Idaho State University 2017-18 STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK
I have received and read the Student-Athlete Handbook, and understand and accept the responsibilities of being a Student- Athlete at Idaho State University. I understand that at any time, I can seek the advice of my Coach, Director of Athletics, Compliance Officers, Faculty Athletics Representative, and any other departmental personnel with any questions I may have.
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2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 1 NOTES
2 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook background letter from isu president letter from isu athletic senior staff history of holt arena mission statement diversity statement roles & responsibilities of coaching staff
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 3 ISU President Arthur Vailas
Arthur C. Vailas, Ph.D., became the 12th president of Idaho State University on July 1, 2006. He came to Idaho State from the University of Houston, where he had held the dual role of vice president for research and intellectual property management, and vice chancellor for research of the University of Houston System. He also held a joint appointment at UH as tenured professor of mechanical engineering, and biology and biochemistry. He held a distinguished chair in the latter discipline. By the time he left UH, that university’s research productivity had grown 400 percent, and UH possessed an impressive intellectual-property portfolio.
Among the important honors Dr. Vailas received while at the University of Houston was a congressional appointment to the national board of the nonprofit Mickey Leland National Urban Air Toxics Research Center. He was later elected vice chairman. The NUATRC, a research facility, gathers scientific information on the human-health effects caused by exposure to air toxics. The center’s research program, developed collaboratively by scientific experts from academia, industry and government, seeks to fill the gaps in scientific data that are required to make sound environmental-health public-policy decisions.
Prior to joining the University of Houston, Dr. Vailas held a succession of academic and administrative positions at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, advancing rapidly through the academic ranks. Within three years he was promoted from associate to full professor in the department of kinesiology in the College of Education. Throughout his time at Madison, 1988 – 1995, he also was director of the university’s Biodynamics Laboratory.
President Vailas’s successful academic career began at the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1982. He was hired that year as assistant professor in the department of physiological science. He was promoted to associate professor in 1988. A personal milestone came for him and his wife, Laura, in 1984 with the birth of their daughter, Alexandra.
4 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Dear Student-Athletes: Welcome to an exciting year of NCAA Division I college athletics. You have chosen to participate in the highest level of intercollegiate athletics while continuing your education and we are proud to have you as a member of the Bengal Family.
What is the Bengal Family? It’s the administrators, coaches, staff, boosters, faculty, season ticket holders, alumni, parents, fellow students and all who live in Southeastern Idaho. Not only is the Bengal Family people, but it is also about an attitude – the will and desire to get it done and do it the right way.
The athletic department’s plans to further develop the family attitude in our work and relationships with the greater University community. Making good choices and contributing in our community is part of the Bengal Family experience.
Best wishes and GO BENGALS!!!
Jeff Tingey Director of Athletics
Nancy Graziano Donna Hays Jim Kramer Joe Borich Associate A.D. / Executive Assistant A.D. Assistant A.D. Senior Woman Director of for Financial for Development Administrator the BAB Services
Steve Schaack Matt Steuart Joel Vickery James H, Yizar Jr. Assistant A.D. Assistant A.D. Assistant A.D. for Assistant A.D. for Media for Academics Compliance for Student Relations Success 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 5 holt arena
In 1966 after the Idaho State University football team played a night game at the University of Tulsa, ISU President William E. “Bud” Davis, Athletic Director Milton W. “Dubby” Holt, Assistant Athletic Director Babe Caccia, Head Football Coach Leo McKillop, and Athletic Trainer Phil Luckey all met with Ralph Clark, a constructor engineer and proud father of ISU football player Joe Clark, about having the ability to host their own night football games. The original plans were to build the dome over Davis Field across from the Student Union Building, where they were currently playing their games. That idea, however, was not plausible due to Red Hill and the Heating plant nestled against the field. So, the men decided on a piece of land, which had been the Pocatello Airport before World War 2, currently across from the Lecture Center on upper campus. The students of Idaho State University voted to increase their tuition by seventeen dollars to help pay off the construction. Construction broke ground on October 1, 1968 and two years (April 1970) and 2 million 800 thousand dollars later Idaho State had her dome. The field itself is 73,000 square feet. The 400 by 420 foot building has the height of 108 feet from the floor to the ceiling and seats a little over 12,000 spectators. The dome was given the name, the Minidome by the students of ISU, after the Astro Dome in Houston, Texas; the Minidome was a mini Astro Dome and hence the name. The Minidome hosted its first and the largest event in April 1970, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir bringing with it 16,000 spectators. In September of 1970 the football team hosted their first game and beat the University of Las Vegas on turf. Since then the Minidome has seen many firsts, the first pro-track meet was run on the dome’s 220-yard wooden oval track and 110 yard straightway. The first nationally televised football game in Idaho was broadcasted by NBC in 1972. In 1973, the NCAA First-Round Basketball Tournament was hosted at the Mindome and in 1977 the Idaho State Men’s Basketball team beat the University of Long Beach to make it to the Final 8 playing UCLA at BYU. The dome also hosted in the first two rounds of the NCAA Football Playoffs in 1981, in which Idaho State’s Football team won the NCAA National Championships. Concerts and events have been brought in ranging from Bob Hope, Garth Brooks, Disney on Parade, the Dodge National Rodeo, Roller Derby, to the Ice-capades production with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang flying overhead by cables and Pluto at the wheel. In 1988 the Minidome’s name was changed to the Holt Arena after Milton W. “Dubby” Holt. Dubby was the visionary of the dome and throughout the years contributed a great amount of time, energy, and love to Idaho State. Dubby was the Head Coach of Boxing (1946-1960), Track (1946-1967), Swimming (1963-1966), the Athletic Director (1967-1978), and is still an active spectator at Idaho State Athletic Events.
6 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Idaho State University Department of Athletics is to promote the well being of student-athletes and support their success in social, cultural, athletic, personal, and academic endeavors.
Statement of principles: In order to achieve its mission, the Idaho State University Department of Athletics espouses and adheres to the following principles:
Adherence Principle: the Athletics Department will create an environment where the administrative and coaching staffs strictly uphold all policies, rules, regulations and by- laws of the University, Big Sky Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Contribution Principle: As an integral and visible part of the University and the community of Southeast Idaho, the intercollegiate athletics program contributes significantly to the outreach mission of the University, both in fostering institutional spirit and generating spectator appeal.
Health Principle: the well-being of student-athletes is the most important priority of the Athletics Department. Safety of students at all times on campus and participation in athletics is integrated in to the planning and conduct of activities.
Integrity Principle: the Athletics Department will create an environment where all staff members will confidently conduct their programs with the highest level of integrity and excellence.
Equity Principle: the Athletics Department will create an inclusive environment wherein diverse student-athletes regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class under federal, state or local law are given opportunities for participation and success in academics and athletics without fear of discrimination or harassment.
Value Principle: The Idaho State University athletics program will contribute to educational and personal growth of young men and women by developing the positive attributes of dedication, discipline, responsibility, cooperation, self-confidence, leadership and citizenship learned while striving for individual, team, and institutional success.
Excellence Principle: The success of the program is to be measured by the performance of its student-athletes and staff in their academic and athletic pursuits, both in their years at Idaho State University and in their lifelong contributions to society.
“ISU Athletics...Developing Minds, Bodies, and Futures”
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 7 Sexual and Gender Based Discrimination, Harassment and other Sexual Misconduct: Title IX Notice of Non-Discrimination
Idaho State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. It reads: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” -Legal Citation: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and its implementing regulation, 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX). Title IX protects all people regardless of their gender or gender identity from sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.
Sexual Discrimination refers to an adverse act of sexual discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual assault) that is perpetrated against an individual on a basis prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its implementing regulations. Sexual Harassment is unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that includes, but is not limited to: Sexual violence Sexual advances Requests for sexual favors Indecent exposure Verbal, nonverbal or physical unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature
These actions are considered sexual harassment when such conduct is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that its effect, whether or not intended, is considered to be limiting the individual’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or opportunities offered by the university. Acts of verbal, non-verbal or physical aggression, intimidation or hostility if based on gender or gender-stereotyping may be considered sexual harassment, even if those acts do not involve conduct of a sexual nature.
Other Sexual Misconduct refers to a physical sexual act that includes, but is not limited to: Assault Battery Unwelcome touching Rape Sexual violence
These acts may be perpetrated against an individual who has not given consent or against an individual who is incapable of giving consent, due to the use of drugs, alcohol, or other incapacitation.
Retaliation Any person who brings forward a complaint or participates in an investigation is protected from retaliation to the full extent of the law.
Complaints: Who to Contact While compliance with the law is the responsibility of all members of the ISU community, listed below are the staff members who have primary responsibility for Title IX compliance. Concerned parties may choose to contact any of the following individuals and make a complaint under the grievance procedures at ISU. ISU is committed to resolving issues through our internal processes. We have programs designed to support and assist victims. Individuals also have the right to file a complaint directly with the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) under the 8 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook complaint process of the OCR.Individuals also have the right to file a complaint directly with the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) under the complaint process of the OCR.
Title IX Coordinator Stacey Gibson Director of Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Diversity 157 Rendezvous 921 South 8th Ave. Stop 8315 Pocatello ID 83209-8315 (208) 282-3973 [email protected]
Duties and Responsibilities: Monitoring and oversight of overall implementation of Title IX Compliance at the University, including coordination of training, education, communications, and administration of grievance procedures for faculty, staff students and other members of the University community.
Title IX Deputy Coordinators
For Students: Patricia Terrell Director of Student Life PSUB, Hypostyle, Room 204 921 South 8th Ave. Stop 8123 Pocatello ID 83209-8315 (208) 282-2794 [email protected]
For Faculty, Staff and Visitors: Brian Sagendorf Director of Human Resources Administration Building 108 921 South 8th Ave. Stop 8107 Pocatello ID 83209-8315 (208) 282-2517 [email protected]
For Athletics: Nancy Graziano Associate Athletic Director South Side Holt Arena, Athletic Admin., Room 135K 921 South 8th Ave. Stop 8173 Pocatello ID 83209-8315 (208) 282-4503 [email protected]
Additional Resources To file a complaint of possible Title IX violations or to make an inquiry, you may contact one of the above individuals and you may also contact:
ISU Public Safety U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (208) 282-2515 or [email protected] (800) 421-3481 or [email protected]
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 9 Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Diversity Statement
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics fully embraces ISU Diversity Plan and the following ISU diversity statement: Idaho State University commitment to diversity is not to set specific numerical goals, but to expect each of the Vice Presidents, Deans, and Department Directors to fully comply with the Affirmative Action/EEO Diversity Policies. The expectation is to develop and implement strategies for increasing and maintain racial, ethnic, and gender diversity in their respective areas.
As a public institution of higher education, Idaho State University has both an extraordinary opportunity and a special responsibility to create and maintain a climate that affirms diversity of persons as well as diversity of views. Diversity is an indispensable component of academic excellence. A commitment to diversity means a commitment to the inclusion, welcome and support of individuals from all groups, encompassing the various characteristics of persons in our community. Among these characteristics are race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, socioeconomic background, religion, sexual orientation and disability. In its effort to enhance and maintain diversity, Idaho State University recognizes that particular focused effort must be placed on including members of groups who have historically been subject to discrimination and are still underrepresented in the campus community.
Intercollegiate Department of Athletics at ISU will respect the backgrounds and perspectives of our student-athletes and employees. In efforts to promote diversity, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will: • Create an inclusive environment wherein diverse student-athletes are given opportunities for participation and success in academics • Create greater efforts in commitment and communication of diversity among campus community • Assures that the needs and issues affecting student-athletes from diverse backgrounds are addressed through University and departmental programming • Assures equitable opportunities while being proactive in recruiting minority student-athletes and employees • Promote respect for and sensitivity to the dignity of every person and refrain from discrimination.
[Updated 5/20/17] Roles and Responsibilities of Coaching Staff “ISU Athletics...Developing Minds, Bodies, and Futures”
Members of the coaching staff at Idaho State University play an important role in the academic, athletic and personal development of student-athletes. The physical and mental well-being of student-athletes is of paramount concern for the coaching staff.
Coaches must subscribe to the Mission Statement of the University and the Mission Statement and Principles of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Coaches will also be responsible for conducting their programs consistent with the following guidelines.
The coaching staff is committed to providing the highest quality of athletic coaching to further develop the abilities of student-athletes while always protecting the personal welfare of these student-athletes. Coaches will be responsible for plans and strategies to achieve this goal for student-athletes. Additionally coaches will strive to increase their teaching and coaching abilities by participation in educational and faculty development opportunities.
The goal of the coaching staff will be to recruit students possessing excellent athletic talents who meet the admissions standards of Idaho State University. Coaches will be responsible for providing an environment that is supportive of academic and athletic achievement of these student athletes. Coaches should be as committed to the academic success, including graduation, of their student athletes as they are to the athletic success of their team.
10 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Accordingly, coaches will schedule practice sessions and competitions in a manner that will ensure student-athletes adequate time to pursue their academic goals. Members of the coaching staff will also encourage student-athletes to use the resources provided by the campus to further develop their academic and personal potential.
Coaching staff members are expected to support the aspirations, goals and fundraising activities of the various internal and external constituencies of the Idaho State campus. Coaches’ personal conduct will foster positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, media and friends of the University.
Members of the coaching staff are expected to conduct their programs consistent with the regulations of the institution, conference and National Collegiate Athletic Association. The integrity of the athletic program is to be held in the highest regard at all times and coaches will deport themselves in a manner that reflects this commitment.
Coaches are responsible for conducting their programs within their budgets. In addition, coaches must adhere to all guidelines and accept additional appropriate responsibilities assigned to them by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and University Administration.
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 11 NOTES
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2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 13 ISU Student Policies STUDENT- ATHLETE SUPPORT OFFICE The Student-Athlete Support Office was established to provide you with academic assistance to help you take full advantage of educational opportunities so that you can achieve the most from your educational experience at Idaho State University. Department of Intercollegiate Athletics personnel understand that as a student-athlete you are in a unique situation with additional responsibilities and time constraints. The Department has every interest in supporting you not only athletically, but also academically. This multifaceted program is directed towards maximizing the academic experience for all student-athletes. The program staff will assist you in: • Securing information • Campus referrals: with programs such as counseling, career planning, and testing • Coordinating class selections • Assessing and monitoring your academic progress • Tutorial assistance • NCAA and Big Sky Conference rules and regulations • Preparing required eligibility reports
The primary goal of the Student Support Office is to provide resources for your personal well being while you are a student at ISU. You are encouraged to work closely with this office. The Student Support Staff presents seminars covering the following topics: • Substance Abuse • Study Skills • Time Management • Healthy Lifestyles • Eligibility • University and Community Resources • Fifth-Year Aid Eligibility and Funding • Media Relations and Interviews • And any other topics as needed
ISU ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES Your admission to Idaho State University demonstrates your potential for academic success. It is now important to continue to meet ISU requirements by making satisfactory progress toward your desired degree. You may elect to fulfill degree requirements as outlined in any one catalog in effect during your dates of registration. A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation with a Bachelor’s degree, 36 of those credits must be in upper division courses (3000-4000 level).
APPLICATION FOR A MAJOR IN A FIELD OF STUDY Your major must be officially declared no later than the beginning of yourth 5 semester. Failure to do so will bring ineligibility for competition. When applying for your major: 1. Complete the prerequisites for your major field of study and meet with your major advisor, assigned by the department or college. 2. Apply to the appropriate department or college for admission. • Official declaration of major should be submitted to the major department prior to the end of your 4th semester • Your personal “academic road-map,” which you can obtain from your major advisor, must be completed prior to declaring your major 3. When pursuing a double major or double degree, both departments and colleges must be applied to: • The “academic road-map” should be given to the Student Support Office, to ensure your academic progress is monitored by the Faculty Athletic Representative
14 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook SUMMER SCHOOL If you are going to attend summer school please notify the Student Support Office and complete the summer school application prior to March 16, 2018. • You must obtain permission from the Faculty Athletics Representative to ensure the courses selected will satisfy eligibility requirements (rule 40-60-80) • You can only take 6 credits (25%) of your 24 credits toward satisfactory progress during summer school • If you plan to attend summer school at an institution other than ISU, you need to pick up and complete a Summer School Approval Form to ensure credits earned will transfer to ISU. Approval forms can be picked up at the Student Support office in Holt Arena THIS MUST BE DONE BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE ISU CAMPUS FOR SUMMER VACATION. Summer school at other Universities or Junior Colleges cannot improve your ISU GPA • Student-athletes may NOT use online courses from institutions other than Idaho State University for eligibility purposes
CLASS ATTENDANCE GO TO CLASS! It cannot be overemphasized that there is a direct correlation between classroom attendance and academic success. It is policy at ISU that students should attend all class sessions to ensure continued enrollment in the course, and failure to attend may affect your continuing eligibility for financial aid. If you are going to miss one or more classes, be sure to inform your instructor before the start of classes. If you are having problems in a class, your professor is more likely to work with you if you have demonstrated an interest in the class by attending class routinely.
Your professor’s department will be informed of your team travel itinerary. In addition, you need to personally inform your professor prior to your absence. A letter will be created for you from the student support office, outlining your missed class schedule upon your request. You are responsible for all work and material missed. If your professor has special attendance or make-up test rules, be sure that you are familiar with them. If you are having difficulties with a specific professor because of missed class time due to illness or team travel, notify the Director of Student Support. Time Demands for Student-Athletes PRACTICE TIMES Practice times for Idaho State athletic teams will be set by coaches and athletic administrators at appropriate times in order to maximize students’ class schedules, facility usage and student welfare issues. Please remember that it is against NCAA rules to miss classes to attend practice. Questions on practice times and/or class schedules should be directed to the Coach and/or your sport assigned Academic Advisor.
CLASS ATTENDANCE (AGAIN!) Academically, it is required that all student-athletes attend class. There is a direct correlation between classroom attendance and academic success. Athletes should inform instructors if illness requires him/her to miss a class. All excused absences related to athletic activities must be approved through the athletic advisor’s office. If a conflict is caused by away games, instructors should be notified in advance and any class material or testing missed is at the discretion of the instructor if any makeup will be allowed.
Class attendance and grades will be checked by the head coach and/or Athletic academic advisor’s on a regular basis. Head coaches are instructed to take disciplinary action when athletes miss class or grades do not reflect academic progress.
FINAL EXAMINATION PERIOD No athletic events are to be scheduled during the final examination period. Any waivers of this rule must be approved by the Athletic Director at the time of scheduling.
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 15 POST SEASON COMPETITION The Director of Athletics, with the approval of the President, may accept invitations for individuals and/or teams to participate in postseason competition according to the following guidelines: a. the competition is sanctioned by the NCAA and/or the conference b. the loss of academic time is minimized c. the student-athlete is responsible for completing any academic assignments missed
TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION NCAA rules specify that an eligible student-athlete may receive actual and necessary travel expenses to represent the institution in athletics competition, provided the team traveling to a competition when classes are in session, departs for the competition no earlier than 48 hours prior to the start of actual competition and remains no more than 36 hours following the conclusion of the actual competition even if the student-athlete does not return with the team. If a student-athlete will not be returning to campus with the team from a team trip, the student-athlete in advance of the trip must complete a liability waiver. ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY
ISU‘s Faculty Athletics Representative is responsible for certifying that you have met the NCAA eligibility requirements. Your eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics is determined by reviewing your admissions file, registration records, and academic performance.
Academic dishonesty is taken very seriously by both the University and the Athletics Department. Academic integrity is expected of all student-athletes. Academic dishonesty in any form is unacceptable. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating and plagiarism. For more details see the ISU Student Handbook. For more details regarding student- athlete responsibility and consequences as it pertains to academic dishonesty see the Idaho State University Student-Athlete Code of Conduct. (Pg. 39-42)
To maintain eligibility you must meet the following progress requirements: • The 40/60/80% rule • Declare your major no later than your 5th semester of enrollment • Completing the required units for your designated degree • Maintaining a GPA that places you in good academic standing • Must pass 6 credits each semester • Must pass 18 credits during the academic year (not including summer) • Freshman year must pass 24 credits (summer included) • All football players must pass 9 credits during the fall semester in order to have full eligibility the following season.
BIG SKY CONFERENCE ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS 1. Freshmen who have completed registration, and are in compliance with the NCAA required grade-point average shall be eligible for all varsity sports. 2. Transfer students must be in compliance with the NCAA required grade-point average to be eligible for competition. 3. Student-athletes shall be subject at all times to institutiona and NCAA regulations regarding initial eligibility and good academic standing. A. Grade-point average requirements: • All students must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA at all times to remain elegible for compitetion. • All graduate students must maintain an minimum 3.0 GPA at all times to remain eligible for competition. B. GPA’s shall be computed on the basis of hours attempted (withdrawal and incompletes not included) and in accordance with institutional academic policy. C. In classifying transfer students for the application of the GPA, total terms in residence at all collegiate institutions shall be considered. After one semester at ISU, only the ISU GPA shall be considered. (See A) 16 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook D. If any students are ineligible for athletic competition at the beginning of any semester by reason of incomplete grades, they may become eligible during the semester upon the removal of the incomplete grade or grades on the official records in the Registrar’s Office. E . Any student-athlete in his/her FINAL year of intercollegiate competition must have a 2.00 cumulative grade point average for credit hours earned at Idaho State University. 1. This rule should be interpreted to require a 2.00 ISU GPA at the beginning of the semester in which the competitive season in the student-athlete’s sport begins. For student-athletes who participate in fall sports this will be applied at the beginning of the fourth year of intercollegiate enrollment for those who were not red-shirted, and at the beginning of the fifth year of collegiate enrollment for those who were red-shirted. 2. The GPA rule specified above should continue to be applied on a semester-by-semester basis for multi-sport athletes and for those whose competitive season spans both semesters, e.g. basketball, track, tennis, etc. F. Students who are academically eligible during a term are academically eligible between terms until the first day of classes of the succeeding term. Students who have been academically ineligible during a term remain so until grades which make them eligible are received in the Registrar’s Office on the official grade sheet.
*Grade Point Average: If at any time your overall grade point average falls below a 2.0 (3.0 for graduate students) at the time of eligibility certification, you are ineligible for competition and may have to forfeit your ATHLETIC AID. ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY RULES To remain eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics, the criteria specified below must be met. 1. Five-Year Rule • 5 calendar years are provided for you to complete your 4 athletic seasons in a sport. The 5-year clock begins when you register full time and attend classes or practice at any collegiate institution. These years are continuous. You DO NOT regain time during which you are not enrolled in school. Exception: Military, Church Mission or Pregnancy
Figure 1: Percentages Required to Maintain Eligibility
Prior to: 3rd Year/5th Semester 4th Year/7th Semester 5th Year/9th Semester
40% 60% 80% 48 Credits 72 Credits 96 Credits Requirements 120 x 40% = 120 x 60% = 120 x 80% = 48 Credits 72 Credits 96 Credits
SEE DETAILS IN FIGURE 2- ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
2. To be eligible to Practice and Receive Aid at ISU you must: · Be a Full-time student – be enrolled in 12 credits or more
3. To be eligible for Competition, Practice and Receive Aid at ISU you must: A. Be a Full-time student- be enrolled in 12 credits or more B. Meet the NCAA and Idaho State University GPA rule (2.0 or higher) C. Demonstrate satisfactory academic progress: • Earn a minimum of 18 credits per academic year • Prior to start of 3rd full time semester, must successfully pass 24 credits • Must complete minimum of 6 credits in previous semester • All football players must pass 9 credits during the fall semester in order to have full eligibility the following
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 17 season. D. Declare a major by the start of fifth full-time semester E. Meet benchmarks toward graduation (40%, 60% and 80%) 4. Progress toward degree course work • Includes approved general education, prerequisite, major, minor, and elective courses for which passing grades are earned. See University Catalog for grade requirement online at www.isu.edu/catalogs.shtml.
Figure 2- Eligibility Requirements Year of Leaving Entering Entering Entering Entering Initial First Year of Second Third Fourth Fifth Year of Collegiate Enrollment Year of Year of Year of Enrollment Enrollment Enrollment Enrollment Enrollment
*A maximum of 6 * 24 semester * 40% of degree * 60% of degree * 80% of degree remedial credits credits passed required required required can be used the * 18 credits passed * 18 credits passed * 18 credits passed * 18 credits passed during academic Fall 2003 1st year during academic during academic during the year and after year year academic year * 6 credits passed * 6 credits passed * 6 credits passsed * 6 credits passed per semester per semester per semester per semester * 2.0 GPA * 2.0 GPA * 2.0 GPA * 2.0 GPA *Declare your major
PETITIONS AND GRADES A student may petition to the appropriate college dean or committee for consideration of problems of curricula or admission, which are not covered by stated procedures. Curricular petitions must include: • A recommendation from the student’s advisor • A recommendation by the chair of the department offering courses in the field or by a special committee overseeing the requirement • A catalog copy of descriptions of courses transferred from other institutions if the course is to be considered in a test of course equivalency. All copies of the petition are to be advanced to the Registrar’s Office for action after all signatures are affixed. Decisions may require several weeks and notice of the result will be mailed to the students. The student may petition: • The deletion of grades for computation of the grade point average (GPA) under these conditions: a. When a student changes to a radically different curriculum, lower division courses, which are not required or not appropriate to the new curriculum may be eliminated from computation of the GPA’s for the purpose of determining probation or graduation at the discretion of the dean who has responsibility of the new curriculum b. This adjustment will not be made until the conclusion of one semester in the new curriculum c. Courses that satisfy the general education requirements in the university cannot be removed from GPA computation • Academic dismissal and reinstatement • Substitution of departmental requirements • Substitution of the general education requirements • Deficiencies in general education requirements
For more information on the following, see the current ISU Catalog: The Idaho State Catalog can be found online at www.isu.edu/catalogs.shtml • ISU academic probation & dismissal • Declaring a major
18 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook • ISU grading system • Grade point average • Grades for transfer courses • Midterm grades • Honors • Applications for graduation • Grade requirements for graduation
MIDTERM GRADES Any student-athlete receiving a D, F, U, X (not attending), or I (incomplete) grade on a midterm report will have 24 hours to rectify the grade or complete an academic recovery plan with their professor. The recovery plan must be signed by the student- athlete, the professor, and the student-athlete’s head coach. This plan must be approved by a member of the student support staff in the athletic department. Failure to rectify the grade or complete an academic recovery plan will result in immediate suspension from all team functions. Team functions include, practice, film, lifting and conditioning, travel and competition. The suspension will last until the grade is rectified or the academic recover plan is completed.
TRANSFER COURSES When students transfer credits to Idaho State University, the University reserves the right to reclassify credits designated as correspondence, extension, credit by examination and repeated credit according to its own policy governing the acceptance and limitations of such credit. Where there is a question as to whether transferred courses satisfy specific departmental requirements, the head of the department concerned will make the interpretation. Transfer students may be required to repeat transfer courses in which a grade equivalent to a D or F was received.
GRADE CHANGES All students have the right to question final grades. These questions should be directed ONLY to the academic instructor of the course in question. It is the student’s responsibility, and no one else but the student, through documentation (i.e. test scores, corrected papers, etc.) to substantiate that an academic error has been made. No other action will be tolerated by the department of athletics or Idaho State University.
PROFESSOR COMMUNICATION It is the student-athlete’s responsibility to contact faculty members in regards to class attendance and grade disputes and any other classroom issues. Coaches may not contact faculty at any time to intervene on a student’s behalf. Athletic Academic staff may inquire on a student’s behalf at the request of a student.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT/DISHONESTY POLICY The Department of Athletics recognizes that the majority of student athletes are also accomplished scholars who are dedicated to high quality performance in the classroom and laboratory in addition to the field, court or arena. ISU student athletes are role models for other high achieving students.
The Department of Athletics Academic Misconduct/Dishonesty policy does not replace the Idaho State University Academic Misconduct Policy. This policy offers guidance on actions that will be taken by the Athletic Department in addition to any actions taken under the Academic Dishonesty and Integrity Policy.
Academic misconduct is defined under the Idaho State University Student-Athlete Code of Conduct policy on pages 39 and 40. Additionally, the university penalties for academic dishonest can also be found on page 41. However, there will also be additional penalties that will be carried out by the athletic department in the event of academic dishonesty. These can be found in the Idaho State Athletics Policies and Procedures within the Department of Athletics.
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A, A- excellent performance B+, B, B- good performance C+, C, C- adequate performance D+, D, D- marginal performance F unacceptable performance
Point Values A 4 points C 2 A- 3.7 C- 1.7 B+ 3.3 D+ 1.3 B 2.7 D 1 B- 3 D- .7 C+ 2.3 F 0
An example of how to calculate your GPA: CLASSES CREDITS GRADE GRADE POINTS Biology 100 4 B+ = 3.3 4x3.3= 13.2 Math 140 3 D = 1 3x1= 3 Geog 101 3 A- = 3.7 3x3.7= 11.1 Eng 101 3 C+ = 2.3 3x2.3= 6.9 13 credits total 34.2 Divide 34.2 by 13 and find that GPA is 2.63.
For more information on GPA calculation, go to the ISU Website: http://www.isu.edu/areg/gpacalcp.shtml Academic Support
GUIDED STUDY CENTER All athletes are encouraged to use the guided study center; however, guided study hours will be determined by the coaches. Students in the following categories are often required by their coaches to attend mandatory guided study hours: probation students, first semester freshman, first semester transfer students, students who are not on track to pass 24 hours and those whose ISU semester or cumulative GPA was below 2.5 for the previous semester.
Student-athletes will be assigned to the guided study center by their coaches in consultation with the Athletic Student Support Office. Student-athletes who need to attend the guided study center will be notified by their coaches or the Athletic Student Support Office. • You will be informed of the number of hours a week you will be required to attend study table • Freshmen and first year student-athletes may be removed from study table after the first semester at the discretion of their coach in consultation with the Athletic Student Support Office • You must check in and check out of study table to receive credit for attendance • You must come to study table prepared to STUDY! • Student-athletes who do not come prepared to study or who are disruptive will be dismissed from the study table and their coach will be notified • Failure to comply with all study hall rules or study hall personnel will result in immediate suspension/ dismissal from the study center
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT TUTORING SERVICES The tutorial program works in conjunction with the ASISU Content Area Tutoring (CAT) and the Athletic Department. The program is not intended to take the place of attending class, taking good notes, reviewing and preparing properly for quizzes and exams or actively participating in class discussions. The tutorial program is intended to supplement all of the above factors and to allow the student-athletes the opportunity to receive tutorial assistance in any subject area that may 20 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook be presenting a problem. - All student-athletes and post-eligibility athletes are given the opportunity to request a tutor for any class in which they need. - One-on-one and cluster tutoring are made available to all student-athletes. - You are encouraged to ask for tutorial assistance as early each semester as possible.
You may pick up the following forms from the Student Support Office: • Athletic Department Tutor Authorization Form Tutor assignments are made by the Content Area Tutoring program in the Student Success Center (located at Rendezvous 323) Times, days and location are arranged by the tutor and the student-athlete. Listed below are the campus-wide drop-in tutor labs. (See the student support office for hours of operation each semester.) • Physics • Math • Biology • Speech • Chemistry • Writing • Economics • Accounting
Tutoring guidelines: • You must be attending class regularly • Your professor/instructor must believe that tutoring would be beneficial • You are expected to be on time and prepared for all tutorial sessions if you will be late or miss a tutorial session, inform the tutor in a timely manner • It is your responsibility to keep your tutor informed when assignments are due and of exam dates. You are to provide a course syllabus if possible • Tutors are to assist you and to help you understand the material, not to do your work for you
ISU athletes must be treated just like any other tutees. More specifically, NCAA regulations specify what tutors may and may not do, and they provide strong sanctions for entire programs in which individuals have failed to follow the guidelines below. These rules apply both to current and prospective student athletes. If you have any questions about tutoring ISU athletes, please bring them to the University Tutoring director or refer to the ISU Student-Athlete handbook, a copy of which is available in the SSC library.
According to the NCAA, tutors may: - Ask open-ended questions as a means of helping a student-athlete edit written work, taking great care to ensure that the written work is exclusively the student’s. - Provide supplemental material from their sources to facilitate the tutoring process. Any cost incurred is covered by the student-athlete. - Make copies of missed course material for students who have missed class due to an athletic competition. Any cost incurred is covered by the student-athlete.
Tutors may not: - Complete coursework for a student-athlete. - Write any papers for a student-athlete, either on hard copy or computer. - Give or loan any supplies like pens or calculators to a student-athlete for use outside the tutoring session. - Photocopy materials for a student-athlete free of charge. - Give a student-athlete money or any other tangible item in exchange for placing the tutor’s name on the athlete’s complimentary admission list. - Give a meal, a ticket, or anything that has a monetary value to a student-athlete. - Provide a student-athlete with the use of the tutor’s automobile. - Provide a student-athlete the use of a calling card or credit card for personal use. - Assist a student-athlete with the payment of his/her bills, parking tickets, etc. - Provide any other benefit to a student-athlete that is not available to other students.
Tutors must: - Make sure that student-athletes are always physically doing the work (eg. writing, typing) and are generating their own thoughts and ideas. 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 21 - Cancel a tutoring session and contact Athletic Compliance Director Joel Vickery ([email protected]) or the student-athlete’s athletic advisor (Phillip Pleasant, Mike Lacey, or Matt Steuart, as discussed below) if : • You ever encounter a situation in which you believe that someone is doing work for a student-athlete • A student-athlete ever requests you to complete academic assignments for him or her. - Under no circumstances should a tutor ever contact a University Athletic coach and under no circumstances should a coach contact a tutor. You must report instances of “Implied pressure” to act in a fraudulent manner by coaching staff to the Athletic Compliance Director Joel Vickery ([email protected]) or the student-athlete’s athletic advisor (Phillip Pleasant, Mike Lacey, or Matt Steuart, as discussed above). - There are, however, two ways in which tutoring student athletes can be a little different from tutoring other students. • If you are tutoring a student athlete, you are expected to communicate with his or her athletic advisor. • The usual FERPA issues don’t apply here, because the athlete has signed a waiver giving his or her advisor permission to talk to their tutors and teachers. If you’re tutoring an athlete, therefore, you can expect that his or her advisor will get in touch with you to check how tutoring is going. Please return their calls or emails promptly, and please be professional and truthful when you do so.
Other Tutoring Policies - Student athletes are not ordinarily assigned to tutor other student athletes. - If you are a student athlete and you are the only tutor available to tutor another athlete, those sessions must take place in either the Writing Center carrels (REND 323) or the study space in the Turner Hall basement.
Additional Tutoring: An athlete who needs more than 3 hours a week of tutoring can ask his or her athletic advisor to approve those hours on a case-by-case basis. The advisor will notify the CAT office that extra hours have been approved. The advisor often authorizes an extra 3 hours each week, for a total of six hours a week.
Extra Benefits. An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional staff member, or a representative of the institution’s athletics interests, to provide a student athlete or a student athlete’s relative or friend a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation. Receipt of a benefit by student athletes or their relatives or friends is not a violation of NCAA legislation if it is demonstrated that the same benefit is generally available to the institution’s students or their relatives or friends or to a particular section of the student body (i.e. foreign students, minority students) determined on a basis unrelated to athletic ability.
You are also encouraged to utilize the Math and Writing labs located in the Academic Skills Center in the Rendezvous Building, Room 323.
Required NCAA and Institutional Forms
At the beginning of each season you will be required to complete and sign the following forms prior to participating in your sport: • Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) • NCAA Student-Athlete Statement • ISU Student-Athlete Historical Form • NCAA and Idaho State Drug Testing Consent Form • Disclosure Form • Buckley Amendment Form • Automobile Registration Form • Employment Form • Statement of Mutual Expectations • Book scholarship/book return policy form • ISU eligibility information form • Student-athlete Roles and responsibility form
22 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook finances
financial aid & awards /isu textbook policy grant in aid and stipends injured student-athlete financial aid additional non-atheltic assistance fifth year aid ncaa awards
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 23 Financial Aid and Awards/ISU Textbook Policy
GRANT-IN-AID DISTRIBUTIONS An athletically related grant-in-aid, as well as other forms of financial assistance, may be provided to assist you with University expenses. Individual teams are provided with a specific number of grants-in aid (scholarships) in accordance with budgetary restrictions and NCAA regulations. These grants are awarded by the University, upon recommendation of the Head Coach and the approval of the Director of Athletics. GRANTS-IN-AID are not reimbursements for services performed, but are provided to help student-athletes with their educational expenses.
A full Grant-In-Aid or Scholarship covers: • Tuition • Fees related to classes required for graduation • Room and Board (for stipend information see pg 23) • Course REQUIRED books
ISU Textbook Scholarship Policy Textbooks will be paid for through an Athletics Department Book Voucher for student-athletes receiving book scholarships. Book Scholarships may only be used for required books, and for the student’s own use. Any unauthorized use or misuse of a book scholarship may result in loss of the book scholarship and /or other University financial assistance. • To receive your books, report to the bookstore at the designated time with a current ISU Student ID • To obtain books for classes added after the start of the semester, see the Athletics Fiscal Officer or the Student Support Team in the Athletics Administration Office
ISU Book Return Policy Return All books must be returned to the Athletic Administration Offices in Holt Arena during Finals Week. ABSOLUTELY NO BOOKS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME. All books must be returned in good condition for reuse or you will be charged as if the book was not returned. • Any books not returned by the due date will be charged to you at 50% of the original price If dropping a class during the University’s drop/add period: • You must return your books to the bookstore within the first ten days or you will be charged 100% of the original price to the book store for the books not returned during the required period If you would like to keep your Books: • You can purchase them at 25% of the original Price • This purchase must be made prior to 2 p.m. Friday of Finals Week Grant-in-Aid/Stipends A full Grant-In-Aid does not cover: • Computer Accounts • Parking, library, and Other related fines or fees • Insurance • Vehicle Registration fees or Parking Passes • School supplies (i.e. paper, pencils, calculators, dictionaries, reference books, art supplies, etc. • New student orientation • The cost of treatment for non-athletically related injuries and illnesses, optical and dental work • Fines for damage to University property, including the Resident Halls • Keys, deposits, or replacement of lost Residence Hall Key • Phone Charges * For information on additional funding available see Additional Assistance
Grant-In-Aid may not be renewed or may be canceled if a Student-Athlete: • Renders herself/himself ineligible for athletic competition • Misrepresents information on an application for admission to ISU, or a letter of intent • Voluntarily withdraws from a sport for personal reasons • Does not attend class in accordance with University and Athletic Department Policy • Engages in misconduct serious enough to warrant disciplinary action
24 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Changing of Original Grant-In-Aid ONLY the Head Coach or Director of Athletics, in accordance with conditions or situation specified by NCAA legislation and financial aid office, may make modification to the original grant.
Student-Athletes are afforded the opportunity to be heard by the Director of Athletics if aid is reduced or discontinued. If your aid is not renewed and you wish to appeal the decision you must: 1. Meet with your Head Coach If an understanding is not reached then: 2. Set up a meeting with the Head coach and administrator responsible for the sport. If the problem is still not resolved then: 3. A meeting may be scheduled with the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. If all such meetings fail to settle the problem you may: 4. Request an Appeal Hearing with the Director of Financial Aid.
APPEAL PROCESS A student wishing to discuss a grievance or wishing to appeal the non-renewal, reduction, or cancellation of an athletic award, must submit a written request that includes the following: • The student’s name, student number, year in school, sport • Type and amount of athletic award • Reasons for believing that the decision was unfair, including names of institutional staff members (e.g. coach, financial aid officer) with whom the student has discussed the reduction or cancellation of aid and copies of any relevant documents (e.g. letter regarding initial award of athletics grant) • The student MUST submit a written request to the Director of Financial Aid WITHIN 15 DAYS after the student receives notification that his/her athletic award has been reduced or canceled Within two weeks after the appeal is submitted, a meeting with the financial aid appeal committee will be scheduled. The student-athlete and the Director of Athletics will be notified in writing of the time and place of the meeting. Each side will be given an opportunity to present arguments to the Financial Aid Appeal Committee. The appeal committee will reach a decision and sent it in writing to each party. The decision of the committee will be final. There is no appeal beyond the Financial Aid Appeal Committee.
On Campus Residents Grant-In-Aid Disbursements If you are receiving room and board, your scholarship covers: • The cost of your living expenses, (i.e. room and board at double occupancy) • The cost of a meal card that provides you funding to spend in the cafeteria for your meals
Off Campus Residents Grant-In-Aid Disbursements (Stipends) If you are receiving room and board, your scholarship provides you with: • A monthly Stipend Check, which reflects cost of living in the dorms at double occupancy • A stipend will be provided to you from September through May (nine months)
Monthly Stipend • Will be mailed to the address that is registered on BengalWeb or; • Student-Athletes can set up direct deposit on your finances tab on BengalWeb You May not Receive your Stipend if: • You are registered with less than 12 credits. The computer automatically notes any scholarship student-athlete falling below 12 credits, the required full-time student status by the NCAA • You fail to attend classes on a regular basis, or fail to follow guidelines in accordance with NCAA, Federal, and University Policy * If there are any questions regarding a “hold” on a Monthly stipend check, you should contact your coach for explanation. Then you must go to the Athletics Administration Office for the release of your stipend check.
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 25 INJURED STUDENT-ATHLETE FINANCIAL AID If you are unable to compete athletically in any further events or games, due to an injury sustained during practice, competition, or University sponsored travel, your athletic financial aid will be continued for the award period.
You must meet the following requirement to continue to receive your aid: 1. Pass a minimum of 15 credit hours per semester 2. Maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA 3. Adhere to ISU and NCAA academic policies 4. Volunteer to work in the Athletics Department
If an injured Student-athlete has recovered sufficiently to compete according to the University’s Medical staff and chooses not to participate, the University’s obligation to provide athletic financial aid may be terminated. ADDITIONAL NON-ATHLETIC FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE All outside grants that you receive must be in accordance with the Big Sky Conference and the NCAA rules, and must be reported annually to the Athletics Department Fiscal Officer. Your combined aid amount may not exceed the full Grant-in- Aid as designated by the University. If you exceed this amount, you will be required to refund the excess amount to the ISU Athletics department.
Out of State Tuition Waiver: Non-Resident Tuition Waivers are available for students who’s place of residence is outside the state of Idaho. Because the number of waivers is limited, these awards are primarily given based on scholarship/academic performance. However, for the some northwestern states there are additional waivers available. For more information, contact the financial aid/ scholarship office. (282-2756)
The procedure for acceptance of an Out of State Tuition Waiver:
1. The University’s Non-Resident Tuition Waiver Committee will make the decision regarding the applicants. 2. The Students will then be notified of the decision regarding their applications by April 1. 3. The student must notify the committee of acceptance, or it will be withdrawn. (If the student does not pick up the waiver by the published dis-enrollment date as stated in the University’s Class schedule, the award will be re-awarded.)
Waivers will normally be awarded for one full school year; however, if a recipient is unable to complete the year, the waiver will be re-awarded to an applicant on the list of alternatives. Awards must be used for the year issued and will not be held over. To continue an out-of-state tuition waiver: As an Undergraduate: 1. You must complete 12 credits each semester or 24 credits each year 2. Maintain a minimum 3.4 GPA As a Graduate student: 1. Complete 9 credits each semester or 18 credits each year 2. Maintain a minimum 3.6 GPA
Pell Grant, Student Loans, & Work Study: The Pell Grant, student loans, and work-study are government funds that are determined primarily on a “need” basis. If you need additional funds, personnel in the university’s financial aid office will help you investigate the possibility of long- term loans, grants, and work-study to attain the needed funding.
26 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook **Before any other form of aid is accepted, you should discuss it with the Head Coach, the Athletic Fiscal Officer, and / or University Financial Aid Office. **
To apply for such aid you need to: 1. Contact Financial Aid Office (Located on the 3rd floor of the Museum Building, or call 282-2756) 2. Obtain and Complete a FAFSA Form (Either Electronically, via the Internet, or Paper Format) 3. Mail Completed Form
Summer School Aid Each student-athlete on athletic aid during the school year is eligible for consideration for summer school aid. Per NCAA Bylaw 15.2.8.1.2, summer aid may not exceed the student-athlete’s annual scholarship equivalency. In order to apply for summer aid a student-athlete on athletic aid may pick up a summer school funding application in the Student Support Office in Holt Arena. The deadline to apply is March 16, 2018. Prior to completion of the application the student-athlete must register for the courses indicated on the application and attach a copy of the summer class schedule with the application. • If you are granted an award for summer school, it will cover the awarded amount of your tuition only. Books and class fees will be the student’s responsibility to pay. • If you do not successfully complete the course, you will not be eligible to receive aid the following summer (completing the course means that student-athlete has a passing grade). • If you drop a summer class without obtaining a FULL REFUND, or if you stop attending the class and receive an X grade, you are responsible for paying the Athletic Department the monetary value of the credits taken. • If you are repeating a previously taken course, no matter the semester taken, your request will be reviewed with limited consideration.
NCAA Student-Athlete Opportunity Fund The Student-Athlete Opportunity Fund was established by the NCAA member institutions in 1991 to “meet the student- athlete’s needs of an emergency or essential nature for which financial assistance is not otherwise available.” Responsibility for oversight and administration of the fund, including interpretations, rests solely with the conferences. If you believe that you are eligible to receive assistance from this fund, you should contact Matt Steuart or Jim Kramer in the Department of Athletics. Who is eligible to apply for funds:
1. Pell-eligible student-athletes, including student-athletes who have exhausted their athletics eligibility or no longer are able to participate because of medical reasons.
2. Student-athletes who are receiving countable athletically related financial aid and who can demonstrate a need determined by the WFU Office of Financial Aid through a FAFSA.
3. Foreign student-athletes on full scholarship who have been approved by the Official Foreign Student-Athlete Advisory Entity in the Department of International Studies.
Permissible uses of the fund:
1. Cost of health insurance up to an amount established each semester. 2. Cost of clothing and other essential expenses (not entertainment) up to an amount established each semester for pell-eligible student-athletes and full scholarship student-athletes who demonstrate financial need. (Must be preapproved by the ISU Athletic department). 3. Cost of expendable academic course supplies (e.g., notebook, pens and film) and rental of nonexpendable supplies (e.g., computer equipment and cameras) that are required for all students enrolled in the course. 4. Medical and dental costs not covered by another insurance program (e.g., premiums for optional medical insurance, hearing aids, vision therapy and off-campus psychological counseling). 5. Costs associated with student-athlete or family emergencies.
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 27 Fifth-Year Aid The athletics department may provide a fifth year of financial assistance after eligibility is exhausted. Assistance is based on academic record. Candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications: • Have completed her/his athletic eligibility • Received athletically-related financial assistance • Be within 5 years of initial enrollment at an institution of higher education • Have received no more than 4 years of athletically-related financial aid • Be within 24 hours of graduation with a minimum 2.75 GPA • Confirmation from the Registrar and major department of all major course requirements for graduation. An official graduation check and degree completion plan must be submitted with fifth year aid application. At no time may the fifth year aid recipient deviate from the submitted plan. Deviation from this plan may result in automatic cancellation of awarded aid • Must have completed the Fifth Year Aid Application and applied for Federal Financial Aid (see Pell Grant, Student loans, and Work-study section) • Must adhere to ISU, NCAA and Big Sky conference academic policies for student-athletes • Fifth Year student-athletes must have a clean disciplinary record • In order to qualify for fifth year aid the student-athlete must not have cost their program an APR point • Must enroll in a minimum of 12 hours each semester and pass each course with a C or better • All courses enrolled while on fifth year aid must be Idaho State University courses • To qualify for fifth year aid student-athlete must be academically eligible by all NCAA, Big Sky Conference and Idaho State University standards in the semester prior to receiving fifth year aid and at all times while in the fifth year aid program. Any ineligibility automatically disqualifies a student from receiving further aid Note: The athletics department Fifth Year Financial Aid will be renewed at the beginning of the spring semester based on meeting the required academic standards during the Fall Semester. NCAA Scholarships and Awards NCAA Post-Graduate Scholarship Award The NCAA currently offers approximately 100 post-graduate scholarship awards. These are on-time awards worth $5,000 per scholarship. Applications are available in the Student Support Office. To be Eligible a student athlete must: • Be nominated by the Director of Athletics • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale • Earned significant athletic achievement • Demonstrated campus and community leadership ability
NCAA Degree Completion Award The NCAA established this program to assist student-athletes who have exhausted their eligibility for institutional financial aid (in five years). Applicants must have completed eligibility for athletics-related aid at a Division I member institution before applying and must be within 30 semester hours of their degree requirements. Full-time students receive grants equal to a full athletics grant at the institution; part-time students receive tuition and an allowance for books. Applications can be picked up in the Student Support Office. The NCAA Woman of the Year Award This award honors senior student-athletes who have distinguished themselves throughout their collegiate careers in the areas of academic achievement, athletics excellence, service and leadership.
Nominations will be submitted to the Big Sky Conference office. The conference will recognize a nominee to represent it at the national level. The overall winner will be selected from the conference office.
The NCAA Sportsmanship Award This award honors student-athletes who, through their actions in the competitive arena of intercollegiate athletics, have demonstrated one or more of the ideals of sportsmanship, including fairness, civility, honesty, unselfishness, respect and responsibility. Selections are made by the NCAA committee on Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct.
28 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook The Theodore Roosevelt Award The highest honor the Association may confer on an individual, is presented each year to a distinguished citizen of national reputation and outstanding accomplishment who was a varsity letter-winner in college.
Silver Anniversary Awards Recognize six distinguished former student-athletes on their 25th anniversary as college graduate. Applications available at https://goomer.ncaa.org/wdbctx/ncaass/award_pkg.show_silver
Award of Valor A special award that is not presented on an annual basis. Selection is based on heroic action occurring in the calendar year ended just before the NCAA Honors Dinner. Inspiration Award A special award that is not presented on an annual basis. Selection is based on inspirational action occurring in the calendar year ended just before the NCAA Honors Dinner.
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30 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook eligibility
athletic eligibility
drug education
ncaa bylaws
recruiting policy
exit interview policy
student-athlete code of conduct policy
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 31 Athletic Eligibility To remain eligible for athletics, the most important thing to remember is not to endanger your amateur athlete status. It is essential that you check with your Head Coach before making decisions regarding outside athletic participation.
The following are the most common NCAA guidelines for maintaining your amateur status (not all NCAA rules are included)
You Cannot, Within Your Sport: • Accept payment or a promise of payment (in cash, prizes, gifts or travel) for participation in your sport. Some exceptions may apply during summer. • Enter into an agreement of any kind to compete in professional athletics in your sport (you cannot negotiate a verbal or written professional contract) • Request that your name be put on a draft list for professional sports or try out with a professional sports organization • Use your athletic skill for payment (you cannot be employed on a “fee for lesson” basis) unless obtaining permission through the Idaho State compliance office. • Play on any professional athletics team in your sport • Have your athletically-related financial aid determined by anyone other than Idaho State University • Participate on teams other than those fielded by Idaho State University during the collegiate season (this includes tryouts, exhibition, or tournament games)
You Cannot, in Any Sport: • Agree to have your picture or name used to promote a commercial product • Accept such things as gifts, meals, and loans of cars or money from athletic interest groups or people within the athletics program at the University • Be represented by an agent or organization to market your athletic skills or reputation • Receive any benefit not available to other students at Idaho State University • Participate in a summer league not approved by the NCAA (You must have written permission from the Director of Athletics for summer league participation) • Play on a non-divisional athletic team during the academic year without permission from your Head Coach and the University’s Faculty Athletics Representative • Accept athletic equipment, supplies or clothing (e.g., tennis rackets, golf clubs, hockey sticks, balls, shirts, etc.) from a manufacturer or commercial enterprise
ELIGIBILITY DEFINITIONS You may or may not be familiar with some of the common terms used when discussing your eligibility: CERTIFICATION: The process by which you are “certified” or eligible to practice or compete. Fully- Certified: • Listed in the Big Sky Conference Eligibility Forms • Eligible to Practice • Eligible to Compete • Eligible for Aid
PA(Practice and Aid Only): • Eligible for Practice • CANNOT Compete • Eligible for Aid Aid Only: • CANNOT Practice • CANNOT Compete • Eligible for Aid
PRACTICE: Practice is defined as any meeting, activity, or instruction involving sports-related information and having an athletic purpose which is held at the direction of, or supervised by, any member of ISU’s coaching staff. RED SHIRT: A red-shirt is defined as someone who meets all eligibility standards, practices and receives aid, but does 32 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook not engage in any competition. Please be aware that participating in ANY outside competitions, even tryout type situations, can render you ineligible. Use of a red-shirt year is at the discretion of your head coach.
MEDICAL HARDSHIP: NCAA Bylaw 12.8.4 A medical hardship is an incapacity resulting from an injury or illness that has occurred under the following circumstances: • Occurring in 1 of the 4 seasons in intercollegiate competition • Occurring prior to the completion of the first half of the regular season and resulting in the inability to the play the reminder of the season • Occurring prior to the participation in 3 or more contests or dates of competition, or 30% of the season’s contests or competition, which ever number is greater. Drug Education
In today’s climate of drug abuse and misinformation about the effects of steroids, diuretics, “street drugs”, and alcohol, the Athletics Department staff makes every effort to educate student-athletes concerning the dangers of substance abuse. However, as athletes representing not only themselves, but Idaho State University, the responsibility is the student- athlete’s to comply with all Athletics Department, University, Big Sky Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. The illegal use of drugs and alcohol is absolutely forbidden and violations will be dealt with seriously.
A. Drug Education The athletic department will provide NCAA rules education at the beginning of the year at your initial team meetings. The rest of the year reminders will be sent to student-athletes via email as ‘NCAA Compliance Tips of the Week.’ Coaches and s staff members also receive rules education on this topic and may be used as a resource in regards to drug education.
B. Self Help Exception Should a student-athlete disclose a drug problem to the Athletics Department prior to an arrest, a major incident in violation of the Student Code of Conduct, or Housing rules involving drug use, or an Athletics Department test for the suspicion of drug use, no Athletics Department discipline will be imposed. However, counseling, testing and supervision may be required. All information will be kept confidential and supplied only on a need-to-know basis. A second self- report, an arrest for a drug-related offense, a major incident in violation of the Student Code of Conduct or Housing rules involving drug use or a positive result of an NCAA or Athletics Department conducted drug test will result in appropriate discipline. NCAA Bylaws
NCAA BYLAW 2.4 - ETHICAL CONDUCT All participating student-athletes shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, shall represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with wholesome competitive sports.
NCAA BYLAW 10.1- UNETHICAL CONDUCT Unethical conduct by a prospective or enrolled student-athlete or a current or former institutional staff member (e.g. coach, professor, tutor, teaching assistant, student manager, and student trainer) may include, but it is not limited to, the following: • Refusal to furnish information relevant to an investigation of a possible violation of an NCAA regulation when requested to do so by the NCAA or the individual’s institution; • Knowing involvement in arranging for fraudulent academic credit of false transcripts for a prospective or enrolled student-athlete; • Knowing involvement in offering or providing a prospective or an enrolled student-athlete an improper inducement or extra benefit; or • Knowingly furnishing the NCAA or the individual’s institution false or misleading information concerning the individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation • Receipt of benefits by an institutional staff member for facilitating or arranging a meeting between a
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NCAA BYLAW 12.1.1 - Amateur Status An individual loses amateur status and thus shall not be eligible for intercollegiate competition in a particular sport if the individual: • Uses his or her athletics skill for pay in any form in that sport • Accepts a promise of pay even if such pay is to be received following completion of intercollegiate athletics participation • Signs a contract or commitment of any kind of play professional athletics • Receives, directly or indirectly, a salary, reimbursement of expenses or any other form of financial assistance from a professional sports • Competes on professional athletics team • Subsequent to initial full-time collegiate enrollment, enters into a professional draft • Enters into an agreement with an agent
NCAA BYLAW 12.4 - EMPLOYMENT Earnings from a student-athlete’s on or off campus employment that occurs at any time is exempt and is not counted in determining a student-athlete’s full grant-in-aid or in the institution’s financial aid limitations, provided: a) The student-athlete’s compensation does not include any remuneration for value or utility that the student- athlete may have for the employer because of the publicity, reputation, fame or personal following that he or she has obtained because of athletics ability; b) The student-athlete is compensated only for work actually performed; and c) The student-athlete is compensated at a rate commensurate with the going rate in that locality for similar services.
NCAA BYLAW 13.6 - OFFICIAL VISIT Student hosts are sanctioned $40 per prospect per day of actual costs for entertainment. For additional prospects an additional $20 will be given to the host. The entertainment provided by the host will be supervised by the head coach of the subsequent sport. All student athletes should act appropriately in representing Idaho State University. Remember you are representing yourself, your family, and ISU Athletics. Underage drinking and all drug use is prohibited by law therefore strictly prohibited by ISU Athletics. See details of the Official Visit on the Student Host Form.
NCAA BYLAW 16.02.3 - EXTRA BENEFIT An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or a representative of the institution’s athletic interests to provide a student-athlete or a student-athlete’s relative or friend a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation.
NOTE: Before receiving any benefits of any kind, check with your Coach, Athletic Director and or Compliance Officer.
STAFF MEMBERS or BOOSTERS: • May not buy a gift, food or beverage for a student-athlete • May not give money, school supplies, books or other items to student-athletes • May not loan money, school supplies or other items to student-athletes • May not co-sign a loan or provide/arrange bail for a student-athlete • May not give a ride to a student-athlete, except in situations involving danger or inclement weather • May not provide housing arrangements for student-athletes (without prior permission) • May not type a paper or assignment or other academic work for a student-athlete, even if the student-athlete agrees to pay for the service • May not complete papers or assignments or other academic work for a student-athlete • May not make credit/charge cards available for student-athletes to use • May not permit a student-athlete to use institutional resources, such as copier or coffee machine
34 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook NCAA BYLAW 16.2 - Complimentary Admission and Ticket Benefits In accordance with NCAA rules and regulations, for regular season competitions in your sport for which admission is charged: Home games: 4 individuals per event can be placed on your pass list Away games and post-season games: number may vary
NCAA BYLAW 16.2.2.1 Sale of Complimentary Admissions A student-athlete may not receive payment from any source for his/her complimentary admissions and may not exchange or assign them for any item of value.
Professional Sports Tickets Idaho State University or any booster may not purchase event tickets and make them available to student-athletes at ISU. See corresponding bylaws for team travel exceptions.
NCAA BYLAW 17.02.1 - COUNTABLE ATHLETICALLY RELATED ACTIVITIES Coaches are responsible to log all countable related activities with Athlete verification. Countable Athletically Related Activities are as follows: • Practice • Competition • Film or videotape reviews • Required participation in camps, clinics, or workshops • Meetings initiated by the coaches • Individual workouts required or supervised • On-court or off-court activities called by any member or members of a team (e.g. captains practice)
NCAA BYLAW 17.1 - PLAY AND PRACTICE SEASONS The time required for student-athletes for participation in intercollegiate athletics shall be regulated to minimize interference with their opportunities for acquiring a quality education. • In season: 4 hours daily/ 20 hours weekly with 1 day completely off • Out of season: 8 hours weekly/ no more than 2 hours individual skill work ISU Department of Athletics Recruiting Policy Purpose of Recruiting Visit The purpose of a recruiting visit, whether “official or unofficial” is to enlighten prospective student-athletes about Idaho State University, its academic and athletic programs, and how ISU can assist each person in achieving his/her goal. With that founding principle in mind, the following rules represent the ISU Athletic Department’s written policy: 6 Simple Rules • There will be no alcohol purchased by a host for a recruit. This includes those individuals who are of legal drinking age. • There will be no drugs or illegal substances consumed or purchased by a host or a recruit. • Recruits and hosts may not frequent adult establishments (ex., strip clubs). • Host money may only be used in accordance with approved NCAA expenditures. The recruit and host will both be required to sign this Recruiting Policy document acknowledging and understanding of ISU rules and adherence to our policies. • Criminal activity is unacceptable and those individuals charged with criminal activity will be subject to criminal proceedings and punishment. • There will be no contact with athletic boosters.
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 35 Consequences of Policy Violation 1. If any of the above rules and policies are broken by the recruit, ISU will re-evaluate the continued recruitment of that prospect. 2. If any ISU student-athlete host breaks ISU rules and policies that student-athlete will no longer be able to host during that academic year, and may be subject to team disciplinary action from his/her coach.
STUDENT-HOST All student-athletes are ambassadors for the Athletic Department. Your coach may request you to be a student host on an official campus visit. Being a good student host is a critical part of the recruiting process. Be sure you understand the guidelines, which are read prior rule out your signing of the Student Host Information Form.
Exit Interview Policy
The policy outlines the administration, compilation and dissemination of the verbal student athlete exit interview conducted by the Athletics Advisory Board. It does not supplant or replace any other assessment on student athletes that the Athletics Department wants to administer on regular or irregular schedule.
Administration: An exit interview will be conducted by members of the Athletics Advisory Board with every student athlete exiting the program, either due to exhausting eligibility, the student athlete quits and/or transfers to a different school of the student is dismissed from the team. The preferred time of the exit interview is during the last regularly scheduled team meeting at the conclusion of the sports season. For spring sports where the sports season extends beyond the semester, the exit interviews will be conducted during the last three weeks of the semester. Students will be interviewed individually by one or more AAB members. The Student Athlete verbal exit interview instrument will be the starting point for the discussions, but appropriate follow up questions may be relevant. While the goal of interviewing every exiting student athlete remains, a minimum of 50% participation rate per sport is required.
Compilation: Within three days of the exit interview, the form and any notes generated from the discussion will be forwarded to the Faculty Athletic Representative. The Faculty Athletic Representative will transcribe the answers and compile the data by sport within two weeks of receipt.
Dissemination: Results of the exit interview will be discussed at the next available Athletics Advisory Board meeting. A summary of the information learned in the exit interview process and concerns raised in the process will be sent to the Athletics Director and the President in a letter from the Faculty Athletics Representative twice annually, January and June. The Head Coach will receive the results of the exit interviews for her/his team(s) after the conclusion of the sports season. Other constituents, Faculty Senate, ASISU Student Government, and the Dean of Students will learn of the results in the normal distribution of AAB minutes.
The NCAA Bylaw related to exit interviews is pasted below.
6.3.2 Exit Interviews. The institution’s director of athletics, senior woman administrator or designated representatives (excluding coaching staff members) shall conduct exit interviews in each sport with a sample of student-athletes (as determined by the institution) whose eligibility has expired. Interviews shall include questions regarding the value of the students’ athletics experiences, the extent of the athletics time demands encountered by the student-athletes, proposed changes in intercollegiate athletics and concerns related to the administration of the student-athletes’ specific sports. (Adopted: 1/10/91 effective 8/1/91)
[Approved 10.09.2008]
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Student-athletes at the Idaho State University are expected to represent themselves, their team and the university with honesty, integrity, and character whether it be academically, athletically or socially. Participation on an intercollegiate team is a privilege, not a right, and should be treated as such. It has many benefits and brings with it a responsibility to be positive and effective members of the team, department, university and broader community.
The Department of Athletics, along with the student-athletes who represent our intercollegiate programs, is a window to the university. Student-athletes often are in the spotlight and, fair or not, their behavior is subject to scrutiny by their peers, members of the campus, local and national communities and by the media. The actions of one student-athlete may result in a generalization to all student-athletes and reflects on the individual, team, department and university, whether it be positively or negatively. It is expected that all student-athletes abide by team, department and university policies. A written copy of team guidelines and the Idaho State University Student-Athlete Code of Conduct will be provided to all student-athletes on an annual basis and will be available online.
Student-athletes who do not conform to this code may be subject to consequences for their actions that may include but are not limited to: a warning from the Director of Athletics, suspension from practice and/or athletic contest(s), cancelation of athletically related financial aid, and/or removal from the athletic team. In addition to all university policies, student-athletes are responsible for following the standards in the NCAA student-athlete behavior statement and the online Big Sky Conference sports-like conduct statement as well as all city, state and federal laws.
Team or Department of Athletics disciplinary sanctions may be imposed in advance of any campus disciplinary and/ or criminal actions. Disciplinary sanctions may include, but are not limited to: admonishment; written reprimand; suspension from the team; reduction, cancelation or non-renewal of athletic financial aid; and dismissal from the team. Additional sanctions may be imposed by the broader university, including probation, suspension from school, or expulsion.
Conduct Responsibilities Student-athletes are ambassadors of the university year-round and are expected to: • Behave with dignity, respect and good sportsmanship • Conduct themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship during games and competition • Reflect the high standards of honor and dignity that should characterize participation in competitive intercollegiate athletics • Conduct themselves in a manner reflecting positively on themselves and on the reputation of the university, both on and off the “field of play,” in pre-game and post-game comments to media, and when traveling and participating at other institutions • Maintain an attitude of respect toward opponents • Look for ways to encourage and appreciate quality play and effort, regardless of whether it is exhibited by a teammate or an opponent.
As members of an athletic team representing Idaho State University, student-athletes are expected to: • Adhere to applicable NCAA rules and policies as addressed in the NCAA Student-Athlete Statement that is administered annually prior to competition. • Adhere to all Big Sky Conference rules and policies governing student-athlete conduct and behavior. • Comply with individual sport team rules, as established by the head coach and/or Department of Athletics. • Adhere to their particular team’s dress code, nutritional needs, and curfew.
38 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook While intense and emotional game action and conduct is certainly a part of intercollegiate sports contests, a student-athlete should never demean the dignity and individuality of the opponent. To this end, student-athletes are expressly prohibited from engaging in the following behavior at any intercollegiate sporting events: • Inappropriate behavior with the intent to demean opponents, game officials and fans • Disrespectful attitude toward opponents, game officials or fans • Inciting crowd hostility • Vulgar language and/or gestures
Health and Medical Responsibilities Participation in athletics is contingent upon medical approval by the team physicians and the Sports Medicine staff. Student-athletes are required to show evidence of proper medical insurance and provide a current medical history for the Sports Medicine staff and/or team physicians.
Participation in all department-sponsored student well-being seminars or functions is encouraged, which may include, but are not limited to: • counseling, • drug testing, • drug education, • nutrition and • alcohol education.
Student-athletes are expected to keep themselves in top physical condition and are responsible for continuing training programs prescribed by medical and coaching staffs.
Academic Responsibilities In keeping with the mission of the university, a priority for the Department of Athletics is to augment and support every effort that will foster intellectual development and graduation for student-athletes. While several levels of support exist at the university, the ultimate responsibility for success rests upon the shoulders of the student- athlete. As a result, each student-athlete is expected to: • Set a primary goal of obtaining a degree • Seek assistance from instructors and Athletic Academic Support Services before and/or when academic difficulties occur • Be a responsible member of each class, which includes attending, being prepared, completing requirements, and participating at the level expected of all students • Meet with the academic major advisor and academic services staff as required • Adhere to the university’s policies regarding academic integrity and honesty specifically in regard to cheating and plagiarism • Participate in diagnostic testing as requested by Academic Services or the Department of Athletics
Academic Dishonesty The Department recognizes that the majority of student-athletes are also accomplished scholars who are dedicated to high quality performance in the classroom and laboratory in addition to the field, court or arena. Student- athletes are role models for other high achieving students. Academic integrity is expected of all individuals in the university environment. The Department expects all student-athletes to abide by this expectation and their academic behavior to never be in question. Academic dishonesty in any form is unacceptable.
The Department of Athletics Academic Misconduct/Dishonesty policy does not replace the Idaho State University Academic Misconduct Policy. This policy offers guidance on actions that will be taken by the Department in addition to any actions taken under the Academic Dishonesty and Integrity Policy.
The following information about Academic Dishonesty found in the University’s Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs is re-stated in parts for complete understanding of unacceptable academic behavior: Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating and plagiarism. 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 39 CHEATING is defined as using or attempting to use materials, information, or study aids that are not permitted by the instructor in examinations or other academic work. Examples of cheating include, but are not limited to: • Obtaining, providing, or using unauthorized materials for an examination or assignment, whether verbally, visually, electronically, or by notes, books, or other means. • Acquiring, examinations or other course materials, possessing them, or providing them to others without permission of the instructor. This includes providing any information about an examination in advance of the examination. • Taking an examination for another person or arranging for someone else to take an examination in one’s place. • Submitting the same work or substantial portions of the same work in two different classes without prior approval of the instructor. • Fabricating information for any report or other academic exercise without permission of the instructor.
PLAGIARISM is defined as representing another person’s words, ideas, data, or work as one’s own. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the exact duplication of another’s work and the incorporation of a substantial or essential portion thereof without appropriate citation. Other examples of plagiarism are the acts of appropriating creative works or substantial portions thereof in such fields as art, music, and technology and presenting them as one’s own. The guiding principle is that all work submitted must properly credit sources of information. In written work, direct quotations, statements that are paraphrased, summaries of the work of another, and other information that is not considered common knowledge must be cited or acknowledged. Quotation marks or a proper form of identification shall be used to indicate direct quotations. As long as a student adequately acknowledges sources of information, plagiarism is not present. However, students should be aware that most instructors require certain forms of acknowledgment or references and may evaluate a project on the basis of form, penalizing the student in the grade assigned if citation of sources is improper.
Penalties for Academic Dishonesty Any penalty imposed for academic dishonesty shall be in proportion to the severity of the offense. Penalties that may be imposed by the instructor are: • Warning: The instructor indicates to the student that further academic dishonesty will result in other sanctions being imposed. • Resubmission of work: The instructor may require that the work in question be redone to conform to proper academic standards or may require that a new project be submitted. The instructor may specify additional requirements. • Grade reduction: The instructor may lower a student’s grade or assign “F” for a test, project, or other academic work. • Failing: The instructor may assign “F” for the course. • Failing with notation: The instructor may assign “F” for the course and instruct the Registrar to place notation indicating academic dishonesty on the student’s permanent transcript. Penalties that may be imposed at the university level are: • Suspension from the university: This is the administrative withdrawal of the offending student by the university. The student is suspended for a length of time, determined by the university that may depend upon the circumstances that led to the sanction. • Expulsion from the university: This is the most severe penalty for academic dishonesty and may be imposed by the university for extreme or multiple acts of academic dishonesty. Once expelled, the student is not eligible for readmission to the university. Combinations of penalties may be imposed. Withdrawal from a course does not exempt a student from penalties for academic dishonesty.
Sanctions for violating this student-athlete code of conduct will lead to penalties imposed by the Department of Athletics beyond those imposed by the academic instructor, course department, major department, College Dean, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, or Academic Dishonesty Board. Team or Department disciplinary sanctions may be imposed in advance of any campus disciplinary and/or criminal actions. 40 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Whenever the Department staff becomes aware of an alleged academic dishonesty violation from a professor, student or university official, the following actions may be proscribed:
1st Offense The offending student-athlete will meet with the Assistant Athletic Director for Academics and their sport academic advisor. The intent of the meeting is to discuss the circumstances that created the infraction and how any additional infractions could be prevented. In addition, the conversation may include the impact on their team, perceptions of the team, athletics and the university.
Depending on the severity of academic dishonesty (i.e. warning, resubmission, grade reduction, failure) the offense will result in following: • Warning and/or resubmission will result in suspension from team functions (i.e. practice, meetings, weights) for two (2) consecutive days. This does not include competition. o The responsible student will be required to complete the academic misconduct educational course. o The responsible student will be required to attend study hall during scheduled practice or an appointed time by the Assistant Athletic Director for Academics or their sports advisor for the duration of suspension. • Grade reduction or failure will result in suspension from team functions (i.e. practice, meetings, weights) for seven (7) consecutive days. This does not include competition. The responsible student will be required to: o Complete the academic misconduct educational course. o Attend study hall during scheduled practice or an appointed time by the Assistant Athletic Director for Academics or their sports advisor for the duration of suspension.
The responsible student-athlete will be required to meet with the Director of Athletics (AD) before the student- athlete is cleared to return to team functions if suspended.
2nd Offense The offending student-athlete will meet with the Assistant Athletic Director for Academics and their sport academic advisor.
The responsible student will be required to complete the following community service: • Present at a local school on the importance of education and academic integrity.
Any second violation regardless of the severity will result in an automatic suspension from all team functions (including competition) for two (2) weeks.
• The responsible student will attend study hall during scheduled practice or an appointed time by the Assistant Athletic Director for Academics or their sports advisor for the duration of suspension.
The responsible student will be required to meet with the Director of Athletics (AD) before the student-athlete is cleared to return to team functions if suspended.
3rd Offense • Dismissal from program/cancelation or reduction of athletic financial aid • Student-athlete is required to meet with Director of Athletics (AD)
Additional sanctions may be imposed by the broader university, including probation, suspension from school, or expulsion.
It is imperative to educate student-athletes on the distinctions, severity, and consequences of academic misconduct as soon as it becomes known. Therefore, it is required that student-athletes and university employees (non- 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 41 classified, classified, student employee, graduate assistant, etc.) report any knowledge of academic misconduct to the Department student support staff immediately. In the event of a student failing to report the academic misconduct to the athletic student support staff, a one game suspension will be imposed for the upcoming competition along with the list of requirements from the student 1st offense.
Alcohol/Drug Consumption The use of alcohol or drugs by student-athletes while involved in any team-related practices, competitions, banquets, travel or other activities is prohibited, regardless of age. Student-athletes under the legal age to consume (21 years of age) in Idaho are expected to abide by city, state and federal laws.
NCAA Drug Testing Student-athletes are required to sign drug testing consent forms at the start of the athletic season. The NCAA requires that all student-athletes agree to participate in random drug screening throughout the school year if they participate in any NCAA championship events or any NCAA certified post-season football game. Drugs, which may be tested for, are listed on the NCAA Banned Drug List. Contact the Compliance Office or the athletic trainers for an up to date list. The student-athletes selected to be tested must participate in the drug test or face loss of eligibility. If a student-athlete tests positive in any NCAA drug test, the head trainer(s), the coach, and Director of Athletics are notified and, in conjunction with any other directives, drug counseling is mandatory and the NCAA requires that student-athletes be suspended from athletics participation for one calendar year from date of notification. Further, Department of Athletics or university discipline, including loss of eligibility or athletic financial aid, may be imposed. Although the results are kept confidential, the President of the University, the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Counseling and Testing Center and those deemed necessary on a need-to-know basis may be informed.
University Drug Testing Although the NCAA conducts random drug testing of athletes, there is no official drug testing of students by Idaho State University. However, drug testing may take place. By State Board of Education policy, student-athletes are required to sign a second consent form allowing the Department of Athletics to do drug testing due to the suspicion of drug use. All drug testing will be done by an outside agency. The student-athlete(s) selected to be tested must participate in the drug test or lose eligibility immediately. If a positive result is found, a student-athlete will be required to undergo counseling. Further, discipline, including suspension, or a permanent loss of eligibility or athletic financial aid, may be imposed. The head trainer(s), team physician(s), head coach and Director of Athletics will be notified of the results. Although the results are kept confidential, the President of the University, the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Counseling and Testing Center and those others deemed necessary, on a need-to-know basis, may be informed.
Team or Department of Athletics disciplinary sanctions may be imposed in advance of any campus disciplinary and/or criminal actions. Disciplinary sanctions may include, but are not limited to: a warning from Director of Athletics, suspension from practice and/or athletic contest, cancelation of athletically related financial aid, and/or removal from athletic team, admonishment; written reprimand; suspension from the team; reduction, cancelation or non-renewal of athletic financial aid; and dismissal from the team. Additional sanctions may be imposed by the broader university, including probation, suspension from school, or expulsion.
Criminal Misconduct (taken from approved State Board of Education policy) Student-athletes are not exempt from federal, state, or local laws or university rules. Individuals charged with criminal conduct, whether a misdemeanor or felony, are subject to immediate Department of Athletics disciplinary sanctions. Student-athletes MUST IMMEDIATELY REPORT (within 24 hours) all criminal charges to the head coach. If the head coach is not available, the student-athlete must notify the Director of Athletics. Head coaches must report any knowledge of criminal charges against a student-athlete to the Director of Athletics immediately upon receipt of such information.
Sanctions A finding of criminal conduct will be dealt with in the manner described below but not necessarily in the order listed: • Probation A student-athlete who commits misconduct or a misdemeanor not warranting dismissal 42 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook may be placed on probation for a period of time as determined by the Director of Athletics. A student- athlete placed on probation may be required to attend counseling for the specific actions which have occurred. During the probationary period, any recurrence of the same or similar conduct will result in immediate suspension of the student-athlete from all team activities for a period of time to be determined, based upon the severity of the misconduct or criminal charges, as deemed appropriate by the Director of Athletics. • Suspension A student-athlete who commits misconduct or a misdemeanor not warranting dismissal, or against whom criminal charges have been filed but not yet adjudicated, may be placed on suspension from all team activity for a period of time determined by the Director of Athletics. o Depending upon the severity of the misconduct or the criminal charge, the suspension may be for up to one year and, subject to NCAA rules, may include a reduction or non- renewal of athletic-related financial aid. o Suspension will include a requirement for counseling related to the specific conduct. • Dismissal A student-athlete who pleads guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) to or is found guilty of any felony, or certain misdemeanors as described herein, notwithstanding the form of judgment or withheld judgment, will be dismissed from the university’s athletic teams. o Misdemeanors resulting in dismissal are those involving an element of force or violence against another person, sexual misconduct, or similarly serious misconduct. Examples include, but are not limited to: battery, assault, hazing and misdemeanor domestic violence, injury to children, intimidating witnesses, stalking in the second degree, disseminating material harmful to minors, and possession or distribution of controlled or banned substances. (See NCAA Bylaws 31.2.3.4 for list of banned substances). o Infractions, which are defined in Idaho Code Section 18-111 as “civil public offense[s], not constituting a crime, which [are] punishable only by a penalty not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) and for which no period of incarceration may be imposed,” are not included. Generally, infractions are minor traffic offenses such as speeding, failure to yield, etc. However, some traffic or driving related offenses may be classified as misdemeanors. For example, reckless driving (Idaho Code Section 49-1401(1) & (2)) and inattentive driving (Idaho Code Section 49-1401(3)) are misdemeanors. Additionally, jurisdictions other than Idaho may define offenses in a different manner. o In the event the offense involves a misdemeanor for which the application of this policy is unclear, i.e., it is not clear whether it involves an element of force or violence against another person, sexual misconduct, or is otherwise serious so as to warrant dismissal, or occurs in a jurisdiction with differing definitions of offenses, the Director of Athletics will submit the matter to the university’s Athletic Advisory Board for review and a written recommendation concerning whether the particular misdemeanor charges warrant dismissal.
Implementation The Director of Athletics will administer these sanctions and will simultaneously notify the student-athlete and the head coach in writing. Any request for reconsideration must be submitted to the Director of Athletics within 30 days of notice of the sanctions.
The Director of Athletics may submit the matter for review to an ad hoc committee to be made up of one faculty member from the Athletics Advisory Board, the President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Council, and a senior-level member of the Department of Athletics administrative staff. The committee will conduct a review of the record and schedule a meeting to hear from the student-athlete and other interested parties, as it may deem appropriate, and will make a recommendation to the Director of Athletics within 30 days of such meeting.
The decision of the Director of Athletics will be final.
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Hazing Hazing is a fundamental violation of human dignity. It is strictly prohibited at ISU. The Department defines hazing as “intentionally or recklessly subjecting any person to the risk of bodily harm, or severe emotional distress, or causing or encouraging any person to commit an act that would be a violation of law or university regulations, for the purpose of initiating, promoting, fostering, or confirming any form of affiliation with a student group or organization, as defined by the ISU Student Code of Conduct. The expressed or implied consent of the victim will not be a defense.”
Examples of hazing include, but are not limited to: • Forced consumption of alcohol or other substances • Sleep deprivation • Use of alcohol in drinking games or contests • Paddling • Forced tattooing or branding • Creation of excessive fatigue • Severe shocks or humiliation (as defined by a reasonable person under all circumstances) • Compulsory servitude • Theft or misuse of property belonging to others
Bullying The Department defines bullying as an unwanted, aggressive behavior among peers that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both persons who are bullied and who bully others may have serious, lasting problems.
In order to be considered bullying, the behavior must be aggressive and include:
• An Imbalance of Power: People who bully use their power—such as physical strength, access to embarrassing information, or popularity—to control or harm others. Power imbalances can change over time and in different situations, even if they involve the same people. • Repetition: Bullying behaviors happen more than once or have the potential to happen more than once.
Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose.
There are three types of bullying:
• Verbal bullying is saying or writing mean things. Examples of verbal bullying include, but are not limited to: o Teasing o Name-calling o Inappropriate sexual comments o Taunting o Threatening to cause harm • Social bullying, sometimes referred to as relational bullying, involves hurting someone’s reputation or relationships. Examples of social bullying include, but are not limited to: o Leaving someone out on purpose o Telling other children not to be friends with someone o Spreading rumors about someone o Embarrassing someone in public • Physical bullying involves hurting a person’s body or possessions. Examples of physical bullying include, but are not limited to: 44 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook o Hitting/kicking/pinching o Spitting o Tripping/pushing o Taking or breaking someone’s things o Making mean or rude hand gestures
Response to Hazing or Bullying Apathy in the presence of hazing or bullying is not a neutral act. When people respond quickly and consistently to hazing or bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. There are simple steps people can take to stop hazing and bullying on the spot and keep everyone safe.
Do: • Intervene immediately. It is ok to get another person to help. • Separate those involved. • Make sure everyone is safe. • Meet any immediate medical or mental health needs. • Stay calm. Reassure those involved, including bystanders. • Model respectful behavior when you intervene.
Avoid these common mistakes: • Don’t ignore it. Don’t think people can work it out without help. • Don’t immediately try to sort out the facts. • Don’t force others to say publicly what they saw. • Don’t question those involved in front of other people. • Don’t talk to those involved together, only separately. • Don’t make those involved apologize or patch up relations on the spot.
Get police help or medical attention immediately if: • A weapon is involved. • There are threats of serious physical injury. • There are threats of hate-motivated violence, such as racism or homophobia. • There is serious bodily harm. • There is sexual abuse. • Anyone is accused of an illegal act, such as robbery or extortion—using force to get money, property, or services.
Individuals who participate in acts of hazing and/or bullying as perpetrators under this policy, and the most current version of the ISU Student Code of Conduct will result in suspension, loss of athletic financial aid and/or removal from the team, and possible university sanctions.
Individuals who participate in acts of hazing and/or bullying as victims are personally accountable for reporting such acts immediately.
* The Department of Athletics has zero tolerance for hazing and bullying. *
Sexual Harassment The Department of Athletics is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all of its student-athletes and believes students have the right to protection from sexual harassment as defined and addressed in the most current edition of the ISU Student Code of Conduct. Sexual harassment is unlawful and unethical and includes unwelcome sexual advances, sex-based conduct that is intimidating, hostile or offensive, requests for sexual favors, and/or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that is prohibited by the university.
Team or Department of Athletics disciplinary sanctions may be imposed in advance of any campus disciplinary and/or criminal actions. Disciplinary sanctions may include, but are not limited to: a 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 45 warning from the Director of Athletics, suspension from practice and/or athletic contest, cancelation of athletically related financial aid, and/or removal from athletic team, admonishment; written reprimand; suspension from the team; reduction, cancellation or non-renewal of athletic financial aid; and dismissal from the team. Additional sanctions may be imposed by the broader university, including probation, suspension from school, or expulsion.
Gambling Student-athletes are expected to abide by the NCAA rule (Bylaw 10.3) which prohibits student-athletes from knowingly: • Providing information to individuals involved in organized gambling activities concerning intercollegiate athletics competition; • Soliciting a bet on any intercollegiate team; • Accepting a bet on any team representing the institution; • Soliciting or accepting a bet on any intercollegiate competition for any item (e.g., cash, shirt, dinner) that has tangible value; • Participating in any gambling activity that involves intercollegiate athletics or professional athletics, through a bookmaker, a parlay card or any other method employed by organized gambling; or • Participate in fantasy leagues, online gambling, NCAA brackets or any other arrangements of services involving payout or reward of any kind.
Furthermore, a student-athlete who is involved in any activity designed to influence the outcome of an intercollegiate contest or participates in a wager involving any ISU contest, the student-athlete shall lose all remaining regular and post-season eligibility in all sports.
Department penalties for gambling are, but not limited to: a warning from the Director of Athletics, suspension from practice and/or athletic contest, cancelation of athletically related financial aid, and/or removal from athletic team, admonishment; written reprimand; suspension from the team; reduction, cancellation or non- renewal of athletic financial aid; and dismissal from the team. Additional sanctions may be imposed by the broader university, including probation, suspension from school, or expulsion.
Grievance Procedure Every student has access to a number of problem-solving mechanisms within the University. The Student Support Services staff will inform student-athletes of their options should they find themselves in trouble. However, because there are sometimes problems, which arise as a result of the position as a student-athlete, a grievance procedure to deal with these types of problems has been established. The Athletics Advisory Board and the Minority Advisory Board (MAB) address such problems.
It is assumed that most problems can and should be resolved between the student-athlete and the coach. The grievance procedures should only be used for those problems that the student-athlete has been unable to resolve with the coach or those issues that cannot be addressed with the coach. If every effort has been made to resolve the situation using other means and no solution has been reached, contact the associate athletic director/senior woman administrator (AAD) and the AD. Before contacting the AAD and/or AD after meeting with the coach of the student- athlete’s respective athletic program the following should be done:
• Write a statement of the complaint and why the student-athlete disagrees with the decision rendered or actions taken. • Include the date and time of the meeting with the respective coach. If the student-athlete did not meet with the coach, a statement must be included as to why the student-athlete believes this issue(s) could not be addressed with the coach. • List the outcome of the respective coach’s decision including any sanctions, suspension, or additional duties assigned.
This written statement must be presented to the AAD. If no agreeable solution is obtained, the student-athlete may seek further assistance from:
46 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook • Minority Advisory Board • Faculty athletic representative (FAR) • Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center.
Contact Information The student-athlete should contact the Minority Advisory Board or the Diversity Resource Center at (208) 282-3142 or email [email protected] for a grievance issue related to diversity. The DRC also has a confidential drop-box on the first floor of the Rendezvous building by room 157 so that you may submit a complaint or grievance.
The student-athlete should contact the Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center at (208) 282-2805 for a grievance issue related to gender.
The student-athlete should contact the FAR, Caroline Faure’, at (208) 282-4085 or at room number 201D of Reed Gym, for any issues or questions related to participation in intercollegiate athletics.
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48 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook health student health insurance
athletic training room
strength and conditioning equipment room
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Idaho State University Athletic Department requires that all student-athletes (walk-ons, new and returning) to obtain/provide primary health insurance information before they will be allowed to practice or participate in any intercollegiate team or individual activities. If a student–athlete’s primary insurance coverage status changes at any time, it is the responsibility of the student-athlete to notify the athletic department immediately or you will not be ablet o partipate in practice or competition. Changes should be reported directly to the Athletic Insurance Coordinator, Marilyn Anderton @ (208)-282-4059, or to one of the university’s Certified Athletic Trainers.
For your information: In order for a student-athlete’s primary insurance to meet the ACA requirement, the health insurance must qualify as “minimum essential coverage,” which is a type of health coverage approved by the federal government. If the student-athlete’s primary insurance does not meet this requirement, he/she (or his/her parents if he/she is a claimed tax dependent) may be subject to a tax penalty on their federal income tax returns for the months they do not have minimum essential coverage. For more information, the student- athlete should consult with a tax professional.
International Student Athletes will also be required to carry primary insurance in the US. We are highly recommending PGH Global/United Healthcare for our international student athletes. Please visit www. pghstudent.com for additional information. Feel free to contact Marilyn Anderton if you have any further questions or concerns.
Idaho State University’s Athletic Trainers work with our Team Physicians to provide outstanding care for our student athletes. As part of the provision of these services to student-athletes, Idaho State University will be billing for services rendered in the Athletic Training Room to student-athletes’ primary insurances, whether it is their own insurance policy or their parent’s insurance policy.
Referral Procedure All medical services for athletic injuries provided to a student-athlete must be coordinated with the team Athletic Trainer, if all or part of the service is to be paid for or provided on behalf of ISU. The Athletic Injury/ Authorization Form is to be completed for: • All appointments with an ISU team physician and/or consultant • All appointments at the ISU Student Health Center • Any x-rays • Any type of diagnostic testing • All scheduled Physical Therapy or Chiropractic Care • Any scheduled surgery • Braces or orthotics prescribed • Any and all services that are received outside of the athletic training room
The following procedures must be followed: • Forward all billing information to Marilyn Anderton, Athletic Insurance Coordinator (208) 282-4059. • If the student-athlete/family receives a bill, benefits check, or request for information, etc., a copy of all applicable insurance statements showing payment or denial of benefits should be forwarded to the Athletic Department. You should not assume that bills will be “taken care of.” Any questions about the bills should be directed to Marilyn Anderton, Athletic Insurance Coordinator (208) 282-4059. • Failure to provide billing information to the Athletic Department or the Athletic Insurance Coordinator and/or a lack of cooperation by the student-athlete may result in the student-athlete being 100% responsible for all remaining bills.
50 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Any Further Questions Can Be Directed to: Athletic Insurance Coordinator Marilyn Anderton 921 S. 8th Ave., Stop 8375 208-282-4059 [email protected] Athletic Training Room The department operates two main athletic training rooms and one satelite site (Davis Field):
Holt Arena 282-3408 Reed Gym 282-3052
The hours of the Athletic Training Room will vary season to season. Use of the Athletic Training Room may not be used as an excuse for being late for practice.
Guidelines: • Contact your athletic trainer immediately at any sign of injury or illness to ensure proper evaluation and treatment • Continue all treatment until the Athletic Trainer decides it is no longer needed and informs you as such • Wear appropriate clothing in the Athletic Training Room, i.e. shorts, shirts, no cleats • Do not handle any of the treatment machines • Help keep the Athletic Training Room area clean and orderly • No roughhousing or lounging • No shoes on taping/treatment tables • No eating or drinking in the Athletic Training Rooms • Personal property and equipment should be left in the lockers • No supplies should be removed from the Athletic Training Room • Inappropriate behavior may result in disciplinary actions with the head coach or dismissal from the athletic training room Treatments: • You must report for all treatments at your appointed time • Your coach will be notified if you do not show-up • The Athletic Training Staff under the direction of the Team Physician will administer appropriate treatments and rehabilitation • A coach cannot arrange for treatment unless pre-approved by the Athletic Trainer • The Athletic Trainer must approve all physical therapy and rehabilitation treatment even if prescribed by the physician • Lack of attendance to scheduled appointments may result in a charge to the individual athlete • All treatments must be scheduled around class time if possible • Please call the athletic trainer or appropriate business office in the event that you may be late or need to cancel an appointment
Returning Athletes: • Prior to beginning practice, a health questionnaire must be completed and returned to the Athletic Trainer Walk-on Athletes: • Obtain, complete, and return the Permission Form and checklist form to your Head Coach • Contact an Athletic Trainer to make an appointment for your physical • All costs associated with the physical, any tests, consultations, and/or medical procedures needed to gain approval/certification for participation in intercollegiate athletics at Idaho State University will be the responsibility of the student-athlete and/or his/her primary insurance
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 51 EXIT INTERVIEWS AND PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS All student-athletes who have either completed their eligibility or are no longer participating in their chosen sport must complete an exit interview immediately following the final competition with the Athletic Trainer. • Exit interviews are to facilitate the care of any lingering injuries or medical problems • Treatment and appointments will be established if necessary • If a student-athlete chooses not to have an exit physical, Idaho State University is relieved of any liability and or financial responsibility for any damages or injuries sustained as a result of athletics participation
TEAM PHYSICIAN • Appointments with the Team Physician will be set up by the Athletic Trainer if deemed appropriate • If you make an appointment, please be sure to show up for it on time or have the courtesy to cancel it. Failure to cancel/missing an appointment may result in a missed appointment charge, which will be the sole responsibility of the student-athlete
EMERGENCY TREATMENT When the athletic training room is closed: • Contact your team athletic trainer of the Athletic Trainers • Go to the Student Health Center or call 282-4330 In a life-threatening situation: • Call 911 if off-campus or 8-911 on campus or reach Campus Security by calling 282-2515 • Go immediately to Portneuf Medical Center 777 Hospital Way • Contact your team athletic trainer or coach
PREVENTIVE TAPING, WRAPPING, OR BRACING Consult your Athletic Trainer to see if and when the use of supportive devices should be used or discontinued. All required taping should be done at one of the Athletic Training Rooms before practice and games and or after treatments.
The ISU Athletics Department will not assume any financial responsibility for complications due to failure to follow physician and/or trainer’s instructions.
NUTRITION Many nutritional/dietary supplements contain NCAA Banned Substances. Student-athletes should contact their coaches, athletic trainers, strength coach or team physicians prior to taking any supplement. Information may also be gained at following website: www.drugfreesport.com/rec. Idaho State University assumes no responsibility in the loss of eligibility due to testing positive on a NCAA conducted drug test. Strength and Conditioning Program The principal strength center is located in the Sports Medicine Complex adjacent to Holt Arena. Your physical well being is essential for helping you reach and maintain your optimum physical condition. To help achieve this goal, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has established a Strength and Conditioning Program to increase athletic performance and decrease the severity of injury. However should an injury occur, the Department is committed to a comprehensive rehabilitation program.
*It is important that you remember that if you have been injured, you must have clearance from the Athletic Training staff before working out.
The goal of the Strength and Conditionling Program is to enhance athletic performance, while providing sport-specific training. Such training and conditioning allows you to gain strength, speed, and power while reducing your chances of injury.
Hours of Operation The Sports Medicine Complex is for all varsity student-athletes and department staff. Everyone else must obtain the Strength
52 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook and Conditioning coach’s permission to use the facility. The Weight Room is open to student-athletes and department staff only during the hours set by the Strength and Conditioning Coach. A time of 6:00 am to 5:00 pm is currently scheduled for the Strength and Conditioning Facility. Because a large number of people use the main Strength and Conditioning Center, schedules have been developed to eliminate congestion and facilitate training sessions. Student-athletes are normally scheduled by teams for obvious reasons. However, due to class conflicts and other schedule conflicts, exceptions are made. Therefore, schedule deviations are sometimes necessary to accommodate athletes who have priority over users.
*Note: Hours of operation vary depending on season and team schedules. If you need specific information on hours call 282-3035.*
Former Student-athletes who are not enrolled in school or have not graduated are not permitted to utilize the strength facilities, training rooms or any other Idaho State University athletic department facilities.
STRENGTH CENTER RULES The following Strength Center rules have been established for all users: 1. Adhere to scheduled workout times. 2. Student-athletes must let their Strength and Conditioning coach know if they will be missing a workout. 3. Only current student-athletes are allowed in the weight room. Former athletes must have permission from the head strength coach and must sign a release form. 4. Prior to participation all student-athletes must have a physical exam and medical clearance before using the strength and conditioning complex. 5. Any student-athlete wishing to take supplements must first clear the supplement with the strength and conditioning coach to ensure that the product is safe and allowable by the NCAA. The recommendation of the strength staff is that supplements will not improve athletic ability. 6. No horseplay, temper tantrums or offending others is allowed. 7. Always warm-up and cool down. Stretch before and after each workout. 8. A member of the Strength and Conditioning staff must be present for all workouts in the Strength center. 9. A spotter must be used when student-athletes are doing near maximum-efforts, at any number of repetitions. 10. Use the proper form on all lifts and take the exercise through the full range of motion; do not jerk or bounce the weight. 11. Student-athletes are required to use collars on the bar. 12. No one is allowed to squat outside the squat rack. 13. Metal weights must not be dropped. Only rubber weights may be dropped on power platforms 14. All weights and dumbbells must be returned to their proper racks, replacing dumbbells in pairs. Weights are not to be left on the floor. 15. Break down all bars used and weight-loaded machines. Put plates back in proper order, making sure the lettering faces out so plates can be easily read. 16. Any facility related injury must be reported to the strength and conditioning coach immediately. 17. Clean workout gear, including shirts, is mandatory. Shirts, shorts, or sweats are acceptable. 18. Athletic shoes are required. Flip flops, stockings, sandals, muddy shoes and bare feet are not acceptable. 19. Student-Athletes are not allowed to use cell phones or IPODS during any of their workouts. 20. Food and drinks are allowed in the facilities, but must be cleaned up after use 21. Tobacco is not allowed. 22. No pets or children are allowed in the weight room unless permitted by the strength and 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 53 conditioning coach. 23. Strength and conditioning staff is not responsible for lost or stolen items. 24. Student-athletes must follow their strength and conditioning program developed by the Strength and Conditioning coach. 25. The Strength and Conditioning coaches must be treated with decency and respect by student-athletes. 26. The strength and conditioning coach has the authority to excuse any student-athlete or coach if the above rules are not followed. 27. If you have any questions about your training program, ask your Strength and Conditioning coach.
Workout cards: Workout cards must be put away after each workout or consequences will be enforced.
“Where the Best Come to be the Best they can Become.”
Equipment Room
Hours of operation vary depending on season and team schedules. For specific information contact 282-3373.
• You must have completed a physical examination through the ISU athletics training room, furnished insurance information, completed NCAA certification forms, and been cleared for participation by the compliance office prior to equipment being issued to you for workout, practice, or competition. • As a student-athlete you may not accept athletic equipment, supplies, or clothing from any manufacturer or commercial enterprise. • Athletic clothing/shoes issued for workout, practice, travel, or competition should only be worn for those purposes. • You are responsible for the items issued to you. Lost or stolen items may be charged to you at full replacement value and should be reported to your coach or the equipment room. • Your head coach may allow you to utilize workout clothing and shoes for summer workouts. These items must be returned at the conclusion of the summer workouts.
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bengal athletic boosters student athlete leadership
sports information
good things to know
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 55 Bengal Athletic Boosters The Bengal Athletic Boosters is an organization of volunteers and boosters dedicated to raising funds for athletic scholarships at Idaho State University. More than 800 loyal donors support the Bengal Athletic Boosters and its mission of providing scholarship support to the athletic department’s 300 plus student-athletes.
Established in 1980, the spirit and intent of the generous donors and volunteers involved in the Bengal Athletic Boosters can be attributed to the “Gridiron” and “Century” booster clubs that were active during the 1950’s and 1960’s. Membership in the Bengal Athletic Boosters allows for community members, alumni, and friends of the university to help ensure the funds necessary to cover the costs of men’s and women’s athletic scholarships, which total $2.5 million.
The goal of all of these efforts is to benefit the student-athletes who represent Idaho State University. All student-athletes benefit from the efforts of donors to the Bengal Athletic Boosters and the athletic department.
Gifting Opportunities and Annual Events to Benefit Bengal Athletics Orange and Black Golf Classic Bengal Athletic Booster Membership Drive Bengal Auction Women’s Basketball Annual Crab Feed Bengals in Boise Golf Scramble Scarecrow Auction Pass, Punt & Kick Competition benGal Football Clinic Santa Claws Run ISU Softball Trivia Night Caddie Classic
Sport Gift Clubs The Cage Club The Fast Break Club The Keeper’s Club The Match Point Club The Quarterback Club The On Deck Circle The Caddie Club The Fleetfoot Club
For more information about how your family or friends can help support Idaho State University men’s and women’s athletics, please contact:
Donna Hays, Executive Director of Athletic Development Bengal Athletic Boosters 921 S. 8th Ave. Stop 8173 Pocatello, Idaho 83209 208-282-5773
56 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Student-Athlete Leadership
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee A committee made up of members of ISU Student-athletes representing each of their athletic teams, meeting regularly to:
• Enhance the Athletic and Educational Experience at Idaho State University • Promote efficient and effective communication between the ISU Athletic Department and the student-athletes and provide suggestions on programs designed to serve their needs • Actively encourage involvement of the student-athletes with the campus faculty , staff, student body, and community • Develop a camaraderie and communication among athletic teams at ISU that emphasizes the supporting of each other in both sports and academics • Design and implement programs which will encourage academics, achievement, health promotion, social responsibility, and awareness throughout the campus
Four committees actively participate in the council: • Events Involvement • Welfare Program • Community Outreach • Education Outreach
NCAA Leadership Conference The mission of the NCAA Leadership Conference is to develop a diverse group of student-athletes who will actively participate in and experience a multitude of challenging and thought-provoking activities that will enable them to become agents of change on their campuses and in their communities.
Leadership Development Student Athletes are encouraged to participate in activities, programs and projects that develop and enhance leadership skills and opportunities. The ISU Leadership and Service Center on the third floor of the Pond Student Union serves as a repository for information on credit and non-credit classes, activities, service projects, Spring Break trips and other related offerings that are available to all students interested in leadership.
Student Athletes can also gain leadership skills through participation in academic and non-academic clubs and organizations as officers and members. A comprehensive list of all student organizations is available in the Student Activities Center in the Pond Student Union and on the Student Activities Board website (www.isu.edu/prgbrd/).
The Associated Students of Idaho State University (ASISU) also provides opportunities for students to be involved in leadership, campus governance, student representation and involvement in academic and non-academic policy development. In addition to an elected President and Vice President, ASISU includes senators elected to represent all of the colleges on campus that offer degrees.
Diversity ISU has a Diversity Center located in the Rendezvous Complex. In addition, there are a plethora of cultural clubs and organizations who promote knowledge, understanding and acceptance of difference based on ethnicity, cultural, race, country of origin and sexual orientation, just to mention a few. ISU offers a wide array of diversity programming including speakers, movies, celebrations and entertainment. Some of the most popular diverse programs are offered by various international student organizations (Indian Students Association, Chinese Students Association, Nepalese Student Association, etc.). A comprehensive list of all student organizations is available in the Student Activities Center and on the Student Activities website (http://www2.isu.edu/departments/stdorg/temp/alpha.php). 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 57 Sports Information By accepting this handbook, the student-athlete grants permission to distribute any pertinant information to media sources, including featrue story ideas, sports-related injuries and academic achievements.
PROMOTIONAL OR CHARITABLE BENEFIT APPEARANCES A recent ruling by the NCAA now allows student-athletes to speak to groups and make promotional or charitable benefit appearances. There are some restrictions and an information form must be completed in all cases. If you are asked to speak at or promote a charitable function, you should refer the person to your coach and compliance office so that the proper information and permission may be obtained. Please direct all such requests to your coach and make sure that WRITTEN approval is on file. Failure to get clearance from your coach could result in serious NCAA violations. By accepting this handbook, the student-athlete grants permission to distribute any pertinant information to media sources, including featrue story ideas, sports-related injuries and academic achievements.
THE MEDIA Idaho State University’s intercollegiate athletics program generates a high level of public interest and media attention. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is aware that its image affects the reputation of the entire University and urges you to exercise care when making statements to the media. To facilitate good media relations, ISU’s Media Relations Office functions as an information service publicity agent for you, your coaches and your team. This office serves media outlets on a local, regional and national basis. You should never agree to an interview unless the arrangements are coordinated through the Sports Information Office. Never give out your home phone number to a member of the media. The athletics media relations department works to ensure fair and equitable treatment to all student-athletes.
INTERVIEWS ALL INTERVIEWS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH THE SPORTS INFORMATION OFFICE! The sports information office must know about all interviews in which you are participating. Be on time for scheduled interviews. If you can’t make a scheduled appointment, call the Athletics Sports Information office as soon as possible. Remember that when talking with a member of the media, you are always on the record. Even casual conversations may be used in stories that the media produces.
Set the ground rules right away. If you have to get treatment for an injury, have an appointment with a coach or must begin practice soon, tell the reporter you have ‘X’ amount of time. If someone is coming from out of town, plan ahead and give them plenty of time to conduct the interview.
Dress appropriately. What you wear can give an impression that reflects on the entire athletics department. If possible, please wear a t-shirt or other athletic apparel with your program’s name on it (ex. Idaho State Volleyball).
Never agree to a telephone interview unless the interview has been arranged by Athletics Sports Information. Your home or cell phone number will not be given out. This allows you to avoid contact with unauthorized persons who may attempt to gain and use information for gambling or other questionable purposes. This also eliminates the element of surprise. When you are at home your guard is down and you are an easy target for media.
If you have any more questions regarding the media, appointments or an interview, please contact: Sports Information Office Steve Schaack, office: 208-282-2621, cell: 208-406-3570, email: [email protected] Jenna Galloway, office: 208-282-3651, cell: 208-479-4910, email: [email protected] Southwest Corner of Holt Arena Social Media: Social media is a valuable part of our daily lives. The uses of platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and other social media outlets will not only promote you as an individual but it also reflects the entire athletic department. 58 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook While your account is personal, what you post also reflects the athletic department and university. If you have any questions on what is appropriate to post please see the sports information office.
Hints for Dealing with the Media Media interviews may be a new area of responsibility for many student-athletes, so the following tips may help you when dealing with the media: • Understand the reporter’s question before answering it. • Speak clearly. As you speak clearly, the reporter will be more likely to receive a positive image from you and from what you are saying.
DO’S DON’T’S Be prepared Say “No Comment” Be prompt Be negative Be personable Lose your control Be polite Be sarcastic Praise your Team Use Slang Forget you are “always on the record”
Good Things To Know Computer Labs: Computing and Communications manages over 400 computers in 10 computer labs and other shared-use locations on the main ISU campus in Pocatello and on the remote campuses in Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and Boise. In addition to the computer labs, you are able to check out laptop connected to ISU ‘s network. The ISU Athletic Department will reimburse all student-athletics for ISU Computing fees.
Computer Accounts: Students can obtain accounts at the Computer Service Center Administrative office in the basement of the Business Administration Building, or at the Idaho Falls and Twin Falls Microcomputer Labs. You will need to fill out an account entry form and pay the required fee each semester to use the networks. Students will be asked to read and sign a Student Computing Contract upon registering for an account. This contract explains the acceptable use policies for ISU computer accounts, as well as the consequences of non-acceptable use. The last clause of that contract reads as follows: I HAVE READ THE ENTIRE STUDENT COMPUTING CONTRACT. I ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO USE THE ISU COMPUTING RESOURCES SOLELY FOR UNIVERSITY INSTRUCTIONAL, ADMINISTRATIVE, OR RESEARCH ACTIVITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH ABOVE POLICY. I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT ANY ABUSE OF THE ABOVE PRIVILEGE MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF COMPUTING PRIVILEGES WHETER OR NOT SUCH PRIVILEGES ARE NECESSARY FOR CONTINUED ENROLLMENT IN MY PRESENT COURSE OF STUDY.
If students want to keep thier data from semester to semester and want to beat the registration rush, it is wise to renew accounts before the end of the semester (althought accounts aren’t officially purged until the first week of a new semester). If you would like to maintain your account through the twelve weeks of summer, you may do this by paying the summer computer use fee.
In addition to the computer lab fees, students are given a $25.00 printing qouta for the semester. Students will be asked to a pay a $0.25 per page charge for color laser printing and $0.05 per page charge for black and white printing performed in the computer lab.
Special accounts are sometimes granted for people who are neither students, faculty, staff or spouse at ISU, but such accounts must be approved by Les WIlson, Associate Director.
Automatic Tellers: Automatic bank teller machines are located in three locations on campus: The Pond Student Union Building and on Terry St. across from the Reed Gym Parking Lot next to the dorms, and in Holt Arena.
Bikes: Since parking is limited and hard to come by during school hours, bikes are recommended. Bike racks are located
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Bookstore: The main campus bookstore is located on the bottom floor of the Pond Student Union Building. They sell a variety of items, including textbooks, school supplies and Idaho State Bengal Logo apparel.
Bus Service: The University offers a free shuttle bus service on campus Monday through Friday. Pocatello also has a municipal bus service that allows for easy transportation throughout the city. Three bus routes pass through the college at various times during the day. The bus is free for ISU students
Mail Service: Mail is delivered to the residence halls on a daily basis. There is a full-service post office on campus located in the Pond Student Union Building.
Parking and Permits: A parking fee is assessed to each car which does not have permission to park in the University parking areas during the year. As a student, to purchase a parking permit, go to the University Parking Services located at Humbolt and 5th. Bring your vehicle’s registration certificate with you when buying your parking permit.
Student Newspaper: THE BENGAL, a weekly publication, is a prominent voice on campus life. Staffed entirely by students, this newspaper is free for students and the papers are distributed throughout the many buildings on the ISU campus. If you are interested about joining the newspaper staff, stop by the Bengal offices located in the Pond Student Union Building. Check Cashing: The Idaho State Credit Union is located on the ISU campus across from the library. Also, students may cash checks at the information desk in the Pond Student Union Building.
Copies: Copiers are located throughout the campus buildings, with the majority of them in the Eli Oboler Library. There you may also purchase a copy card that will save you money on copies. Located in the Pond Student Union Building is the Total Copy Center and on the corner of Carter and 5th St. Kinko’s resides, which is open 24 hours.
Emergencies and Emergency Phones: If you have an emergency or wish to report a crime in progress, call 911 for the police. There are emergency phones strategically located on campus. They have blue lights on top and can be pressed for immediate assistance. For campus police call 282-2515.
Intramural Sports: The office of Campus Recreation offers well-rounded competitive and recreational sports through intramurals. The office sponsors intramural activities for men and women and co-recreational activities as well. Ask your coaches for permission to participate in intramurals. Activities include: tennis, soccer, basketball, flag football, softball, racquetball, volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee and many more.
Legal Aid: All ISU student athletes are eligible for free legal aid advice. An attorney is available only during the fall and spring semesters on Monday’s and Thursday’s from 4 to 6 p.m. in the ASISU office, 299 Hypostyle and not on holiday’s or school breaks. Students may make an appointment by calling 282-3435.
Museum of Natural History: The Idaho Museum of Natural History is home to collections in anthropology, vertebrate paleontology, earth science, and the life sciences. It holds an archive of documents and ethnographic photographs. Exhibitions emphasize the collections and mission of the Museum, and include permanent and special offerings. Educational classes for children, families, and adults provide more in-depth exploration of the natural history of Idaho.
Career Center: The CDC’s continuum of career services programs and resources will meet your career development and employment needs. Professional career counselors will help you utilize the best tools available to assist you in setting and attaining your educational and occupational goals. Counseling is free; however, small fees are charged for interest/personality inventories. Let us help you explore options and determine your career direction! The career center provides assistance with choosing a major, exploring career options, looking for an internship, part-time employment, creating your resume, and preparation for job interviews.
60 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Academic Skills Center: The center helps students with study skills, reading, mathematics, writing, and English for speakers of other languages (ESOL). Professional staff and certified tutors in the Writing and Math Labs provide one-on-one and small-group instruction without charge to all full- or part-time students.
International Programs and Services: This office supports and promotes opportunities in international education, providing guidance and support services for international students, and also assisting domestic students identify and participate in international learning opportunities.
Earl R. Pond Student Union: The Student Union serves the campus as the focal point for an informal education. Among its many facilities are lounges, a check cashing service, automatic teller machines, food service areas, bowling, billiards, film theater, radio station, computer lab, copy service, ballroom, barber shop, bookstore, meeting rooms, and much more. The facilities are in constant use by various campus groups, individual students, and off-campus groups from the community and area. The Program Board, appointed by the Student Senate, is responsible for the entertainment and social programs which take place on campus. This student committee has the responsibility for programming movies, dances, homecoming, concerts, art displays, games tournaments, speakers, family programming, and many other activities.
The Bengal Card: Students are required to have a valid ISU student photo identification card as proof of current enrollment. These cards, called Bengal Cards, are available at the Bengal Card Service Center located at Public Safety. Bengal Cards are used for your safety to control access to dorms, labs and other buildings around campus. Bengal Cards are required for admission to tests, check cashing services, ASISU events and library privileges. There is a fee of $10.00 for a replacement ID Card. During fee payment, cards may be obtained at the fee payment area in the Student Union. During any other time, they are available at Public Safety.
Eli M. Oboler Library: Library materials support the research and recreational needs of our students and staff. Holdings include over 416,000 books, more than 119,000 bound periodicals, an excess of 8,000 journals, magazines and newspaper titles, and 3,200 current subscriptions. In addition to print materials, the Library owns a collection of approximately 1,526,000 microforms and maintains licenses for access to several abstracting and indexing databases, as well as several hundred electronic journals.
* Information taken from the University Student Handbook.
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62 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook miscellaneous
head coaches
student-athlete advisory committee
important phone numbers
acknowledgement of mutual expectation
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 63 Intercollegiate Head Coaches at Idaho State
Bill Evans Allison Gibson TBA Men’s Basketball Women’s Soccer Golf
Nate Houle Rob Phenicie Candi Letts Cross Country Football Softball
Gretchen Maloney Hillary Merkley Rick Reynolds Women’s Tennis Track and Field Women’s Volleyball
Mark Rodel Seton Sobolewski Men’s Tennis Women’s Basketball
64 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook ISU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Officers
Jen McCaw Erik Nakken Hope Mortensen Co-President Co-President/Marketing V.P. Recruiting V.P.
Kenya Sherman Alexis Patten Finance V.P. Secretary Mission Statement of the National SAACs
“The mission of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare and fostering a positive student- athlete image.”
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 65 Important Phone Numbers (282-Prefix) Admissions...... 2475 ASISU Offices...... 3535 Associated Students of ISU...... 3435 Athletics-Holt Arena ...... 4668 Bookstore ...... 3237 Career Center ...... 2380 Central Academic Advising ...... 3277 Commuter Bus Info...... 2956 Computer Center-BA...... 2872 Counseling and Testing Center...... 2130 Division of Health Science...... 3287 Disability Services...... 3599 Enrollment and Academic Services ...... 2123 Fee Payment Information...... 2900 Financial Aid ...... 2756 Graduate School...... 2150 Housing...... 2120 Information Desk...... 2700 International Students & Study Abroad Program...... 4320 Janet C. Anderson Women & Men’s Center...... 2805 Library...... 2958 Minority Recruitment & Retention...... 3277 New Student Orientation...... 3451 Parking Office...... 2625 Program Board...... 3451 Public Safety...... 2515 Reed Gym...... 4405 Registration & Records...... 2661 Scholarships...... 3315 Student Affairs...... 2315 Student Employment ...... 2778 Student Health Center...... 2330 Student Health Insurance...... 2972 Student Newspaper ...... 2246 Student Organizations...... 3451 Total Copy Center...... 4442 TRIO Student Support Services...... 3242 College of Arts and Letters...... 3207 College of Business...... 2135 College of Education...... 2783 College of Engineering and Science...... 2902 College of Pharmacy ...... 2280 66 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Athletics Directory Administrative Staff Jeff Tingey, Athletic Director ...... 282-4064 Nancy Graziano, Assoc. A.D. for Student Support Services...... 282-4503 Joe Borich, Asst. A.D. for Development...... 282-3373 Jim Kramer, Asst. A.D. for Financial Services...... 282-2692 Steve Schaack, Asst. A.D. for Media Relations...... 282-2621 Matt Steuart, Assitant A.D. for Academics...... 282-2575 James H. Yizar Jr. “Byrd”, Assistant A.D. for Student Success...... 282-3662 Joel Vickery, Asst. A.D. for Compliance...... 282-3332 Cody Sparrow, Compliance Assistant ...... 282-4503 Phil Pleasant, Assistant Director of Academics...... 282-3546 Mike Lacey, Academic Advisor, Football...... 282-3312 KaLee Kopp, Director of Marketing...... 282-5781 Susan Fuger, Accounts Technician...... 282-3356 Sarah Clarkson, Accounts Technician...... 282-3356 Shanna Neeser, Administrative Assistant to the AD...... 282-4064 Ted Gambles, Administrative Assistant...... 282-4668 Located in Holt Arena, North Side George Casper, Director of Events...... 282-3398 Holt Arena Fiscal Officer...... 282-3399 Administrative Assistant...... 282-4931 Jackie Duncan, Concessions Manager...... 282-4170 Erin Joy, Ticket Manager...... 282-4093 Donna Hays, Director of Bengal Athletic Boosters...... 282-5773 Bengal Athletic Boosters Administrative Assistant...... 282-2397 Monte Adams, Maintenence...... 282-2992 Media Relations Steve Schaack, Assistant A.D. for Media Relations...... 282-2621 Jenna Galloway, Assistant Director of Sports Media Relations...... 282-3651 Men’s Basketball Bill Evans, Head Coach...... 282-4552 Andy Ward, Assistant Coach...... 282-4551 Jay Collins, Assistant Coach...... 282-3361 Tim Walsh, Assistant Coach...... 282-3286 Patrick Jensen, Graduate Assistant Coach...... 282-5697 Women’s Basketball Seton Sobolewski, Head Coach...... 282-3381 Mike Trujillo, Assistant Coach...... 282-2801 Ryan Johnson, Assistant Coach...... 282-3623 Bryanna Mueller, Assistant Coach...... 282-3493
2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 67 Golf Head Coach...... 282-4668 Assistant Coach...... 282-4668 Football Rob Phenicie, Head Coach ...... 282-2704 Roger Cooper, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 David Fiefia, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Steve Fifita, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Assistant Coach ...... 282-2704 Dorian Keller, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Spencer Toone, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Matt Troxel, Assistant Coach...... 282-2704 Tyson Munns, Director of Operations...... 282-2704 Women’s Soccer Allison Gibson, Head Coach...... 282-2925 Chris Cogan, Assistant Coach...... 282-2788 Neal Ozmun, Assistant Coach...... 282-4263 Women’s Softball Candi Letts, Head Coach...... 282-5269 Alex Schultz, Assistant Coach...... 282-3352 Men’s and Women’s Tennis Gretchen Maloney, Women’s Head Coach...... 520-2213 Mark Rodel, Men’s Head Coach...... 227-6703 Men’s and Women’s Track/Cross Country Hillary Merkley, Head Track Coach...... 282-3299 Nate Houle, Head Cross Country Coach/Assistant Track and Field Coach...... 282-3297 Mike McPherson, Assistant Track and Field Coach...... 282-2457 Casey Fonnesbeck, Assistant Track and Field Coach...... 282-2457 Yuriy Litvinski, Assistant Track and Field Coach...... 282-2457 Women’s Volleyball Rick Reynolds, Head Coach...... 282-4095 April Sanchez, Assistant Coach...... 282-5930 Keisha Fisher, Assistant Coach...... 282-4565 Strength Training Head Strength and Conditioning Coach...... 282-3035 Athletic Trainers Jodi Wotowey, Head Athletic Trainer Holt Arena...... 282-3408 Reed Gym...... 282-3052 Davis Field...... 282-2289 Director of Equipment Robert Crompton...... 282-3373
68 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook Acknowledgement of Mutual Expectations Idaho State University Athletic Department
We acknowledge that the University has a responsibility to assist you in your educational and athletic goals.
Academics: 1. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges to provide reasonable support and assistance to you as you pursue your academic goals. Such support includes personnel to monitor academic performance and encouragement and recognition of academic achievement. 2. The ISU Department of Athletics acknowledges that your academic work is as important as your performance on the field of play If conflicts arise between your academic and athletic responsibilities, it is understood that academic work is the priority and should take precedence. Athletics: 1. The ISU Department of Athletics recognizes the importance of athletics as a part of your educational experience. 2. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges to provide you with quality coaching and skill instruction to enable you to develop your full potential as an athlete. 3. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges to provide the facilities, equipment, and level of competition necessary for you to achieve your individual and team goals. Social Responsibility: 1. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges to provide clear rules and articulated expectations for individual and team behavior on and off the field of play. 2. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges that coaches and other personnel will serve as role models and will behave in an exemplary manner both on and off the field of play. 3. The ISU Department of Athletics pledges that sanctions or consequences for misconduct will be appropriate to the seriousness of the offense.
Student-Athlete
I acknowledge that the opportunity to be a collegiate athlete is a privilege with rights and responsibilities. Academics: 1. I realize that this is primarily an academic institution, and therefore that course work and regular class attendance must be a main focus for me. I pledge to make academic achievement a primary goal. 2. I also realize that my participation in athletics is in part enabling and enhancing my educational opportunities, and further, that my continued participation in the athletic program is dependent upon my academic performance. Therefore, I will attend class regularly and complete my course work as assigned. Failure to do so could result in non-renewal or immediate cancellation of my financial aid. Athletics 1. I recognize the importance of athletics in the context of my overall educational experience, and I pledge to commit myself to achieve my full potential as an athlete. 2. I acknowledge that I have responsibilities to my team and to achieve my best athletic performance. I pledge to use my free time efficiently to meet my academic commitments and to assure that my athletic performance and my team are not adversely affected. Social Responsibility 1. I realize that by being an athlete I am inescapably a role model for my peers and for local youth, even when I am not on the field of play. I recognize that my behavior will be scrutinized by the media and others simply because I am an athlete. 2. I recognize that whether in or out of uniform, on or off campus, and in or out of season, I represent Idaho State University to the public. Therefore, I will act in a manner that is a credit to my teammates, my coach, the University, and myself. I pledge to abide by the ISU Student Code of Conduct and the Idaho Student-Athlete Code of Conduct during my student-athlete career, and to conduct myself in an honorable and responsible manner at all times. 3. I understand that social media is a valuable part of our daily lives. The uses of platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and other social media outlets will not only promote me as an individual but it also reflects the entire athletic department. I realize that while my account is personal, what I post also reflects the athletic department and university. I pledge to use discretion in all social media postings, and I pledge to seek advice or counsel whenever necessary. 2017-18 Idaho State University Student-Athlete Handbook 69