2017-2018 University of Louisville Student-Athlete Handbook Receipt of Acknowledgment

2017-2018 University of Louisville Student-Athlete Handbook Receipt of Acknowledgment This student-athlete handbook has been developed for the exclusive use of the University of Louisville Athletic Association. Student-athletes are expected to abide by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), and University of Louisville student code of conduct, and athletic department rules and policies set forth in the handbook and team policies and guidelines provided by the head coach. Student-athletes are responsible for reading the handbook and becoming familiar with these rules and policies. In the event of a disciplinary incident, this handbook is considered the student- athlete’s first notice. I agree to the statements above and understand I am responsible for the policies and guidelines set forth in the 2017-2018 University of Louisville Student-Athlete Handbook. I also understand that this handbook contains athletic department resources available to student-athletes and University resources available to the general student body. Name (Printed): Sport: Signature: Date: Note: The conduct policies set forth in the University of Louisville Student-Athlete Handbook are applicable to all student-athletes including groups representing the athletic department (i.e. Spirit Groups). Table of Contents Message from Athletic Director……………………………………5 University Services……………………………………………..…39-40 Student-Athlete Advisory Committee…………………………..6 Dining Services About the Handbook……………………………………………………7 Dean of Students Mission Statements……………………………………………………..7 International Center Student-Athlete Conduct…………………………………..……8-13 Disability Resource Center Alcohol Policy Counseling Center Hazing and Initiation Policy PEACC Center Social Media Use Women’s Center Academic Dishonesty Policy Cultural Center NCAA Academic Misconduct LGBT Center Team Rules Career Development Center Team Travel Cardinal Shuttle Ethical Conduct and Sportsmanship Policy Parking Unethical Conduct University Police Tobacco Use NCAA Compliance…………………………………………………41-54 Sports Information Policies Reporting Violations Sports Wagering Extra Benefits University Policies………………………………………….……..14-17 Transfer rules and Policies Notice of Nondiscrimination Medical Examination Rules Discrimination and Harassment Policy Playing and Practice Seasons Sexual Misconduct Policy Time Management Plans Reporting and Compliant Options Summer Workouts/Voluntary Activities LCARE: Student-Athlete Support……………………………18-38 Outside Competition Academic Success Employment Career Development Promotional Activities Student-Athlete Development Athletic Awards Community Outreach Complimentary Admissions/Tickets Athletic Excellence Hosting Prospective Student-Athletes o Sports Medicine Athletic Representatives (Boosters) o Sports Performance Agents o Performance Nutrition Amateurism o Apparel and Equipment Professional Sports Participation Disability Insurance Financial Aid Nonscholarship Student-Athletes Message from the Director of Athletics Dear Cardinal Student-Athletes: Welcome to the University of Louisville Cardinal Athletics family! You are representing our university at an exciting time in our athletics program history and I look forward to watching you develop and shine athletically, academically and personally this school year. As we enter our fourth year in the prestigious Atlantic Coast Conference, we have already established ourselves as conference contenders, both athletically and academically. Our teams are competing for and have won team and individual ACC titles. Cardinal student-athletes have also won ACC postgraduate scholarships, scholar-athlete recognition and prestigious ACC internships. We look forward to continuing to demonstrate our commitment to excellence in the classroom and in our athletic venues during this academic year. Our mission is to educate, develop and support you so that you can maximize your potential here at UofL and prepare for your future. I want you to know that you can reach out to any of our coaches, athletic trainers, counselors or administrators to help you as you strive to be your best. I look forward to cheering on all of you this year as UofL continues to make our mark in the ACC and in the NCAA postseason. It is my honor to serve as your Athletic Director. Yours Truly and Go Cards! Tom Jurich Vice President/Director of Athletics The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Welcomes All Cardinal Student-Athlete to Campus For the 2017-2018 Academic Year Cardinals: Welcome to the University of Louisville, and congratulations on becoming a member of the Cardinal Athletic family. As University of Louisville student-athletes, you are presented with the unique opportunity to represent our community in both your sport and the classroom. Great opportunities, however, cannot exist without the existence of coinciding responsibilities. As a University of Louisville student-athlete, you have the responsibility and privilege of exhibiting Cardinal Pride in everything you do. Cardinal Pride encompasses the behavior expected of U of L student athletes. Exhibiting Cardinal Pride means: Remaining thankful for those who have come before us, and making sure we carry on the Louisville legacy. Thanking and recognizing our incredible supporters and donors, for without them, our role as student athletes would be nonexistent. Making the Louisville fan base proud in everything we do, whether it be in our sport, in the classroom, in our words, and in our actions. Recognizing that we are role models for younger generations. We at the University of Louisville are extremely lucky to have the resources that we do. We are able to compete against the best competition in the ACC with the help of expert and world-class coaches, trainers, nutritionists, psychiatrists, and staff. We are able to excel in the classroom with the help of dedicated academic counselors, career development resources, tutors, and other academic services. At UofL, we hold each other to a higher standard because it is our goal to meet and exceed all expectations. As a University of Louisville student athlete, you are in a very privileged position, and we encourage you to take that position with gratitude and excitement. If you are to ever have any questions about SAAC events, Card Cup Games, or student athlete life in general, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to seeing you around campus and at games, meets, and competitions this academic year! Go Cards! 2017-2018 SAAC Executive Board Members Tim Kubel, Co-President, Soccer Santiago Salazar, Co-President, Tennis Morgan Elfstrom, Vice President, Cheerleading Paige Ezell, Communications, Swimming & Diving Maggie DeJong, Social Media, Volleyball Tori Gabor, Community Outreach & ACC SAAC Representative, Soccer Casey Madura, ACC SAAC Representative, Lacrosse Ryan McMahon, ACC SAAC Representative, Basketball Adam Wolf, ACC SAAC Representative, Baseball 2017-2018 University of Louisville Student-Athlete Handbook This student-athlete handbook and planner has been developed for the exclusive use of the University of Louisville Athletic Association (ULAA). Student-athletes are expected to become familiar with the information provided in this handbook. This handbook was created with the student-athlete in mind and serves as a guide to the many resources and opportunities available to student-athletes both within the athletic department and University. We also encourage student-athletes to refer to the University of Louisville Student Handbook and University of Louisville Undergraduate Catalog for additional policies and guidelines regarding being a student at the University of Louisville. University of Louisville Mission Statement The University of Louisville pursues excellence and inclusiveness in its work to educate and serve its community through: 1. Teaching diverse undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in order to develop engaged citizens, leaders, and scholars, 2. Practicing and applying research, scholarship and creative activity, and 3. Providing engaged service and outreach that improve the quality of life for local and global communities. The University is committed to achieving preeminence as a nationally recognized metropolitan research university. University of Louisville Diversity Vision The University of Louisville strives to foster and sustain an environment of inclusiveness that empowers us all to achieve our highest potential without fear of prejudice or bias. We commit ourselves to building an exemplary educational community that offers a nurturing and challenging intellectual climate, a respect for the spectrum of human diversity, and a genuine understanding of the many differences-including race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, disability, religion, national origin, or military status-that enrich a vibrant metropolitan research university. We expect every member of our academic family to embrace the underlying values of this vision and to demonstrate a strong commitment to attracting, retaining and supporting students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of our larger society. University of Louisville Athletic Association Mission Statement Our mission is to support and counsel our student-athletes so they will maximize their potential at UofL and be successful in preparing for their future lives. We will provide leadership for our student-athletes to inspire their

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