athletic Association may not solicit or accept any wager on any intercollegiate or professional athletics contest.
Gambling. Student-athletes, coaches and staff may not, under NCAA Bylaw 10.3, participate in gambling activities. The following activities must be avoided as it may render a student-athlete ineligible or result in severe disciplinary action for the student-athlete or the University of Florida.
• Providing information to individuals involved in organized gambling activities concerning intercollegiate athletics competition • Soliciting a bet on any intercollegiate team • Accepting a bet on any team representing the institution • Soliciting or accepting a bet on any intercollegiate competition for any item (e.g., cash, shirt, dinner) that has tangible value • Participating in any gambling activity that involves intercollegiate athletics or professional athletics, through a bookmaker, a parlay card or any other method employed by organized gambling
The following activities are violations of federal law and can result in a fine, imprisonment or both.
• It is a federal offense to influence or attempt to influence in any way, a sporting contest by bribery. This statute covers not only the outright "throwing" of contests but also "point shaving" and not only to the maker of the bribe, but also the recipient of the bribe. • It is a federal offense to make use of interstate facilities, including the telephone or mail, for the placing of illegal bets. • A violation may result in a fine up to $10,000 or imprisonment up to five (5) years or both.
RULES GOVERNING ATHLETE AGENTS A student-athlete (any individual who currently participates in or who may be eligible in the future to participate in intercollegiate sport) may not agree verbally or in writing to be represented by an athlete agent in the present or in the future for the purpose of marketing the student-athlete’s ability or reputation. If the student-athlete enters into such an agreement, the student-athlete is ineligible for intercollegiate competition.
The term “agent” includes actual agents, runners (individuals who befriend student-athletes and frequently distribute impermissible benefits) and financial advisors. Any person who practices as an athlete agent in this State of Florida must be licensed. An athlete agent may send written materials provided that the agent simultaneously sends an identical copy of materials to the Compliance Office.
A student-athlete may not accept transportation or any other benefits from an athlete agent or runner. This rule also applies to the student-athlete’s family, relatives and friends.
48 PROFESSIONAL SPORTS COUNSELING PANEL
The Professional Sports Counseling Panel is a free service provided to all student-athletes and parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of student-athletes at the University of Florida.
The Professional Sports Counseling Panel is authorized by the NCAA and its members are appointed by the President of the University of Florida. Members of the Professional Sports Counseling Panel provide valuable information and provide unlimited assistance to student-athletes and their families in evaluating and interviewing prospective agents and their representatives.
The Professional Sports Counseling Panel is made up of five members and is charged with the responsibility of helping student-athletes and their families make the transition from college-level play to the professional ranks.
The Professional Sports Counseling Panel can assist in the following ways: • Advise a student-athlete about a future professional career;
• Assist a student-athlete with arrangements for securing a loan for the purpose of purchasing insurance against a disabling injury or illness and with arrangements for purchasing such insurance;
• Review a proposed professional sports contract;
• Assist the student-athlete in the selection of an agent by participating with the student-athlete in interviews of agents, by reviewing written information agents send to the student-athlete and by having direct communication with those individuals who can comment about the abilities of an agent (e.g., other agents, a professional league’s players’ association); and
• Visit with player agents or representatives to assist the student-athlete in determining his or her market value (e.g., potential salary, draft status).
TITLE IX AND GENDER EQUITY
Title IX became law as part of the 1972 Education Amendment Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender at educational institutions that are recipients of federal funds. In 1984 every state of Florida educational institution was directed to maintain a Title IX committee on their campus to conduct an annual self-study. The committee reviews the status of female student-athletes within the University Athletic Association in all areas addressed by Title IX. The committee meets with student-athletes, coaches, and staff to assess the Athletic Association’s compliance with Title IX.
The University Athletic Association supports, abides, and complies with the mission and objectives of Title IX legislation in all facets of its operation and administration and with the Florida statutes relative to Title IX and Gender Equity.
49 STUDENT CONDUCT
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Preamble: In adopting this Honor Code, the students of the University of Florida recognize that academic honesty and integrity are fundamental values of the University community. Students who enroll in UF commit to holding themselves and their peers to the high standard of honor required by the Honor Code. Any individual who becomes aware of a violation of the Honor Code is bound by honor to take corrective action. Student and faculty support are crucial to the success of the Honor Code. The quality of a University of Florida education is dependent upon the community acceptance and enforcement of the Honor Code.
The Honor Pledge: We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity by abiding the Honor Code. On all work submitted for credit by students at the University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: “On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment.” The student conduct code can be reviewed in its entirety at: www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/honorcodes/conductcode.php.
VIOLATIONS OF UF STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
A student shall not commit a violation of the Student Conduct Code. Disciplinary action may be imposed for violations of the Student Conduct Code occurring at any of the following locations or activities: A. University campus; B. Housing of any University of Florida organization or group, including but not limited to fraternity and sorority property; C. Activities officially approved by the University of Florida or which are sponsored or conducted by University groups and organizations (merely notifying the University community of an activity or opportunity does not make it a University or University group or organization approved, sponsored or conducted activity); and D. Other off-campus conduct as set forth: 1. When a student violates a municipal or county ordinance or violates state or federal law or a foreign country’s law by an offense committed off the university campus and which is not associated with a University activity or program, the conduct authority of the University will not be used merely to duplicate the penalty imposed for such an act under applicable ordinances and laws. 2. The University may take conduct action against a student for off- campus conduct if it is required by law to do so, if the conduct arises from University activities, or if the conduct poses a significant threat to the safety or security of the University community, or if the conduct poses a significant threat of undermining the University’s educational process.
NCAA ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
The NCAA and the UAA expect student-athletes to act with honesty and integrity in all academic matters. Academic misconduct includes any violation or breach of an institutional policy regarding academic honesty or integrity (e.g., academic offense, academic honor code violation, plagiarism, academic fraud). 50
A student-athlete shall not be involved in: a) Academic misconduct involving a current or former institutional staff member or representative of athletics interests; b) Academic misconduct, without the involvement of a current or former institutional staff member or representative of athletics interests, that results in: 1) An erroneous declaration of eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete subsequently competes for the institution while ineligible; 2) An erroneous declaration of eligibility to receive financial aid and the student-athlete subsequently receives financial aid while ineligible; or 3) The erroneous awarding of an Academic Progress Rate point; or
(c) Academic misconduct involving the alteration or falsification of a student athlete's transcript or academic record.
Therefore, student-athletes must adhere to the University of Florida Honor Code in order to maintain their eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletic competition.
The following are violations of the UF Student Honor Code:
1. Plagiarism. A student shall not represent as the student’s own work all or any portion of the work of another. Plagiarism includes but is not limited to: Quoting oral or written materials including but not limited to those found on the internet, whether published or unpublished, without proper attribution. Submitting a document or assignment which in whole or in part is identical or substantially identical to a document or assignment not authored by the student.
2. Unauthorized Use of Materials or Resources (“Cheating”). A student shall not use unauthorized materials or resources in an academic activity. Unauthorized materials or resources shall include: any paper or project authored by the student and presented by the student for the satisfaction of any academic requirement if the student previously submitted substantially the same paper or project to satisfy another academic requirement and did not receive express authorization from the instructor to resubmit or simultaneously submit the paper or project. Any materials or resources prepared by another student and used without the other student’s express consent or without proper attribution to the other student. Any materials or resources which the faculty member has notified the student or the class are prohibited. Use of a cheat sheet when not authorized to do so or use of any other resources or materials during an examination, quiz, or other academic activity without the express permission of the faculty member, whether access to such resource or materials is through a cell phone, PDA, other electronic device, or any other means.
3. Prohibited Collaboration or Consultation. A student shall not collaborate or consult with another person on any academic activity unless the student has the express authorization from the faculty member. Prohibited collaboration or consultation shall include but is not limited to: collaborating when not authorized to do so on an examination, take-home test, writing project, assignment, or course work. Collaborating or consulting in any other academic or co-curricular activity after receiving notice that such conduct is prohibited. Looking at another student’s examination or quiz during the time an examination or quiz is given. Communication by any means during that time, including but not limited to communication through text messaging, telephone, e-mail, other writing or 51 verbally, is prohibited unless expressly authorized. It is the responsibility of the student to seek clarification on whether or not use of materials or collaboration or consultation with another person is authorized prior to engaging in any act of such use, collaboration or consultation. If a faculty member has authorized a student to use materials or to collaborate or consult with another person in limited circumstances, the student shall not exceed that authority. If the student wishes to use any materials or collaborate or consult with another person in circumstances to which the authority does not plainly extend, the student shall first ascertain with the faculty member whether the use of materials, collaboration or consultation is authorized.
4. False or Misleading Statement Relating to a Student Honor Code Violation. In reporting an alleged Student Honor Code violation, a student shall not intentionally or in bad faith make a false or misleading statement. During the course of a Student Honor Code proceeding, or on final appeal following such a proceeding, a student shall not at any time make a false or misleading statement to any person charged with investigating or deciding the responsibility of the accused, reviewing a finding of responsibility, or determining or reviewing the appropriateness of the sanction or sanctions to be recommended or imposed.
5. False or Misleading Statement for the Purpose of Procuring an Academic Advantage. A student shall not intentionally or in bad faith make a false or misleading statement for the purpose of procuring from the person to whom the statement is made an academic advantage for any student.
6. Use of Fabricated or Falsified Information. A student shall not use or present invented or fabricated information, falsified research, or other finding if the student knows or in the exercise of ordinary care should be aware that the information, research, or other finding has been fabricated or falsified.
7. Interference with or Sabotage of Academic Activity. A student shall not do any act or take any material for the purpose of interfering with or sabotaging an academic activity. Sabotage includes, but is not limited to: Removing, concealing, damaging, destroying, or stealing materials or resources that are necessary to complete or to perform the academic activity; tampering with another student’s work; stealing from another student materials or resources for the purpose of interfering with the other student’s successful completion or performance of the academic activity or of enhancing the offending student’s own completion or performance.
8. Unauthorized Taking or Receipt of Materials or Resources to Gain an Academic Advantage. A student shall not without express authorization take or receive materials or resources from a faculty member for the purpose of gaining academic advantage.
9. Bribery. A student shall not offer, give, receive, or solicit a bribe of money, materials, goods, services or anything of value for the purpose of procuring or providing an academic advantage.
10. Submission of Paper or Academic Work Purchased or Obtained from an Outside Source. A student shall not submit as his or her own work a paper or other academic work in any form that was purchased or otherwise obtained from an outside source. An outside source includes but is not limited to a commercial vendor of research papers, a file of research papers or tests maintained by a student organization or other body or person, or any other source of papers or of academic work. 52 11. Conspiracy to Commit Academic Dishonesty. A student shall not conspire with any other person to commit an act that violates the Student Honor Code.
12. Causing Physical or Other Harm to any Person. Conduct causing physical injury or endangering another’s health or safety, which includes, but is not limited to, acts of physical violence, assault, and relationship or domestic violence. Actions causing physical injury or that actually cause (and would cause a reasonable person) severe emotional distress, or endangering one’s own health or safety. Also refer to University of Florida Regulation 4.036.
13. Sexual Assault and Sexual Misconduct. Sexual assault: any sexual act or attempt to engage in any sexual act with another person without the consent of the other person or in circumstances in which the person is unable, due to age, disability, or alcohol/chemical or other impairment, to give consent. Sexual misconduct: any intentional intimate touching of another without the consent of the other person or in circumstances in which the person is unable, due to age, disability, or alcohol/chemical or other impairment, to give consent. It is the responsibility of the person initiating sexual activity to make sure the other person is capable of consenting to that activity. Consent is given by an affirmative verbal response or acts that are unmistakable in their meaning. Consent to one form of sexual activity does not mean consent is given to another type of activity.
14. Harassment. Harassment or threats: verbal or written threats, coercion or any other conduct that by design, intent or recklessness places another individual in reasonable fear of physical harm through words or actions directed at that person, or creates a hostile environment in which others are unable reasonably to conduct or participate in work, education, research, living, or other activities, including but not limited to stalking, cyber-stalking, and racial harassment. Sexual harassment: unwelcome sexual advances, requests for favors, and/or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or status in a university activity, or submission to, or rejection of, such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment or decisions affecting such individual’s employment or status in a University activity, or such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive employment or academic environment; or such conduct is otherwise unlawful.
15. Obscene Behavior. Conduct or behavior that the student knows or should know is reasonably likely to be considered obscene under the standards of the local community. Such behavior includes but is not limited to public exposure of one’s own sexual organs and voyeurism, including but not limited to video voyeurism. Video voyeurism means recording, or using, disclosing or distributing a recording of others in a location or situation where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy (including, but not limited to, a residence hall room, locker room, or bathroom), without knowledge and consent of all individuals involved.
16. Hazing. Any action or situation that recklessly, by design, or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for any purpose including but not limited to initiation or admission into or affiliation with any student group or organization. In such an instance, hazing occurs if an individual or group: causes or attempts to cause physical injury or other harm to a student including but not limited to emotional distress, or engages in any conduct which presents a threat to the student’s health or safety, which shall include but not be 53 limited to any brutality of a physical nature, such as whipping, beating, branding, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of any food, alcohol, drug, or other substance, or other forced physical activity that could adversely affect the physical or physical and mental health or safety of the student, and any activity that would subject the student to extreme mental stress, such as sleep deprivation, forced sexual conduct, and forced exclusion from social contact. Engages in an action or activity which has a tendency to or which is intended to demean, disgrace, humiliate, or degrade a student, which shall include but not be limited to, forced conduct that could result in extreme embarrassment, or other forced activity that could adversely affect the mental health or dignity of the student. Conduct that by design, intent or recklessness causes a student to be unable reasonably to pursue, or interferes with or attempts to interfere with a student’s academic schedule or performance; or causes, induces, pressures, coerces, or requires a student to violate the law or to violate any provision of University of Florida regulations.
17. Firearms or Other Weapons Violations. Possession, use, sale, or distribution of any firearm, ammunition, weapon or similar device not explicitly permitted under University of Florida Regulation 2.001. Prohibited devices include, but are not limited to, stun guns, pellet guns, BB guns, paintball guns, slingshots, archery equipment, any dangerous chemical or biological agent, or any object or material, including but not limited to knives, capable of causing, and used by the offending person to cause, or to threaten physical harm.
18. Fire Safety Violations. Causing a fire or explosion: conduct that causes or attempts to cause a fire or explosion, or falsely reporting a fire, explosion, or an explosive device. Tampering with fire safety equipment, or failure to evacuate during a fire alarm on the University campus, University facility or at any University activity. Possession and/or use of fireworks, including but not limited to sparklers, or explosives of any kind on the University campus, at a University facility or at any University activity.
19. Drug Violations. Use, possession, manufacturing, distribution, or sale of marijuana, heroin, narcotics, or any other controlled substance which is prohibited by law. Intentionally or recklessly inhaling or ingesting substances (e.g., nitrous oxide, glue, paint, etc.) that will alter a student’s mental state is also prohibited. Use of a prescription drug if the prescription was not issued to the student, or the distribution or sale of a prescription drug to a person to whom the prescription was not originally issued. Possession of drug paraphernalia including but not limited to bongs or glass pipes.
20. Alcohol Beverages Violations. Under-age possession or consumption. Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by a student before his or her twenty-first birthday. Appearing at a University activity or on the University campus in a state of intoxication. Driving under the influence of alcohol or other substance: operation of a motor vehicle while impaired or with a blood alcohol or breath alcohol level at or above the applicable legal limit (which is .08 or above as of July 1, 2008). Distribution or sale of an alcoholic beverage to any person before his or her twenty-first birthday. Possession of common source containers. Unless explicitly approved by the Division of Student Affairs for a particular occasion, possession or use of kegs, mini kegs, beer balls or other common source containers of alcoholic beverages such as trash cans, tubs or similar containers of alcohol, when such possession or use occurs on campus, in the housing of any University of Florida organization or group, or in connection with a University activity. Excessive rapid consumption, regardless of age of those involved, facilitating, arranging, or participating in any extreme alcohol 54 consumption activity that constitutes, facilitates, or encourages competitive, rapid or excessive consumption of alcohol when such activity occurs on campus, in the housing of any University of Florida organization or group, or in connection with a University activity. Examples of such prohibited extreme activities include, without limitation, keg standing, alcohol luges, and drinking games. Any other violation of the Alcoholic Beverages Regulation, University of Florida Regulation 2.019.
21. Conduct Disruptive to the University Community. Conduct that is disruptive to the University’s educational objectives, to its operations, or to its officials, staff, and faculty in the performance of their work, or to any other aspect of its mission. Disruptive conduct includes, but is not limited to: disruption of a University activity – in accordance with First Amendment speech rights within a designated public forum, when the University chooses to open its campus for such an event that is open to the public for speech, disruption by an attendee who is not staffing or acting on behalf of the University at the event does not include the use of rude or offensive language alone, if it is spoken at the designated time and place by a person whose turn it is to speak under the event’s protocol. Members of the University community are encouraged to communicate effectively. This is often (but not always) fostered by respectful conduct and speech. However, the language used by the featured speaker or an attendee at such an open public event is a personal choice, pursuant to First Amendment speech rights within designated public fora. This provision does not protect speech that, alone or in combination with any conduct, is obscene or constitutes or is likely to provoke or incite violence, an unsafe condition, an illegal action, or conduct that violates another provision of the University’s regulations. Graduation and other University ceremonies, class or curricular activities, and other activities that do not constitute designated public fora (where the University does not intend to open a public forum for free public speech) are not covered by this paragraph. Disruption of a class or curricular activity: classroom or other academic workplace behavior that interferes with either (a) the instructor’s authority or ability to conduct the class or (b) the ability of other students to benefit from the instructional program. Any other violation of University of Florida Regulation 1.008. Violation of the Campus Demonstration Regulation, University of Florida Regulation 2.002. Conduct which is disorderly or a breach of the peace under law.
22. Misuse or Unauthorized Possession or Use of Public or Private Property. Theft: taking or unauthorized use or possession of public or private property or unauthorized use or acquisition of services. Destroying, damaging, or littering of any property. Conduct that destroys, damages, or litters any property of the University or any property of an individual or group. Misuse of identification card: misuse of the identification number or card issued to a student through alteration, forgery or duplication, or through use of an identification card that has not been issued to the user. 23. Misuse or Unauthorized Use of University Computer Resources. Any action without authorization from the University that does, or causes a person to, access, use, modify, destroy, disclose or take data, programs or supporting documentation residing in or relating in any way to a University of Florida computer, computer system or computer network or causes the denial of computer system services to an authorized user of such system. A violation of copyright law including but not limited to unauthorized downloading or facilitating others to download copyrighted music and films without authorization. Any other violation of the Policies on Information Technology, University of Florida Regulation 1.0102 or any policy referenced through that regulation. The 55 use of the University’s computer resources to violate any law or University regulation or Board of Governors’ regulation.
24. Unauthorized Entry to University Facilities. Unauthorized access or entry to University property, buildings, structures or facilities or the residence facilities or property of any member of the University community. Unauthorized possession, duplication or use of keys or access cards for any such property.
25. Furnishing False Information. Furnishing false or misleading information to the University or to any University official. This includes but is not limited to forging documents or other data, or omitting facts which are material to the purpose for which the information is submitted.
26. Invasion of Privacy and Unauthorized Electronic or Digital Recording. Making, using, disclosing, or distributing a recording of a person in a location or situation in which that person has a reasonable expectation of privacy and is unaware of the recording or does not consent to it; and any other conduct that constitutes an invasion of the privacy of another person under applicable law or University regulation. Such conduct includes, without limitation, unauthorized recording of personal conversations, images, meetings, or activities. Unauthorized recording of a class or of organizational or University meetings, and any use, disclosure, or distribution of any such recording. To obtain the required authorization, the student or student organization must obtain express authority from the University official, faculty member, student organization, University personnel, or other University representative in charge of the class, meeting, or activity. A student or student organization accused of violating this section has the burden of showing such express authority. It shall not be a violation of this provision to make any recording authorized by the Florida Sunshine Law or any other law or University regulation. Any notice, consent, or other requirement under applicable law and/or University regulation must be fulfilled in connection with authorizing, making, using, disclosing or distributing any recording. Refer also to University Regulation 1.006(4) which governs all University personnel including students.
27. Violation of University Policy. Violation of any regulation or policy of the University of Florida, the Florida Board of Governors, or the State of Florida. Applicable policies include but are not limited to the University of Florida Department of Housing and Residence Education Community Standards, available in the Department of Housing and Residence Education, and the Gator Fan’s Code of Conduct, available at the University Athletic Association.
28. Violation of Law. Violation of any municipal or county ordinance, any law, regulation, or requirement of the State of Florida, the United States or, when in another state or country, that state or country. Such violation includes but is not limited to urination in public, electronic stalking, and any other violation of law, regulation or governmental requirement.
29. Obstruction of the University Conduct Process. Interference with or obstruction of the student conduct process, including without limitation failure to appear at a hearing, failure to testify at a hearing, violating and/or failure to complete conduct sanctions.
30. Failure to Comply with Directive. Failure to comply with a directive of law enforcement or a University official.
56 31. Complicity in Violating the Student Conduct Code. Attempting, aiding, encouraging, facilitating, abetting, conspiring, hiring, or being an accessory to any act prohibited by this code. This violation is included in each other violation and need not be separately cited in a charge. Intoxication or impairment because of alcohol, drugs, chemicals or other substances is not a defense to a violation of the Student Honor Code or Student Conduct Code.
STUDENT HEARING
In the event a student is charged with a violation of the Student Honor Code or Student Conduct Code, which, if proven, would not warrant a penalty in excess of two (2) semesters probation or a failing grade in the opinion of the Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution or designee, and the student does not waive his or her right to a hearing before the appropriate administrator or hearing body as provided in this regulation, the hearing may be held before the chairperson of the appropriate committee, the Assistant Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, or the Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution rather than before the full committee panel provided that the accused student does not object in writing to such person hearing the matter. The objection must be given to the Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution on or before the deadline in the notice to the student.
JUDICIAL APPEALS
Appeals to the Director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, Dean of Students and the Vice President for Student Affairs (hereinafter "reviewing authority"), as set forth above, must be filed in writing and filed with the reviewing authority within ten (10) business days from the date of the decision letter. In addition, contact must be made with the reviewing authority within ten (10) business days from the date of the decision letter for the purpose of scheduling an appointment, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by the student and the reviewing authority. The actual appointment must be scheduled within ten (10) business days of filing the appeal unless otherwise approved by the reviewing authority. If the student fails to appear for the appointment, the reviewing authority will make a decision based on the written material.
MEDICAL AMNESTY POLICY
The University of Florida encourages a living and learning environment that promotes the health and safety of all members of the UF community. Drug or alcohol consumption—including excessive consumption, consumption of a dangerous substance, or consumption by someone with sensitivity—can cause serious physical and neurological harm or be life-threatening. As such, students are encouraged to make responsible decisions and to seek medical attention in serious or life-threatening situations that result from alcohol and/or other drug abuse; students are also encouraged to seek help for any situation where medical treatment is reasonably believed to be appropriate. If a student is so intoxicated s/he is unable to be awakened, letting that person "sleep it off" is not a reasonable alternative to getting him/her the necessary medical help. Students may be hesitant to seek help in such emergencies because of fear of potential conduct and disciplinary consequences for themselves, the person in need of medical attention, or the organization hosting the event where the situation occurs.
If medical attention is required, students should immediately contact professional medical personnel (911). A (1) student who seeks emergency assistance on 57 behalf of him- or her- self, another student, or a friend experiencing an alcohol and/or other drug related emergency, as well as (2) the individual in distress will not be subject to disciplinary action nor mandatory alcohol and other drug sanctions under the UF Student Code of Conduct.
COST OF CRIME
Your college career will offer you a world of opportunity. It will also allow you to make decisions on your own. Your decisions can have consequences. Please review the following:
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in the State of Florida Offense Fine Suspension of License 1st Conviction $250-$500 License Suspended up to 1 year 2nd Conviction $1,000-$4,000 License Suspended up to 5 years 3rd Conviction $2,000-$5,000 License Suspended up to 10 years 4th Conviction $2,000 License Suspended for Life
DUI: Possible Punishment Offense Punishment 1st Conviction 50 hours of Community Service Up to 6 Months of imprisonment 2nd Conviction Up to 9 months of imprisonment 3rd Conviction Up to 12 months of imprisonment 4th Conviction Up to 5 years imprisonment
Other Hidden Costs of DUI (estimates) Attorney Fees $500-$2,000 or greater Towing Fees $150 Insurance Rates can rise 3-6 times your current rate Court Costs $450 Treatment program $400
Underage Drinking It is unlawful to possess alcoholic beverages if you are under 21 year of age. The maximum penalty is 60 days in jail or a $500 fine and court costs.
Fake ID’s It is unlawful to possess a forged, stolen, borrowed, fictitious counterfeit, or unlawfully used Florida Driver’s License or State issued ID Card. Penalties can amount to 5 years in jail or $5,000 fine and revocation of your license.
UAA DUI POLICY
In the event a student athlete is arrested and charged with DUI, driving under the influence, an automatic penalty will be assessed by the UAA. The minimum penalty will be suspension from competition for 15% of the sport season. In this instance, the sport season only includes regular or post-season competition. Exhibition games or competitions in the non-traditional season will not count toward the fulfillment of the suspension. This is a UAA policy and separate from any findings or actions of the office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.
The suspension will begin immediately, and will not be postponed until resolution by the court. Only games for which a student is eligible to compete will be counted toward fulfilling the suspension. The suspension will be delayed for 58 student athletes that are redshirting, injured and seeking a medical hardship or otherwise not available for competition until such time as the student athlete is able to fully participate. Even after completion of the suspension, student athletes will not be available to compete unless they have made significant progress toward completing any court-mandated activities (e.g., community service, educational program).
The UAA Substance Abuse Committee, the head coach and/or the Athletic Director may impose additional penalties for the arrest or conviction on DUI charges. Other factors such as multiple arrests, DUI felony charges or Manslaughter/Vehicular Homicide charges will be grounds for the application of additional penalties, including loss of scholarship and removal from the team. The UAA Substance Abuse Committee, the head coach and/or the Athletic Director have broad discretion when determining penalties that are in addition to the mandated minimum suspension. The Athletic Director, at his/her sole discretion, may impose the automatic minimum suspension or other penalties for any violation of the law or University Policy involving drugs or alcohol.
Appeals of the minimum suspension may be made by the student athlete to the UAA Substance Abuse Committee only after the case has been fully adjudicated. In the event the DUI charge is dropped, the UAA Substance Abuse Committee may reinstate the student athlete prior to the completion of the 15% suspension. The reduction of the original DUI charge to reckless driving or some other lesser charge alone will not be grounds for a reduction of the 15% suspension. In considering the appeal, the Committee may take into account any information they believe relevant to determining the student’s standing within the Athletic Association. The determination of the UAA Substance Abuse Committee will be final, and no other appeals will be granted to the student athlete.
UAA CODE OF CONDUCT
Understanding that student-athletes are at all times representatives of the University and the Athletic Association, a higher standard of conduct will apply. In addition to being responsible and respectful of oneself and others, the following principles have been established to guide student-athlete behavior. Failure to comply with this code of conduct could result in your suspension from competition, cancellation of financial aid, denial of awards (e.g. annual awards, post season awards) and other benefits. The Athletics Director reserves the right to impose other sanctions deemed appropriate. - Adhere to all local, state and federal laws. - Adhere to UF and UAA sexual conduct/harassment policy. - Adhere to all NCAA and SEC rules and regulations and report all violations to the UAA Compliance office. - Adhere to the University of Florida Student Conduct Code and Honor Code. - No Hazing – this is a violation of UF, UAA Policy and State of Florida law. - Adhere to the UF recruiting guidelines/policies. - Adhere to the UF and UAA substance Abuse Policy. - No drinking of alcoholic beverages when hosting prospective student-athletes. - No fake ID’s or falsifying any government or university document. - Operation of any motorized vehicle (including scooters) under the influence of alcohol will not be tolerated. - No drinking of alcoholic beverages on road trips when representing the University. - Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship at all athletic events. - No tobacco use (smoking, chewing, dipping, etc.) in UAA facilities or when representing the University. 59 - No involvement in any type of gambling activities. - No posting of pictures, comments or information that violate the law, University of Florida, Florida Board of Governors or UAA Policies.
RESPECT FOR WOMEN – WHAT NOT TO DO
Some behaviors, whether purposeful or unintentional, may be unwelcome, offensive, harmful, or even illegal.
Some examples of unacceptable behavior are: • Suggestive or inappropriate communications, notes, letters, e-mail or other written materials • Sexual innuendo and unwanted comments or remarks about a person’s clothing, body or activities • Suggestive or insulting sounds, e.g. whistling, grunting • Unwelcome sexual propositions or invitations for sexual activity • Implied or overt sexual threats, e.g. blocking doorways or cornering women • Suggestive or obscene gestures • Unsolicited physical contact of any kind • Pressuring or coercing others to engage in sexual activity • Sexual assault • Use of any physical, psychological or sexual means to control and/or demean women
UAA SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES
As a student-athlete at the University of Florida, you are constantly being examined by the fans, the media and the UF Community (including your instructors). In addition, there are NCAA rules regarding social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Vimeo. Due to these concerns, please think twice about what you post. It is important to keep in mind both good decision making and NCAA rules regarding social media. Once you post information it becomes public and there is little the UAA can do to protect your image and the image of the University of Florida. Any information posted on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Vimeo may viewed later even after it has been deleted. Remember, whatever you post is a reflection of yourself, your team, and the University of Florida. As a student-athlete you are expected to represent the university in a positive manner. We suggest you use social media responsibly by taking the following actions:
1. Think twice before you post 2. Choose your friends wisely! Never accept a friend request from someone you have not met or do not know. 3. Update your privacy settings. Select the option allowing only your friends the ability to view your profile. 4. Control photographs. Do not post inappropriate photos. If a friend has uploaded an inappropriate photo, immediately “untag” yourself and ask the friend to remove the photograph in question. The UAA wants to protect all student-athletes without limiting their freedom. 5. Do not post any disrespectful or demeaning content
A good rule of thumb is to not post anything that you would be embarrassed about if your parents or relatives saw it in the next day on a billboard.
The NCAA also has rules regarding social media and prospects. Please remember to limit your communication with recruits to private channels (e.g., 60 Facebook message, Twitter direct message) as opposed to posting information that is available to the public (e.g., Facebook wall, Twitter mention, etc.) For example, you may NOT post on a friend’s/recruit’s wall or twitter page, “Excited for your official visit this weekend!” This would be against NCAA rules. Also, please keep in mind that you may not participate in communication with prospects at the direction of any coaches or staff members. If you have any questions regarding Facebook or Twitter, please do not hesitate to contact the Compliance Office.
61 SPORTS HEALTH DEPARTMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The University Athletic Association Sports Health Department is committed to providing our student-athletes with the most innovative and highest quality health care accessible to enhance their athletic performance and improve their overall well being while ensuring that their best interest is our top priority.
The Sports -Health Department provides comprehensive medical care for athletic related illnesses and injuries. This care is subject to NCAA, SEC, and University Athletic Association rules and within the limitations of the Athletic Association’s insurance policies.
The Sports Health Department operates eleven athletic training facilities to meet the athletes’ needs. The four main athletic training facilities are: 1. Chris Patrick Athletic Training Facility (in the South End Zone) 2. Gale Lemerand Athletic Center (GLAC) Athletic Training Facility 3. Basketball Practice Complex Athletic Training Facility 4. Baseball Complex Athletic Training Facility
Satellite athletic training facilities are also available to handle routine athletic training needs and treatments. The satellite facility hours vary according to each sport’s season. The satellite athletic training facilities are: 1. Softball Athletic Training Facility 2. Ring Tennis Complex Athletic Training Facility 3. The O’Connell Center (East) Athletic Training Facility 4. The O’Connell Center (West) Athletic Training Facility 5. Lacrosse/Soccer Athletic Training Facility 6. Indoor Football Practice Field Athletic Training Facility 7. Gymnastics Studio Athletic Training Facility
Your Rights as a University of Florida Student-Athlete As a University of Florida student-athlete being treated by a member of the Sports Health Department, you have the right to: - Considerate and respectful treatment and care. - Complete and current information regarding your condition, treatment, - rehabilitation, and prognosis, all in terms and language you can understand. - Participation in the planning of your medical treatment and rehabilitation program. - In accordance with HIPPA guidelines, all personal and medical information will remain confidential. - Expect the Sports Health staff to make a reasonable response to your requests. - Expect continuity of care.
Expectations of the Student-Athlete In order to achieve the objective of quality medical care, each student-athlete has a responsibility to: - Be honest and direct with the Sports Health staff caring for you. - Report all injuries and illnesses immediately. - Follow the treatment and rehabilitation plan prescribed. It is your responsibility to advise the Sports health staff if there is any problem or reason why you cannot follow the plan.
62 - Report at scheduled time to the athletic training facility daily for treatment until you are cleared by the Sports Health staff. - Report any change in condition to the Sports Health staff. - Understand your health problem, the treatment, and rehabilitation program to your satisfaction. If you do not understand any part of your program, ASK!!!!!
PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAM
An individual may not become a member of a University Athletic Association team without submitting to a urine drug test, completing a comprehensive physical examination and receiving medical clearance from our designated team physicians. The final clearance to participate lies with the athletic director, athletic trainers and team physicians.
INSURANCE
In accordance with NCAA rules, the UAA is permitted to cover a student-athlete’s medical treatment related to injuries or illnesses sustained while participating in the practice/play of intercollegiate sports.
All student-athletes are REQUIRED to maintain major medical health insurance coverage in order to tryout and/or participate with a team. Proof of insurance must be provided prior to the pre-participation physical exam. Coverage must be current and adequate to cover care and treatment of personal injuries or illnesses that occur outside of practice or competition in their sport.
If you do not have personal health insurance, the University of Florida offers a comprehensive student insurance plan. Information on where to purchase that insurance is available on the UF Student Health Care Center website at http://www.shcc.ufl.edu/insurance.shtml. If you are having financial difficulties with securing insurance coverage, please do not risk being uninsured. Instead, please contact the Insurance Coordinator at (352) 692- 6141 for assistance, as we may be able to help.
Our role is to provide excess coverage above and beyond your primary coverage for injuries sustained while participating in the practice/play of intercollegiate sports. This means we pay for medical expenses only after taking into consideration those amounts payable under any other group plan that the student-athlete is covered by (i.e. family health insurance policy). We do not have the option of waiving this provision.
The UAA is not liable for any expenses resulting from personal injuries or illnesses that occur outside of practice or competition of the student-athlete’s sport. Prior to participation in off-season conditioning and/or formal practice (whichever comes first), the student-athlete is required each year to provide proof of current insurance. Should your insurance information change at any time throughout the year, the student-athlete is required to inform the UAA insurance coordinator or athletic trainer of those changes. A student-athlete may be prohibited from participating in their sport until proof of insurance is verified. New signees arriving in the Summer B semester that fail to provide proof of insurance will have the campus insurance purchased for them at their expense.
Should you receive any medical bills at home related to your practice/play medical treatment, please be sure to forward those bills to your athletic
63 trainer. Failure to bring any bills to our attention may result in the medical provider initiating collection actions against you personally.
Dental Care All athletic related dental injuries must be reported to your athletic trainer when they occur so that immediate care can be provided and payment can be made. The UAA is not liable for general dental care (i.e. cleaning, cavities, etc.).
Pre-Existing Conditions Failure to report pre-existing problems releases the University Athletic Association from any liability in the event of aggravation or worsening of the initial injury.
ATHLETIC TRAINERS
Student-athletes seeking medical treatment for an injury or illness are to report to their assigned athletic training facility for initial physical assessments by an athletic trainer. If further treatment is required, you will be given a referral form to be presented at the Student Health Care Center (Infirmary) or another appropriate medical care facility. Student-athletes should not go to health care facilities on their own (except in the case of an actual emergency).
TREATMENT OF INJURED/ILL STUDENT-ATHLETES
It is the student-athlete’s responsibility to report for treatment or illness. If the athlete is sick, they must report to the athletic training facility first thing in the morning! If the student-athlete fails to report to treatment, it is then assumed that he/she is ready for practice as designated by the coach.
Outside Medical Consultations If a student-athlete consults with an outside healthcare provider without the written approval (referral form) of the University Athletic Association Sports Health Staff, he/she will be responsible for all charges related to the visit. If the student-athlete and/or parents/guardians want outside consultation or further evaluation than felt necessary by our team physicians, they are free to do so at their own expense.
In the event one of our team physicians or one of our regular medical consultants wants further evaluation/consultation from a source outside our approved Medical Consultant List and/or outside of the Gainesville area the referral must be approved by the Medical Advisory Committee and the Compliance office prior to the appointment being made. If the case is approved, then arrangements are made through the UAA for the athlete to be seen.
Note: Under no circumstance will NCAA Compliance regulations not be followed. Also, the University of Florida Team Physician are the final authority in regard to status of play, regardless of another physician’s opinion.
Class Excuses for Injury/Illness In the event that a student-athlete feels he/she must miss a class due to injury or illness, he/she must report to the athletic training facility prior to the class period for evaluation. At this time, it will be at the discretion of the athletic trainer as to whether the condition warrants a class excuse.
64 Transportation to Class or Medical Appointments If you have a lower body injury and are non-weight bearing, the Athletic Training staff, the Hawkins Center staff and/or the Gator Lift, will help you get to and from class on time. If you have transportation of your own, you may on occasion be asked to get yourself to and from medical appointments, due to conflict with the athletic training facility vehicles.
Contacts/Eyeglasses The University Athletic Association will provide one annual eye exam as needed, as long as the athlete is enrolled in classes. The University Athletic Association will purchase contacts and/or glasses if medically necessary to participate in official practice, competition or academic coursework. The student-athlete is responsible for all contact solutions. Damaged glasses will be the responsibility of the student-athlete unless damage occurs during an official practice or competition. Lost glasses will be the responsibility of the student-athlete.
EMERGENCY/AFTER HOURS MEDICAL PROCEDURES
During times when the athletic training facilities are closed and staff athletic trainers cannot be located; student-athletes are to utilize any of the following depending on the circumstances: Student Health Care Center 352-392-1161 UF Health at UF Emergency Room 352-265-0050 CareSpot Immediate Care @ Ayers 352-240-8000 UF Health OrthoCare After Hours 352-273-7929 It is the responsibility of the student athlete to notify or have the emergency room personnel call the student-athlete’s team athletic trainer as soon as possible and indicate why the student-athlete is at the facility. If the team athletic trainer is unavailable, the student athlete should attempt to contact another staff athletic trainer to inform them of the situation. This notification process aids in communication and it also helps the athletic training staff to see that proper steps for payment, as allowed by NCAA regulations, are followed. In the event that a student-athlete must be admitted to a medical facility for an overnight stay, the athletic trainer assigned to your sport and/or the team physician will notify your parents. Upon leaving the hospital, a member of the Sports Health staff will pick you up from the facility at the time of discharge. In the event that you desire to be picked up by someone else, it must be arranged through the athletic training facilities.
CONCUSSIONS: STUDENT-ATHLETE RESPONSIBILITY
What is a CONCUSSION? A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head, face or elsewhere on the body with a force transmitted to the head. Concussions can result from hitting a hard surface such as the ground or floor, from players colliding with each other or from being hit by a ball, bat or other sporting equipment.
Facts about CONCUSSION 1. A concussion is a serious brain injury 2. Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness or other obvious signs 3. Concussions can occur from blows to the body as well as to the head 4. Concussions can occur in any sport 5. Athletes can still get a concussion even if they are wearing a helmet 6. Recognition and proper response to concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death
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Signs and Symptoms of CONCUSSION include 1. Headache or “pressure” in head 2. Nausea or vomiting 3. Balance problems or dizziness 4. Double or blurry vision 5. Sensitivity to light and /or noise 6. Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy or groggy 7. Concentration or memory problems 8. Confusion 9. Sensation that one does not “feel right”
Why knowing you have a CONCUSSION is important Most concussions resolve but some concussions can lead to chronic symptoms such as headache, decreased memory, sleeping problems or personality change. Rest, avoiding another blow to the head and following the advice of your medical staff are critical in helping you recover as fast and as safely as possible. Sustaining another concussion prior to recovery from the first increases your chance of long term symptoms. There have been reports of death with a second concussion in younger athletes. It is very important for you to report any concussion symptoms as described above to your athletic trainer or team physicians at the time of injury. This includes alerting the medical staff to symptoms in your teammates if you notice these.
Student Athlete Responsibility Student-Athletes are responsible for reporting all injuries and illnesses to the University of Florida Athletic Association Medical Staff (athletic trainers and team physicians) including any signs and symptoms of CONCUSSION. Student- Athletes should inform the supervising athletic trainer or team physician immediately if they experience any of these symptoms or witness a teammate with these symptoms.
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION
When the student-athlete is prescribed medication, the following procedure must be followed. Prescriptions should be filled at a UAA designated pharmacy. Student-athletes must have a referral from the athletic training facility, along with the prescription, to have it filled. Each time a prescription and/or a refill is to be picked up, the athlete must have a referral.
The University Athletic Association will not be financially responsible for medications for non-athletic related injuries or illnesses. If you are injured or ill, do not assume that the condition is the same as someone else’s. DO NOT SHARE MEDICATIONS! If you have any questions regarding your medication, ask a member of the Sports Health staff.
RELEASE OF MEDICAL INFORMATION
In accordance with HIPPA guidelines, all personal and medical information is confidential. The Sports Health staff will release information to pro scouts, etc., only after the student-athlete has read and signed a release agreement. Injury status reports given to the press will come from the head coach or supervising athletic trainer of that sport, through the Sports Information Department.
66 MEDICAL CARE STATEMENT (POST-ELIGIBILITY CARE)
The University Athletic Association and the University of Florida are committed to providing quality medical care to its student-athletes. The UAA/UF will provide necessary, reasonable and customary medical care for athletic-related injuries/illnesses as permissible under the rules of the NCAA. The UAA/UF is responsible for the provision and payment of necessary, reasonable and customary medical care only while you are a student-athlete at the University of Florida. This care will continue until the end of your collegiate athletic eligibility or cessation of enrollment, whichever comes first. When your intercollegiate eligibility ends or your enrollment ceases, the UAA/UF is no longer responsible for providing payment of your medical care. Exceptions to this policy may be considered by the Medical Advisory Committee.
Exit Physical Exams Upon the end of a student-athlete’s career (see definition below) with the University Athletic Association all athletes have fourteen days to report to their team athletic trainer to complete an exit physical form. When completing this form, the student-athlete and/or the athletic trainer may request an examination by a team physician to determine the status of an athlete with previous or current injuries. If surgery or further treatment of an athletic related injury is required, it must be performed as soon as possible once team eligibility has expired. No procedure will be paid for unless coordinated through the UAA Sports Health Department and/or the Medical Advisory Committee. The UAA Sports Health Department will not be responsible for any injury or condition that is not documented in the athlete’s permanent medical file. The end of a student athlete’s career is defined as the date of their last competition, end of their eligibility, release from team, or the athlete quits the team.
NUTRITION SERVICES
Proper nutrition habits are an integral part of optimal athletic performance and health status. The UAA employs four full-time sports dieticians; they are all Registered Dietitians and specialize in Sports Nutrition. With an office in the Hawkins Center, the sports dieticians are centrally located They also spend time weekly on the practice fields/courts, in the athletic training facilities, and in the weight rooms to assure accessibility to student-athletes. They are available Monday through Friday for individual counseling sessions and informal walk-in consultations.
Student-athletes are encouraged to consult with the Sports Nutrition Office about any nutrition-related inquiries. A sports dietician will provide the student with an optimal individualized meal plan, specific to their goals, position, and sport. Popular topics to discuss include, but are in no way limited to: body composition, eating disorders/disordered eating, injury rehabilitation nutrition, meal timing, appropriate dining hall and restaurant meals, nutritional supplements, nutritional strategies for improving training and performance, weight loss, weight gain, and weight maintenance, . Team Physicians, Athletic Trainers, Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Team Coaches, and others refer student-athletes to the Sport Nutrition Office for a variety of reasons. Critical information is communicated between the Sports Nutrition staff and Sports Health staff.
Making an Appointment All freshmen and transfer athletes will have an initial consultation scheduled with the Sports Nutrition Office at the time of their pre-participation physical exam.
67 In addition, student-athletes may request that their athletic trainer schedule an appointment with a Sports Nutrition staff member at any time. Athletic trainers will also schedule appointments for athletes referred by a team physician, those with specific nutritional needs, and those with abnormal nutrition-related lab values, as reported during physicals and other evaluations. Student-athletes are welcome to schedule with the Sports Nutrition Office directly by calling, emailing, texting, or visiting the office.
Team Education The Sports Nutrition Office also provides group education to student-athletes using a variety of different media. This includes team lectures and workshops (including cooking demos and grocery store tours), bulletin boards, newsletters, pamphlets, and other media. Gator Corner Dining Facility, which houses the UAA training table, is used as a popular location for different nutrition education opportunities.
Nutritional Supplements Definition of Nutritional Supplement: any product (pill, tablet, powder, liquid, beverage, etc.) designed to supplement the diet and including one or more of the following ingredients: vitamins, minerals, herbs or botanicals, amino acids, calorie boosters, or a concentrate, metabolite, constituent, extract, or combination of these ingredients.
Student-athletes must practice great caution in the use of nutritional supplements (beverages, bars, shakes, powder mixes, vitamins & minerals, herbals, etc.). Student-athletes are bombarded with a wide selection of supplements available for purchase and many of these contain substances specifically banned by the NCAA that may be detected through drug testing. Others may not be safe. Student-athletes should be aware that supplement regulation is not tightly controlled by the US government. Thus, it is very possible for a dietary supplement to contain ingredients in different amounts than listed on their labels or even to contain ingredients not listed on their labels. Student-athletes are required to have any supplements they wish to purchase on their own approved in writing by a UAA sports dietician.
UAA POLICY ON NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
The UAA Policy on Nutritional Supplements was established for the following reasons: 1. An immense number of nutritional supplements are marketed to athletes; some may be beneficial and others may be harmful.
2. The NCAA and other sport governing bodies regulating our athletes (ex: FINA, USADA) consider many ingredients in nutritional supplements banned. Some ingredients may cause positive drug tests.
3. Nutritional supplements are loosely regulated in the United States. Product labels may not be dependable in terms of ingredients and product claims. There is a risk of impurity and/or contamination when using nutritional supplements.
4. There is a potential for certain nutritional supplements to interact negatively with other supplements and/or medications. Thus, the medical staff needs to be aware of which supplements athletes are taking.
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5. The NCAA has guidelines (passed in 2000) as to which supplements are permissible and impermissible for athletic departments to provide for athletes.
Nutritional Supplements Purchased By Athletes Independently: Athletes are not permitted to take any nutritional supplements other than those provided by the UAA without written approval from a UAA Sports Dietician. Athletes will sign the supplement wavier each year to this effect. Athletes must notify their Sports Dietician and/or Athletic Trainers of any supplements they are taking. Athletes are encouraged to notify their strength & conditioning coaches.
Athletes who would like to take supplements independently must notify their sports dietician of the name of the supplement and the brand name. The Sports Nutritionist submits the name to REC at www.drugfreesport.com/rec/default.asp. When a response is generated, the sports dietician will notify the athlete of the response and will record the results in the athletes’ nutrition file: 1) It is ok to take 2) It is take at your own risk 3) It is not safe and not allowed
The Sports Nutrition Office updates a safe supplement list each semester (See Supplement Recommendations) utilized by the nutrition staff to guide student athletes to select safe brands of supplements if they inquire. The list of safe supplements is formulated off of third party testing companies: NSF, US Pharmacopeia, Informed Choice and BSCG. This list is available for other staff to access as well.
Nutritional Supplements Provided by the UAA: Any supplement provided for athletes by the UAA must be approved and ordered/purchased by the UAA Sports Nutrition Office. Additional professional resources will be consulted when necessary. Upon approval, athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coaches should be made aware of all supplements being used by athletes on their respective teams.
Please keep NCAA Bylaw 16.5.2.2 in mind when considering supplements. The following list of PERMISSIBLE and IMPERMISSIBLE supplements was established by the NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports in July, 2002.
Permissible Vitamins and Minerals Energy bars Calorie-replacement drinks Electrolyte-replacement drinks (none of these may contain more than 30% protein)
Impermissible Amino acids (including amino acid chelates) Chondroitin* Chrysin CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) Creatine/compounds containing creatine Garcinia Cambogia (Hydroxycitric Acid) Ginkgo Biloba
69 Ginseng Glucosamine* Glutathione Glycerol ** Green tea HMB (Hydroxy-methylbutyrate) Melatonin MSM (Methylsulfonyl Methane) Protein powders St. John's Wort Tribulus Weight-gainers Yohimbe
* It is permissible for an institution to provide glucosamine and/or chondroitin to a student-athlete for medical purposes, provided such substances are provided by a licensed medical doctor to treat a specific, diagnosed medical condition (as opposed to prescribing them for preventive reasons).
** Glycerine or glycerol as a binding ingredient in a supplement product is permissible. Applying Bylaw 16.5.2.g
NCAA Banned Substances The NCAA list of banned-drug classes is subject to change by the NCAA Executive Committee. A complete list of NCAA banned substances under NCAA Bylaw 31.2.3.1 is available from the Sports Nutrition Office. NCAA Educational Services posts a current list at http://www1.ncaa.org/membership/ed_outreach/health-safety/index.html for your review at any time. No substance belonging to the prohibited class may be used, regardless of whether it is specifically listed as an example. If you have any questions regarding nutritional or dietary supplements please consult with a UAA sports dietician immediately.
Training Table The Training Table was created to provide nutritionally appropriate dinners for student-athletes. Located in the back of Gator Corner Dining Facility, the Training Table operates Monday-Thursday from 5:00-8:00pm. The Sports Nutrition Office designs menus for the Training Table and works with food service management to insure appropriate cooking techniques and product choices that exceed those used for regular dining hall meals. Student-athletes must have their own Gator 1 Card with them to be scanned for entrance into Gator Corner.
Competition Meals Great attention is paid to student-athletes' nutritional needs before, during, and after competition. Many teams provide pre-game and post-game meals for athletes; these meals are planned to fulfill athletes' specific nutrient needs. For some competitions, student-athletes are provided with cash per diem. This money should be used to purchase the best possible food and beverage options with regard to competition. The Sports Nutrition Office can provide guidance for food selections during competition trips.
70 NCAA POLICY ON USE OF TOBACCO
The NCAA prohibits the use of tobacco products by student-athletes, coaches, and staff in all sports during practice and competition.
UAA POLICY ON JEWELRY
Jewelry, by definition, includes all forms of body piercing and other ornamentation that could cause injury to the wearer or other participants. Tongue studs of any material are prohibited in all sports during practice and competition. This includes any activity related to the athlete’s training, conditioning, individual instructions, etc.
No visible jewelry may be worn in any competition or practice in the following sports: Baseball Basketball Cheerleaders/dazzlers – Exception: one stud earring in each ear Football Gymnastics – Exception: one stud earring in each ear Lacrosse Soccer Softball Track and Field – Exception: one stud earring in each ear and a wrist watch Volleyball
In all other sports, jewelry may be worn that poses no danger to the student- athlete or opponent. This applies to the following sports: Golf, Tennis, Swimming & Diving
Other piercings, e.g., nipple rings, belly rings/bars, etc. are discouraged. If present, they must be removed or taped over to prevent snagging and to decrease shearing forces that can result in laceration and/or infections. The Athletic Association will not cover any complications that occur as a result of the use of jewelry in any area.
UAA FEMALE STUDENT-ATHLETE PERFORMANCE AND BODY COMPOSITION POLICY & PROCEDURES
The UAA Sports Health and Strength & Conditioning Departments feel that protecting the health and safety, and improving the performance of our student- athletes is our top priority. Input from coaches is crucial when developing performance and body composition goals for student-athletes. However, it is of the upmost priority that these goals are communicated in a clear, positive, supportive manner that also holds the athlete accountable for their results.
Female Student Athletes (no identified risk factors) Athletes with no apparent risk factors for eating disorders or disordered eating that need to make changes in their body composition will be handled in the following manner: 1. Head coaches should identify female student-athletes that need to make changes in their body composition in order to improve performance. 2. They should notify their athletic trainer of their list of athletes of concern. 3. The athletic trainer will notify members of the female student-athlete performance team of the head coach’s concerns. Members of the 71 performance team include: the athletic trainer, the strength and conditioning coach, and the dietician. 4. The athletic trainer will notify the student-athlete of the upcoming meeting with the performance team, and coordinate an initial mental health consultation. This will help to identify any underlying issues that may hinder that athlete’s ability to succeed under the guidance of the performance team. 5. The performance team, with input from the head coach, will meet with the student-athlete to set performance goals related to changes in body composition. These goals will be both short and long term and will be very specific regarding expected changes. This meeting will take place within one week of the coach identifying the student-athlete(s) to the athletic trainer. 6. The athlete and head coach will receive a written copy of the established goals. The athlete will be told that these goals will be communicated to the head coach and that the head coach will be informed of progress (positive or negative) that the student-athlete is making towards achieving these goals. Updates on progress will be communicated to the head coach every two weeks. 7. The performance team will require the athlete to undergo an initial mental health consultation (as described in step #4) and evaluation by the assigned team physician. This will help to identify any underlying issues that may hinder that athlete’s progress toward outlined performance goals. If disordered eating, an eating disorder or any other mental health condition is discovered in an athlete that has not previously been flagged, the head coach will be notified and they will be handled as outlined in the section below.
Head Coach’s Role Head Coaches should notify their athletic trainer immediately of any female student-athlete that they feel would benefit from changes in their body composition. Coaches should expect that these student-athletes will meet with the Performance Team within a timely fashion. Coaches should expect to be given both verbal and written follow-up from that meeting and any subsequent meetings regarding goals that have been set for the student-athlete. The head coach will be informed if the student-athlete is not making progress towards established goals within four weeks of initial performance team meeting. At this time, it is appropriate for the head coach to have a one on one meeting in a private setting with the student-athlete regarding their goals and performance. This conversation should be directed at how the lack of progress is negatively affecting their sport performance. (i.e., increases in timed events, lack of kick at the end of a race, not being able to perform skills that used to come easy to them, lack of speed or endurance during competition, can’t jump as high, loss of first step quickness, etc.) Following this one on one meeting with the student- athlete the coach should communicate back to their athletic trainer any new or relevant information that would assist the performance team in helping this athlete achieve the outlined goals.
Female Student Athletes (with identified risk factors/red flags) Student-athletes will be screened during their pre-participation and returner physical exam for risk factors related to eating disorders and disordered eating. The following criteria will be utilized for this assessment: • Self-reported medical history • Completion of the Female Athlete Screening Tool (FAST) • Low Body Mass Index
72 Keep in mind that these are screening tools and that a thorough history and examination by a team physician and mental health provider will be utilized for final determination of status.
Head Coach’s Role Head Coaches and support staff will be notified of Red Flag student-athletes but specific information related to mental health status will not be communicated. When student-athletes are placed in this at-risk category, specific comments from coaches related to weight and body composition are not allowed. This type of concern/communication from a coach needs to be directed to the athletic trainer who will relay the concerns to the primary care physician and/or mental health provider directing this student-athlete’s medical care.
Frequency of Testing All freshmen will have an initial body composition assessment done within two weeks of their entrance physical. Body composition testing will not be performed more than every 8 weeks. Due to the random error of testing (+/- 3% in total body fat) more frequent testing may lead to misinformation and therefore the wrong training plan for the athlete. In sports that request or require frequent body composition assessment, the head coach should meet with the performance team at the beginning of the year to predetermine when these assessments will take place.
Education Coaches of female sports, Sports Health, Strength & Conditioning, and Hawkins Center will attend educational training to increase awareness and understanding of the risk factors leading to unhealthy weight management behaviors. This presentation will be taped for viewing by staff that cannot attend the training, or that are hired after the training has taken place.
Methods of Testing Body Composition Currently these are the options we have available to our student-athletes at University of Florida. The team physicians and dieticians will make determinations as to which method is most appropriate for each team and/or student-athlete.
• Calipers o Measures body composition using skin fold thickness in 7 sites of the body. Use of Jackson-Pollock equations to calculate body fat and lean mass. o Measurement of Error: 4-5% o Factors that can affect results: § Exercising prior to pinching § Being pinched by a different person every time alters consistency § Hydration; being dehydrated can affect skin thickness as well • Ultrasound o Uses same technology as regular ultrasound to measure body composition. It can measure anywhere from 1 to 9 sites and give site specific lean mass and body fat measurements, as well as an overall calculated percent body fat and lean mass. o Standard of Error: 1-2% o Factors that can affect results:
73 § Nothing noted except trained technician in order to ensure accuracy • DXA o Very low dose radiation is used to measure bone density and lean body mass. Utilizing these numbers body fat is calculated. o Measurement of Error: 1-2% o Factors that can affect results: § Correct patient positioning (technicians must be trained on DEXA) § Scanner calibration § Variations in soft tissue composition within the X- Ray Beam
NOTE: At a minimum this policy will be re-evaluated and revised on an annual basis. Input will be gathered from coaches, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, dieticians, team physicians, mental health professionals, and UAA administration when evaluating and revising the effectiveness of the policy.
UAA SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY (EDUCATION AND TESTING)
The University Athletic Association (the UAA) is concerned about drug and alcohol abuse. The abuse of chemical substances (including diuretics and masking agents) is not permitted. This includes the misuse of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, and the use of androgenic anabolic steroids, alcohol, drugs that are not medically indicated and illegal drugs. These pose a serious threat to the growth, development and overall physical and mental well-being of our student-athletes.
The UAA is concerned that direct drug side effects (e.g., the drug may cause a heart attack if used during training) may cause serious injury to student-athletes and, in team sports, to their teammates and opponents. It is our philosophy and policy to help student-athletes to understand the significant risk of using illicit drugs, prescription medications, over-the- counter drugs inappropriately, and nutritional supplements when participating in the University’s athletic programs. The University Athletic Association is also concerned about overuse or abuse of alcohol. In order to address these concerns, the Substance Abuse Committee has been established. The University President appoints the Committee whose purpose is to provide substance abuse education and establish, conduct, and oversee drug testing procedures.
PROBLEMATIC DRUG USE AND DRUG ABUSE
The University Athletic Association does not approve of, excuse, or condone the use and/or abuse of illegal drugs by student-athletes. The use of such drugs can (1) cause harm to the individual; (2) affect athletic performance; (3) negatively affect the performance of the team; and (4) put the individual and members of the individual’s team in danger. The use of drugs can, among other things, lead to problems in many areas of one’s life: poor academic performance; poor athletic performance; relationship problems, etc. Some signs of problematic drug use include: lack of motivation (especially with marijuana), not going to class regularly, agitation or nervousness, short temper, difficulty with sleep, loss of appetite, violence, loss of friendships, decline in grades or athletic performance. Another sign of problematic drug use is the need to use the drug
74 on a frequent or regular basis and/or not being able to do without it. Such “addiction” may be due to physical reasons, psychological reasons, or both.
Student-athletes who abuse drugs often do not fit the stereotype of an “addict.” However, such student-athletes, even if not addicted, have likely experienced or will experience problems in their lives due to drug use. It is important for student-athletes to know the signs of problematic drug use, and realize that the use of illegal drugs or the abuse of any drug is considered a violation of the UAA drug policy.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE EDUCATION
Education is the most valuable tool in the life long prevention of substance abuse. The University Athletic Association and the Substance Abuse Committee are committed to informing student-athletes on this issue. Examples include:
1. All UF students are required to complete an online alcohol and substance abuse course. In addition, alcohol and substance abuse issues are part of the student-athlete freshman seminar curriculum.
2. Arranging speakers and seminars for coaches and staff in order for them to be more familiar with areas of drug abuse, such as how to identify someone that might have an issue, how to help an abuser, and the risks of drug abuse.
3. Programs provided for student-athletes, such as educational and motivational speakers that will provide the necessary information to enable student-athletes to make decisions that will support a healthy lifestyle.
4. Disseminating information and materials available from NCAA, campus, and community resources on the topic of drugs, including alcohol and tobacco, as well as materials related to general health and well-being.
5. Providing opportunities for student-athletes to discuss health, legal, and ethical risks of alcohol and other drug use during freshman orientation and preseason meetings. Providing opportunities for review and input by the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
6. Communicating with independent committees on campus dealing with substance abuse.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMITTEE
The Substance Abuse Committee is responsible for implementing the drug testing policies. The Committee works together with the coaches, staff, and student-athletes to make any revisions to the policy.
The Substance Abuse Committee is appointed by the President of the University of Florida and is made up of University of Florida faculty and staff plus personnel from the University Athletic Association. The majority of voting members on the Committee must be from the university faculty and staff. Terms of service and authority of the Committee are determined by the President of the University of Florida.
75 DRUG TESTING
This program is required of all student-athletes (scholarship and non-scholarship) and spirit squad members. All student-athletes and cheerleaders are required to participate in the UAA drug testing program as long as they are associated with the University Athletic Association. The UAA does not have a safe-harbor policy. Student-athletes may not, at any time, opt out of drug testing. The Committee Chair may, in consultation with counseling professionals, suspend drug testing for a student-athlete that is undergoing significant (e.g.; in-patient or intensive out-patient therapy) drug and alcohol treatment. Testing will be reinstated at the point the student athlete completes such treatment.
INITIAL DRUG TEST
Freshmen and transfer student-athletes will have one initial drug test (urinalysis) at their pre-participation physical. Incoming student-athletes may be informed by mail of this initial test. There will be no sanctions for a positive test except for required meetings with members of the Substance Abuse Committee and a mental health counselor for education and evaluation. The counselor will decide when to release the student-athlete from required counseling sessions. Parents of the student-athlete will be notified.
DRUG TESTING PROCEDURE
Testing will be conducted throughout the year (in season, out-of-season, and in the summer).
1. Random individual test. Student-athletes’ names are randomly selected. Each student receives a card indicating that he/she will be tested at the particular day and time noted on the card.
2. Team testing. A team may be tested at any time without notice.
3. Testing for reasonable suspicion. A coach, athletic trainer, or administrator may request an individual or team test with or without notice when there is reasonable suspicion.
In the case of individual testing, an Associate Athletic Director completes the notification cards for each student-athlete and delivers them to the head coach or their designee to be distributed to student-athletes.
The technology used for drug screening and confirmation is specified on each sample’s report. The specimen is first analyzed for the presence of any drugs that are a part of the panels of drugs listed in this policy. Positive results are reported to the Assistant Athletics Director/Sports Health only after confirmation by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry.
Specific gravity testing will be completed at the time of collection. If an adequate sample has not been obtained, student-athletes will be required to submit additional specimens until a sufficiently concentrated sample is collected. Student-athletes unwilling or unable to provide an adequate sample within eight hours of the initial test will be considered to have tested positive for a banned substance.
76 Any urine sample submitted to the lab for testing with a specific gravity of less than 1.006 and/or a creatinine of less than or equal to 20 mg/dL will be subjected to a more sensitive screening and confirmation test to determine the presence of prohibited drugs.
The testing site is typically the Gator Room. This site is open from 5:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. to allow reporting without interfering with classes or other scheduled activities. Note that testing may occur at different locations and at any time. Each student-athlete must produce an adequate volume of urine to perform the test.
Failure to show up, being late, or not giving a sufficient (concentration or volume) sample, will be treated as a positive test result, and the individual may receive sanctions and penalties at the discretion of the Committee.
To ensure validity, each specimen will be obtained under direct observation by appropriately trained collection personnel. Security of the specimen (chain of custody) will be implemented from the moment the student-athlete signs-in until final completion of analysis of the specimen at the laboratory. Positive results, whether they are positive urine tests or no-shows/no-voids, are communicated from the Assistant Athletics Director/Sports Health, to the Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee, the Substance Abuse Committee, and the Director of Athletics.
In the event a student-athlete’s sample is positive for alcohol or a banned substance, or is not in compliance with collection procedures, a letter will be sent notifying the student-athlete of the specific issue and informing them of a meeting with the Substance Abuse Committee. In any and all cases, the individual must appear before the Substance Abuse Committee for the purpose of answering questions and presenting additional information. The student- athlete may request the presence of his/her Coach. After the meeting between the student-athlete and the Substance Abuse Committee, the student-athlete will be placed in Phase I, II, III, or IV and notified of such by letter. In cases such as no-shows, no-voids, or positive tests for medications with extenuating circumstances, the Substance Abuse Committee members may or may not place the student-athlete in a penalty Phase (l, II, III, or IV). In any case, the Committee may require more frequent future testing.
COUNSELING
Counseling, provided by mental health professionals, may be required for each student-athlete who has a positive drug test. Counseling is coordinated by the Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee and continues until the counselor releases the student-athlete. Failure to attend could result in further loss of competitions or other additional sanctions.
Under no circumstances will the counselor release information without prior consent of the student-athlete. The counselor only reports to the Substance Abuse Committee if the student-athlete does not attend the counseling sessions. Counseling is available to any student-athlete who feels it would be beneficial.
77 APPEAL PROCESS
If a student-athlete believes the facts upon which the Substance Abuse Committee's decision is based are erroneous or that the sanction(s) (including coach-imposed sanctions) should not be imposed, the student-athlete may file a written appeal with the Director of Athletics within 15 days after receipt of the letter from the Chair of the Committee notifying the student-athlete of the Committee's action. The appeal may include only new information not previously available, which might have changed the factual findings of the Committee or the sanction(s). The Director of Athletics will review the information submitted by the student-athlete. If the Director of Athletics believes a basis exists for the appeal, he may request the Committee reconsider its sanction(s). The Director of Athletics shall make the final decision regarding the appeal and will notify the student-athlete in writing of the decision.
In cases where a student-athlete is deemed to have a positive drug test and such test results in sanctions affecting his or her ability to compete, and the student-athlete is scheduled to engage in competition before a determination can be made by the Substance Abuse Committee or the conclusion of any appeal under the standard review and appeal procedures, the student-athlete will be suspended from that competition pending a final decision. Time permitting, the student-athlete can request an expedited meeting of the Substance Abuse Committee and an expedited appeal to the Director of Athletics. The appeal must include any information which might change the factual findings of the Committee or the determination of sanctions. By selecting the expedited process, the student-athlete waives the right to the standard review and appeal procedures. Under the expedited process, the Committee will meet, by telephone if not in person, and in consultation with the Director of Athletics will render a decision before the competition. If the Committee is unable to meet or the Director of Athletics cannot render a decision before the competition, the student-athlete will not be permitted to participate in the competition.
PENALTIES/REQUIREMENTS WHEN FAILING TO PASS A DRUG TEST
The Substance Abuse Committee believes that it is in the best interest of student-athletes to follow these policies and adhere to the rules outlined regarding drug use. However, in those cases where individuals engage in drug behaviors that violate the rules set forth, it is important that there is a clear understanding of the potential consequences. These are outlined in the following section, which describes the procedures that will be implemented when a student-athlete is placed in Phase I, II, III, or IV. Please note that Phases I, II and III apply to positive test(s) for marijuana at the 5 ng/mL or higher concentration or synthetic marijuana at any concentration. The first positive for other drugs, with the exception of alcohol, over-the- counter medication, or prescription medication, will place the student- athlete in Phase IV. The attached chart summarizes the penalties for positive tests. If a student-athlete has a positive marijuana test(s) between 1 and 4 ng/mL or a positive test for ephedrine below 10,000 ng/mL, there will be sanctions applied, but they do not include missing competitions.
“A positive is a positive.” Defenses such as passive inhalation, being in the company of people who are smoking marijuana, or someone putting something in a drink will not be accepted by the Committee. It is not the role of the Substance Abuse Committee to determine how a substance entered a student- athlete’s system. If a student-athlete is positive for a prescription medicine, it
78 may be considered a positive, unless the student-athlete has a doctor’s prescription in his or her own name. The Committee will determine sanctions for a positive test for prescription medication on a case-by-case basis in light of information provided by the student-athlete.
The Committee recommends to all student-athletes that they be careful of their association with people that are involved with drug use.
The Committee may recommend reduction of sanctions. In such cases, the Committee would consider all relevant factors including the length of time between positive tests, the student’s response to the previous positive test(s), response and consistency in attending counseling, devotion to academics, and time given to Goodwill Gators or other community service projects. The Committee would consider reducing the sanctions only in cases where, in the Committee’s judgment, strict adherence to the guidelines would be unfair to the student-athlete and not consistent with the educational objectives of the Substance Abuse Program. Any reduction of sanctions must be approved by the Director of Athletics and the President of the University of Florida.
POLICY AMENDMENT
The University Athletic Association and the Substance Abuse Committee may amend the Substance Abuse Program Policy from time-to-time as needed and with or without notice to student-athletes.
PHASE I RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES (First Positive for marijuana at the 5 ng/mL concentration or higher, or synthetic marijuana at any concentration)
A. The student-athlete meets with the Substance Abuse Committee.
B. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the test result:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parent or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics. C. The student-athlete may be asked to appear before the members of the Substance Abuse Committee on additional occasions.
D. Counseling is mandatory and attendance will be monitored by the Substance Abuse Committee. The student-athlete must attend a counseling session within two weeks of their meeting with the members of the Substance Abuse Committee (allowances will be made when there is a conflict with the University Calendar). If the student-athlete fails to attend this meeting or subsequent sessions, there may be a 10% game suspension assessed by the Substance Abuse Committee.
E. Additional sanctions may be applied by the coach. These may include but are not limited to, not allowing a student-athlete to dress for a game, be in the team area, and/or attend a pregame meal.
F. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory.
79 PLEASE NOTE: A student-athlete will only be placed in Phase I one time in their career at the University of Florida. Under no circumstances will any subsequent positive test be considered for a Phase I penalty (counseling without suspension).
PHASE II RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES (Second positive for marijuana at the 5 ng/mL concentration or higher, or synthetic marijuana at any concentration)
A. The student-athlete meets with the Substance Abuse Committee, and if the positive test is upheld, the student-athlete is to be suspended immediately from competition.
1. The length of the suspension is equal to 10% of the team's season competition schedule where the student-athlete represents the University of Florida. The suspended events will be the next consecutive events in the schedule. Post-season events are also included in the suspension (e.g., SEC Championships, NCAA Championships, Bowl Games, and Post-Season Invitational events). Additional sanctions may be applied by the coach. These may include but are not limited to, not allowing a student-athlete to dress for a game, be in the team area, and/or attend a pregame meal.
B. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the recommended plan and sanctions:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
C. The student-athlete may be asked to appear before the Substance Abuse Committee on additional occasions.
D. Counseling is mandatory and attendance will be monitored by the Substance Abuse Committee. E. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory. F. If a team completes its competition schedule while a student-athlete is under Phase II sanctions, the student-athlete's suspension will be carried over into next season's competition. If an individual is positive during a red shirt year, the suspension will begin during the next season's competition (game suspensions will not be applied during a red shirt season or during a medical hardship).
PHASE III RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES (third positive for marijuana at the 5 ng/mL concentration or higher, or synthetic marijuana at any concentration)
A. The student-athlete meets with the Substance Abuse Committee, and if the positive test is upheld, the student-athlete is to be suspended immediately from competition.
1. The length of the suspension is equal to 20% of the team's season competition schedule where the student-athlete represents the
80 University of Florida. The suspended events will be the next consecutive events in the schedule. Post-season events are also included in the suspension (e.g., SEC Championships, NCAA Championships, Bowl Games, and Post-Season Invitational events). Additional sanctions may be applied by the coach. These may include but are not limited to, not allowing a student-athlete to dress for a game, be in the team area, and/or attend a pregame meal.
B. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the recommended plan and sanctions:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
C. The student-athlete may be asked to appear before the Substance Abuse Committee on additional occasions.
D. Counseling is mandatory and attendance will be monitored by the Substance Abuse Committee.
E. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory.
F. If a team completes its competition schedule while a student-athlete is under Phase III sanctions, the student-athlete's suspension will be carried over into next season's competition. If an individual is positive during a red shirt year, the suspension will begin during the next season's competition (game suspensions will not be applied during a red shirt season or during a medical hardship).
PHASE IV RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES (first positive for other drugs excluding alcohol and prescription or over-the-counter medication; not applicable to marijuana or synthetic marijuana positive)
A. The student-athlete meets with the Substance Abuse Committee, and if the positive test is upheld, the student-athlete is to be suspended immediately from competition.
1. The length of the suspension is equal to 50% of the team's season competition schedule where the student-athlete represents the University of Florida. The suspended events will be the next consecutive events in the schedule. Post-season events are also included in the suspension (e.g., SEC Championships, NCAA Championships, Bowl Games, and Post-Season Invitational events). Additional sanctions may be applied by the coach. These may include but are not limited to, not allowing a student-athlete to dress for a game, be in the team area, and/or attend a pregame meal.
B. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the recommended plan and sanctions:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees);
81 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
C. The student-athlete may be asked to appear before the Substance Abuse Committee on additional occasions.
D. Counseling is mandatory and attendance will be monitored by the Substance Abuse Committee.
E. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory.
F. If a team completes its competition schedule while a student-athlete is under Phase IV sanctions, the student-athlete's suspension will be carried over into next season's competition. If an individual is positive during a red shirt year, the suspension will begin during the next season's competition (game suspensions will not be applied during a red shirt season or during a medical hardship).
PLEASE NOTE: When a student-athlete is positive and the sample contains more than one drug, the more severe sanctions will be applied. When there are a number of positive tests for different drugs, it is the Committee’s responsibility to determine in which phase to place the student-athlete.
PHASE V RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES (fourth positive for marijuana at the5 ng/mL concentration or higher, or synthetic marijuana at any concentration; or second positive for other drugs excluding alcohol and prescription or over-the counter medication)
A. The student-athlete is immediately suspended, and the University Athletic Association revokes all privileges of participating in athletic activities or of using Athletic Association facilities.
B. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the recommended plan and sanctions:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
C. The student-athlete must appear before the Substance Abuse Committee on additional occasions as requested.
D. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory.
E. Evaluation for further services will be conducted by the Substance Abuse Committee. Further counseling and/or treatment sessions may be required for the student-athlete on an individual basis, including the possibility of inpatient treatment.
The offer to coordinate inpatient or outpatient treatment will be extended to the student-athlete under the clinical supervision of the UAA. "Clinical supervision" means, that in some cases, an alternative treatment is
82 preferable to, or needs to precede inpatient treatment. In these cases, the treatment is supervised by appropriate UAA medical or mental health professionals.
F. The Director of Athletics will determine whether athletic aid will be continued in accordance with the terms of the financial aid agreement between the student-athlete and the University and in accordance with University and NCAA rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: The Substance Abuse Committee may reinstate the loss of a season after at least one year of good behavior (e.g., attending class, passing grades, negative drug tests).
APPLYING SANCTIONS
If, after frequent testing, the student-athlete does not have a positive test for a 12-month period, the student-athlete will go back one phase for any future positive test. For example, if a student-athlete were suspended for 20% of a season due to a positive test for marijuana, then had clean tests for one calendar year, they would receive a 10% suspension if they were to test positive for marijuana again.
PLEASE NOTE: This policy will not result in a student-athlete being placed in Phase I more than one time in their career at the University of Florida. For example, a student- athlete who tested positive for marijuana one time, and did not receive a game suspension as a result, will be placed in Phase II and suspended for 10% of their season for any subsequent positive test.
ALCOHOL ABUSE STATEMENT
The University Athletic Association does not condone the use or abuse of alcohol by student-athletes, nor does it permit underage drinking. Alcohol is clearly the nation's most common drug of abuse. Some of the signs of alcohol abuse include missed classes, driving while intoxicated, changing friends since drinking started, memory loss, drinking more than their friends, drinking alone, and drinking until the bottle is empty. Another sign of a drinking problem is students who must drink on a regular basis (every weekend). Alcohol related problems of concern are violence, public drunkenness, sexual harassment/abuse, and decline in academic performance. Individuals involved in incidents such as an arrest for DUI or drunk and disorderly conduct will be referred to the Substance Abuse Committee. Upon meeting with the Committee, the student-athlete may be required to attend counseling. Failure to comply with the counseling requirement may result in stricter sanctions. Being underage or having two alcohol positives may result in stricter sanctions, including missing competition(s).
ALCOHOL ABUSE AND MEDICATION POLICY
The UAA Drug Testing Program includes testing for the presence of alcohol as well as over-the-counter and prescription medications. Should a student-athlete test positive:
A. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following individuals in writing of the positive test:
83 1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
B. The student-athlete must appear before the Substance Abuse Committee.
C. Follow-up drug testing will be mandatory.
D. Counseling may be required. If the student-athlete does not attend within two weeks, the Committee may require stricter sanctions.
E. Should the outcome of the evaluation of the student-athlete identify an alcohol problem or if there is a second positive for alcohol, it could result in the student-athlete missing competition. In the event of a positive for medications, the Committee will determine if sanctions (including but not limited to counseling and game suspensions) are appropriate. The Chair of the Substance Abuse Committee will notify the following of the recommended plan and actions:
1. Student-athlete and his/her parents or guardian; 2. Head coach (and his/her designees); 3. University Counselor; 4. Associate Director/Sports Health; and, 5. Director of Athletics.
NCAA DRUG TESTING PROGRAM
All teams are subject to NCAA drug testing. Testing may occur at the site of post-season events, on campus, or at any site determined by the NCAA.
All Division I sports programs will participate in the NCAA’s testing program for anabolic agents, diuretics, peptide hormones and analogues, and urine manipulators. Information relative to drug testing can be found on the NCAA web page at: http://www.ncaa.org/wps/ncaa?key=/ncaa/ncaa/legislation+and+governance/eli gibility+and+recruiting/drug+testing/drug_testing.html.
If a student-athlete has tested positive for drugs by the NCAA, he/she must abide by the NCAA policy. If a student-athlete transfers, the NCAA positive test result must be reported to the new school.
OTHER POSITIVE DRUG TESTS
Documentation of a positive drug test from a recognized National or International Sports Governing Body will be considered a positive drug test performed by our laboratory and will place the student-athlete in the appropriate phase. A positive drug test by the NCAA will also be treated as a positive drug test by the UAA. The NCAA sanction and the UAA sanction will be imposed at the same time. The more severe sanction of the two will be enforced.
84 SAMPLE UAA DRUG TESTING APPOINTMENT CARD
• Be on time • Failure to keep this appointment will be treated as a positive • Bring a list of current medications • Please do not use the restroom immediately before coming to the test • A sufficient volume of urine must be donated to perform the test • Banned drugs are listed in the UAA Substance Abuse Policies • Please read the UAA drug policy for specific information
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