STUDENT ATHLETE HANDBOOK 2018-2019
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Athletics Staff Directory Name Title Email Phone Administration Lois Vos Athletic Director [email protected] 503-251-5396 Jake Coburn Assistant Athletics [email protected] 503-251-5395 Director of Communications and Marketing Tim Bieri Head Coach / Assistant [email protected] 503-251-6463 Athletics Director Athletic Training Collin Peterson Athletic Trainer [email protected] 503-251-5395 Men's Basketball Curt Bickley Head Coach [email protected] 503-251-5397 Austin Hodges Assistant Coach [email protected] Blake Updike Assistant Coach [email protected] Jason Patterson Assistant Coach/Head of [email protected] 360-970-0321 Player Development Women's Basketball Tim Bieri Head Coach / Assistant [email protected] 503-251-6463 Athletics Director Gary Akiyama Assistant Coach [email protected] 503-504-7462 Lacie Kamper Assistant Coach [email protected] Jason Patterson Assistant Coach/Head of [email protected] 360-970-0321 Player Development Men's & Women's Cross Country Corey Mehl Head Coach [email protected] 937-441-1495 503-251-5377 David Lee Assistant Coach [email protected] 503-656-0001 Men's Golf 503-251-6553 Men’s Soccer Dalon Parker Head Coach [email protected] 503-251-6547 970-903-1461 Women’s Soccer Madaline Barbarino Head Coach [email protected] 503-251-6548 917-525-9133 Men's & Women's Track & Field Corey Mehl Head Coach [email protected] 937-441-1495 503-251-5377 David Lee Assistant Coach [email protected] 503-656-0001 Andrew Stave Assistant Coach/Jumps Volleyball Jenna Bouey Head Coach [email protected] 503-251-6550 Kirsten Day Assistant Coach [email protected] 503-803-2851
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Athletics Staff Directory ...... 1 Mission and Vision Statement ...... 3 Core Values ...... 4 Multnomah Athletics General Information ...... 5 About the NAIA ...... 6 Code of Ethics for Student-Athletes ...... 7 Student Conduct ...... 7 Student-Athlete Responsibility ...... 8 NAIA Rules and Regulations ...... 9 NAIA Competitive Experience ...... 9 NAIA Academic Requirements ...... 11 General Information/Athletic Department Rules ...... 13 Athletic Staff ...... 15 Financial Aid Information ...... 19 General Questions ...... 21 Undergrad Program Information ...... 23 Student-Athlete Visits ...... 24 Student-Athlete Application to Participate in a Secondary Sport (SAAPSS) ...... 24 Athletic Insurance, Injuries, and Treatment ...... 26 Social Media Guidelines/Policies for Student-Athletes ...... 28 Substance Abuse Policy for Student –Athletes ...... 29 Drug Testing Policy ...... 31 Non-Harassment/Hazing Policy ...... 32 Sexual Harassment Policy ...... 36 Athletics Staff/Student-Athlete Amorous Relationships Policy ...... 39 Multnomah University Emergency Action Plan ...... 41 New and Returning Student-Athlete Information ...... 43 Sports Ministry Trips/Mission Trip Travel Waiver ...... 45 Agreement for Release Of Liability ...... 46 Multnomah University Transfer Waiver Form ...... 47 Course Withdraw/Drop Form ...... 48 Authorization to Release Information ...... 49 Academic Athlete Contract ...... 50 SAAPSS Signature Page ...... 51 2018-2019 Contract for Athletic Financial Aid ...... 52 Concussion Policy ...... 53 Student Athlete Signature Page ...... 57
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Mission and Vision Statement
Multnomah University
The Multnomah University Athletics office is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to academic and athletic success. The Office of Athletics takes pride in student- athletes who strive to reach their career goals through personal development, pursuit of an academic degree, and athletic achievement. Multnomah University is committed to the goals of the NAIA and the “Champions of Character” program. Multnomah University student-athletes are expected to represent the college as ambassadors and leaders, both on-campus and within the community. This handbook is intended to provide student-athletes with information about Lion Intercollegiate Athletics policies and practices, academic resources, and the college and community. Student-athletes are expected to become familiar with the contents of the handbook and use the resources identified.
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University Vision Statement Our vision is to become a globally influential biblical university that dynamically shapes Christian students into ambassadors of Jesus Christ, saturated in Scripture and ready to serve.
Our Mission Multnomah University’s mission is to equip Christian students through higher education to become biblically competent, academically proficient, spiritually formed, and culturally engaged servant leaders, shaped to be a transforming force in the church, community, and world.
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Core Values
Scriptural Centrality We affirm that the inspired Word of God informs every aspect of the university’s academic programs, co- curricular activities, and institutional operations and those biblical studies are foundational for all its programs.
Christ-like Spirituality We provide a learning community that promotes personal and spiritual development through a growing love for Christ and one another that is integrated with academic study and effective service. Institutional Integrity We are committed to institutional integrity in all aspects of the university including organizational communication, financial stewardship, and the equitable treatment of all persons. Academic Excellence We foster educational excellence in a context of academic freedom by promoting scholarly inquiry, by embracing a biblical world view, and by integrating faith and learning across the academic and professional disciplines. Practical Expression We seek to develop reflective, effective servant leaders through directed, practical experiences to discover and use their abilities to serve Christ. Community Nurture We promote spiritual formation by cultivating a respectful and collegial community of maturing Christian believers. Church Partnership We serve the Church by providing biblical, theological, and professional training; and we partner with local churches in promoting biblical spiritual renewal and justice across Christian traditions. Global Mission We promote a missional perspective of God’s work in the world by encouraging persuasive communication of the gospel and commitment to global ministry. Cultural Engagement We seek to engage culture by understanding our world broadly and biblically, by integrating the richness of human diversity appropriately, and by expressing our faith incarnationally.
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Multnomah Athletics General Information Intercollegiate sports include men's & women's basketball, men's & women’s soccer, men's and women's cross-country, men's golf, women's volleyball and men's and women's indoor and outdoor track and field. As of August 1, 2015, Multnomah is an active member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC). The CCC has evolved into one of the NAIA's most formidable leagues. It sanctions championship competition for men and women in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, and track and field, along with baseball for men and softball and volleyball for women. Multnomah joins CCC member schools College of Idaho, Concordia University, Corban University, Eastern Oregon University, The Evergreen State College, Northwest University, Northwest Christian University, Oregon Institute of Technology, Southern Oregon University, Walla Walla University and Warner Pacific College.
Multnomah athletes also have the opportunity to experience sports ministry overseas. Women's volleyball teams have traveled to Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Moldova, Papua New Guinea, Germany, and Taiwan. Men's basketball teams have traveled to Europe, Mexico, the Philippines, Australia, Czech Republic, and Taiwan.
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Athletic Department Goals
Institutionalize planning and assessment of all Title IX mandates. Distribute a copy of the student athlete handbook to all athletes. Track all student athletes through graduation. Mission
The mission of the Department of Athletics is to bring students, faculty, staff, and alumni together in educational activities that promote healthy lifestyles, enhance a sense of community, foster growth in leadership and teamwork skills, and encourage the pursuit of excellence.
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About the NAIA NAIA - National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., is a governing body of small athletics programs that are dedicated to character-driven intercollegiate athletics.
Since 1937, the NAIA has administered programs and championships in proper balance with the overall college educational experience. The student-athlete is the center of all NAIA experiences. Each year more than 60,000 student-athletes have the opportunity to play college sports at NAIA member institutions.
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics' Champions of Character provides training to ensure student-athletes know, do and value the right things in all areas of life. The five core values: integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship and servant leadership are put into play, accounted for and tracked at all NAIA schools.
As an NAIA institution, Bluefield College has developed a Champions of Character campus program that includes:
• Ongoing character education for all student-athletes using the Champions of Character Live 5 orientation program. • Professional development for coaches, athletics administrative staff including completion of the Character-Driven Coaching course. • Emphasis on hospitality and game management of athletics events and conduct in competition • Servant leadership activities that promote student leadership and athletic community engagement • Ongoing oversight and assessment of progress in the program's implementation by both Bluefield College and the NAIA.
The vision of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Champions of Character program is to change the culture of sport. Its mission is to provide training to instill the values that build character so students, coaches and parents know, do and value the right thing on and off the field.
Research shows that the longer a student spends in sports, their social reasoning - sacrificing for the good of the team - rises, while their moral reasoning skills - doing what is fair, just, honest, and noble - decline.
The Champions of Character program helps participants find the balance by keeping five core values - integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership - at the heart of the athletics experience.
Students learn to understand how the values play out in both practice and competition. Coaches are taught how to intentionally define, model, shape and reinforce the values through their coaching and mentoring. Parents learn how their behavior is key to supporting their athletes. For more than a decade, Champions of Character has been making a difference in developing athletes, coaches and parents of character.
The NAIA is committed to advancing character-driven athletics. Are you?
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Code of Ethics for Student-Athletes
The purpose of intercollegiate athletics is to provide an opportunity for student-athletes to develop their potential as a skilled athlete in an educational setting.
Student-athletes will be looked upon as role models, particularly by young children, and itis important that personal conduct be above reproach at all times.
Public exposure in the competitive arena and the media make student-athletes one of the most visible groups in the community. Student-athletes are often highlighted, placing one in a public position, which requires exemplary behavior.
Multnomah University student-athletes are responsible for their own behavior. They are expected to obey the laws, rules, and regulations of local law enforcement and if violated to be prepared for the penalties that may be imposed.
Behavior has an impact on the reputation of the athletics department and the attitude the community may take toward the athletics program.
Conduct will be closely scrutinized in the classroom, in competition, and while traveling.
Student Conduct
If you as a student-athlete do get in legal and or any other trouble, all state and federal laws will be upheld as the judicial find appropriate. Multnomah University will follow these steps to properly hold student athletes accountable for their actions. The process for sanctions will follow the proper channels as follows,
1. Legal actions as needed (state and federal laws) 2. Student Life (any possible sanctions related to your educational outcome) Please see current Student Handbook 3. Athletic department (Athletic director and your coaches will determine sanctions as seen fit)
The student conduct process may involve accountability and steps toward restoration and growth. Thus, decisions to violate a Multnomah standard may result in some form of judicial action. Voluntary admission to a violation, in contrast to concealing one, is carefully considered in determining whether or not judicial action is appropriate. Please, review the Student Handbook to review all information as needed. Student Handbooks | Multnomah University
FAIR AND RESPECTFUL TREATMENT As members of the Multnomah University community, all students should be afforded fair and respectful treatment throughout the judicial process.
ATTEND OR NOT ATTEND A MEETING A student summoned to respond to an alleged behavior violation has the right to present his/her case before the Athletic Director. Should the student forfeit the right to appear at his or her own judicial
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meeting (either by advance notice, or by failing to appear), the right to question the allegation(s) is also forfeited, and a determination (e.g. responsibility for behavior and issued status and/or sanctions) will be made without the student’s voice being heard.
APPEAL A student athlete has 10 business days with which to make an appeal. After such time lapses the athlete has forfeited his/her chance at an appeal. Only enrolled student athletes may appeal. No appeals are received when a student is no longer enrolled. The only appeal to an athletic decision/issue will be, in writing, to the Athletic Director. The Athletic Directors decision is the final appeal allowed.
“LETTER” OF FINDING Following the Athletic Directors final decision/meeting an email will be sent to the student-athlete stating the decision made.
Loss of student leadership/co-curricular positions
Students may be removed from positions of leadership for violations on a temporary or permanent basis.
Restitution
Students who have caused damage may be required to pay for loss, damage or injury. Alternatively, students may be required to make a non-monetary contribution to the good of the community to make up for the loss they have caused.
Social restrictions/limitation of privileges
Certain policy violations may result in the loss of privileges Status, Sanction and Adjudication Guidelines
Student-Athlete Responsibility
Student-athletes are subject to additional NAIA, Multnomah University the Office of Athletics and team policies during their tenure at Multnomah University.
Student-athletes are responsible to acquaint themselves with the rules and regulations of each unit and when concerns or questions arise to take the initiative and get answers.
Each coaching staff is responsible for holding an orientation session to familiarize student-athletes with major policies and procedures during the fall of each academic year.
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NAIA Rules and Regulations
Each year prior to participation in intercollegiate competition, a team meeting will be held, and athletes will receive a copy of the "Summary of NAIA Regulations." Student-athletes will be required to do the following: • Submit information relating to eligibility. • Give written consent to disclose education records to an authorized representative.
Failure to complete and sign the statement annually will result in ineligibility for participation in all intercollegiate competition.
NAIA Competitive Experience For evaluating competitive experiences to determine whether participation constitutes a season of competition, the NAIA Competitive Experience Committee has developed a series of evaluative criteria for both team sports and individual sports. These criteria are used by the NAIA Eligibility Center as well as NAIA institutions in determining whether a competitive experience outside of the collegiate setting is countable towards a season of competition for a student-athlete. All determinations are subject to review by the NAIA Competitive Experience Committee.
Team Sports
The evaluative criteria for team sports are as follows:
A level or type of competition in a given 12-month period will be considered countable competition if any one or more of the following criteria apply:
Rosters that regularly include individuals who would be considered professionals under NAIA rules
• Rosters that regularly include at least 25% of individuals who have participated in intercollegiate athletics at U.S. four-year colleges or universities.
• Regular competition against professional teams or teams that regularly include at least 10% of individuals who would be considered professionals under NAIA rules.
• Regular competition against teams that regularly include at least 25% of individuals who have participated in intercollegiate athletics at U.S. four-year colleges or universities.
• Use of contracts that outline certain players’ commitments to participate on a given team or in a given league (not including insurance or liability forms).
• Reimbursement of travel and/or lodging expenses for selected participants.
• National team participation
If none of those conditions apply, competition will be evaluated for application of additional criteria.
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If you participate in any type of competition in a given 12-month period, it will be considered countable competition if any two or more of the following criteria apply:
• Selectivity [e.g., tryouts, recruitment activities (including but not limited to use of funds for recruiting)] in determining team rosters, versus open enrollment.
• Regular involvement of coaches with levels of training and/or experience equivalent to that of coaches employed at NAIA member institutions.
• Numbers of regularly scheduled contests or dates of competition equivalent to (or greater than) 50% of NAIA contest limitations.
Individual Sports The evaluative criteria for individual sports are as follows:
In individual sports, competition by an individual in a given 12-month period is considered countable if any one or more of the following circumstances apply:
• The individual competes as a member of a national team
• The individual competes in Olympic-level competition
• The individual competes as a member of a club or team that regularly includes individuals who would be considered professionals under NAIA rules
• The individual competes as a member of a club or team that regularly includes at least 25% of individuals who have participated in intercollegiate athletics at U.S. four-year colleges or universities
• The individual competes as a member of a club or team that uses contracts that outline certain competitors’ commitments to participate (not including insurance or liability forms).
Competition by an individual in each 12-month period also is considered countable if, during that 12- month period, the individual competes on at least three occasions in an event, level or type of competition in which any one or more of the following criteria apply:
• Competition regularly includes individuals who would be considered professionals under NAIA rules.
• Competition regularly includes at least 25% of individuals who have participated in intercollegiate athletics at U.S. four-year colleges or universities.
• Competition regularly includes use of contracts that outline certain competitors’ commitments to participate (not including insurance or liability forms).
• Competition regularly includes reimbursement of travel and/or lodging expenses for selected participants.
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• Competitors are eligible to participate based on tryouts or performance-based qualification standards (e.g., time, distance, handicap, ranking), versus open enrollment.
NAIA Academic Requirements
If a student-athlete does not meet the following requirements, he or she will not be eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Therefore, these requirements are critical to your continued athletic participation. If you have questions, please ask your coach or contact the office of compliance or the Faculty Athletic Representative.
1. You must always be “identified” with our institution to be able to play and practice year-round. Identification means enrollment in 12 or more credits even when we have vacation breaks.(detailed explanation on page 46) 2. You cannot be on academic probation (after your first semester). If you are you forfeit your privilege to practice or play in games. 3. You must have received an eligible determination from the NAIA to play in games 4. To practice you must receive either an eligible or in-eligible determination from the NAIA. Without a determination either way you have forfeited your privilege to practice
Incoming freshmen | Transfer Students | Enrollment & Attendance Rules |PlayNAIA.org
All student-athletes must meet minimum academic, athletic and conduct standards in order to be eligible to participate on any intercollegiate team at Multnomah College. The following is a checklist which will help insure your eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports. If you have any questions, please see the office of athletics compliance or the Faculty Athletic Representative immediately.
Get in the Game!
Make sure you complete the Big Three! Sign-in above to get in the game:
1. Submit your profile at PlayNAIA.org 2. Send all required documents to the NAIA Eligibility Center (double-check they are received).* 3. Secure a spot on your school's Short List. 4. FILL OUT YOUR LETTER OF INTENT
Cascade Collegiate Conference - 2018-19 Letters Of Intent Click Link for: Policies Regarding Cascade Collegiate Conference Letters of Intent
*NOTE: As of 9/1/2017, official transcripts complete through summer 2017 coursework must be received by the Eligibility Center before you will be placed in line for review. Request your transcripts now to avoid delays!
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Incoming Freshmen
ALL PROSPECTIVE STUDENT ATHLEETS NEED TO FILL OUT A NATIONAL NAIA LETTER OF INTENT TO CERTIFIY THEIR DECESION TO ENROLL AT MULTNOMAH UNIVERSITY
1. An entering freshman student must be a graduate of an accredited high school or be accepted as a regular student in good standing as defined by the enrolling institution.
2. An entering freshman student must meet two of the three entry level requirements:
1. A minimum score of 18 on the ACT or 950 on the SAT.
2. An overall high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
3. Graduate in the top 50% of the student’s high school graduating class.
Transfer Students If you are a transfer student from another college, see the AD/FAR with all previous college transcripts immediately.
Enrollment To participate in undergraduate intercollegiate competition, you must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours during your season. If you are a graduate student, you must be enrolled full time at 8 credit hours. Do not drop or withdrawal from classes without consulting your coach or the office of athletics compliance beforehand.
Terms of Attendance Student athletes must use their athletic eligibility (4 seasons of competition per sport) within the first 10 semesters of full time enrollment. Enrollment in 12 hours or more is considered a full- time semester for NAIA eligibility rules.
Summer Attendance Summer school attendance does not count towards your 10 full time semesters of enrollment; but can be used to satisfy eligibility requirements. A maximum of 12 summer hours can be added to the previous full- time semester hours to satisfy the 24- hour rule.
Progress Rules Incoming freshman must pass 9 hours in order to compete during the 2nd semester of the freshman year. To be eligible for a second season of competition, 24 credit hours must have been accumulated during the previous two full time semesters; for a third season of competition the student athlete needs to have accumulated 48 credit hours and 72 credit hours to compete in a 4th season of competition with 48 hours going towards a major.
GPA Rule Upon entering a third season of competition through your final season of competition, you must have at least a 2.0 institutional GPA in order to be eligible to compete.
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Repeat Classes A repeated course which has been previously passed and counted toward the 9hr, 12hr, or 24hr rule may not be used again to satisfy any of the progress rules for future eligibility purposes. It is the student athlete’s responsibility to ensure that he or she is not in a repeated course for a given semester at MU unless otherwise approved. If taking a repeated course is necessary, the student athlete is expected to communicate this with his or her athletic academic advisor upon enrolling in the course. It is expected that all student athletes be cognizant of their academic history and degree progress at MU at all times.
General Information/Athletic Department Rules
Study Hall 3 Hours of Study hall will be required for all sports and all athletes who do not have a 3.7 GPA or above.
Social Media Use MU does actively monitor the content of any social networking sites related to the athletic department. Content found on the internet (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram, etc.) that violates college policy, including the Student Code of Conduct, will be subject to disciplinary action. Student-athletes should not post pictures showing alcohol or drug involvement or have anything on the page that reflects negatively on their team, the office of athletics or the University. Student-athletes doing so could face suspension, dismissal and the loss of athletic scholarship.
Dress Code Multnomah Athletics places emphasis on cleanliness, neatness, appropriate attire, respectable appearance, and appropriate personal hygiene. As personal appearance is a direct reflection on you and GGC, take an interest in how you appear, especially when traveling with your team. The dress code for each team will vary. Your head coach will let you know their expectations of appropriate dress. You should always exercise good judgment concerning the appropriateness of your attire. You are a highly visible representative of Multnomah University and thus are responsible for using good judgment in your personal appearance.
Sportsmanship Multnomah University is committed to ensuring that fans, spectators, staff, and student athletes behave in a sportsmanlike manner, especially at intercollegiate athletic contests. Unsportsmanlike conduct shall subject the individual to disciplinary action, which can include removal from the playing facility or area. Additionally, it is our goal to ensure that.
Both teams in a contest are allowed to prepare and to compete in a safe environment that the contest be conducted in a manner that discourages spectators or other unofficial persons from disrupting or interfering with the event, that visiting spectators be permitted to support their team as a group, free from interference and intimidation from home fans.
Multnomah Athletics personnel reserve the right to remove any person from an athletic contest if there is reasonable suspicion that the person is a threat to the health and safety or other spectators, student- athletes, personnel, coaches, officials, or themselves.
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Examples of Unsportsmanlike conduct subject to disciplinary action include but are not limited to:
1. Striking or attempting to strike or otherwise physically abuse an official, opposing coach, staff, administrator, spectator, student, or student-athlete.
2. Intentionally, or with careless disregard for one’s conduct, inciting participants or spectators to violent or abusive action.
3. Using obscene gestures or profane or unduly provocative language or action, whether directed toward an official, staff, administrator, student, coach, or spectator.
4. Publicly and unduly criticizing a game official, game personnel, another college or university, student- athlete or personnel from another college or university.
Team Rules Student-athletes have a responsibility to adhere to team rules as provided by the head coach and the Office of Athletics. These rules are important and can affect the status of a student-athlete, i.e., suspension or dismissal from team. All decisions directly related to team performance, i.e., playing time, position, traveling squad, training, curfew, appearance, and conduct are the responsibility of the head coach.
Redshirt Student-Athletes o Redshirt student-athletes are not allowed to travel with their teams o They are not allowed to wear uniforms of any kind o They are not allowed to be part of the formal warm-up with their teams o Redshirts will not receive chapel reductions
Music Policy If you are using our aux chord you can only play music from our “MU” station or use the approved play- list I-pod.
During practices and games, the only music that can be played over our public sound system is our MU “station” or the pre-approved music on the I-pod.
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Athletic Staff
Athletic Director Lois Vos – [email protected] Since 1988 Lois Vos has been working as Multnomah University's Athletic Director. She also teaches Physical Education classes on campus and is directly involved with all intercollegiate teams.
Assistant Athletics Director for Communications / Marketing Jake Coburn – [email protected]
Athletic Training Collin Peterson - [email protected]
MEN’S BASKETBALL HEAD COACH: Curt Bickley, [email protected]
COACHING PHILOSOPHY: My coaching philosophy would be to coach students that fit the mission of the school to the best of their abilities. It is my job to get the most out of the talent that they possess, but to do it the right way. We do not allow students on the team that are a distraction to team goals. We are looking for team first guys that can be productive as students and as basketball players.
ABOUT OUR TEAM: On the basketball floor, I expect 100% commitment for the 6 months of the season. This requires being on time, getting responsibilities done, and being prepared. We are a fast- paced offensive basketball program that is always looking for point guards that can handle the ball/pass/shoot. We always need three point shooters and we need shot blockers/rebounders to start our fast break system. Our fast paced style of basketball brings out the best in players that are highly skilled offensively.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
HEAD COACH: Tim Bieri: [email protected]
COACHING PHILOSOPHY & ABOUT OUR TEAM: As a program we will pursue excellence in everything we do in order to be a driving force for positive change in our community and world. Within that pursuit we will teach and encourage athletic, academic, relational, and spiritual growth from everyone (coaches, managers, players, etc.) involved in the program. We will strive to maintain a proper perspective and balance in all areas of our lives and to encourage full enjoyment of athletic competition. Winning and losing will simply be seen as a result and not a definition. Our purpose will be to grow in our love and understanding of God and allow that to overflow into selfless service of others…including our opponents.
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MEN’S SOCCER
HEAD COACH: Dalon Parker [email protected]
Two mottos I use to build the individual and team are One Speed, One Goal, One Way and IamThird. My philosophy is to build a program that cares about the player on and off the field. Our ability as coaches to build a family that has great character will determine our success through this process.
One Speed, One Goal, One Way This motto is important to Multnomah Soccer direction and growth. One Speed means we will move together as a unit and not as individuals. One Goal means we will accept all challenges with great character and one mind as we focus on a common task. One Way helps the program understand that being part of our family entails everyone understanding how we walk, talk and achieve success on and off the field.
“IamThird” is a reminder of how the coaching staff and players will put God First, Others Second, themselves Third. This is a concept our program will constantly work on and strive to be great at.
As a head coach, my goal is to build relationships with each player by having an open door policy and being approachable. As a coaching staff, we will communicate verbally and listen and treat all players equally. We all will prepare and strive for greatness with every chance we are presented with.
WOMEN’S SOCCER
HEAD COACH: Madaline Barbarino [email protected]
I love winning. I love winning so much that I hate losing even more than I love winning. But, much to a surprise after that opening sentence, my coaching philosophy is not about winning. I’m aware that soccer is a sport. There is a scoreboard involved. There is a standings table that is dictated by the outcomes of each game. And yet, winning is not my primary objective. Playing for something more is my goal. Something bigger. I believe in a higher purpose for my program, which is to play with excellence all the time. My greatest hope is to win, but my primary focus is on striving for excellence, which is more under our control than winning. The focus is on continuous improvement on getting better and better each game, on achieving our God-given potential not just one year or some years or most of the time, but all the time- every season, every game, even every touch on the ball. We strive for excellence and perfection, even though it’s not going to happen in soccer, the closer we get the better we become. I will know we have fostered our identity as Multnomah University women's soccer when each player’s own self-talk resounds the mantra: “play to a standard.” Giving your best at all times is a lifestyle, a tradition, even a calling. I call it the “lion chase to excellence.” This touches everything from their work ethic to fitness to technical skills to soccer IQ to character to relationships with Christ and others to academics. “Playing to a standard” and “Living to a standard” means doing everything with utmost quality and distinction.
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WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
HEAD COACH: Jenna Bouey: [email protected]
My philosophy on coaching volleyball starts with training the athlete mentally as well as physically. I expect excellence in attitude and effort in every area of life: the volleyball court, the classroom, in their relationships, etc. Games are competitive, and therefore my practices are as well. The character of the athlete and the team is upheld as paramount. Instilling confidence in each player and the team is key so that they can take ownership, know that they have what it takes to reach their goals and succeed. Making disciples every year who lead by serving and stand strong and courageous is the ultimate goal.
Men’s GOLF
HEAD COACH: JD Leonard [email protected]
CROSS COUNTY/TRACK AND FIELD
HEAD COACH: Corey Mehl [email protected]
Christ, Community, Culture, and Championships
• Christ – We are a team where our identity is found in Christ. We strive towards our goals because He has called us to do so. “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.”
• Community – Our personal ambition must be overcome by community. Instead of creating our own significance, we use one another to build a team atmosphere. “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant…for even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…”
• Culture – The student-athletes and coaching staff are ALL IN. We practice and compete from August through May. It is an attitude of sacrifice and persistence. Our sport takes time and patience, so it is imperative we be diligent in our preparation every single day.
• Championships – Being a competitor is not a negative thing. We will aim to not only be the best we can be as individuals, but also as a team in our conference and nationally. Conference and NAIA National qualifying are the objective goals every season.
My personal coaching style, whether it be cross country or track, is to connect individually with every student-athlete. I want to meet them where they are at competitively and help push them beyond their perceived limits to achieve the next level. By focusing on building rapport, it is easier to break down barriers with this generation of young men and women.
Communication is the key component of everything described above. I am very transparent about everything so my team knows what to expect from myself, our program, Multnomah University, the Cascade Collegiate Conference, and the NAIA. In return, my hope is the student-athlete will also be
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communicative in a way where they are open to improving his or herself on a daily basis. This includes athletically, physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.
At the end of an athlete’s career here at MU, my desire is for each individual and/or team to have achieved National/All-American type goals. That can either be achieving actual All-American status or qualifying for Nationals as well as just improving each and every year. My hope is that through this program the athlete will continue to enjoy our sport. This can be seen in future participation (competitively or recreationally) or in giving back, such as coaching, volunteering or in his or her future careers in some capacity.
In our Christian walks, our aim should be daily improvement in all aspects of life. My goal is to create a team environment that reflects our spiritually journey. We will have struggles, successes, wins and losses but through it all, we will learn and grow together. By serving Christ through training in a community that focuses on building a championship culture, my purpose is to help these student-athletes (and in turn help me!) achieve everything they dreamed of and more.
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Financial Aid Information
WHAT’S THE FAFSA & WHY DO I HAVE TO FILL IT OUT? FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid and is the first step in the financial aid process. You use the FAFSA to apply for federal student aid, such as grants, loans and work-study. In addition, Multnomah uses information from the FAFSA to award nonfederal aid. Before an offer of financial aid will be granted, Multnomah requires the student be accepted for admission. Therefore, we suggest students work simultaneously on the financial aid process and the admission process. A current FAFSA is required in order to receive any Multnomah or federal financial aid. In order to fill out your FAFSA, go to www.FAFSA.gov (make sure NOT to go to FAFSA.com) Multnomah's school code is 003206. If you’re having any questions or concerns, feel free to get in contact with the Financial Aid department at 503.251.5337. WHO DOES WHAT IN THE FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT? The Financial Aid Office is dedicated to helping students find additional sources of funding to help meet the costs of receiving a quality education.
STUDENT ATHLETE HOLDS Athletes will have a registration stop placed on their record in Power Campus to prevent them from making changes that could result in a compliance issue such as a student dropping below 12 credits for a given semester. Fall semester – registration stop will be placed on August 1 and will remain on until the end of the first week of classes (close of add/drop). Spring semester – registration stop will be placed on December 10 and will remain on until the end of the first week of classes (close of add/drop). Holds will be placed on all athletes who are registered for that semester. If a student athlete is not registered on Aug. 1 or Dec. 10 and therefore the hold is not placed, they will be monitored, and the hold will be placed after they register. These holds are designed to prevent the student from being able to make changes online which could cause compliance issues. Registrar office staff will need to enforce requirement that student athletes speak with the athletic director prior to making changes during the semester. Registrar office staff can override the hold for the following reasons: • Add classes • Switch sections • Adjust schedule but stay at the same number of credits Other changes require consultation with Athletic Director or FAR.
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Appeal of an Eligibility Center Determination
The Multnomah University athletic department may, at its discretion, choose to appeal an Eligibility Center (EC) determination, request a review of an EC determination, or request an exception to a standard rule. These actions are denoted generically as an “appeal” throughout this policy document. In deciding whether to appeal, the prerogative to pursue such a course belongs solely to the athletic director (AD) who may consult with the faculty athletics representative (FAR), athletic administration, and/or other vested parties.
Student-athletes or coaches may request that a specific case be considered for appeal. The process for making a request for appeal begins with the submission of a written letter to the AD, signed by both the student-athlete and the athlete’s coach, requesting that an appeal be considered. This letter must be received within two weeks (14 days) of the pertinent EC determination. The letter should include the following information:
• Student information (name, sport, ECID#) • Determination date • Background context, including reason for determination • Rationale for appeal, including reasons why a different determination is warranted. Reasons for appeal include (a) a misapplication of an NAIA rule, (b) a decision that was reached in an arbitrary or capricious manner, or (c) bias or discrimination in the decision-making process. • Other extenuating information or factual evidence in support of an appeal (separately attach supporting documents or evidence) The AD will consider the request as presented in the letter and respond to the student-athlete and coach with a decision (appeal/no appeal) within 7-14 days of receipt.
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General Questions
HOW DO HOMESCHOOLED STUDENTS APPLY? Students who attended homeschool during their high school years are regularly admitted to Multnomah University. The only real difference will be your transcripts. We will need ONE of the following: An OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT of your secondary education from an institution or umbrella organization A signed parental statement indicating that you have fulfilled the homeschool requirements for your state along with a written transcript identifying each course you have taken in grades 9-12, grades received, and graduation date General Education Development (GED) test score DOES MULTNOMAH ACCEPT AP (Advanced Placement) or IB (International Baccalaureate) CREDITS? Yes, they need to be submitted on a separate transcript, not just printed on high school transcript. • IB score of 5 or higher • AP score of 3 or higher. WHAT IS CLEP TESTING/DOES MULTNOMAH OFFER IT? CLEP stands for College Level Examination Program. The CLEP program allows students to earn college credits by taking tests on various subjects. Multnomah offers CLEP exams on campus and students can apply a maximum of 20 credits or 4 exams, whichever is greater, of CLEP to their degree and they must be done by the end of their sophomore year. Multnomah University’s code: 3727 (Use this code when taking an exam at an off-site location) GED Applicants who have not graduated from high school and who are applying on the basis of GED scores must submit test results showing a minimum battery average score of 570 (57 on GED exams administered prior to 2002) with a minimum score of 400 on each GED subtest (40 on subtests administered prior to 2002). An applicant who’s GED scores fall below these standards may qualify for admission on the basis of a combination of GED and SAT Reasoning Test or ACT results: If the GED battery average score is 550 to 560 (55-56 on GED exams administered prior to 2002), with a minimum score of 400 on each subtest (40 on subtests administered prior to 2002), the applicant must have minimum SAT Reasoning Test scores of 830 Math/Critical Reading, or 17 Composite on the ACT. If the GED battery average score is 500 to 540 (50-54 on GED exams administered prior to 2002), with a minimum score of 400 on each subtest (40 on subtests administered prior to 2002), the applicant must have minimum SAT Reasoning Test scores of 1000 Math/Critical Reading, or 21 Composite on the ACT. Other applicants with a GED will be considered on a case by case basis.
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HOLISTIC REVIEW PROCESS Because Multnomah believes in the whole-person concept, we ask for a personal statement and references. All of this information allows our admissions committee to understand more about those wishing to become part of the Multnomah legacy.
DOES MULTNOMAH ACCEPT CREDIT FROM OTHER COLLEGES?
Multnomah accepts credits from accredited institutions provided: Courses taken at an accredited college/university are transferable (see the catalog for the college/university where courses were taken) AND You received a grade of “C” or better AND The course meets one of our general education requirements. Check out our list of colleges in the area. If your college is not listed, please contact the Assistant Registrar at 503-251-5374 or send an e-mail to: [email protected] Transcripts from institutions that are not accredited generally are not necessary but the Admissions Office reserves the right to require the student to submit them. If transcripts from postsecondary schools that are not accredited are received, the Admissions Office can exercise some discretion with regard to how these transcripts are used in the admission decision process. DOES MULTNOMAH ACCEPT CREDITS FROM UNACREDITED BIBLE COLLEGES? Multnomah accepts limited credits (up to 12) for classes taken at unaccredited institutions. IS MULTNOMAH ACCREDITED?
Yes, your degree holds the same “weight” as that of any other bachelor’s degree received from a private or public university. Multnomah is accredited by: . Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) • Association of Theological Schools (ATS). • Oregon Department of Degree Authorization
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Multnomah University is a fully accredited, private, non-denominational, Christian institution of higher education, located in Portland, Oregon with teaching sites in Reno, Nevada (undergraduate and seminary). Made up of an undergraduate Bible college, a biblical seminary, a graduate school, an adult degree completion program, and an online distance-learning program, Multnomah issues bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees, and professional endorsements.
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DO STUDENTS HAVE TO PURCHASE A MEAL PLAN? Students who live on campus are required to purchase the meal plans Multnomah offers. Off campus students have the option to purchase a variety of plans. Please contact us or visit the Dining Services page for more information.
DO YOU HAVE ANYTHING SPECIFICALLY FOR COMMUTER STUDENTS? COMMUTER CENTER: This is the hub for various social, educational, and spiritual programs. We regularly host faculty members as they come to share their hearts with us at our Brunch Chats. We have also gathered together for a time of worship and prayer, fellowshipped together by sharing food at our commuter potlucks, and developed lasting relationships through casual conversation.
STUDENT SERVICES/ RESOURCES: ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER: Tutoring services in multiple subject areas CAREER SERVICES: Get help finding jobs and internships, resumes, cover letters, interview skills COUNSELING CENTER: Seek personal growth with the help of MU's professional counselors. This is FREE! Take advantage of it. DISABILITY SERVICES: Request academic, non-academic, and residential accommodations needed for a disability.
DO YOU OFFER WORK STUDY/CAN I GET A JOB ON CAMPUS? Yes and Yes. There are lots of different jobs available: grounds, maintenance, mailroom, gear store, café, cafeteria, tutor, and grader. Everything for student employment is handled online. http://www.multnomah.edu/employment/student-employment/
IS MULTNOMAH AFFILIATED WITH A SPECIFIC DENOMINATION? Multnomah is an evangelical university that is not affiliated with any particular denomination. For specifics, see our doctrinal statement.
Undergrad Program Information While you have time, make sure to check out the website and look over the various programs that we offer (http://www.multnomah.edu/programs/undergraduate/). You can also see the four year layouts for each program.
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Student-Athlete Visits
PREVIEW Multnomah’s Preview is a free, two-day event that gives you a chance to get to know our university by attending chapel, sitting in on classes, and meeting with professors. We give you a first- hand look at dorm life by arranging for you to spend the night with our students in the residence halls. MONDAYS AT MULTNOMAH Mondays at Multnomah are the perfect way for you to check out MU in just one day! Visit a class, learn about our academic programs, financial aid and admissions processes, worship with our students in chapel, and enjoy a gourmet lunch in our cafeteria. Arrive around 8:00am in the morning and get it all done by 3:00pm. INDIVIDUAL VISIT This is a time where you are able to sit down one on one with an admissions counselor and go over program information and ask specific questions. You will also get a tour of campus. The Campus Visit Coordinator is responsible for arranging all of these.
Student-Athlete Application to Participate in a Secondary Sport (SAAPSS) Introduction
Multnomah University desires that its athletic programs be excellent in order to glorify God and promote student health, leadership, and teamwork. Participation in intercollegiate athletics is an important component of this mission, and the institution’s coaches endeavor to recruit skilled student- athletes who are committed to the success of their teams. Student-athletes recruited to compete at Multnomah University typically indicate a primary sport during their initial recruitment and eligibility- certification process. However, Multnomah University may allow student-athletes to subsequently participate in a second intercollegiate sport*. In those instances, the non-primary sport is deemed the secondary sport. Because the addition of a secondary sport represents a significant commitment by the student-athlete, coaches, administration, and institution, this form describes a deliberate and sequential application process for student-athletes seeking to participate in a secondary sport.
Recruitment Process to a Secondary Sport
Multnomah University coaches may utilize an “open tryout” as a means of evaluating non-recruited student-athletes, potentially adding tryout participants to the sport’s roster. Student-athletes interested in adding a secondary sport should first contact the coach of the secondary sport in order to participate in this evaluative process. Following this, student-athletes seeking to add a secondary sport should obtain certain athletic department signatures as described here and on the signature page.
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In the case of student-athletes seeking to add a secondary sport, one of the early conversations in the recruitment process should be between the coach of the secondary sport and Multnomah’s athletics director (AD). This allows the AD and the coach of the secondary sport to candidly explore issues such as eligibility, prioritization of student-athlete availability, allocation of scholarship monies, and other potential complications for a two-sport athlete. The signatures by both AD and coach of the secondary sport (see signature page) indicate that this conversation has happened and that both parties are satisfied with the student-athlete’s addition of a secondary sport.
Following this, the coach of the student-athlete’s primary sport and the AD also meet separately to discuss the possibility of the student-athlete engaging in a secondary sport. The reason for the initial one-on-one meetings with the AD is to encourage candor and protect the relationship between coaches. The signatures by both AD and coach of the primary sport (see signature page) indicate that this conversation has happened and that both parties are also satisfied with the arrangement.
Following this, coaches of both primary and secondary sports and the student-athlete may choose to meet together to clarify understandings and work out any potential conflicts or relevant details. The signature by the student-athlete (see signature page) indicates that s/he has contacted both coaches and has attached a brief description of any potential concerns or strategies related to academic and athletic success. At this point, the coach of the secondary sport may choose to add the student-athlete to the roster (via the standardized Formstack form).
Depending on the student-athlete’s particular situation, s/he may need to take additional steps to complete the eligibility certification process for the secondary sport. The institution’s faculty athletics representative (FAR) will contact the coach and/or student-athlete if more information is required.
PLEASE NOTE: A student athlete cannot participate in two fall sports at the same time. i.e. they are not allowed to golf and play soccer at the same time. The only way it will work is if a student-athletes primary sport is in the fall and their secondary sport is in the spring.
If an existing student-athlete asks the respective teams coach to be added to that team, no added scholarship dollars are to be allocated. See form for applying to participate in a secondary sport in the appendices to this handbook.
Redshirt Athletes 1. Redshirt athletes do not travel with the team. 2. Redshirt athletes may not wear uniforms of any type. 3. Redshirt athletes may not take part in formal warm-up with the team. 4. Redshirts do not receive chapel reductions.
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Athletic Insurance, Injuries, and Treatment
Athletic Insurance All athletes are required to have their own primary health insurance policy.
Athletic Injuries It is important that the Athletic Director is informed of all severe player injuries so that the proper paper work is filed. In the case of a player injury that keeps him or her out indefinitely for the season, the injured player may or may not be able to continue with the team. Each case will be discussed and decided by the Athletic Director, athletic trainer, and head coach. The athletic trainer, who primarily attends home games/matches, is allocated the task of giving permission for an athlete to return to competition after evaluation and consultation. Physical Examination All athletes must have an approved physical examination rendered by a licensed M.D. prior to any athletic participation at Multnomah University and turned into the Athletic Trainer before August 1st each season.
Athletic Training Room The purpose of the athletic training room and its staff is to provide for the prevention, care, treatment and rehabilitation of athletically related injuries for all student-athletes. All athletic training room rules and procedures are formulated to serve athletes in the best possible manner, while allowing them to receive the best care available. Outlined here are general guidelines to be followed in the event injuries occur. Specific procedures regarding athletic training room usage will be posted in the training room. Athletic training room usage is a privilege that can be revoked if all procedures are not followed. For that reason, we encourage you to ask questions so that you are clear on the important role that the training staff has in your athletic career at the college.
Injury Reporting Procedures If a student-athlete receives any injury (dental injuries included) as a result of participation in a supervised practice or contest, it should be reported immediately to the athletic training staff so that a thorough evaluation can be made. Some injuries may be unnoticed until after training room hours. If that happens, you should report the injury to the training staff as early as possible. The athletic trainer can be contacted either by his work phone 503-251-5388 or his cell phone 818-438-9218. Early intervention into the injury process can yield an early return, while the opposite can also be true.
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The athletic training staff maintains, and documents reports regarding illnesses, injuries, evaluations and progress notes for each student-athlete. The athletic training staff makes decisions regarding activity restrictions and communicates those restrictions to coaches and players daily.
Emergency Treatment In the event of sudden or unexpected illness or injury, that is life threatening, immediately call 911. Or, please take the following steps: Call the training room, 503 251-5388 or athletic trainers cell 818-438-9218, if no answer, call your coach. If no answer and your condition is severe, report to the emergency room at the nearest medical center.
Injury The athletic training staff is responsible for judgments regarding the amount and type of participation in which an athlete may engage. Medical referrals and other treatments should be communicated with the athletic training staff. The athletic training staff should be consulted before arranging any appointments with physicians. Even though an athlete may be injured, practice sessions must be attended unless released by both the coach and head athletic trainer.
Treatment & Rehabilitation Programs All treatment and rehabilitation activities will be supervised by the athletic training staff and team physician. In order for an athlete to return from an injury as quickly and safely as possible, it may be necessary that they receive treatment one to two times daily. The training staff will provide regular information to the coaching staff regarding the progress of student-athletes, as well as compliance with treatment and rehabilitation regimens. Coaches and trainers generally view missed appointments, tardiness, or non-compliance with treatment regimens in an unfavorable manner. Coaches will be notified each time that an athlete is late or absent from treatment or rehabilitation sessions.
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Social Media Guidelines/Policies for Student-Athletes The Athletics department is using social media to engage and connect with our fans, alumni, recruits, parents, the NAIA, and other Cascade Conference members. Social media provide powerful communication opportunities. Relationships grow with personal, regular, and honest communication; therefore, social media provide us with powerful tools to build relationships. Refer to the MU Athletic Department Social Media Plan as needed.
What is Social Media? Social media connects people in various corners of the world, helping to build relationships through social interaction using highly accessible communication techniques. Examples include Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, Tumblr, LinkedIn, Myspace, Flickr, Foursquare and blogs.
Best Practices • Remember that the Internet is permanent • Avoid posting offensive or inappropriate language, pictures, videos or comments • Ensure content posted on these sites does not depict inappropriate or illegal activities • Don't post anything you wouldn't say in a public forum when representing Multnomah University, or anything you wouldn't say to the media • Be in the right state of mind when you make a post - don't post when you're angry, upset, or your judgment is impaired in any way • Check your privacy settings. It is recommended that the strongest security settings be used for Facebook, and that student-athletes have "protected tweets" on Twitter, wherein only approved followers will be able to view tweets • Never post your home address, local address, phone number(s), birth date or other personal information. You could be a target of predators. For additional safety measures, it is recommended that student-athletes do not include their location in their posts.
Facebook Posts and Tweets • Post only facts and or stats such as game time and or places, check with official schedules and or stats before posting, no personal commentary of any type • Understand that anything posted online is available to anyone in the world - any content placed online becomes the property of the site(s) and is completely out of your control the moment it is placed online, even if you limit access to your page • Ensure any information placed on the website(s) does not violate College, athletic department or student-athlete codes of conduct • Do not comment on athlete injuries, rosters, playbooks, officiating or any other team information that should be kept confidential • Student-athletes and members of programs are asked to refrain from discussing scrimmages on social media, whether in advance of the event or in regard to the outcome. The NAIA has ruled that the dissemination of information having to do with scrimmages on social media can lead to penalties against teams and members of programs.
Student-athletes could face discipline and even dismissal for violations of team, department, University and/or NAIA policies
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Substance Abuse Policy for Student –Athletes The use of controlled substances (narcotics, marijuana, stimulants, etc.), and the abuse of alcohol by student-athletes, will adversely affect their academic performance, athletic achievements and personnel well-being. Student-athletes who abuse controlled substances put themselves, their teammates and the athletic program at risk. For these reason, Multnomah University Athletics does not tolerate substance abuse, the use of any substances banned by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, or the use of alcohol while enrolled at Multnomah University. Participation in intercollegiate athletics at Multnomah University is optional; however, student athletes who refuse to consent to drug screening under this policy, or refuse to participate in substance abuse prevention educational program will not be eligible to participate in athletic at Multnomah University. The office of Athletics is committed to enhancing the lives of every student-athlete who comes to our campus and chooses to be a part of our athletic programs. Multnomah University Athletics believes that a strong substance abuse prevention education and screening program are essential in the protection of our student-athletes from the harmful effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Alcohol Alcoholism is a progressive disorder that often leads to serious physical and psychological illness as well as an unacceptable social behavior. Any student athlete who chooses to consume alcohol will be held accountable for any alcohol related incident in which he/she is involved, whether they are legal implication or not. If a student athlete is involved in an alcohol related incident with legal implications under campus, state or federal laws, he/she will be subjected to the same similar sanctions as those for a positive drug test. If a student athlete is involved in an obvious alcohol related incident that is without legal implications, the head coach, athletic director, head athletic trainer, and the student life office will determine if the circumstances warrant counselling intervention and/or any additional sanctions. Tobacco NAIA legislation prohibits the use of tobacco products by all student-athletes, coaches, trainers, mangers, and officials, in all sports during practice and competition. The use of smoke and smokeless tobacco and vaping is prohibited on all Multnomah University property. Use of tobacco products is also prohibited in all practices, games, university vehicles and during university sponsored travel. Violators of this policy are subject to disciplinary sanctions by the head coach, and or athletic director. Drug Testing Drug testing will be conducted on selective and random basis, usually with unannounced test. Student- athletes may be subjected to testing during the entrance physical screening, or at any time throughout the academic year. Testing may include team testing, pre-season testing or post-season and or championship testing. A student-athlete who refuses to participate in a drug screening, or fails to report for a scheduled screening within the allowed time, will be considered medically ineligible. Sanctions for Positive Test Results In the event that a sample test positive at the laboratory, the lab will notify the athletic director. That notification will include the name of the person with the positive tests well as the substance category that
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was violated. The athletic director will then notify the head coach with the same information. At that time the following sanctions will be applied. NOTE: In the event that a sample test positive, the student athlete will then be held accountable for the full cost of the test. The cost will be automatically added to the student’s athlete’s bill and must be paid before grades can be received or registration may begin. FIRST OFFENSE: The student-athlete will be notified of a positive test in a meeting with the athletic director and the respective head coach. The student-athlete will be considered medically ineligible, and will not be permitted to participate in practices or competition for a period of time set by the athletic director. The period of ineligibility begins on the day of the official notification and lasts for a minimum period of 14 days which the student-athlete must be re-tested with negative results. In which time the athletic director will consider recommendations of the respective coach as well as the head athletic trainer before making any other recommendations for further consequences. After due consideration, the athletic director has the options to discontinue scholarship assistance, extend the period of ineligibility up to a period of one year, to require participants in an approved treatment or counseling program, undergo a mandatory health assessment, or any combination therefore. In addition, once a student-athlete tests positive for a banned substance, random selection will no longer apply, and the student-athlete can expect to be selected for participation the drug screening more frequently than other student-athletes. Before the student-athlete can regain eligibility the student-athlete must be retested with negative findings. SECOND OFFENSE: A student-athlete who test positive for a second time during his/her eligibility will be immediately and permanently expelled from intercollegiate athletics at Multnomah University. This includes loss of all athletic-related financial aid. Appeals Process If a student-athlete feels that the results of the test are in error, they may request that the split part of the sample re retested at the same laboratory that preformed the original test at their expense. If the student- athlete feels that sanctions are unduly harsh or unfair due to unusual circumstances, they may appeal in writing, the athletic director. The athletic director will then appoint an appeals committee and the student will present his/her case to the committee. The committee will then notify the student in writing of their decision within one week of the appeal. The student-athlete will remain ineligible during the appeals process.
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Drug Testing Policy The following procedures have been established to provide a safe and secure program for
screening Multnomah University student-athletes for substance abuse.
Drug screening will be coordinated by the Multnomah University Athletic department and head trainer which will take the necessary steps to ensure that specimen collection procedures are strictly followed. Notifications of a pending drug screening will be made to an athletes’ coach, who will notify their respective student-athletes that they have been selected. The student-athlete must report to the testing site at the assigned time. Once notified, failure for any reason to report to the testing site and within that timeframe will automatically be considered the same as a positive test and will be treated as such. Student-athletes will be required to present a picture I.D. at the time of the screening. Urine specimens will be taken under direct observation in order to prevent specimen tampering and or substitution. Any attempt to alter the test will constitute a positive test. The specimen will be divided at the lab with a portion reserved for re-testing in the initial testing of the specimen is either positive or suspect, or if the student-athlete’s see’s the need to appeal the findings. At the time of the drug screening, the student-athlete will have an opportunity to disclose the names and or types of any medically prescribed or over the counter substances they might have been taking that may affect the results of the screening. The student-athlete must remain at the collection site until excused by the lab personnel. If the laboratory determines that any banned substances are present in the sample, the athletic director will be confidentially notified thought testing lab personnel of the identity of the athlete with the positive test. The athletic director will then arrange a meeting with the student-athlete and the respective head coach. The Student Life Department will then be notified by the athletic director when such a notification is necessary to protect the student-athlete’s health and best interest.
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Non-Harassment/Hazing Policy The Multnomah University Athletic Department has a ZERO tolerance policy when it comes to harassment of any form and the consequences can be severe.
Multnomah University supports activities that are designed to develop community and to impart group traditions. We are committed to introducing new students to campus traditions, language and customs that enhance a sense of belonging and encourage involvement in university life. Understanding this, it is our desire to accomplish the following goals as students become members of campus activities, teams or groups:
1. To help students build positive relationships with others.
2. To familiarize students with current and historical traditions.
3. To provide an atmosphere in which students may come to understand that they are part of the Multnomah history, present and future.
We will make every reasonable effort to ensure that students who voluntarily participate in campus activities and groups are treated with dignity and respect, in accordance with the university’s mission, and that any induction or other activities fit within the mission statement as well as within common and civil law. Thus, induction and other group activities will be governed by the following expectations.
There is to be no behavior that causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger or physical harm, or mental or emotional harm, regardless of a person’s willingness to participate. Even if a participant claims that no one was forced to partake, such an activity or behavior is still considered hazing. Groupthink behavior, peer pressure and coercion often play a role. Specifically, please note the following:
• Activity that may cause bodily danger or physical harm includes physical activity such as (but not limited to) forced calisthenics or exposure to the elements, sleep deprivation or confinement. It also includes the forced consumption or application of food, liquid, alcohol or harmful substances.
• Mental or emotional harm includes embarrassment, ridicule, verbal abuse and personal humiliation.
• No activities are allowed that induce, cause or require students to violate local, state or federal law or campus rules and regulations.
• Only currently enrolled Multnomah University students may be involved in team or group-induction activities, unless they are given explicit permission to include others by their group advisor, coach or instructor.
Violation of this policy could also be a violation of Oregon state law (ORS 163.197), which may result in a student’s loss of financial aid. Any group/club/team member violating these standards risks suspension from group/team activities. Consequences may also involve sanctions for the entire group. Violations of
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the Hazing Policy for Oregon State Law will be assumed to constitute violations of university policy, as well.
HAZING DEFINTION Any act committed against someone joining or becoming a member or maintaining membership in any organization that is humiliating, intimidating or demeaning, or endangers the health and safety of the person. Hazing includes active or passive participation in such acts and occurs regardless of the willingness to participate in the activities. Hazing creates an environment or climate in which dignity and respect are absent.
Hazing is any action that is conduct by any means that is severe, pervasive, or persistent, and is of such a nature that it would cause a reasonable person in the victim’s position substantial emotional distress and undermine his or her ability to work, study, or participate in his or her regular life activities or participate in the activities of the university, and actually does cause the victim substantial emotional distress and undermines the victim’s ability to work, study, or participate in the victim’s regular life activities or participate in the activities of the university.
Prevention of hazing is the responsibility of every member of the University community. Each organization, as well as each individual, must accept the personal obligation to uphold the basic community values of being just, civil, and respectful of the rights of others. Anyone who is aware of a hazing incident or has been a victim of hazing should report it to the athletic staff immediately, in not doing so you are responsible for those actions.
PERSONAL HAZING OFFENSE A Person commits a “hazing” offense if the Person,
1. Engages in hazing. 2. Solicits, encourages, directs, aids, or attempts to aid another in engaging in hazing. 3. Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly permits hazing to occur. 4. Has firsthand knowledge of the planning of a specific hazing incident involving a student. 5. Has firsthand knowledge that a specific hazing incident has occurred, and knowingly fails to report it to the appropriate school officials.
OREGON LAW 2015 ORS 163.197¹
(1) A student organization or a member of a student organization commits the offense of hazing if, as a condition or precondition of attaining membership in the organization or of attaining any office or status in the organization, the organization or member intentionally hazes any member, potential member or person pledged to be a member of the organization.
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(2)(a) A student organization that violates subsection (1) of this section commits a Class A violation.
(b) A member of a student organization who personally violates subsection (1) of this section commits a Class B violation.
(3) Consent of the person who is hazed is not a defense in a prosecution under this section.
(4) As used in this section:
(a) "Haze" means:
(A) To subject an individual to whipping, beating, striking, branding or electronic shocking, to place a harmful substance on an individual’s body or to subject an individual to other similar forms of physical brutality;
(B) To subject an individual to sleep deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space or other similar activity that subjects the individual to an unreasonable risk of harm or adversely affects the physical health or safety of the individual;
(C) To compel an individual to consume food, liquid, alcohol, controlled substances or other substances that subject the individual to an unreasonable risk of harm or adversely affect the physical health or safety of the individual; or
(D) To induce, cause or require an individual to perform a duty or task that involves the commission of a crime or an act of hazing.
(b) "Member" includes volunteers, coaches and faculty advisers of a student organization.
(c) "Student organization" means a fraternity, sorority, athletic team or other organization that is organized or operating on a college, university or elementary or secondary school campus for the purpose of providing members an opportunity to participate in student activities of the college, university or elementary or secondary school. [1983 c.202 §2; 1999 c.1051 §152; 2009 c.493 §1]
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HAZING VS TEAM BUILDING
HAZING TEAM BUILDING
Humiliates and Degrades Promotes Respect and Dignity
Tears Down Individuals Supports and Empowers
Creates Division Creates Team Work
Life Emotional Scars Life Long Memories
Shame and Secrecy Pride and Integrity
Is a Power Trip Is a Shared Positive Experience
Examples of Violations: •Hazing •Vandalism/Property damage •Not upholding community code of conduct •Unregistered parties •Sexual Misconduct, Assault, Rape •Inappropriate behavior at athletic contests (or while traveling with a team) •Underage drinking or providing alcohol to minors •Use/involvement with illegal drugs •Use/involvement with firearms or hazardous chemicals
CRITICAL CONCEPTS IN HAZING PREVENTION
• Preemption and prevention is much more effective than reaction. • Defining hazing as an organization. • Hazing is often denied by calling it other things. • Secret meetings are detrimental to team moral. • Alcohol increases hazing incidents. • Tolerance for small hazing incidents often leads to bigger incidents. • Work as a team to discuss hazing prevention. • Have a standard reporting policy. • Have a strong anti-hazing policy.
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Sexual Harassment Policy Sexual misconduct (504-26-221) Sexual misconduct is any sexual activity with another that is unwanted and nonconsensual. Sexual misconduct includes physical contact as well as voyeurism.
Consent to sexual activity requires that, at the time of the act, there are actual words or conduct demonstrating freely given agreement to sexual activity-silence or passivity is not consent. Even if words or conduct alone seem to imply consent, sexual activity is nonconsensual when force or blackmail is threatened or used to procure compliance with the sexual activity; or, the person is unconscious or physically unable to communicate his or her unwillingness to engage in sexual activity; or, the person lacks the mental capacity at the time of the sexual activity to be able to understand the nature or consequences of the act, whether that incapacity is produced by illness, defect, the influence of alcohol or another substance, or some other cause. A person commits voyeurism if, for the purpose of arousing or gratifying the sexual desire of any person, he or she knowingly views, photographs, or films another person, without the person’s knowledge and consent, while the person being viewed, photographed, or filmed is in a place where he or she has a reasonable expectation of privacy. Stalking (504-26-223) Intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following a person and intentionally or unintentionally placing the person being followed or harassed in fear of physical harm to one’s self or property or physical harm to another person or another’s property.
Discrimination Prohibited This policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, and/or status as a veteran. Discriminatory harassment is one form of discrimination. Under this policy, discriminatory harassment is identified as conduct toward a particular individual, individuals, or groups on the basis of a protected status that is sufficiently severe or pervasive that it has the purpose or effect of: Creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment for individuals or groups; or Unreasonably interfering with the work, academic performance, living environment, personal security, or participation in any University-sponsored activity of individuals or groups. Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination. Sexual harassment encompasses unwelcome sexual advances, unwelcome requests for sexual favors or requests for sexual favors in exchange for some benefit, and/or unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature by a male or a female. Sexual harassment occurs when:
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Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of any individual’s employment or education; or Submission to or rejection of such behavior by an individual is used as the basis for employment or educational decisions affecting the individual; or A behavior is sufficiently severe and pervasive to interfere with any individual’s work or educational performance, or create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment. Examples of behaviors that may rise to the level of sexual harassment and, therefore, are prohibited by this policy include but are not limited to the following: 1. Physical Assault; 2. Direct or implied threats that submission to sexual advances will be a condition of employment, work status, promotion, grades, or letters of recommendation; 3. A pattern of behaviors that is unwelcome and severe or pervasive, resulting in unreasonable interference with the work or educational environment or creation of a hostile, intimidating or offensive work or educational environment and may include but is not limited to the following:
Comments of a sexual nature; Sexually explicit statements, questions, jokes, or anecdotes; Unnecessary or undesirable touching, patting, hugging, kissing, or brushing against an individual’s body; Remarks of a sexual nature about an individual’s clothing, body, or speculations about previous sexual experiences; Persistent, unwanted attempts to change a professional relationship to an amorous relationship; Subtle propositions for sexual activity or direct propositions of a sexual nature; and/or Uninvited letters, e-mails, telephone calls, or other correspondence referring to or depicting sexual activities Reporting and Immediate Action Anyone who believes she or he is a victim of discrimination or sexual harassment should take one or more of the following actions, as appropriate: Meet informally with a counselor from the MU Counseling Center to discuss the incident and seek information, guidance, and/or advice on the discrimination and sexual harassment policies of the University and protocols for reporting the incident; and/or Report the incident to his/her supervisor, who must report the incident to the Title IX Senior Coordinator and/or Deputy Coordinators for consultation and statistical purposes; and/or Report the incident to the Office of Title IX Senior Coordinator for investigation.
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The Title IX Office, Kim Stave, Senior Coordinator, 8435 NE Glisan St., Portland, OR 97220, (503) 251- 5314, [email protected] The Title IX Office will conduct prompt and effective investigations of incidents of alleged discrimination and sexual harassment; informing supervisors of the progress in the conduct of investigations; and report the results of the investigations to the supervisors, complainants and complaint respondents. Investigation reports and records will be released only pursuant to lawful public records requests. Complainants may withdraw from participation in the investigation of alleged discrimination or harassment, yet the Title IX Office may continue an investigation if the University is legally obligated to complete the investigation. Enforcement The University vigorously enforces this policy. Persons determined to have violated this policy shall be subject to sanctions imposed using the due process protections of applicable University policies and handbooks. The chosen sanction will be proportionate to the severity of the offense considering the totality of the circumstances of the incident (the nature, frequency, intensity, location, context, and duration of the alleged behavior). The chosen sanction will be adequately and appropriately severe to reasonably assure prevention of future offenses. The sanctions that are imposed, or other actions taken, will be reported to the complainant and the Title IX Office by the administrator imposing the sanctions.
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Athletics Staff/Student-Athlete Amorous Relationships Policy Purpose The purposes of this policy are: (1) to provide a safe and healthy environment for student-athletes so that they may reach their full potential as students and as athletes; and (2) to ensure that all coaches and other athletics department staff adhere to ethical practices and do not develop inappropriate relationships with student-athletes, regardless of their age or consent.
Definitions
Coach: Any person working as a head coach, associate/assistant coach, graduate assistant coach, intern coach, or volunteer coach in the athletics department Staff: Any employee, student-tutor, student-trainer, student-mentor or paid intern working in or for the athletics department in an administrative, management, or support capacity, or in any capacity in which they have "supervisory control" over student-athletes or have responsibility for the provision of services or other benefits to student-athletes.
Supervisory control: Includes any responsibility with the potential to affect the student-athlete's participation in the athletics program, and includes the provision of direct services and benefits to the student-athlete, such as: training, playing time, health services, academic and student life program support, tutoring, counseling, eligibility determinations, program compliance, and control over the student-athlete's team.
Student-athlete: Any student who is a member of an athletics team as defined by Multnomah University.
Amorous relationship: Any sexual, romantic, intimate or dating relationship.
Scope and Policy Requirements This policy strictly prohibits amorous relationships between any coach or staff member and any student- athlete. Every coach and staff member has an ethical obligation to maintain a professional relationship with student-athletes and to place the well-being of student-athletes ahead of the coach's or staff member's personal interests. This responsibility includes the duty to provide a safe and healthy environment for the student-athlete to flourish, and to serve as a role model within the confines of a professional relationship. As a result, no amorous relationship between a coach or staff member and a student-athlete can exist without jeopardizing the professionalism of the relationship with the student. The respect and trust the student-athlete places in a coach and athletics' staff, and the vulnerability of the student-athlete in that relationship, make "consent" unreliable and therefore irrelevant in this setting. Conflicts of interest are endemic to amorous relationships between coaches or athletics' staff and student-athletes, and the costs to the athlete, the team, the athletics program, and the University, necessitate a strict prohibition of amorous relationships between coaches or athletics' staff and student-athletes. At no period of time shall coaches and student-athletes be alone in a car, meet individually at coffee, or exclusively text and email with each other.
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Even when the coach or athletics' staff member has no direct professional responsibility for that student- athlete, other student-athletes may perceive that the student-athlete who has an amorous relationship with a coach or athletics' staff member may receive preferential treatment from the coach or staff member and/or their colleagues. Such relationships are incompatible with the ethical obligations of coaches and staff members and the integrity of the athletics program. Accordingly, the prohibition applies to relationships between all coaches or staff members and all student-athletes.
Reporting a Violation: Any person may allege a violation of this policy by contacting the Athletic director and or if the person does not feel comfortable making the report to a person within the athletics department, to the Title IX Coordinator. Any coach, staff member or student with information suggesting a possible violation of this policy must promptly report it, and failure to do so will be considered a violation of athletics department policy.
Investigation: Upon receipt of a report, the University will immediately undertake an investigation as outlined in the University's Policy Prohibiting Sexual Misconduct Discrimination and Retaliation.
Disciplinary Action: If Pacific determines that a coach or staff member has violated this policy, the coach or staff member shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Student- athletes found to have engaged in a relationship which violates this policy generally will not be subject to disciplinary action given the power imbalance inherent in amorous relationships with student-athletes.
Confidentiality: Complaints, reports and information related to possible violations of this policy shall be handled as confidentially as possible without jeopardizing the enforcement or this policy and the University's Policy Prohibiting Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination and Retaliation. Information received in connection with a suspected violation of this policy shall be disseminated only on a "need to know" basis; that is, only when necessary to ensure compliance with the policy and/or to ensure the safety of student-athletes or others who come in contact with the athletics program.
Retaliation: Any retaliation for reporting a violation of this policy, or for participating in good faith in any investigation of a violation of this policy, is strictly prohibited. Any persons taking retaliatory action in violation of this policy shall themselves be subject to discipline, up to and including dismissal. Retaliation occurs when an individual (staff member, employee, student or intern) suffers an adverse consequence because they exercised a right protected by Pacific. Protected rights include making complaints and participating in investigations. Adverse consequences include employment actions, such as demotion or discipline, as well as negative treatment of students (threats or intimidation) or loss of student/athletic privileges. Nothing in this policy prevents student-athletes from dating one another or other students not affiliated with Multnomah University athletics programs.
UNLESS IT IS CLEARED WITH THE AD PREVIOUS TO EACH EVENT, NO ATHLETE SHOUD RIDE ALONE WITH SOMEONE OF THE OPPOSITE SEX FOR GAMES OR PRACTICES. WHAT YOU DECIDE TO DO OUTSIDE OF A FORMAL ATHLETIC EVENT IS AT YOUR DISCRETION.
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Multnomah University Emergency Action Plan Emergency situations can arise at any time and immediate action is necessary to provide the best care possible. This Emergency Action Plan’s purpose is to provide the Multnomah Athletic Department a clear and concise standard for action when an emergency arises. A copy of the emergency action plan is available in the Athletic Training file on the Y drive or hanging on the bulletin board in the athletic training room. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) will be reviewed with Athletics staff each semester.
Emergency Personnel Roles:
The individuals involved as Emergency Personnel in an emergency can vary as it is dependent on factors such as which individuals are present, the athletic venue, and the type of emergency. There are 5 basic roles that should be filled in the event of an emergency.
1. Establish scene safety and immediate care to the athlete In the case of athletic events, the first responder is most often the athletic trainer or coach. A certified athletic trainer will be on-site for all intercollegiate home competitions. If the athletic trainer is not present, coaches are first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator(AED) certified. Copies of proof of certification are kept on file in the Athletics Department. The most qualified individual should provide acute care, and care should be yielded to the individual with the most appropriate training when they arrive on scene.
2. Activation of the Emergency Medical System In the event of a medical situation, call the Athletic Trainer, Collin Peterson at (818) 438- 9218 and the Athletic Director, Lois Vos, at (503) 201-3373. If the situation is an immediate emergency or life threatening, immediately calling 911 is critical to successful care. The Athletic Trainer carries a cell phone during all athletic events and a hardline is located in the athletics office to the left of the gymnasium entrance. Any designated individual who can talk calmly on the phone and knows the school address can activate EMS. The following information should be provided to the EMS dispatcher:
• Name, address of current location, telephone number of caller • Number of athletes injured, current condition, treatment being received • Specific directions to location, other information that is requested • Stay on line with dispatcher until told otherwise
3. Emergency Equipment Retrieval Any individual who know the location of the emergency equipment can retrieve emergency equipment so as to allow the first responder to provide continued care for the injured. Coaches and team managers are good candidates for this task. The following equipment will be available next to the scorer’s table during games and in the Athletic Training Room during practices.
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED also located inside gym on northeast wall)
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• Decompression Splints • Biohazard Kit • Spine board, straps, and crutches (stored in athletic training room) The athletic trainer oversees the routine maintenance of emergency equipment each month to ensure it is ready to use.
4. Direction of EMS to scene Campus Safety can be reached at (503) 251-6499 (campus ext. 6499) to help direct EMS to the scene. In the event of an emergency in Lytle gymnasium, Campus Safety will unlock any gates if necessary and escort emergency EMS to the gymnasium through the front doors using NE 87th avenue. In the event of an emergency at the Eastside Timbers Soccer Complex, the Athletic Director or individuals designated by the Athletic Director or Athletic Trainer will direct EMS to the scene.
5. Maintain crowd control A safe and controlled space free from outside disturbances should be maintained so that the athletic trainer and other emergency personnel can provide uninterrupted care. Coaches and assistant coaches will control their benches. The Athletic Director will be in charge of crowd control and evacuating the area if necessary. Campus Safety will assist once on scene.
Emergency Communication:
The certified athletic trainer will have a cell phone during intercollegiate competition, and coaches will carry a cell phone during practices. An emergency landline is located on the wall to the right of the Athletic Office doorway (ext. 6499 for Campus Safety).
Athletic Venues and Nearest Hospital
• Lytle Gymnasium, Multnomah University 8435 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220 o Providence Portland Medical Center 4805 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97213 • Eastside Timbers Soccer Complex 4710 SE 174th Ave, Portland, OR 97236 o Adventist Medical Center 10123 SE Market St, Portland, OR 97216
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New and Returning Student-Athlete Information Dear Multnomah Student-Athletes,
Welcome to Multnomah University Lions Athletics! We’re looking forward to having another great year together. Prior to participating on a team for practice or games at MU, you must provide the Athletic Training Department with a completed Health packet AS WELL AS FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: (Click the links to find)
Athlete Packet
Concussion Policy
Athlete Physical Evaluation
Player Bio Form
The Official Athletics Site of Multnomah University
All athletes please follow the following instructions: Print New Athlete Paperwork, Concussion Policy Form, and Athletic Physical Evaluation forms.
Get a pre-participation physical using the MU form. Physical forms must be turned into the athletic training staff before August 1st, each season. Forms must be completed by a non-family member. If you need help getting a physical completed let the Athletic Trainer (AT) know and he will assist you with getting one done.
Read completely the Concussion Policy and sign the last page (only the last page needs turned in).
Complete Athlete forms.
Copy front and back of your insurance cards.
Return completed forms to the Athletic Training Department. They can be emailed to the AT: [email protected] or dropped off in person in the Athletic Department office.
Verify with the AT that your file is complete.
**Note: If you will be under the age of 18 when you start at MU this fall you must have your parents sign all forms with you.
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All Student Athletes follow these instructions: Print Student Packet, Concussion Policy and Athlete Physical evaluation form.
If you have any questions, please email or call Athletic Trainer Collin Peterson: [email protected] 503-251-5388.
PLEASE NOTE!! –ATHLETES WHO DO NOT HAVE ALL THEIR MEDICAL PAPERWORK TURNED IN BY July 30th WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PRACTICE OR PARTICIPATE!
**Note Concussion policy is listed in appendices
IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
1.“Identification.” According to Article V, B.8, student-athletes must be registered for 12+ credits before they may represent the institution. So, if a student is not enrolled for 12+ cr. for the spring term at the end of fall term, or for the fall term at the end of the spring term, they would technically no longer be identified with the institution and should not play or practice or go on summer mission trips.
Bottom line, if an athlete is not registered for 12+ credits at the end of the fall or spring term, they have not identified with the institution and should not continue to represent the institution in competition or practices. Even during the “off” times of May 16th thru July 30th.
2.If a student athlete leaves Multnomah University for any reason (i.e. their own choice or removed from a team) said student-athlete must have an exit interview with Athletics Director before last day on campus.
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Sports Ministry Trips/Mission Trip Travel Waiver The Athletic Department at MU is very committed to international sports ministry; therefore, we very strongly encourage each coach to consider planning and going on ministry trips with their teams approximately every four years. NOTE: Ministry trips are entirely funded by raised funds. You are responsible to raise your own finances for the trip. Also note: As of (10/30/16) the institution (MU) has decided if you are taking anyone overseas for any reason and you are leading the team you need to include in the cost of your fundraising funds enough money to cover the cost of insurance with an “outside” company. MU insurance does not cover overseas activities
Mission Trip Travel Waiver
RESPONSIBILITY The various companies, owners, and other suppliers providing tour services are independent contractors and are not agents or employees of Multnomah University or the Athletic Department. Athletic Tour students and guests shall be subject to the rules, regulations, and guidelines of said entities.
Therefore, the Athletic Department shall not be held liable for any delays, accidents, loss, damage, or injury to person or property, mechanical defect or failure of any nature, however caused, beyond its control.
LIABILITY In case of events beyond our control, including, but not limited to, strikes, lockouts, natural disasters, fires, closures of airports, airlines, or hotels, that force us to cancel the Athletic Tour, no refunds will be given for any donated funds.
Multnomah University reserves the right to decide whether to accept or retain any traveler based on health, physical infirmity, mental condition, or general deportment who may, or does, infringe on the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of others.
PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS AND HEALTH WAIVER Neither Multnomah University nor the Athletic Department will pay any claims arising from any injury, sickness, mental distress, or other condition of yourself or a traveling companion which manifested itself, worsened, became acute, or had symptoms causing a person to seek diagnosis or treatment.
I the undersigned have read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions offered in this agreement.
Signed: ______Date ______
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Agreement for Release of Liability
ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNIFICATION
In consideration of being allowed to participate in program-related events and activities sponsored for or by Multnomah University while providing my own transportation, or agreeing to travel in a vehicle driven by a fellow Multnomah University student or employee, I understand, acknowledge, and agree to the following:
1. I hereby assume all risk associated with this transportation, whether known or unknown. I hereby waive all rights, claims or causes of action of any kind whatsoever against Multnomah University, its affiliates, managers, members, attorneys, staff, volunteers, faculty, agents or assigns. My release includes claims for property damage, injury or medical costs of any kind resulting from this transportation.
2. I agree to indemnify and hold Multnomah University its affiliates, managers, members, attorneys, staff, volunteers, faculty, agents or assigns harmless for any claims or any kind including for property damage, loss, or injury, whether brought by me, anyone on my behalf, or by any third person against me. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risk of loss, damage or injury sustained by me or by any third person due to my actions.
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STUDENT PARTICIPANT (print) AGE
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PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE DATE
FOR PARENT/GUARDIANS OF PARTICIPANTS UNDER AGE 18:
This is to certify that I consent, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for that for myself, my child, my heirs and assigns, I accept and agree to all of the provisions of this Agreement.
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE
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Multnomah University Transfer Waiver Form Pleas fill out and return to: Lois A. Vos – Athletics, Multnomah University Fax: (503)251-5396 Email: [email protected] TO:
ATHLETE: SPORT:
The above student-athlete has been identified with your institution and has contacted a member of our staff expressing an interest in transferring to Multnomah University. We are complying with NAIA Bylaw II D., in notifying your institution in writing.
Your intuitional athletic classification: Circle one, Two-year NAIA NCAA: Div. I Div. II Div. III
1. Did the athlete transfer to your institution? YES NO If Yes, please identify
2. In the student in good academic standing at your institution? YES NO If NO, why
3. Had the athlete stayed at your institution, would he/she have been YES NO eligible to participate athletically? If NO, Why
4. Was this student placed on disciplinary probation? YES NO
5. Number of semesters/quarters this student was enrolled? Full-time
Part-time
6. Did the student-athlete participate in intercollegiate YES NO athletics at your institution? (If yes, please list below)
Year: Sports: Practice: YES NO Compete: YES NO Year: Sports: Practice: YES NO Compete: YES NO Year: Sports: Practice: YES NO Compete: YES NO Year: Sports: Practice: YES NO Compete: YES NO
7. Has this student-athlete received a Hardship waiver ay you institution? YES NO If yes, waiver was granted by,
8. Do you have any objection to granting a release of the NAIA/NCAA YES NO Residency Rule for this student-athlete?
I certify the above statements are correct and complete in all respects as based on information at our institution.
Name: Title: Signature: Date:
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Course Withdraw/Drop Form
Semester Year Cohort Session
ID Number Last Name FIRST Change Fee By Date
Student Athlete: YES NO
Traditional Term: ADC/Modular Session
Weeks 2 and 3: NO signature required “W” assigned 20% or less: NO signature required “W” assigned
Week 4 & ff: Signature required “W” or “WF” assigned 21-75%: Signature required “W” or “WF” assigned
W/D Course # Sec Course Title Hours Date Professor Grade Signature
Registrar Signature:
CR before Change:
CR after Change:
Student-Athlete Signature if needed:
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Authorization to Release Information
I/we, , hereby authorize of Multnomah University to release confidential information to the following individual(s) and to obtain confidential information from them. Please provide their name, title, and phone number.
Please state the reason for this release and the type and extent of information you wish disclosed.
Identify any information that you do not wish to be released.
I understand that I can revoke this authorization at any time, except to the extent that action has already been taken to comply with it. Without my expressed revocation, this authorization will automatically expire on or under the following conditions:
Please print name here
Signature Date
Witness Date
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Academic Athlete Contract
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION IN MULTNOMAH UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS TO BE READ AND SIGNED BY ALL ATHLETES
As a participant in Multnomah University athletics you are required to be a full-time student, which is minimum 12 credit hours per semester. This requirement spans the entire academic year—even if your sport is fall or spring only.
By signing and dating below, you acknowledge this fact and agree that if you drop below full- time status, you will be ineligible to participate in Multnomah athletics. You further validate that any course withdrawal which causes you to have less than 12 hours will be reported immediately by you to the athletic director.
Signature
Date
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SAAPSS Signature Page
Student-Athlete Name (please print): ______
Primary Sport*: ______
Secondary Sport*: ______
Name of Coach of Secondary Sport (please print):______
Signature of Coach of Secondary Sport: ______
Date: ______
This signature indicates that the above-named coach has evaluated the student-athlete for participation in this sport, has met with the AD, and is satisfied regarding the student-athlete’s addition of a secondary sport.
Name of Coach of Primary Sport (please print): ______
Signature of Coach of Primary Sport: ______
Date: ______
This signature indicates that the above-named coach has met with the AD and is satisfied regarding the student-athlete’s addition of a secondary sport.
Signature of Athletics Director (AD): ______
Date: ______
This signature indicates that the coaches of the primary and secondary sports have met with the AD and that the AD is satisfied that the student-athlete may successfully participate in a secondary sport.
Signature of Student-Athlete: ______
Date: ______
This signature indicates that the student-athlete has contacted coaches of the primary and secondary sports and has consequently developed a personal plan to address any potential concerns or strategies related to academic and athletic success (please attach).
Once all signatures have been obtained, please file with the Multnomah University Athletic Dept.
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2018-2019 Contract for Athletic Financial Aid
Name
As an NAIA member, this is to certify that Multnomah University will offer to Student:
Sport: Choose one Athletic Aid: $
Multnomah University has the option to renew, cancel, increase or decrease assistance at the end of this period. This award is made in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the NAIA pertaining to the principles of amateurism, sound academic standards, and the principles governing financial aid to student-athletes (ART. III, Section B). Conditions for Contract Acceptance:
1. If the total amount awarded (including federal and state aid) exceeds the cost of tuition, fees, room and board, your scholarship amount will be adjusted to abide by NAIA and Multnomah University state and federal guidelines. 2. Multnomah University reserves the right to review and adjust the terms of this Contract for financial aid. If the conditions listed herein are not met, you may lose all or part of your aid at any time. You will be notified in writing as to any adjustments to this Contract. You may request an exception to any adjustments of this Contract by filing a petition with the Director of Athletics. 3. Upon signing this Contract for Athletic Financial Aid and the Cascade Conference Letter of Intent, you now declare your intention to enroll at Multnomah University. This Contract is based on your commitment that no other negotiations or dialogue with other colleges or universities will occur hereafter. Also, you agree to treat the athletic financial aid amount and specifics of this Contract as confidential information between only you, your family members, advisors and Multnomah University and will not disclose these terms to anyone else. 4. This Contract constitutes all institutional aid awarded. All institutional aid will be in the form of an athletic scholarship. All eligibility guidelines as outlined in accordance with financial aid policies must be met and maintained. 5. It shall be understood that to receive any aid noted above you must be fully accepted by Multnomah University and be in good standing with MU and the NAIA. 6. The coach reserves the right to withdraw all athletic financial aid if said athlete is not deemed eligible by the NAIA previous to the first practice. 7. The athletic aid amount is awarded for one year (disbursed equally between fall and spring semesters) and will be considered for renewal as long as you: a) disclose any medical history and current physical/medical condition that may affect your ability to participate, b) adhere to the spiritual and behavioral standards of your team, the athletic department, and Multnomah University, and c) maintain minimum eligibility and academic requirements as defined by Multnomah University and the NAIA. I accept the Contract for athletic financial aid and certify that: a) I shall enroll as a full-time student each semester and earn a minimum of 24 semester hours each year (including summer) progressing towards a Degree. b) Financial assistance extends 12 hours (up to a maximum of 18) per semester: Institutional policy excludes summer session from the assistance agreement. c) I shall attend all practice sessions, abide by all training rules, and attend all meetings and programs involving the sport. d) I shall conduct myself in a way that is not detrimental to MU, the team, the coaches, or myself in accordance with the school handbook and the department code of conduct. e) I understand that the above financial assistance may be cancelled during the period of its award if I voluntarily render myself ineligible for intercollegiate competition, misrepresent any information, engage in misconduct warranting disciplinary action by the Head Coach or other University officials, or suffer any injury in a non-athletic activity which renders me incapable of participation or if the conditions of this Contract are not met. By signing this Multnomah University Contract for Athletic Financial Aid and the Cascade Conference Letter of Intent, I now declare my intention to enroll at Multnomah University and acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the conditions and instructions of both.Student-Athlete______Date______
Head Coach______Date______Director of Athletics______Date______This athletic financial aid offer becomes void if not signed and returned by: ______
Please retain one copy for your records and return one copy to the Multnomah University Athletics Office.
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Year / Date: Scholarship: Student-Athlete: Coach: Director of Athletics: $ $
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Concussion Policy
This policy is to outline the process and procedure in dealing with an MU athlete that is suspected in having a concussion injury. This policy will also define what a concussion is and the signs and symptoms that occur when an athlete suffers one. Lastly, this policy will serve as a guideline to help protect and prevent any further injuries to the athlete, and structure a return-to-play format.
The references in this document for the information on, management of, return to play guidelines and treatment of a concussion are based on review of medical literature including, but not limited to, statements by the National Athletic Training Association, American Family Physicians, NCAA Manual of Sports Medicine, and various established university policies from various universities.
Concussions represent the most common brain injury in athletics, and in athletes that are participating in contact and/or collision sports. Concussion is defined as a “mild traumatic brain injury suffered by a traumatic biomechanical force.” Traumatic Biomechanical Force is “a direct blow that causes the head to snap forward, backward, or rotate to a side.” While most athletes return from a concussion with no complications, a concussion is a brain injury and can result in prolonged symptoms or even death, and should be treated with care and caution.
Sign and symptoms of a concussion can vary from different degrees of injury, from injury to injury, and from person to person. Sign and symptoms can start right after a concussion has occurred or can be delayed hours later. Any athlete that displays any of the following signs and symptoms should be thoroughly assessed by an athletic trainer or physician and immediately removed from play:
Headache Pressure in Head Neck Pain Nausea/ Vomiting Dizziness Blurred Vision Balance Problems Sensitivity to Light Sensitivity to Noise Feeling slowed Down Feeling in a Fog Don’t feel Right Difficulty Concentrating Difficulty Remembering Fatigue or Low Energy Confusion Drowsiness Irritable More Emotional Sadness Nervous or Anxious Trouble Falling Asleep Loss of Consciousness
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Sideline Management of Concussion:
If an athlete shows any of the following symptoms upon initial evaluation, the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) should be activated immediately so the athlete can receive the necessary emergency care:
Extended loss of consciousness Seizure activity Rapid decline of vital signs Suspected Spinal injury, skull fracture, or subdural hematoma
Any athlete suspected of having a concussion should be removed from play and evaluated by the athletic trainer or physician present. Any signs of concussion are grounds for removal from competition or practice.
What should I do if I think I have a concussion?
Don’t Hide It. Tell your Athletic Trainer and Coach. Never ignore a blow to the head. Also, tell your Athletic Trainer or Coach if you think one of your teammates might have a concussion. Sports have injury timeouts and player substitutions so that you can get checked out. Do not try to just play through concussion symptoms. The sooner you get it checked out the sooner you can return to play.
Get Checked Out. Your Physician and Athletic Trainer can tell you if have had a concussion and when you are cleared to return to play. A concussion can affect your ability to perform everyday activities, your reaction time, balance, sleep and classroom performance.
Take time to recover. If you have had a concussion, your brain needs time to heal. While your brain is still healing, you are much more likely to have a repeat concussion. In rare cases, repeat concussions can cause permanent brain damage, and even death. Severe brain injury can change your whole life.
It is better to miss one game than the whole season. When in doubt, get checked out.
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Guidelines for Return to Play after a Concussion:
Return to play protocol will be initiated after an athlete has been both physically and cognitively free from symptoms for 24 hours. The athlete may only move on to the next step after 24 hours with no increase in symptoms with the current step. The Medical staff will determine this.
Baseline (Step 0): As the baseline step of the Return to Play Progression, the athlete needs to have completed physical and cognitive rest and not be experiencing concussion symptoms for a minimum of 24 hours. Keep in mind, the younger the athlete, the more conservative the treatment.
Step 1: Light Aerobic Exercise
The Goal: only to increase an athlete’s heart rate.
The Time: 5 to 10 minutes.
The Activities: exercise bike, walking, or light jogging.
Absolutely no weight lifting, jumping or hard running.
Step 2: Moderate Exercise
The Goal: limited body and head movement. The Time: Reduced from typical routine
The Activities: moderate jogging, brief running, moderate-intensity stationary biking, and moderate- intensity weightlifting
Step 3: Non-contact Exercise
The Goal: more intense but non-contact
The Time: Close to Typical Routine
The Activities: running, high-intensity stationary biking, the player’s regular weightlifting routine, and non-contact sport-specific drills. This stage may add some cognitive component to practice in addition to the aerobic and movement components introduced in Steps 1 and 2.
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Step 4: Practice
The Goal: Reintegrate in full contact practice.
Step 5: Play
The Goal: Return to competition
Guidelines for Return to learn after a Concussion:
If you are diagnosed with a concussion you will need to have cognitive rest for the first 24 hours. That includes, no TV, listening to music, phone, reading, homework, games, or online activity. You’ll need to just rest. The Multnomah Athletic Department will work with your instructors and you to return you to class as symptoms allow.
You can find more information on Concussions at www.cdc.gov/headsup/
Multnomah University Athletics and Athletic Training Staff reserve the right to deny participation to any MU athletic activity or MU athletic sport due to any injury or any history of injuries that may put an athlete at risk to further injure themselves.
I, ______have read and understand Multnomah University’s
Concussion policy and agree to let my Coach and Athletic Trainer know immediately if I
have any of the signs and symptoms of a concussion no matter how minor they feel.
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Student-Athlete Contract
All student-athletes are required to read and assume responsibility for all the information in this handbook.
I understand that this handbook is to be used as a reference tool for general information and that I should seek out either my head coach of the proper athletics administrator with questions and or specific issues.
I have read and understand that I will follow uphold the values, mission and goals of not only MULTNOMAH ATHELTICS, but the University as a whole.
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