Towson University 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook & Planner

Towson University 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook & Planner TOWSON UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2012-2013

FALL SEMESTER 2012 August 29 Classes Begin September 3 Labor Day – NO CLASSES September 7 Last Day for Schedule Changes November 7 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of “W” Last Day to Change P/F and audit options November 21-25 Thanksgiving Holiday – NO CLASSES December 12 Last Day of Classes December 13-19 Final Examinations

MINIMESTER 2013 January 2 Minimester Classes Begin January 2-3 Change of Schedule Period January 8 Commencement January 15 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of “W” January 21 Martin Luther King Day – NO CLASSES January 22 Minimester Ends

SPRING SEMESTER 2013 January 28 Classes Begin February 5 Last Day for Schedule Changes March 17-24 Spring Break April 12 Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of “W” Last Day to Change P/F and audit options May 14 Last Day of Classes May 15-21 Final Examinations May 22-24 Commencement

™ Towson University 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook & Planner

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Fall 2012 Class Schedule

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Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner iv Table of Contents

H ISTORy_oF TOWSON UNIVERSITY. . 1 Registration How to Register Online with PeopleSoft™ CONFERENCE AFFILIATION. . . . . 2 FERPA–Release of Student Information TRADITIONS...... 3 Medical Excuse Policy Incomplete Grades DEPARTMENT OF _ Pass/D/F Option ATHLETICS DIRECTORIES...... 4 Student Academic Integrity Policy IMPORTANT UNIVERSITY _ Disagreements Related to Grading PHONE NUMBERS _ Repeating Courses AND WEBSITES...... 6 Courses Taken at Other Institutions DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS_ CAMPUS ACADEMIC SUPPORT. . 32 Academic Achievement Center MISSION STATEMENT,_ Tutoring Services GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ...... 8 Computer Labs ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT_ Study Skills Assistance PRIORITIES ...... 10 Proctoring for DVMT Course Disability Support STUDENT-ATHLETE CONDUCT _ Testing Services Center AND EXPECTATIONS...... 11 Cook Library Student-Athlete Conduct & Expectations ATHLETICS ACADEMIC SUPPORT. . 36 Graduation Tiger Academic Mission Statement Community Service Tiger Academic Staff Student-Athlete Conduct Policy Student-Athlete Support Programs TU Code of Conduct Summary Changing a Schedule Hazing Scheduling Policy Social Networking Policy Travel Policy Policy Regarding Responsible Tiger Protocol Class Absences for Athletic Participation Policy on Off-Campus Disorderly and Disruptive Behavior Department of Athletics Attendance Policy Policy on Threats and Violence Sexual Assault Policy CAMPUS SUPPORT SERVICES . . . 43 Department of Athletics Policy Prohibiting Amorous Auxiliary Services International Student and Relationships Between Student-Athletes and Coaches Business Office Scholar Office or Athletics Staff Banking on Campus New Student Programs Policy Regarding Responsible Computing Bookstore Off-Campus Services Policy Regarding Local Address Bursar's Office Parking & Transportation Policy Regarding ResNet Acceptable Use Campus Activities Board Services Policy Regarding Distribution and Solicitation Campus Recreation Two-Wheel Motorized Policy Prohibiting Discrimination on the Basis of Race, Services Vehicle Policies and color, Religion, Age, National Origin, Sex, Sexual Career Center at TU Procedures Orientation, and Disability Collegetown Shuttle Post Office Department of Athletics Disciplinary Actions TU Community Service Scholarships STUDENT-ATHLETE GRIEVANCE _ Counseling Center Office of Dining Services Student Activities POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. . . .21 Center for Student Government SPORTSMANSHIP ...... 22 Student Diversity Association SAGE Program Student LIFE Line ACADEMIC ADVISING ...... 23 LGBT Study Abroad Office UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC_ Financial Aid Office Summer Sessions POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. . . .25 Graduate School Withdrawing from Health Center the University Academic Standards Honors College Women’s Resources Declaring a Major Changing a Major

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UNIVERSITY POLICE, _ EATING DISORDER INTERVENTION. 99 SAFE AND ESCORT SERVICE AND _ TOWSON UNIVERSITY Substance EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION . . . . 51 Abuse and Education . . . . . 101 Email AND CAMPUS MAIL . . . . .53 SMOKE FREE CAMPUS...... 103 NCAA COMPLIANCE ...... 54 ATHLETICS MEDIA RELATIONS. . .104 Academic Standards for Eligibility Press Relations for Student-Athletes Medical Hardship Waiver Social Networking and the Student-Athlete Student-Athlete Employment Student-Athlete Benefits TAOT L TIGER LIFE SKILLS. . . . .109 Amateur Status and Eligibility Academic Development Community Service NCAA Rules Pertaining to Sports Agents Athletic Development Leadership Development Gambling and Bribery Personal Development Freshman Transition NCAA Participation Regulations Career Development Program Countable Athletically Related Activities STUDENT-ATHLETE _ Out-Of-Season Activities ADVISORY COUNCIL (P.A.W.S.). . . .111 CAA Non-Qualifer Rule Transfer Policy STUDENT-ATHLETE RECOGNITION, CAA Intraconference Transfer Rule AWARDS, AND OPPORTUNITIES. . 112 CAA Football Intraconference Transfer Rule Conference Academic Team Awards NCAA Disciplinary Actions Recognition Athlete Awards Event NCAA Rule Violations Towson Athletics Scholars CAA SAAC Representatives Recrutiment Policies and Procedures Towson Athletics Honor Roll A.P.P.L.E Conference FINANCIAL AID ...... 71 Departmental Awards Policy SPORT SUPERVISORS _ Application Procedures for University Financial Aid Programs AND EXIT INTERVIEWS...... 114 Athletics Grant-in-Aid Philosophy Sport Supervisors Reduction/Cancellation of Athletics Grant-in-Aid Exit Interviews Fifth-year Grant-in-Aid Summer School/Minimester COMPLIANCE AND INTERCOLLEGIATE Failed Classes and Classes in Which an FX is received ATHLETICS COMMITTEES. . . . . 115_ Medical Disqualification Compliance Committee Non-Participant Receiving Athletics Aid Intercollegiate Athletics Committee TU Foundation Scholarships Outside Scholarships 2012-2013-2014 Calendar. . . . . 116 HOUSING...... 75 CAMPUS MAP OF _ ATHLETICS FACILITIES...... IBC ATHLETIC FACILITIES...... 76 WEATHER AND SCHOOL CLOSINGS. . 77 EQUIPMENT ROOM ...... 78 SPORTS PERFORMANCE ...... 79 Speed, Strength, and Conditioning SPS ORT MEDICINE...... 81 The text in italics thorughtout the handbook DRUG INTERVENTION PROGRAM. . 87 Department of Athletics Drug Intervention Program is university information applicable to all students. Examples of NCAA Banned Substances Buckley Amendment Consent Form Notification of Drub Testing Student-Athlete Nutrtional Statement Disclosure and Review Form

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner vi A Letter from the Director of Athletics

Dear Tigers, EXPECT SUCCESS! Those are the first words that I want you to memorize as we begin what will be a great year here at Towson. We have a lot of positive momentum surrounding our department as we head into this chapter of our history. Every person makes a difference in how our collective goals are achieved so please make the most of every class, study hall, practice, strength/conditioning session, meal, training room appointment, and competition. Your hard work during the offseason and the sacrifices you made will put you, your teammates and your coaches in position to compete for championships. Our first priority is WINNING in everything we do. If you are committed to being a CHAMPION in the classroom and in competition then Towson University is the right place for you. Our goal is to push you to the limit in every avenue to achieve these goals. WINNING is a habit and we will help you develop a mindset that will not only serve you well during your college career, but for life as you become a professional, a parent, etc… As such, your LEADERSHIP is needed to help push our ultimate goals. You are a TOWSON TIGER, now and for the rest of your life. With that badge of honor comes the responsibility of being held to a very HIGH STANDARD. Make no mistake about it, everyone knows who you are and as a result the things that you do while at Towson are magnified, for better and for worse. Always represent yourself in a first-class manner because you never know how the choices you make now will impact your life beyond college athletics. Think and act first class, and you will always come out on top. You will be treated like adults and expected to act the same way. RESPECT YOUR POSITION! Having the opportunity to be a Tiger student-athlete is a privilege. You are a part of a great tradition and you will add to this legacy during your time here at TU. My hope is that you make every moment count just as if it would be your last one ever, because someday, it will be. What you take away from your college athletics experience is a collection of memories and experiences that you could not attain in any other association. You will soon be a graduate of Towson University and will move forward as a shining example of what a student-athlete should be. Enjoy the journey! I am proud to be your Director of Athletics and am available to you at any time, as are the other members of our Athletics Leadership Team. Thanks for your passion to be WINNERS, CHAMPIONS and LEADERS. EXPECT SUCCESS! Sincerely,

Mike Waddell Director of Athletics

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 A Letter from the Faculty Athletics Representative vii

Dear Towson University Student-Athletes, On behalf of the faculty at Towson University, I want to again welcome you to the new academic year and wish you great success as a student and an athlete. I want you to know that the number one goal of the faculty and staff is to assist you in the successful completion of your degree in the major of your choice. Some key points to help in your success this year include: • TAKE PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS—you will have support from academic support services but ultimately you are the one responsible for your academic success. • MAKE FULL USE OF ALL ACADEMIC RESOURCES—do not wait until the end of the term but seek tutoring or other forms of academic assistance early. • NOTIFY FACULTY EARLY ABOUT ABSENCES related to athletics and make up any required work that was missed in a timely manner. • MEET WITH YOUR ACADEMIC AND ATHLETICS ADVISORS REGULARLY to ensure you are making good progress toward your degree and to maintain eligibility. • USE STUDY HALL TIME EFFECTIVELY. • USE ACADEMICALLY SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-ATHLETES AS ROLE MODELS—they have already figured out how to balance their course work and athletics successfully. • USE THE PLANNER TO HELP MANAGE TIME MORE EFFICIENTLY AND TO REMEMBER DEADLINES—do not wait until the last minute to study for an exam or work on a project or paper. As the Faculty Athletics Representative at Towson University, I consider it a big part of my job to help you be a successful student. Should you have any problems or questions concerning advising, courses and/or faculty please do not hesitate to contact me directly, and I will try my best to address your questions or concerns. Best wishes for an excellent academic and athletic year! Go Tigers! Sincerely,

The Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) is appointed from Gail E. Gasparich, Ph.D. the faculty by the president of the university. The FAR chairs the Faculty Athletics Representative Compliance Committee and is a member of the Intercollegiate Associate Dean Fisher Athletics Committee. The FAR advises the president on issues Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science related to the intercollegiate athletics program, reviews the eligi- and Mathematics bility of continuing student-athletes, and serves as an intermediary Professor Department of Biological Sciences and advocate for student-athletes with members of the faculty with regard to academic issues and concerns. The current FAR is Dr. Gail Gasparich, Associate Dean, Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics and professor of Biological Sciences, Dr. Gasparich can be contacted by email at ggasparich@ towson.edu or by phone at 410-704-4602.

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner viii A Letter from the P.A.W.S. President

Greetings Tigers! I hope you are enjoying taking in the excitement surrounding the start of the new academic year at Towson University. As President of P.A.W.S., I welcome you home. What exactly does P.A.W.S. stand for? Proud- Having the opportunity to be a student-athlete at Towson is a privilege. By donning the black and gold you have become a part of continuing a great tradition. Athletes- We understand how your hectic schedule comprised of academics, athletics, and other numerous challenges can be a struggle to balance. On our advisory council, made up of student-athletes from all teams within the athletic department, our goal is to help you succeed in all aspects of your life. Who – We are Towson. That is something that should not be forgotten. On and off the field, pool, track, gym or court we represent Towson Athletics. Serve- As athletes who receive so much from Towson, it is important that we express our grati- tude by giving back to our community. P.A.W.S. not only bridges the gap between athletes and the athletic department, but to the surrounding community as well. Throughout the upcoming year, you will have the opportunity to be involved with various P.A.W.S. planned events. The annual Pigskin Pass will kick off our fall season. In partnership with the University of Delaware, student-athletes will run to raise money for Special Olympics Programs in Maryland and Delaware. Following the Pigskin Pass, we will compete with our conference rivals in the CAA Blood-Drive by supplying the Red Cross with hundreds of units of blood during a time of great need. In the spring season, Tigers Got Talent will allow all of our student-athletes the opportunity to showcase their “special skills” that are quite entertaining! The 2012 talent show donations benefitted The Cool Kids Campaign, a non-profit organization that provides children with cancer and their families with a better quality of life. There is nothing more rewarding than giving back and we hope you are looking forward to these and other events as much as we are. As a Tiger you are now part of our family and will always have someone supporting you. Work hard everyday to better yourself in the classroom, in practice, and as a person. I believe that Towson will provide you with everything you need to succeed during your time here. I look forward to hearing about all of your accomplishments. Best Wishes,

Amanda Skroupa PAWS President

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 A Brief History of Towson University 1

Since first opening its doors in 1866, the institution known today as Towson University has undergone a number of changes in name and status. With the mission of preparing teachers for Maryland’s public school system, it was originally designated the State Normal School. By 1935, it had become a degree-granting institution called the State Teachers College at Towson. Univer- sity status was accorded in 1976, in recognition of Towson State’s broadened role in Maryland higher education. In 1988, Towson State University joined 10 other public institutions in the University System of Maryland. In 1997, Towson dropped the designation “state” from its name to become Towson University. The new name recognized shifts in funding and the development and growth of Towson as a metropolitan university. Towson’s 328-acre campus, home of the institution since 1915, boasts an impressive blend of traditional and modern architecture, including: Stephens Hall, Albert S. Cook Library, Center for the Arts, Van Bokkelen Hall, Smith Hall, Hawkins Hall, Psychology Building, Linthicum Hall, Lecture Hall, 7800 York Road, Burdick Hall, University Union, Enrollment Services Center, Administration Building, Child Care Center, the Sports Complex, Phase 1 of the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) building completed in fall 2009, and Phase 2 of the CLA building completed in 2011. In contrast to the first class of 11 students, Towson University today enrolls more than 17,000 full- and part-time undergraduates, including international students from nearly 100 countries. In addition, there are more than 4,300 graduate students pursuing advanced degrees. Over 45 academic departments offer more than 65 undergraduate majors leading to a bachelor’s degree. Departments are grouped into six academic subdivisions: the colleges of Liberal Arts, Science and Mathematics, Fine Arts and Communi- cation, Education, Health Professions, and Business and Economics. The Graduate School offers 48 master’s degree programs. Towson University also offers doctoral programs in Audiology, Applied Information Technology, Instructional Technology, Occupational Science and Jewish Studies.

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In its 33rd year of Division I athletics, Towson fields 20 intercollegiate teams: 7 sports for men and 13 sports for women. The Tigers compete in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) in 18 sports. These include baseball, basketball, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, and swimming and diving for the men and basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, outdoor track and field, and volleyball for the women. The gymnastics team competes in the East Atlantic Gymnastics League (EAGL) and the indoor track and field team competes in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Championship.

The Colonial Athletic Association - CAA One of the most prestigious mid-major conferences in the country, the CAA was founded in 1985. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., the CAA conducts championships in 12 men’s sports and 12 women’s sports. Towson Univer- sity joined the CAA in 2001. _ Full members of the CAA for 2012-13 include: CAA Student-Athlete

University of Delaware, Drexel University, Mission Statement George Mason University, Georgia State University, Hofstra University, James Madison As CAA Student-Athletes we commit University, University of North Carolina Wilm- ourselves to Be the Difference. As leaders

ington, Northeastern University, Old Dominion in the community we personify and instill

University, Towson University, and the College sportsmanship, perseverance, and compas- of William and Mary. sion to establish a legacy based on today’s There are also associate members in the sports excellence and tomorrow’s success. of football, men’s lacrosse, women’s golf, and wrestling. The 11 teams competing in CAA football include: University of Delaware, Georgia The University of Massachusetts, Penn State State University, James Madison University, University and Saint Joseph’s University are University of Maine, University of New Hamp- associate members in men’s lacrosse. shire, Old Dominion University, University of Rhode Island, University of Richmond, Towson The CAA champion earns an automatic berth to University, Villanova University, and the College the NCAA championship in men’s and women’s of William and Mary. soccer, field hockey, football, volleyball, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, men’s and women's lacrosse, men’s and women’s golf, baseball , tennis and softball.

East Atlantic Gymnastics League — EAGL The Tiger gymnastics program competes within the East Atlantic Gymnas- tics League (EAGL). Other schools in this gymnastics conference include: George Washington University; University of Maryland; University of New Hampshire; University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; North Carolina State University; University of Pittsburgh; and Rutgers University. The other CAA school that sponsors gymnastics, the College of William & Mary, competes in the ECAC.

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Ths e Tow on Tiger mascot: DOC Towson University is one of 28 NCAA member institutions using the nickname “Tigers.” The Tiger is the most popular mascot among American colleges and universities. However, its obvious popularity was not the real reason the Tiger was selected to represent Towson. When Towson University was a two-year normal school, the Baltimore media referred to its teams as the “Teachers”. As the school expanded to three and four year programs, the newspapers granted Towson student-athletes tenure, calling them the “Professors” and even shortening it to “Profs.” Later, it was changed again to the “Schoolmasters.” The “Indians” and “Golden Knights” were other nicknames used over the years. But, as the tale goes, the moniker was finally decided after a soccer match. One autumn afternoon a sportswriter was covering the Towson soccer team in an uphill struggle. The next day the writer wrote that although the team had lost the game, “…they played like tigers.” The soccer team appreciated the comment and adopted “Tigers” as its nickname. Enthusiasm for it spread throughout the campus and the Tiger eventually became the official designated mascot. The Towson Tiger logo has also experienced change. Several years ago the new “stylistic” tiger was unveiled, replacing the upright caricature that had been used since the mid-’80s. That took the place of the old block Tiger, which served as the logo from 1979. The Towson logo is a registered trademark, and approval is required for its use. To receive permission to reproduce the logo, please contact the university’s licensing coordinator, Rick Pallansch, at 410-704-2229.

The School Fight Song: “HAIL TOWSON” Hail to the Towson Tigers, Hail to the Towson Tigers, We’re true to the Black and Gold Stand Proudly for all to see! Fight on with Courage Fight! Fight! Tigers Fight! Now and Forever, Lead us to Victory! Victory Strong and Bold!

TIGER PLEDGE As a Towson University student, I will… Take responsibility for myself and the choices I have made. Imagine success and work hard to achieve my academic goals. Give my best in showing respect for myself and others. Engage in my community to make a difference. Remember to pause to celebrate my accomplishments.

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner 4 Coaches Directory

All phone numbers begin with 410-704-(extensions noted)

Men’s Sports: Baseball...... Mike Gottlieb TC 130 3775 Basketball...... Pat Skerry TC 302C 6262 Football...... Rob Ambrose FH 209K 6167 Golf ...... Brian Yaniger TC 331 3578 Lacrosse...... Shawn Nadelen FH 209L 2250 Soccer...... Frank Olszewski TC 341 3260 Swimming & Diving...... Pat Mead BU 168 3577

Women’s Sports: Basketball...... Joe Mathews TC 302D 3153 Cross Country...... Roger Erricker TC 346 3972 Field Hockey...... Michelle Webber FH 209N 3159 Golf...... Kate Stepanek TC 331 3578 Gymnastics...... Vicki Chliszczyk TC 213 3895 Lacrosse...... Sonia Lamonica FH 209M 3572 Softball...... Lisa Costello TC 333 3164 Soccer...... Greg Paynter TC 345 3165 Swimming & Diving...... Pat Mead BU 168 3577 Tennis...... Doug Neagle TC 347 6399 Indoor Track & Field...... Roger Erricker TC 346 3972 Outdoor Track & Field ...... Roger Erricker TC 346 3972 Volleyball...... Bruce Atkinson TC 334 4028

Combined: Cheerleading...... Edy Pratt TC 212 4709

Students interested in trying out for or participating on a varsity team should contact the head coach.

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All phone numbers begin with 410-704-(extensions noted)

Director of Athletics...... Mike Waddell AH 203 3936 Deputy Director of Athletics...... Devin Crosby AH 303 2646 Senior Associate Director of Athletics (External Operations)...... Mike Harris AH 201 2710 Senior Associate Director of Athletics (Team Administration)...... Nance Reed AH 202 4177 Associate Director of Athletics (Student Success)...... Margie Tversky TC 212B 3285 Associate Director of Athletics (Finance and Operations)...... Colleen Sorem TC 103 3287 Associate Director of Athletics (Sports Performance)...... James Shipp FH 101 3606 Assistant Director of Athletics (Academic Achievement)...... Bobbi Madison TC 212C 2658 Athletics Academic Advisors...... Ramone Cooper FH 303 2464 ...... Eric Franc TC 212F 4796 ...... Geoff Gordon TC 212A 2403 Learning Specialist...... Laura Klimchock TC 212E 5225 Learning Specialist...... Erin Mandahl FH 205 3319 ...... Michele O’Connor TC 211 3171 Assistant Director of Athletics (Compliance Services)...... Lindsey McDonnell TC 212D 3573 Assistant Director of Athletics, Development/Tiger Club...... John Latteri AH 301 3571 Director, Facilities and Event Management...... Tom Mandato TC 107 5499 Director, Athletics Media Relations...... Dan O’Connell TC 354 3102 Director, Team Support and Camp Services...... Jenn Judy AH 200 2745 Equipment Managers...... Ben Ginn TC 130 2732 ...... Mike McIntosh FH 106 5505 Athletics Office (AH)...... AH 200 2759 Athletics Office Fax...... AH 200 3002 ...... TC 212 4322

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner 6 Important University Phone Numbers

General University Information...... 410-704-2000 Athletics Administration...... 410-704-2759 Academic Advising (University)...... 410-704-2472 Auxiliary Services (One Card, Parking, Meal Plans)...... 410-704-2365 Bursar’s Office (Tuition, Fees, and Billing)...... 410-704-2100 Campus Ministry Center...... 410-704-2051 Campus Recreational Services...... 410-704-2367 Career Center...... 410-704-2233 Cook Library...... 410-704-2462 Counseling Center...... 410-704-2512 Center for Student Diversity...... 410-704-2051 Dowell Health Center...... 410-704-2466 Registrar...... 410-704-2096 Escort Service...... 410-704-SAFE (7233) Financial Aid...... 410-704-4236 Honors College...... 410-704-4677 International Student & Scholar Office...... 410-704-2421 Student Activities Office...... 410-704-3307 Office of Technology Services (OTS) (Tech Support)...... 410-704-5151 TU Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) Abuse Prevention Center ...... 410-704-3723 University Bookstore...... 410-704-BOOK (2665)

The Tiger football team posted a 9-3 record and won its first CAA title last season.

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Athletics...... www.towsontigers.com Auxiliary Services Main:...... auxiliary.towson.edu_ One Card Site:...... onecard.towson.edu_ Parking:...... parking.towson.edu Bursar’s Office (Tuition, Fees, Registration, and Billing)...... www.towson.edu/bursar Career Center...... www.towson.edu/careercenter Cook Library...... cooklibrary.towson.edu Counseling Center...... www.towson.edu/counseling Dining Services...... dining.towson.edu Financial Aid ...... onestop.towson.edu/finaid Health Center...... www.towson.edu/dowellhealthcenter Students @ Towson Page...... inside.towson.edu/intranetstudents Gateway to schedule of classes, registration, advising, online courses, Academic Calendar Student Activities ...... www.towson.edu/studentactivities Student Computing Services...... www.towson.edu/scs University Book Store...... store.towson.edu University Police ...... www.towson.edu/police

The Tiger Women’s lacrosse team went unbeaten in the CAA regular season, won the CAA championship, and was seeded eighth in the NCAA Tournament.

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The mission of the Towson University Department of Athletics is to contribute to the University’s commitment to excellence, and the enhancement of its status as a respected comprehensive university by:

• Providing intercollegiate sports programs • Strengthening institutional image and pride that strengthen educational and develop- within the University community, and mental experiences for student-athletes and throughout the region; simultaneously, contribute to the quality of • Participating in community service activities student life throughout the University; throughout the local community; • Ensuring that student-athletes are integral • Providing, through a respected and successful components of the general student popula- athletics program, institutional assistance tion, and are subject to the same academic with: student recruitment and enrollment; and behavioral standards and expectations individual, alumni/ae, and corporate financial as other students; support; and positive institutional visibility; • Demonstrating a commitment to minority and and gender equity through the composition • Promoting and nurturing the spirit of good of its coaching/administrative staff, and a sportsmanship among student-athletes, commitment to gender equity through sport coaches and fans and requiring adherence participation opportunities, fiscal allocations, to such fundamental values as respect, fair- and program support provisions; ness, honesty, civility, caring, responsibility, • Contributing to the positive public identity and service. for the University through affiliation with respected athletic conferences, leagues, and institutions; Approved by the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee, 5/2011

Community outreach is an important part of the AthleticsDepartment mission.

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Goals and Objectives 9

The major goals and objectives of Towson University’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics are to:

• Instill within the Department’s student- • Ensure that athletics facilities, support athletes, coaches and administrators, the services, coaching and administrative staff, understanding that intercollegiate athletics and funding levels/sources are compatible participation is a privilege, not a right, and with those of institutions within affiliated that this privilege is accompanied by indi- athletics conferences/leagues; vidual responsibility in the areas of personal • Affiliate primarily with athletic conferences/ conduct, ethical standards, and adherence to leagues whose institutions are similar to defined expectations; Towson University with regard to levels of • Ensure that institutional credentials, academic athletic participation, academic standards progress/retention, and graduation rates for for student-athletes and all students, and student-athletes are reflective of the overall programmatic missions for intercollegiate student populations; athletics; • Provide opportunities for community involve- • Ensure that all individuals associated with the ment and service within the Greater Towson Towson University Athletics program conduct community and the region; themselves in a sportsmanlike manner; and • Work cooperatively with the University’s • Promote the principles of respect, responsi- academic community to provide an under- bility, trustworthiness, and good citizenship standing of the role of athletics within the in all departmental programs and activities. institution, the emphasis upon academic achievement for student-athletes, and Approved by the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee, 5/2011 the Department’s commitment to overall enhancement of the University; • Conduct all intercollegiate athletics programs, and provide academic and athletic support services, in ways that contribute to the academic success and physical well being of all student-athletes; • Ensure total departmental compliance with rules, policies, and requirements of the University System of Maryland, Towson University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences/leagues;

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner 10 Athletic Department Priorities

Towson 2016 Strategic Priorities Department of Athletics WINNING A cADEMICS RElationships Expt ec Success

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It is the belief of the University that participation in intercollegiate athletics is a privilege. As such, it is expected that student-athletes (as well as coaches and staff) represent Towson University in an exemplary manner at all times. The following Student-Athlete Expectations are explained to and signed off on by all student-athletes each year. The violation of any of these rules may result in disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the coach, Sport Administrator, Director of Athletics or University Administrator. 1. Personal Conduct by Student-Athletes: 3. Academic Expectations: Student-athletes are Student-athletes are, at all times, representa- expected to regularly attend all academic tives of the Towson University Department classes, to notify instructors in a timely of Athletics. Therefore, it is the responsibility manner when they will be away from class for of student-athletes to conduct themselves scheduled athletic contests, and to complete in a manner deemed appropriate to faculty, all course requirements. Failure to do so may coaches, and the athletics administration. jeopardize continued participation in the Disruptive or unacceptable behavior that, Towson University Athletics Program. in the opinion of coaches and/or adminis- 4. Athletics Grant-in-Aid: Student-athletes trators, is determined to be detrimental to a receiving an athletics grant-in-aid have addi- student-athlete, the sport program in which tional responsibilities to Towson University. they participate, the Department of Athletics All student-athletes who receive an athletics and/or the University will be addressed, and grant-in-aid are contributing members of appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. their respective teams in addition to being Such action may include the gradation or exemplary members of the Athletics program. cancellation of current or future athletically Athletics grants are awarded on a one-year related financial aid and/or team probation, basis, as required by NCAA regulations. suspension, or expulsion. During the period of the award, an athletics Alcoholic beverages are not to be possessed grant may be reduced or eliminated if the or consumed by student-athletes, prospective student-athlete voluntarily withdraws from student-athletes, student managers or cheer- his/her team or is removed from the team for leaders, regardless of age, during Towson disciplinary or academic ineligibility reasons. University athletics-related travel, competi- It is upon the recommendation of the head tion, practice, or activities. coach that an athletics grant is renewed for the 2. Substance Abuse Policy and Education ensuing year. When an athletics grant-in-aid is Program: All student-athletes are given the reduced or canceled, the student-athlete has Towson University Department of Athletics’ the ability to appeal the decision in writing Substance Abuse Policy and are required to to the Financial Aid Office if he/she feels that participate in the Department’s Substance the reasons are questionable or unfair. The Abuse Education Program. Student-athletes student-athlete must do this within 21 days who fail to attend required substance abuse from the date they are notified of the reduc- education programs may jeopardize their tion or cancellation of aid. eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics.

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GRTI ADUA ON STUDENT-ATHLETE _ The Towson University Department of Athletics CONDUCT POLICY is committed to the concept that each student- athlete is a student first and foremost. This General Philosophy is not to diminish the importance of athletic The opportunity for students to participate in intercollegiate participation. However, the graduation of athletics is a privilege. As such, the personal conduct of Towson our student-athletes is the primary goal of the University student-athletes is of major concern to the Depart- Department. From the time a student-athlete ment of Athletics. The Department reserves the right to delay is admitted to the University, the focus of the or prohibit a student-athlete’s participation in intercollegiate department is for the student-athletes to have athletics for violation of Departmental, University, State, or a positive experience and to graduate. To this Federal regulations. end, academic advising and support programs have been designed to assist all student-athletes There are a few standing rules for all members of the Towson in meeting the goal of graduation. The gradua- University Athletics Family: tion rate for student-athletes as reported in all 1. Never do anything to embarrass yourself. NCAA Graduation Rate Reports exceeds that 2 . Never do anything to embarrass your teammates or coaches. of the general student population. It is expected that student-athletes will make every effort to These are simple rules to follow and if you meet these standards obtain an undergraduate degree within 4 to 6 there should not be any issues moving forward regarding years of initial enrollment. All coaches, staff, conduct. and administrators endorse this commitment to each student-athlete’s education. Legal Issues When a student-athlete is involved in a behavior or incident COMMUNITY SERVICE resulting in an arrest, he/she must immediately notify the Department of Athletics administration. This notification may The Towson University Department of Athletics be through his/her coach or directly to the Sport Administrator. is committed to assisting the campus and The Sport Administrator will initially gather information Greater Baltimore community in the form of regarding the incident and provide the results to the Director community service. Team members are involved of Athletics and Judicial Affairs. The student-athlete may be in a variety of activities throughout the year. removed from outside competition (and potentially practice). Community service includes such activities as When there is evidence that the continued presence of a student conducting sport skills clinics, campus clean-ups, on a team poses a threat to him/herself or others, or to the assisting with Senior and Special Olympics, and stability and continuance of normal team activities, the coach visiting schools and hospitals. Each head coach, may suspend a student-athlete from any or all team activities. in collaboration with the Director of the Total Those activities, which may require an interim suspension until Tiger Program, is responsible for the organi- a review of the final disposition of the case, include, but are zation and scheduling of community service not limited to: severe acts of physical violence (e.g. first degree activities for his/her team(s) at least once a term. assault), illegal substance possession or use, distribution or All team members are expected to participate. intent to distribute, or alcohol issues which result, or have the In addition, PAWS: Proud Athletes Who Serve, potential to result, in physical harm to one's self or to others, the student-athlete advisory council, is involved or property damage. In these cases, decisions regarding future in a minimum of one community/university participation in Athletics will be dependent upon a review of service activity per term. It is expected that all the final results of the case by the Director of Athletics and teams will be involved. The team representatives Sport Administrator in consultation with the Head Coach. on the council are responsible for organizing The Associate Director of Athletics for Student Success will these service programs. be notified of the situation and maintain the Departmental records. All discussions must remain confidential and between

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those individuals who are either involved or need themselves within the framework of the reason- to know about the situation. Failure to report able rules and regulations designed to enhance an arrest may result in immediate suspension and protect the academic environment of the regardless of the findings of an internal inves- university. By specifying behavioral standards tigation until the final disposition of the case is and by establishing fair and efficient processes available. Documentation of all such incidents for adjudicating conflict, the university seeks will be kept on file in the Department of Athletics. to protect the environment in which learning is nurtured and respect for that goal is continu- TSOW ON UNIVERSITY _ ally afforded. STUDENT CONDUCT ACTIONS The primary purpose for the imposition of discipline in the university setting is to protect At Towson University, the Office of Student the campus community. Consistent with that Conduct & Civility Education is responsible purpose, reasonable efforts will also be made for enforcing the University’s Code of Student to foster the personal, educational, and social Conduct, which is detailed in the University development of those students who are held Catalog. When a student is charged with a accountable for violations of university regula- violation of the Code of Student Conduct, the tions. However, the university must commit its Office of Student Conduct & Civility Educa- policies and procedures first of all to protect and tion investigates the case and imposes sanctions. promote the academic enterprise. Consequently, The Department of Athletics is occasionally it may be necessary to suspend or expel students consulted and always notified of the actions who have been found responsible for violations taken by the Office of Student Conduct & of this Code, or who otherwise pose a substantial Civility Education when student-athletes are danger to the campus community. involved. It is expected that student-athletes will be subjected to the same University sanctions as Prohibited Conduct the regular student for failure to follow the Code of Student Conduct. Further, it is expected that The following misconduct is subject to disci- the Head Coach of a sport with a student-athlete plinary action: who has had sanctions imposed by the Office 1a. Intentionally furnishing false information of Student Conduct & Civility Education will to the institution; this includes lying to enforce the actions. university officials. TU CODE OF CONDUCT _ 1b. Forging, altering or using instruments of identification or institutional documents SUMMARY with intent to defraud, or to otherwise benefit there from. The following is a summary of the TU Code of Student Conduct. The complete code can 1c. Possession of false identification (e.g., a be viewed at: false driver's license). www.towson.edu/studentaffairs/policies/ 2a. Disruption or obstruction of teaching, conduct.asp research, administration, disciplinary Towson University’s mission to the commu- proceedings, or normal university opera- nity at large is one of academic excellence and tions. achievement. To that end, its campus community 2b. Disruption or obstruction of university- must be one wherein respect for the individual sponsored activities or events. pursuit of academic excellence and achievement 2c. Off campus conduct that is disorderly and is given priority. In order to foster this environ- disrupts others in the community. ment, it is incumbent upon students to conduct

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3. Lewd, obscene or indecent behavior. 16. The possession or use of any firearms or instrument 4. Physical abuse of any person. which may be construed as a weapon, without express permission of the University Police. 5a. Unwanted physical contact or threat of physical contact with a university official. 17. The possession of explosives, fireworks, or pyro- technic paraphernalia on campus. 5b. Threats of violence or placing a person in fear of imminent physical injury or danger. 18a. The possession or use of alcoholic beverages in the following manner: by any person under 21 years 5c. Any endangering conduct that imperils or jeopar- of age; or, possession of, or consumption from, an dizes the health or safety of any person or persons, open container in any public area which has not including oneself. been approved by Towson University; or, a person 5d. Stalking of any person. 21 years of age or older purchasing for, serving to, or otherwise distributing alcohol to any person 6. Inflicting mental or emotional distress upon a who is under 21 years of age. person through a course of conduct involving abuse or disparagement of that person's race, reli- 18b. Public intoxication. gion, sex, creed, sexual orientation, age, national 19. The unauthorized use of or entry into university origin or disability. computer systems. 7. Acts that invade the privacy of another person. 20. Violation of the university housing policy. 8. Violation of the university policy prohibiting sexual 21. Violation of any disciplinary sanction. harassment and/or the university sexual assault policy. 22. Charging telephone or telecommunications charges to university telephones or extension 9. Abuse of any person; this includes verbal, written, numbers without authorization. e-mail, or telephone abuse. 10. Intentionally or recklessly damaging, destroying, defacing or 23. Theft, attempted theft, possession of stolen tampering with university, public or personal property, conspiracy to steal or misappropria- property of another. tion of another's property. This includes, but is not limited to, removing, possessing, concealing, 11a. Uncooperative behavior and/or failure to comply altering, tampering or otherwise appropriating with proper instructions of officials acting in goods or property without authorization. performance of their duties. 24. Violation of the Student Academic Integrity Policy. 11b. Event-related misconduct. (see definitions). 25. Harassment of any person. 12. Violation of published institutional regulations and policies. 26. Unauthorized use of the name "Towson Univer- sity" or the unauthorized use of any University 13. Violation of state, federal and local laws. trademark, service mark, logo or seal for adver- 14. Unauthorized presence in institutional facilities. tising or promotional purposes in a manner that expressly or impliedly indicates the University's 15a. The possession or use of illegal drugs, unauthor- endorsement. ized controlled substances, or drug paraphernalia when not in accordance with established policy. Scope 15b. The sale, distribution or intent to distribute, and/ 1. Generally, student or group conduct subject to insti- or manufacture of illegal drugs or controlled tutional discipline is limited to: on-campus actions; substances when not in accordance with estab- off-campus actions which affect the university lished policy. community or the university's pursuit of its mission, policies or procedures; off-campus actions by officially sponsored organizations, groups, or NCAA

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teams; or actions on university property independently of pending criminal charges, which is leased to, or managed by, an entity including when charges involving the same other than the university . incident have been dismissed or dropped. The 2. However, a student charged with a violation student may then be subject to civil authori- of federal, state, or local laws for off-campus ties as well as internal disciplinary action. behavior may be disciplined by the university 5. When a student is charged with a violation without a university hearing or informal of one or more provisions of this Code, a investigation when: the student is found guilty letter listing the charges will be given or sent by a court of law; the student pleads guilty to the student within a reasonable amount or nolo contendere to the charges; or, the of time. At a meeting with a representative student is given probation before judgment. of the Office of Student Conduct & Civility Allegations of off-campus event related Education, the student will be informed of : misconduct (see definitions) must be a. Specific violation(s) supported by a report, statement or accusa- b. Description of alleged incident tion from a law enforcement agency in whose c. Hearing or informal investigation jurisdiction the misconduct is alleged to have procedure occurred. d. Rights of appeal Additionally, interim or final disciplinary You can view the entire policy and the action may be taken before any court action Student Academic Integrity Policy at: is completed. Examples of charges that may www.towson.edu/studentaffairs/policies/ result in action include acts of violence, drug- conduct.asp and alcohol-related violations, and a citation For more information regarding the student for a disorderly house. Such action will be conduct process, penalties, and appeal proce- taken only after a limited investigation by dures, contact the Office of Student Conduct the Office of Student Conduct & Civility & Civility Education: 410-704-2057. Education. The student will be offered a meeting with a university official to discuss HAZING the incident. “Hazing”, in any form, is against the law and is In situations where a student is not able to strictly prohibited at Towson University. When meet with a university official, interim action this policy is violated, action may be taken may still be taken pending a meeting with the against all participants. Hazing risks human student. lives, mistreats those involved and jeopardizes Any interim action shall be reviewed, and the affiliation of campus organizations at this appropriate final action taken, at the student's university.“Hazing” is defined as any action request or at the university's discretion, when taken or situation created intentionally, whether a final court decision is rendered or when on or off campus, inflicted on person(s) joining the university receives additional persuasive a group or member(s) of a group, to produce evidence . mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule without the individual's 3. Some conduct clearly disturbs only the consent. Hazing includes any mental or physical campus environment; when such behavior requirement, request, or obligation which occurs, the university shall take internal emphasizes one individual’s power over others; action. that could cause pain, disgrace, or injury; that 4. When there is evidence that a student has is personally degrading; and/or that violates committed a crime on campus, disciplinary and federal, state local law or University policy. action at the university will normally proceed

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Such activities and situations include but are not limited The University and Department of Athletics does to: team initiations, kidnapping, paddling in any form; not place any restrictions on the use of these sites by creation of excessive fatigue for inappropriate reasons; student-athletes. However, we remind you that as road trips not authorized by university administra- a member of the Towson University Intercollegiate tors; scavenger hunts; requiring inappropriate dress Department of Athletics, you are a representative of the (including, but not limited to: militaristic garb and/ university and are always in the public eye. Please keep or apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in the following guidelines in mind as you participate on good taste, for the purpose of public embarrassment); social networking web sites: engaging in public stunts and humiliating games and • Before participating in any online community, under- activities; late night sessions that interfere with scholastic stand that anything posted online is available to and occupational activities; inappropriate activities anyone, anywhere. Any text or photo placed online and forced calisthenics; line-ups (lining people up and is completely out of your control the moment it is harassing them verbally); running personal errands for placed online — even if you limit access to your site. the members; forced consumption, included but not limited to: alcohol, illegal substances and food; and • For your safety, do not post home address, local any other activities not consistent with the academic address, phone number(s), birth date or other personal mission of the university. information, photos, or other items online that could embarrass you, your team, or Towson University. This Anyone experiencing or witnessing a violation of this includes information, photos and items that may be Hazing policy is encouraged to report the incident to posted by others on your page. the Office of Student Conduct and Civility Education (OSCCE). Any individual or group alleged to have • Exercise caution as to what information you post on engaged in Hazing will be referred to OSCCE, which your website about your whereabouts or plans. You will handle allegations in accordance with its usual could be opening yourself up to predators. procedures for alleged violations of University policies. • Be aware of who you add as a friend on your site; All students have a responsibility to avoid participating many people are looking to take advantage of in Hazing activities. student-athletes, while others want to get close to Any student-athlete or athletic team found to be student-athletes to give them a sense of membership involved in a hazing incident will be sanctioned by on the team. OSCCE, and may also sanctioned by the Depart- • Towson University, coaches and administrators, can ment of Athletics. A student-athlete and/or team easily access these web sites. found violating this policy may be suspended for the remainder of the academic year. All remaining con- • Student-athletes could face discipline and even tests may be forfeited. Additional penalties may be dismissal for violation of Policies and Procedures or placed on the program after an investigation. This philosophies of Towson University, the Department decision will include input from the Associate Vice of Athletics and/or the NCAA. President of Student Affairs, and the Director of Individuals within the University and law enforcement Athletics or designee. personnel check these websites regularly. In addition to the unfortunate reality of online predators, potential Social Networking Policy employers and internship supervisors also use these Student-athletes must be concerned with any behavior sites to screen candidates. Many graduate programs that might embarrass themselves, their teams, and/ and scholarship committees now search these sites or Towson University. This includes any activities to screen applications. We advise Towson University conducted online. Towson University supports and student-athletes to exercise extreme caution in their use encourages the individuals’ expression of first amend- of social networking websites. ment rights of free speech. This includes participating in online social networking sites (Myspace.com and/ or facebook.com).

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PROLICY EGARDING _ behavior which is disorderly and disruptive to others in the community or the neighborhoods surrounding RESPONSIBLE TIGER PROTOCOL the University may fall under this category. The Responsible Tiger Protocol presents a guideline for When addressing the off-campus behavior of its students, students to follow in reaching out for help when you the University is primarily interested in responding to see a friend or fellow student who is too intoxicated students who demonstrate a pattern of behavior over and needs medical attention, or who may be in medical time that is disruptive to others in the community and danger and their personal safety is at risk. While it is involves disorderly conduct that is a violation of local, against Towson University policy and State/Federal state or federal laws or the University Code of Student law to drink underage, if you are in a situation where a Conduct. student needs medical attention the University expects you to act responsibly. The following steps are required: Repeated off-campus conduct that is disorderly and Call, Remain, & Cooperate disrupts others in the community is prohibited and is subject to discipline through the University’s disciplin- • Call TUPD, 9/11, and/or notify a University staff ary process. Students who lease off-campus residences member (including Resident Assistants) of the student shall be held accountable for the disorderly and disrup- in the need of medical attention. tive actions of others occurring within the leased • Remain with the student in need until help arrives. premises and shall be subject to discipline under the Cooperate fully with the staff or agency responding Student Code of Conduct. It is not necessary for students to the situation. to receive a criminal or civil citation in order for their behavior to be subject to discipline. • Cooperate with the appropriate University staff following the incident. Possible Sanctions: Why this is important: The Student Code of Conduct lists a variety of penal- A person’s actions in such situations may result in saving ties which may be imposed on students or student a student’s life or minimizing harmful consequences to organizations for violations of the Code. The Office of him or her as a result of heavy drinking and/or drug Student Conduct and Civility Education may use any use. Students who follow this protocol and act respon- of the penalties listed in the Code to address violations. sibly will be granted consideration if they are charged However, if students engaging in disorderly conduct under the Code of Student Conduct for minor alcohol develop a pattern of violations relating to disruptive violations relating to the same incident. By following behavior, there may be sequentially more serious sanc- this protocol, consideration may be given as part of tions. Students may be put on University probation and the University’s disciplinary process. This may mean fined $250 per student resident, increasing to $500 for that if your situation is reviewed in a student conduct subsequent incidents of similar nature. For particularly proceeding, following the Responsible Tiger Protocol egregious violations, the University may impose a more may work both in your favor and in the favor of the severe sanction. student whose health was at risk. POOLICY N THREATS AND VIOLENCE POOLICY N OFF-CAMPUS _ Nothing is more important to Towson University than the safety and security of its campus. Threats, threat- DISORDERLY AND _ ening behavior, or acts of violence against students, DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR staff, employees, visitors, guests, or other individuals by anyone on Towson University property will not be Under the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct, tolerated. The university defines workplace violence the University may bring charges against a student or as actions or words that endanger or harm another group of students whose “off-campus actions affect individual or result in other persons having a reasonable the University community or the University’s pursuit belief that they are in danger. Any person who in the of its mission, policies or procedures”. Off-campus judgment of the university makes substantial threats,

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner 18 Student-Athlete Conduct and Expectations exhibits threatening behavior, or engages in violent PROLICY EGARDING RESPONSIBLE acts on Towson University property may be removed from the premises, may be suspended, and/or experi- COMPUTING ence criminal prosecution. University students, faculty, Access to computing resources carries with it certain and staff are responsible for reporting any threats which responsibilities and should reflect the academic they have witnessed, received, or have been told that honesty and discipline appropriate for the shared another person has witnessed or received. community of network and computer resources. Proper use demonstrates respect for intelletual prop- SEX UAL ASSAULT POLICY erty, ownership of data, systems security mechan- isms, and each individual’s rights to privacy and Towson University is committed to creating a safe and to freedom from intimidation, harassment and un- secure campus environment that is free from acts of warranted annoyance. Use of the University’s infor- intimidation or the fear of falling victim to a sexual mation technology resources is a privilege. assault. Rape and other types of sexual assault, whether by stranger or by an acquaintance, are violations of the law and university policy. In addition to criminal and PROLICY EGARDING _ legal penalties, sexual assault may result in sanctions LOCAL ADDRESS including expulsion from the university for students Towson University requires ALL students to provide and termination of employment for faculty and staff, both a current local address and a permanent address. as provided for in the University System of Maryland This information must be updated each term and within Policy on Sexual Assault, the Towson University Code 15 days of a change of address. Failure to comply may of Conduct, and Towson University Personnel Policies be subject to university sanctions under the Student and Procedures. Code of Conduct. DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS PROLICY EGARDING _ POLICY PROHIBITING AMOROUS RESNET ACCEPTABLE USE RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN All Towson University students connecting to the Resi- STUDENT-ATHLETES AND dential Network (ResNet) must comply with acceptable COACHES OR ATHLETICS STAFF uses of the network in order to ensure a stable and safe computing environment. Access to the ResNet at Amorous Relationships between Student-Athletes Towson University is a privilege and must be treated as and Coaches or members of the Athletic Staff with such by all users of these systems. Each user must accept supervisory control or authority are strictly prohibited. the responsibility for their actions and agree to all parts Any student, coach or staff member with information of this policy: no personal network hardware additions, suggesting a violation of this policy must report it imme- no malicious activity, adhere to laws and policies, and diately to the Director of Athletics, the Assistant Director adhere to privacy and personal protection. Access of Athletics for Compliance or the Towson University the complete policy at: towson.edu/adminfinance/ots/ Fair Practices Officer. Failure to do so would in itself gettingconnected/cleanaccess/resnetpolicy.pdf. constitute a violation, and the individual reporting this information must not be retaliated against in any way. PROLICY EGARDING DISTRIBUTION Employees found to have violated this policy may face disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. AND SOLICITATION Towson University encourages the free and open exchange of ideas within the campus community. This applies to persons, groups and organizations outside the University community who wish to promote their views either verbally or in writing. To provide for equity

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and consistency in the distribution of printed materials, Those activities, which are deemed to be a violation of the verbal presentation of ideas and solicitation for the Department of Athletics policy, include: purpose of selling products or services, the University 1. Alcohol use while representing Towson University; retains the right to determine the time, place and manner of such activities. Please contact the Events & Confer- 2. Physical abuse of any individual; ence Services Office (University Union Room 212) at 3. Disruption of coaching, team or departmental activi- 410-704-2315. ties including uncooperative behavior; POLICY PROHIBITING _ 4. Intentionally or recklessly damaging, defacing, or DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS tampering with University or University Staff property; OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, 5. Possession or sale of illegal drugs; NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL 6. Organization and/or participation in Hazing or ORIENTATION, and DISABILITY Initiation Activities (full definition on page 15); Towson University is committed to providing equal 7. Gambling on college or professisonal sports events; education and employment opportunity in compliance and with the University System of Maryland Policy on Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity, VI-1.00. When a student-athlete is involved in any of these All university policies, programs, and activities shall activities, but not charged by Towson University, the conform to USM policies on non-discrimination, and to Department of Athletics may immediately suspend the applicable federal and state laws on non-discrimination student-athlete, pending the outcome of an internal regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex investigation. The Sport Administrator will be respon- and disability, including, but not limited to Titles VI and sible for gathering information related to the incident in VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Title IX consultation with the Head Coach. The results of the of the 1972 Education Amendments, and Section 504 review will be discussed with the Director of Athletics of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Towson University is and Associate Director of Athletics for Student Success committed to providing equal educational and employ- before sanctions are imposed. If the allegations are ment opportunity in compliance with the USM Policy of substantiated, the student-athlete will be suspended Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sexual Orientation, from the program for a specified length of time as VI-1.05, and with applicable Maryland law. determined by the Department of Athletics, Towson University, or the NCAA. The Assistant Athletic Director Department of Athletics _ for Compliance Services will report any activity, which DISCIPLINARY Actions is found to be a violation of NCAA regulations, to the NCAA and/or the appropriate Conference Office. There are times when the Department of Athletics Incident Management becomes aware that a student-athlete may have violated the Towson University Code of Student Conduct or local, When a student-athlete is involved in an alleged incident state, or federal guidelines but has not (yet) been charged. that includes student conduct issues, the Department In this case, it is the responsibility of any Department of of Athletics will review the facts surrounding the case Athletics staff member to notify the Head Coach and/ before determining potential sanctions against the or Sport Administrator of potential violations of the individual. In most cases, the Sport Administrator will Code of Conduct, Department of Athletics policy or initiate the review, which will follow the below noted Team Regulations. Once the Department of Athletics procedure. At that time, the Director of Athletics may becomes aware of a violation, the Office of Student designate another individual (including Associate Conduct & Civility Education must be notified. After Director of Athletics for Student Success, FAR, or the investigation, the Department of Athletics will deter- Office of Student Conduct) to initiate the investigation. mine whether the actions taken by Student Conduct & Civility Education warrant further departmental action.

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1. There will be an information gathering session, official records of the investigation with a copy of any conducted by the Sport Administrator (or designee) contract being shared with the Associate Director of in consultation with the Head Coach. Any additional Athletics for Student Success. The student-athlete and staff members necessary to conduct the investiga- Head Coach will receive a copy of the contract and any tion will be included in this session. As part of the other documentation written on the case. In addition, investigation, the student-athlete, Head Coach and the student-athlete may appeal any decision that he/she Sport Administrator will meet to discuss the facts feels is unjust. The appeal will follow the Department of the case. If you are involved in an incident you of Athletics policy as outlined in the Student-Athlete should be straightforward and 100% honest when Handbook. being asked about the circumstances surrounding the incident. Sharing anything other than the whole truth Team Rule Violations and nothing but the truth is unacceptable. Lying is Each head coach may have additional rules specific to not tolerated and will be met with swift consequences. the team members. For these to be enacted, they should 2. Once the facts have been determined, if it is deemed be written, distributed to the team at the beginning of that a violation has occurred, appropriate actions the year (or season), and reviewed and signed by each will be taken as outlined in previous sections. The team member. Investigations of violations of team student-athlete will be required to enter into an regulations are the responsibility of the Head Coach “agreement” with the Department of Athletics. The and Sport Administrator. Consistent penalties must be “agreement” will detail the sanctions taken against the imposed within each team. Upon completion of a review student-athlete including any criteria for continued of an alleged violation, the results must be documented athletics participation. If the student-athlete abides with consequences included. The Associate Director by the original conditions of the agreement, the case of Athletics for Student Success maintains the Depart- will be closed at the end of a specified period of time ment of Athletics file of disciplinary actions imposed (usually one calendar year). following violations of team regulations. As with violations of Department of Athletics policies, sanc- 3. If there should be a violation of the conditions set tions imposed may be appealed utilizing the Towson forth in the agreement, the Director of Athletics will University Department of Athletics Grievance Procedure. be included in a meeting of the student-athlete, Head Coach and Sport Administrator. At this time, the student-athlete may be suspended from the team for a specific time period (as determined by the severity of the incident). A determination will be made at the time of the meeting as to whether the student-athlete will have additional sanctions placed against him or her. If there is a continuation of the behavior and/ or unwillingness to abide by the previously stated conditions, the student-athlete will be dismissed from the team.

Communication/Departmental Action Any disciplinary action taken against a student-athlete is strictly confidential. Thus, all specific information regarding the case may only be shared within the University community as allowed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The Sport Administrator will be responsible to maintain the

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Policy 1. A student-athlete who has a grievance may take the grievance to an Assistant Coach, Grounds for grievances are restricted to ques- team captain(s), or the Head Coach of the tions on process and fairness relating to the sport in which he/she is participating. Such implementation of NCAA and Towson Univer- grievance will be made known to the Head sity rules and regulations. This would include Coach within a 48-hour period. The Head (but not be limited to): financial aid, transfer Coach will respond in a like period. The Head releases, allowing a student-athlete the opportu- Coach must keep the Sport Administrator nity to compete for positions, sexual harassment informed of any conversation or documenta- issues, or abusive behavior. The grounds for tion which occurs. grievance may not infringe upon the coach’s judgment regarding ability or any other factor 2. A student-athlete may request a conference considered being important to further the goals with any of the above individuals or all of the of intercollegiate athletics at Towson Univer- above individuals to review the grievance. A sity. It is every coach’s responsibility to treat conference will be held between the Head each student-athlete in a fair, consistent, and Coach and the student-athlete. At the discre- appropriate manner. The Towson University tion of the Head Coach, the captain and/or Department of Athletics is adamant that the Assistant Coach may participate. The purpose student-athlete’s best interest always be taken of the meeting is to resolve the grievance. into consideration. 3. If unresolved at this point, the grievance It must be noted that the administrative philos- would go to the Sport Administrator where ophy is to maintain an open door to both staff a conference will be held with the student- and student-athletes. A request by a student- athlete and Head Coach in an attempt to athlete for a meeting with an administrator resolve the grievance. will not be ignored. The basic focus of any 4. If the Sport Administrator’s recommendation initial meeting is for the Sport Administrator for resolving the grievance is rejected by either to determine the problem, and whether the the student-athlete or the Head Coach, either student-athlete has discussed the problem with may take the following course of action. the Head Coach, Assistant Coach, captain or other individual. It will be made clear to the 5. In writing (directed to the Director of student-athlete that he/she must take their Athletics) initiate all factual details relevant concern to the Head Coach unless a grievance is to the nature of the grievance, why the recom- being filed. The Sport Administrator will notify mendation is unacceptable; or if the grievance the Head Coach of the meeting and discussion. is still unresolved, how the grievance could be resolved. Procedure 6. The Director of Athletics shall review the situ- It is the Head Coach’s responsibility to make ation and make a final determination. There available to each student-athlete a copy of this will be no further appeal to the grievance policy. The procedures for a redress of grievance decision within the Department of Athletics. should be explained to the student-athletes at 7. This ends jurisdiction of the Department of the initial team meeting. At any point a dispute Athletics; however, the student-athlete has all occurs, a student-athlete must be notified that regular University channels still available. there is a grievance procedure which he/she may pursue.

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Appeals Regarding Transfer When a student-athlete from Towson Univer- Representative will serve as the chair of the sity decides to transfer and is not granted a Appeals Committee. The committee will hear waiver to the transfer residency requirement, the appeal and make a determination as to the a written request for an appeal may be made final decision of the University within 15 busi- to the Faculty Athletics Representative or to ness days after receipt of the request. the Assistant Director of Athletics for Compli- ance Services who forwards the appeal to the Appeals Committee. The Faculty Athletics

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Fan Code of Conduct times reflect the high standards of honor and dignity that characterize participation in competitive sports in a Towson University promotes good sportsmanship by collegiate setting.” The Towson University Department student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request of Athletics and its coaching staff will not tolerate poor your cooperation by supporting the participants and sportsmanship or any action by a student-athlete that officials in a positive manner. Profanity, racial or sexist deliberately injures a teammate or opponent during a comments or other intimidating actions directed at practice or competition. Examples of poor sportsman- officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representa- ship behavior include, but are not limited to: tives will not be tolerated and grounds for removal from the site of competition. All artificial noisemakers that 1. Physical abuse of an athlete, coach, official or spec- resemble a device or official’s whistle will be confiscated. tator; Also, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages 2. Use of obscene or inappropriate language or gestures in any Towson University Athletics’ facility is strictly to team members, opponents, officials, the media or prohibited. In addition, threatening physical actions, spectators; throwing objects of any type and disorderly or disrup- 3. Any action which violates recognized tive conduct will result in immediate removal and denial intercollegiate athletics standards for appro- of access to future events. Events sponsored by Towson priate conduct, or the values and standards associ- University Athletics should be fun and safe for all. ated with Towson University and the CAA.

TAI LGATING CAA SPORTSMANSHIP _ The university allows tailgating in designated areas POLICY during scheduled times. Students must be 21 years Any player or coach ejected from a contest for unsports- of age to consume alcoholic beverages. towson.edu/ manlike conduct or behavior will automatically be studentaffairs/policies suspended for the next game. A second ejection within any year would result in a two-game suspension and a SP ORTSMANSHIP third ejection would result in a five-game suspension. The Commissioner of the CAA will have the authority Under the principles of conduct of intercollegiate to impose a greater sanction based on the seriousness athletics, the NCAA states: “Student-athletes of a of the misconduct. member institution shall deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship. Their behavior shall at all

CAA Student-Athlete_ SPORTSMANSHIP PLedge I am a CAA Student-Athlete. I respect myself. Through respecting myself, I respect my opponent. Through respecting my opponent, I respect the game. Through respecting the game, I respect the officials. Through respecting the officials, I respect the outcome. My example, in victory or defeat, nurtures respect in others. Will you follow my lead?

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ACADEMIC ADVISING Program which aims to help each freshman student make a successful transition to Towson CENTER University and prepare for entry into a major of Lecture Hall Building his/her choice. The center has knowledgeable Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and and well-prepared peer student advisors who Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. can address a wide range of questions. The 410-704-2472 Academic Advising Center’s professional staff 410-704-4020 (fax) also meets with students who are on academic www.towson.edu/advising warning or academic probation status to assist them in becoming successful Towson Univer- The Academic Advising Center offers programs sity students. Another important function of and services to students that help them become the Center is to advise those students who are well-informed and effective decision makers and undecided about a major or are in the process to be equipped to plan their Towson University of choosing or changing their majors. Appoint- education. The Academic Advising Center coor- ments are recommended but students are also dinates the First Year Experience (FYE) Advising seen as walk-ins.

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ACADEMIC STANDARDS FOR TOWSON UNIVERSITY To maintain good academic standing _ units (includes Towson units _ within the University, students must and Accepted transfer credits) Min. Cum. GPA possess a minimum cumulative Grade 1-29.5 1.50 Point Average based on the number of earned hours (EHRS) or units toward 30-59.5 1.75 GPA, whichever is higher, as indicated 60 and above 2.00 below: Students whose GPA falls below the level required for Students on academic probation have three academic good academic standing are not immediately subject to years or 24 earned units toward GPA, whichever comes academic dismissal from the University. These academic first, to attain good academic standing. If students actions (as specified in the Towson University catalog) attain good academic standing during probation but are enacted: subsequently fall below the minimum requirements for good academic standing, they will be given a one-term 1. Academic Warning: Students who fail to attain the exception during which good academic standing must minimum grade point average (for the first time) be attained. If they do not, they will be academically receive an academic warning and must attain good dismissed. Otherwise, they are considered to be on standing by the end of their next term of attendance academic probation until they have either graduated and remain in good standing. or are academically dismissed. 2. Academic Suspension: Students who fail to attain Students have the ability to appeal any academic action. good standing after being placed on “academic Student-athletes who wish to appeal an action should warning” are academically suspended at the end consult with their Athletic Academic Advisor in writing of the next Spring term. Students may not attend the letter of appeal. The final decisions on all appeals Towson University for one term or any intervening lie with the Academic Standards Committee. sessions (Summer/Minimester). Academic Standards Committee 3. Academic Probation: After the suspension ends, Office of the Registrar students may be readmitted on academic probation, Enrollment Services Center 235 during which time they may enroll for a maximum of 410-704-4351 13 units per term. They must also receive additional 410-704-6393 (fax) advising and may not register without written clearance from the Athletic Academic Advisor. Academic Appeals or requests for exceptions must be made to probation is noted permanently on students’ academic the Academic Standards Committee. This committee records. establishes and interprets all policies governing the academic status of the undergraduate student.

Declaring a Major Student-athletes wishing to declare a major may student-athletes change their major at least once do so online with the assistance of their Athletics during their career. Thus, it is in the best academic Academic Advisor. For the first four terms of a student- interest of our student-athletes to be undeclared athlete’s career, the Department of Athletics strongly majors for the first two years, although students are urges that each student-athlete be an undeclared encouraged to take courses in their area of interest. major. More than 60 percent of Towson University Student-athletes must have declared a major (not a

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pre-major) by the beginning of the 5th full Reti gistra on time term of college enrollment as per NCAA regulations. Student-athletes are required to meet with their Academic Advisors to discuss their academic Changing a Major schedule for the upcoming term. Also, student- athletes must have their schedule approved by their Student-athletes wishing to change their major Athletics Academic Advisor prior to registration. may do so online with the assistance of their They are provided the opportunity for out-of- Athletics Academic Advisor. All student-athletes sequence registration and should be prepared to who change their major should discuss this register at the earliest authorized time to receive with their Athletics Academic Advisor as this the greatest benefit. decision may adversely affect athletic eligibility.

rtiegistra on checklist 4 Have you completed your term plan with your Athletics Academic Advisor and Major Advisor? 4 Have you looked online at the courses being offered and “time-blocked” your classes?  Do your classes work together?  Do your classes have open seats available?  Do your classes work with practice? 4 Have you checked for holds and cleared them? You should check your holds 2-3 days prior to registration day and make sure you are clear to register. 4 Do you know the date of priority registration for student-athletes? 4 Will you be traveling with your team on priority registration day? If so, have you made alternative arrangements to get registered? 4 Do you need any special permits? If so, obtain the permits from the department of the class you wish to take prior to registration day.

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How to register online _ with peoplesoft 1. Go to students.towson.edu, click on “Online Services” tab at the right of the page. Log-in with your Towson username and password 2. After logging on, to Enroll in a Class a. Click the Self Service link b. Click the Student Center link c. Click the Enrollment: Add list item, Click the Go button d. Click the Desired Term option, Click the Continue button e. Click the Search button, Type the Course Subject and Course Number, Click the Search button f. Click the Select Class button, Click the Next button g. Click the Proceed to Step 2 of 3 button, Click the Go! button h. Click the Student Center list item, Click the Go! button 3. After logging on, to Search for a Class a. Click the Self Service link b. Click the Student Center link c. Click the Search for Classes link d. Click the Look up Term button, Click an entry in the Term column e. Enter the desired information into the Course Subject field f. Enter the desired information into the Course Number field, Click the Search button g. Click the Select Class button, Click the Next button h. Click the Student Center list item, Click the Go! button 4. After logging on, to Add Classes to Your Enrollment Shopping Cart a. Click the Self Service link b. Click the Student Center link c. Click the Enrollment: Add list item, Click the Go button d. Click the Desired Term option, Click the Continue button e. Click the Search button, Type desired Course Subject and Course Number, Click the Search button f. Click the OK button, Click the Select Class button, Click the Next button g. Click the Student Center list item, Click the Go! button Be sure to click the Class Schedule list item, and review your schedule before leaving PeopleSoft to be sure all the classes you submitted are now on your new schedule. (towson.edu/adminfinance/ OTS/trainingdoc/ps9/ps9_Student_Center.asp)

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FERPA—Release of This must be done within two weeks of first day Student Information of class in the fall term. Otherwise, it will be assumed that the information may be disclosed Towson University maintains records of matters for the remainder of the current academic year. A relevant to the educational process of each new form for non-disclosure must be completed student. These records cannot be disclosed to each fall. Students should consider very carefully individuals other than the student except by the consequences of any decision to withhold written consent of the student, by legal order, "Directory Information." Should you decide or in those special circumstances allowed by not to release it, any future requests for such the Family Educational Rights and Privacy information from non-institutional persons or Act of 1974, as amended, (FERPA), a.k.a. the organizations (banks, employers, etc.) will be Buckley Amendment. See Appendix F, Uni- refused. T.U. will honor your request to with- versity Catalog. hold directory information, but cannot assume Student information is divided into two responsibility to contact you for subsequent parts—directory information and educational permission to release it. That responsibility information. Educational information cannot rests with the student. be released unless release is granted as described All student-athletes sign a release of informa- above. Directory information can be released tion form/waiver for the athletic department’s unless, otherwise withheld by the student. Direc- access to his/her grades and academic progress. tory Information at T.U. is defined as: Name, address, telephone number, dates of attendance, classification (Fr, So, Jr, Sr, etc.), major field of study, awards or honors earned or conferred including dates, type of enrollment (full or part time), past and present participation in officially recognized sports and activities including personal physical fea- tures - (height and weight of athletes), date and place of birth. Please note that the inclusion of students' telephone numbers as directory information constitutes a change in previous definitions. Under the provisions of FERPA, students have a right to withhold disclosure of directory information. Students may initiate such action by completing the appropriate non-disclosure form: • Undergraduates: Record's Office (Enroll- ment Services Center, room 223) • Graduates students: Graduate School

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Medical Excuse Policy abuse of academic materials, and multiple submissions are serious violations of the Academic Integrity Policy Medical Excuse policy: explains that students will not and may result in penalties that may include an “F” for be given medical excuses by the Health Center for the assignment, an “F” for the course, suspension from short-term class absence.www.towson.edu/dowell- the university for a designated period of time, or even healthcenter/health/excuse.asp expulsion from the university. incomplete GRADES The following definitions and examples are not meant to be exhaustive. The university reserves the right to Incomplete grades must be made up by the end of determine, in a given instance, what action constitutes the following term; otherwise, the grade reverts to an a violation of academic integrity. “F.” Graduating seniors must resolve any outstanding incomplete grades and have their records adjusted for A. Plagiarism repeated courses within six weeks after their date of Presenting the work, products, ideas, words, or data of official graduation. Specific dates for each graduating another as one’s own is plagiarism. Indebtedness must class are included in the correspondence from the be acknowledged whenever: Graduation Clearance Office. 1. One quotes another person’s actual words or repli- P /FaSS/D Option cates all or part of another’s product. This includes all information gleaned from any source, including Students may elect up to eight units in a single term the Internet. and up to 12 units toward their degrees for which they may be graded on a Pass/D/F basis. If a student 2. One uses another person’s ideas, opinions, work, data, registers for more than eight term hours under this or theories, even if they are completely paraphrased option in one term, only eight will apply toward in one’s own words. graduation. This option is not available for courses 3. One borrows facts, statistics, or other illustrative required for a major, minor, or certification in teacher materials. Because expectations about academic education unless special permission is obtained from assignments vary among disciplines and instructors, the department concerned. Students must make students should consult with their instructors about all declarations or changes to the option before the end any special requirements related to citation. of the withdrawal period. To elect this grading option, In addition to oral or written work, plagiarism may students must complete a Course Schedule Change also involve using, without permission and or acknowl- Form in the Enrollment Services Office (Room 223) edgement, internet websites, computer programs or during the “change of schedule” period (first week of files, research designs, ideas and images, charts and class each term). graphs, photographs, creative works, and other types Student Academic Integrity of information that belong to another. policy Submitting as one’s own the work of a “ghost writer” or commercial writing service; knowingly buying or other- The acquisition, sharing, communication, and evalua- wise acquiring and submitting, as one’s own work any tion of knowledge are at the core of a university’s mission. research paper or other writing assignment; submitting As responsible members of the academic community, as one’s own, work in which portions were produced by students are obligated not to violate the basic standards someone acting as tutor or editor; collaborating with of integrity. They are also expected to take an active role others on papers or projects without authorization of in encouraging other members to respect those standards. the instructor. Should a student have reason to believe that a violation of academic integrity has occurred, he/she is encouraged Verbatim statements must be enclosed by quotation to make the suspicion known to a member of the faculty marks, or set off from regular text as indented extracts, or university administration. Plagiarism, fabrication, with full citation. falsification, cheating, complicity in academic dishonesty,

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B. Fabrication And Falsification scheduled exercise; collaborating on academic work knowing that the collaboration will not be reported; Making unauthorized alterations to information, or and/or taking an examination or test for another student, inventing any information or citation in an academic or signing a false name on an academic exercise. exercise. Fabrication is a matter of inventing or counterfeiting data, research results, information or procedures; E. Abuse Of Academic Materials inventing data or fabricating research procedures to make it appear that the results of one process are actually Destroying, stealing, or making inaccessible library or the results of several processes; and/or counterfeiting other resource material. Stealing or destroying library a record of internship or practicum experiences. Falsi- or reference materials needed for common academic fication is a matter of altering the record of data or exercises; hiding resource material so others may not experimental procedures or results; false citation of the use them; destroying computer programs or files needed source of information (reproducing a quotation from in academic work; stealing or intentionally destroying a book review while indicating that the quotation was another student’s notes or laboratory experiments; and/ obtained from the book itself); altering the record of or or receiving assistance in locating or using sources of reporting false information about practicum or clinical information in an assignment where such assistance experiences; altering grade reports or other academic has been forbidden by the instructor. records; submitting a false excuse for absence or tardiness in a scheduled academic exercise; and/or altering F. Multiple Submissions a returned examination paper and seeking re-grading. Submitting substantial portions of the same academic work (including oral reports) for credit more than C. Cheating once without authorization of the instructor(s). What Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, constitutes a “substantial portion” of the same work information, notes, study aids, or other devices in any is determined solely by the university. academic exercise. Copying from another student’s A full description of the University Academic Integrity paper or receiving unauthorized assistance during a Policy, procedures for handling violations, penalties, quiz, test or examination; using books, notes, or other and appeal procedures can be found at: devices (calculators) when these are not authorized; procuring without authorization tests or examinations www.towson.edu/provost/resources/student before the scheduled exercise (including discussion academic.asp of the substance of examinations and tests when it is expected these will not be discussed); copying reports, DISAGREEMENTS RELATED _ laboratory work, computer programs or files and the like from other students; collaborating on laboratory TO GRADING or computer programs or files and the like from other Students who feel an earned grade is unjust must students; collaborating on laboratory or computer work address their disagreements first to the instructor, who is without authorization and without indication of the primarily responsible for assigning grades. If the matter nature and extent of the collaboration; and/or sending is not satisfactorily resolved through this approach and a substitute to take an examination. the issue warrants further consideration, students may then direct an appeal through the following channels: D. Complicity In _ Department Chair/Program Coordinator, College Dean, Academic Dishonesty or Division for Student Affairs. Helping, or attempting to help, another commit an act of academic dishonesty. Allowing another to copy from one’s paper during an examination or test; distributing test questions or substantive information about the material to be tested without authorization before the

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REPEATING COURSES Courses in which low or failing grades were earned at Towson University MUST be repeated at Towson in Students may take a course twice where credit has been order for the record to be adjusted and the GPA to be earned or a grade of “F” of “FX” has been earned; third recalculated. Grades earned at other institutions do attempts must have prior approval by the Academic not adjust grades earned at Towson, nor do they alter Standards Committee. The Committee will not consider the cumulative GPA. petitions to take a course for a third time unless students currently possess a minimum Grade Point Average of In order for a course from another institution to be 2.00. Grades of “W” are administrative grades and are used at Towson University for eligibility purposes, prior not considered as part of the repeated course procedure. approval must be received. Failure to do so may result in that course not being allowed to be used. When a course is repeated, students will receive credit for the course only once. Only the higher of the two COURSES TAKEN AT OTHER _ grades will be calculated in the Grade Point Average. INSTITUTIONS The lower grade will remain on the record with the letter “R” proceeding (e.g., “R”, “RX”, “RD”, etc.). If a student chooses to take classes for credit toward The “R” indicates that the course has been repeated. their degree program at another institution, approval must be secured in advance of taking the course. The Note: Students who fail to obtain prior permission appropriate form to request approval may be secured from the academic standards committee to make a from the registrar's office or their Athletics Academic third attempt of a course may not adjust their records Advisor. If approved, the credits will transfer, but the for that attempt. Unauthorized third attempts will not grades earned will not be calculated into the student's apply toward the degree. GPA. Classes taken at another institution may not The grade earned in the second attempt will be used in be funded by the Towson University Department of the calculation of the overall average. Athletics.

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ACADEMIC _ Tutoring Services ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Peer tutoring support and strategic study skills Cook Library 524 are provided for Towson University undergradu- 410-704-2291 ates. Tutoring is available mainly in small group 410-704-3216 (fax) sessions, for most lower-division and a select Director: Liz Scarbrough number of upper-division courses. Students can http://www.towson.edu/aac request up to one hour of tutoring weekly per course. The tutor-training program is interna- The Academic Achievement Center (AAC), tionally certified by the College Reading and a comprehensive undergraduate academic Learning Association (CRLA) through level-3/ learning center, serves the entire Towson Univer- Master Tutor. sity student population with tutorial services, learning strategy workshops and academic Tutorial Support Network Services coaching. The AAC has a Master level (3) tutor Academic Achievement Center training program, certified through the College Cook Library, 524 Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). Coordinator: Frank Mullen The Center provides tutoring services primarily 410-704-2291 in the lower-level behavioral and social sciences, Provides drop-in and appointment-based English literature, business, foreign languages, tutoring to students enrolled in lower division physical, natural and computer sciences, math- business, economics, foreign language, and ematics and music courses. Services are free to behavioral & social science courses. registered undergraduates and depend upon availability of a qualified tutor. Computer Science Lab 7800 York Road, Room 407 To promote retention and in-class success, AAC Coordinator: Richard Webster Learning Specialists provide individual and 410-704-2424 group strategy sessions to help students learn how to prepare study schedules, improve on Utilizes drop-in tutoring to assist students their note taking skills as well as enhance their enrolled in computer science courses. overall study skills and habits. Upon faculty Mathematics Lab request, AAC staff facilitates in-class academic 7800 York Road, Room 105 strategy sessions. Co-Coordinator: Liz Scarbrough Additionally, the AAC conducts placement 410-704-2291 testing for incoming students who earn a score Assists students who are enrolled in lower- below 500 on reading, writing and math sections division and some upper-division mathematics of the SAT and below 21 on the ACT. These courses via drop-in tutoring. students are required to take the appropriate Music Tutoring Lab section(s) of the on-line Accuplacer examina- Center for the Arts, Room 3088 tion by the College Board. Score(s) from the Coordinator: Dr. Kalin Kirilov Accuplacer will determine which course(s) a 410-704-2845 student must enroll in during the first semester at TU. For additional questions regarding Provides tutoring for students enrolled in Placement Testing, please go to www.towson. undergraduate music literature, theory and edu/placementtesting. musicianship courses. Tutors are matched with students to work individually on select, pre- determined topics.

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Natural Sciences Lab Study Skills Assistance Smith Hall, Room 538 Coordinator: Liina Ladon Academic Success Strategies Workshops are 410-704-3054 offered each term through the Academic Achievement Center (AAC) and address topics Assists students who are enrolled in biology, such as: learning style preferences, goal setting, chemistry, physical science and physics courses time management, listening, note-taking, text- through drop-in tutoring, as well as computer- book skills, memorization, testing skills, math assisted instruction. anxiety, assessment of academic performance Additional Campus _ and preparation for finals. Individual appointments can be scheduled if necessary. Informal Tutorial Support diagnostic academic support is also available Services to any student who wishes to achieve a level of proficiency in fundamental knowledge and English Department _ acquire necessary strategies to be successful Writing Tutorial Writing Lab in college. Liberal Arts, Room 5330 O 410-704-2655 The AAC also provides the Learning and Study www.towson.edu/writinglab Strategies Inventory (LASSI), which allows students to evaluate their study habits and atti- Provides tutoring for writers at all stages of the tudes. Areas included are motivation, anxiety, writing process and in all courses within the information processing, selecting main ideas and University. This service is for native English test taking. Enrichment strategies are recom- Speakers. mended after students complete the LASSI. ESOL Writing Service

Liberal Arts, Room 5330 J 410-704-2038 Assists students, for whom English is a second language, with sentence level paragraph/essay- level skills. Writing Support Program Liberal Arts, Room 5330 H 410-704-2857 Assists students with sentence-level and grammar skills (ENG 251/350). This service is for native English speakers Online Writing Support 410-704-2857 www.towson.edu/ows Provides online assistance and interactive exercises for grammar and punctuation skills COMPUTER LABS To view the entire list of computer labs and their hours go to the following page: www.towson. edu/adminfinance/OTS/SCS/computerlab/ index.asp

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PROCTORING for _ are encouraged to register with DSS as soon as possible after admission to the University DVmt Course to ensure timely provision of services. Please Each term the Academic Achievement Center contact the DSS office or visit the website for offers proctoring for DVMT exams based on further information. the availability of a feasible space. In practice, Disability Support Services also provides services the AAC reserves a limited number of dates for students with temporary conditions (lasting each term for proctoring and communicates less than six months), such as providing access to those dates to the DVMT Committee. To the para-transit van for students with mobility preserve test integrity, students are required to difficulties, or note-taking services for students present a photo ID and the completed exams with injuries/impairments affecting their ability are forwarded to the instructor using tamper to physically take notes in the class. resistant envelopes. DISABILITY _ TESTING SERVICES CENTER SUPPORT SERVICES Administration Building, Room 228 Administration Building, Room 232 410-704-2304 410-704-2638 410-704-4699 (fax) 410-704-4247 (fax) www.towson.edu/testing www.towson.edu/dss The Testing Services Center provides testing Director: Susan Willemin accommodations for students registered with Disability Support Services supports the mission Disability Support Services. The Center offers of Towson University by providing services extended time, reduced distraction testing spaces, that afford students with disabilities an equal assistive computers and other equipment, as opportunity to participate in all aspects of the well as readers and scribes, as appropriate. All educational environment. Eligibility for these tests are proctored to ensure academic honesty. services is determined individually by the DSS Contact the Testing Services Center for addi- office based on documented need. Students tional information.

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Al. bert S Cook Library You will need: 410-704-2456 Circulation Services Towson University NetID – 410-704-2462 Research and Instruction Services • Get this university login from Student http://cooklibrary.towson.edu Computing Services. IM: tucookchat Text us at 66746 and start your question with • Use this to access Cook Library resources keyword askcook from off-campus. Where can I find? Towson University OneCard – Computers – All floors • Get this identification card at no charge (unless you lose it) from Auxiliary Services Copy machines – 2nd-5th floors in the University Union. Books you can check out and older print jour- • Use this for borrowing books from Cook nals (Stacks) – 4th and 5th floors Library and other libraries in the University Library Classrooms –CK526 (5th floor), CK317 System of Maryland. (3rd floor) Print Card – Research Help Desk, Interlibrary Loan – • Purchase this from vending machines in the 3rd floor library. Circulation Desk (book check-out), Course • Use this if you want to print from the Reserves – 3rd floor computers or use the photo copiers in the Leisure Reading Collection – 3rd floor library. Each card costs $1 and it costs $.10 per page to print or make copies. Group Study Cubicles – 3rd floor Current magazines, journals, newspapers – 2nd floor Media Resource Services (media, video equipment rental, video editing software) – 2nd floor Quiet Study Floor and Quiet Study Room (CK200C) – 2nd floor Computer lab (computers, scanners, color printing, technical assistance) – 1st floor

Regular Library Hours: Mon.–Thurs. 8–2 a.m. Fri. 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m–8 p.m. Sun. Noon–2 a.m. Finals, summer, holiday, and vacation hours are posted. A valid TU OneCard is required to enter the library after 10 p.m.

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TI GER ACADEMICS _ TI GER ACADEMIC STAFF MISSION STATEMENT Athletics Academic Advisors Towson University’s Athletics Academic Support The Athletics Academic staff provides the unit will provide leadership, supervision, moni- following support services to best serve the toring, tutoring, advising, counseling and other student-athletes: services to student-athletes within the framework of university, departmental and athletics’ • Provide effective academic advising and up-to- regulations and resources. date campus information to student-athletes; conduct individual advising appointments Support will evolve through an articulated series with student-athletes who have concerns of academic programs directed toward making about their major choices, progress toward student-athletes increasingly independent as degree, grades, or any other aspects that may both persons and scholars. impede their success toward graduation and The Athletics Academic Support unit will NCAA eligibility; facilitate, coordinate, and expedite all academic • Pay particular attention to the “at-risk” matters within the department and university. student-athlete and student-athletes that The support unit will maintain the highest have not yet decided on a major course of standards of integrity, accountability and loyalty study; at all times. • Schedule regular meetings with designated Primary Goals student-athletes and upon a student’s request; The Tiger Academics program is designed to • Monitor the academic progress of student- enhance the experience of each student-athlete athletes; in the University setting. The primary goals are: • Encourage student-athletes to utilize all the • To support the efforts of every student-athlete academic support services provided by the who attends the University to earn a degree; Department of Athletics’ Academic office • To provide assistance for the student-athlete including: Study Hall, tutorial program and in the development of values, emphasizing individual meetings with Athletics Academic the qualities of leadership; Advisors; • To enhance the interpersonal relationships and • Participate in Freshmen Orientation and assist communication skills of each student-athlete; with registration; • To facilitate the fulfillment of career and life • Encourage student-athletes to take advan- goals of each student-athlete; and tage of support services offered on campus including, but not limited to: Academic • To safeguard the academic integrity of Towson Achievement Center, Writing Center, Coun- University by insuring compliance with all seling Center, Disability Support Services, rules of the NCAA, conferences and the SAGE and Career Services; University. • Participate in official recruiting visits for all sports.

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STUDENT-ATHLETE SUPPORT Study Hall PROGRAMs The study hall program is designed to enhance the academic skills of Towson University’s In addition to the aforementioned services, the first-year student-athletes to increase their Department of Athletics provides the following ability to succeed in the classroom. The study services to ensure the academic success of its hall program, required of all freshmen student- student-athletes: athletes and first term transfers, consists of six Student-Athlete Orientation (6) hours per week in the first term of enrollment (hours could increase per coaches’ discretion). The student-athlete orientation program is designed Each study session focuses on completing to inform new, incoming student-athletes about academic objectives. A report is given at the a variety of topics. Important information is also end of the week to each advisor and to the handled during this time including: placement appropriate coaches. exams, finalizing registration for the fall term, and university and specific college overviews. In addi- Laptop Loan Program tion, student-athletes will review NCAA and Depart- When a team is traveling during their season, ment of Athletics policies and procedures and attend there are laptops available for the coach to check educational sessions designed to help them meet the out to take on trips for student-athletes to use challenges of college, life, academics and Division I while on the road. Athletics. Course Progress Evaluations (CPE) Meetings with Assigned Sport Advisor The Department of Athletics requests that Individual meetings with student-athletes can professors provide information relevant to the assist with them with their time management academic performance of student-athletes. CPE and organizational skills. The students will reports are requested for all student-athletes. be taught an overall organizational structure The CPE’s are sent to the instructors on the which includes: Note taking, Time management, 6th or 7th week of the term. Professors provide Proactive planning, Learning strategies, Test information relevant to student-athlete grades, taking skills, Personal responsibility, Student- class attendance, and effort. Coaches and the athletes must meet with their assigned Athletics Athletics Academic Advisors use the CPE to Academic Advisor before registering for classes, track the student-athletes’ progress and direct and/or dropping or adding a class. them to appropriate academic support services.

Towson Swimmers & Divers have an on-going relationship with The SEED School of Maryland.

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G rades First CHANGING A SCHEDULE GradesFirst consists of modules that assist All changes in a student’s schedule of classes the Athletics Academic Support Staff and (adding or dropping a course or a change coaches in tracking the services provided to in sections, credits, or grading options) are student-athletes. GradesFirst gives the Athletics valid only if a course schedule change form Academic Advisors greater power to multi-task is on file with the Enrollment Services Center, while assisting student-athletes, for example Room 223. Students who do not complete the Advisors send progress reports, travel letters change form and turn it in by the deadline will and any messages to student-athletes through not receive credit for classes attended, but not this program. GradesFirst also helps student- formally “added.” A grade of “F” or “FX” will athletes easily access services provided by the be recorded in courses not formally “dropped.” Towson Academic Support Staff through web- The time frame to work within: portals and center swipe card access to Towson University academic support facilities. Student- 1. Adding a Class: Students may add classes to athletes may track academic appointments, class their schedule during the first week of classes assignments, tutor groups, course performance each term. evaluations, and study hall hours through the 2. Dropping a Class: Students may drop classes GradesFirst web portal. All data is centralized up to the deadline published on the Towson in one location to provide access to the entire University Academic Calendar. (www. academic staff, tutors, faculty, coaches and towson.edu/registrar/calendars) student-athletes. Student-athletes and coaches Student-athletes are encouraged to take may access GradesFirst by going to http:// 15 credits per term to keep them on track towsontigers.gradesfirst.com. to graduate in four years. No student- Tutoring athlete may be registered for fewer than 12 credits unless they have received written The tutorial program assists the student-athlete confirmation from the Assistant Director in conjunction with several tutorial programs of Athletics for Compliance Services. This across campus designed to provide academic can only occur if the student-athlete is in support to Towson University students. The graduate school, is in his/her final term prior goal of the tutorial program is to promote to graduation, or received a waiver from the academic excellence, not merely to keep the NCAA. Proper documentation must be on student-athlete eligible. There are two ways file in the Compliance Office. for a student-athlete to receive or be assigned a tutor: their Athletics Academic Advisor can The procedure for “dropping” a class is outlined assign tutors to work with students or there are in the Towson University Student Handbook. tutors available by request during Study Hall The procedure can be found under the title time. The tutorial coordinator completes all “Dropping a Course.” hiring, payroll and evaluation of tutors. The tutors are trained by the Academic Achieve- ment Center as well as the Tiger Academic Staff.

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Scheduling Policy forms can be obtained from your Head Coach or Athletics Academic Advisor. Every effort will be made to allow Towson University athletic teams to be competitive and allow students to succeed in the classroom. The CLASS ABSENCES FOR _ athletics program follows sound scheduling poli- ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION cies to allow for fair and adequate practice and competition for all of Towson’s athletic teams. Some classes may be missed due to athletics Scheduling of competitions is developed to competition. NCAA rules do not allow any minimize interference with the student-athletes’ student-athlete to miss a class for practice academics. Whenever possible, trips of any activities. Every attempt is made to keep missed distance are scheduled over the weekends or classes to a minimum. It is the student-athlete’s during vacation periods. There is an attempt responsibility to communicate with professors made to balance home and away events, and when a class must be missed. starting times will be determined to avoid 1. Student-athletes must make themselves conflicts with class schedules. Whenever possible, known to each professor at the beginning of regular season events are not scheduled during the term. Each head coach will provide their the fall or spring exam periods. Student-athletes team members with a listing of potential may not miss any scheduled class or academic missed classes as early in each term as possible. requirements as a result of any non-traditional After the first or second class meeting, student- season competition or practice. athletes must provide their name, sport, and team schedule to each instructor. Travel Policy 2. The dates of known class/event conflicts must Within the Baltimore Metropolitan area, teams be provided to each professor at the begin- with approved rosters greater than thirty, may ning of the term, and any problems must be travel by bus. Most all other teams will travel discussed at that time. When a class will be by van. All drivers of vans must pass a “Safe missed due to an athletic event, the student- Driver” certification workshop. No more than athlete should give their instructors a ‘Varsity ten passengers may be transported in any one Team Travel’ form. These forms are available van, and all passengers are required to use from the head coach or an Athletics Academic seat belts. Advisor. In addition, remind your professor of the arrangements you have made a few days All teams are required to return to campus prior to the event. immediately after an event or tournament unless travel arrangements are made between the head 3. Arrangements for makeup exams and quizzes coach and student-athlete. Individuals may be must be handled before traveling to an athletic excused from team travel when the head coach event, not after returning from a trip. gives approval and when traveling with parents. 4. Assignments or work to be made up must be Injured student-athletes who are unable to determined before a scheduled missed class. compete may not travel to away contests when 5. Missing class (for any other reason) is not travel includes an overnight or missed class acceptable. time, unless he/she is legitimately fulfilling a supporting role. 6. In the event that an affiliated Conference or NCAA Championship occurs during final Student-athletes are expected to notify their examination time, the student-athlete must professors well in advance if they will need to contact the appropriate faculty member at leave a class early, or miss class due to a sched- least three weeks before the scheduled exami- uled athletic contest. “Varsity Team Travel” nation or when the conflict is recognized.

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The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Further, it is Towson Athletics policy that no rescheduling the exam. The examination more than 12 class days may be missed per term date is determined by the faculty member in due to competition. Any deviation from this rule consultation with the student-athlete, and must be approved by the Director of Athletics may be earlier or later than the original (AD) and the Faculty Athletic Representative examination date. (FAR). The Towson University Department of Many instructors are supportive of competing Athletics expects student-athletes to attend all student-athletes who must miss class. However, classes and expects student-athletes to be prompt there are some instructors who are not as and on time. TU student-athletes are expected to accepting of student-athletes missing class progress satisfactorily toward a degree from the time. It is important for each student-athlete University and to exhibit appropriate behavior to meet with his/her instructors, as early in in class and beyond. the term as possible in order to assess whether As one way of trying to assist our student- there is a problem. If a problem does arise, the athletes in achieving academic success, TU NCAA Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) Athletics has adopted the following attendance can intercede on behalf of the student-athlete policy with the understanding that each sport when an agreement cannot be reached. The FAR may endorse a more restrictive policy. should be contacted as soon as possible when a • Student-athletes bear responsibility for conflict arises. Student-athletes may jeopardize informing their professors of impending class their participation in the Towson University absences due to competition. Furthermore, athletics program by failing to comply with the student-athletes bear the responsibility for above procedures. making arrangements to complete all missed assignments. Being accountable is a critical DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Life Skill which must be nurtured in our young ATTENDANCE POLICY people from the first day they accept the honor of becoming a Towson Tiger. Towson Athletics is one of the most visible departments of our University. It is a shared • Problems in completing missed assignments responsibility to make sure that Towson due to athletics competition(s) are to be Athletics and the on average 500 student-athletes reported to the appropriate Athletic Academic are great ambassadors of our University in the Advisor in the Towson Center or Field House classroom and in their respective areas of compe- immediately. tition. The Towson University Department of • Student-athletes are not permitted to miss class Athletics is committed to the proposition that to attend practice without prior approval of academic achievement is not, and should not be, the Director of Athletics and the FAR. a gift. Achieving academic success is a challenge that must be met by each Tiger student-athlete. • Class attendance is important for all classes, Student-athletes may miss some classes as a so this policy will be enforced during Fall, result of travel and scheduled competition. Mini-mester, Spring, and Summer sessions. These absences are anticipated and are gener- TU Athletics will use the following ally excused. However, unexcused absences are methods to monitor class attendance: not acceptable as they are in conflict with the concept of “student-athlete.” This policy is 1. Class Checks intended to establish a department wide class 2. Electronic correspondence with professors attendance policy. by Athletic Academic Staff

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In the event that a student-athlete has an unex- not completed within 7 days, the student- cused absence from a course the following athlete will not be permitted to return to sanctions will come into play: team activities until completed. 1. First Unexcused Absence: (Note: This does 3. Third Unexcused Absence: not apply to progress report absences.) • The student-athlete will be suspended for • This initial miss will be reported to the the team's next scheduled game. student-athlete's Head Coach and Sport • The student-athlete and Head Coach Administrator. will be notified in writing of the suspen- • Per the discretion of the Head Coach sion, including a specific reference to the team disciplinary action will be conducted consequences that could result from future reported to the Class Check Program absences. Coordinator. • The Director of Athletics will notify the • The Student-athlete will be required to student-athlete’s parent (s)/guardian (s) perform one (1) hour of Tiger service, of the suspension, including a specific as assigned by the Coach and Athletic reference to the consequences that could Academic Advisor, within 7 days of result from future absences. being notified of the absence. If the Tiger • The student-athlete will be required to Service is not completed within 7 days, the perform four (4) hours of Tiger service student-athlete will not be permitted to within 7 days of being notified of the return to team activities until completed. absence. If the Tiger Service is not 2. Second Unexcused Absence: (Note: This does completed within 7 days, the student- not apply to progress report absences.) athlete will not be permitted to return • The Student-athlete will be required to meet to team activities until completed. with the Assistant Director of Athletics for 4. Fourth Unexcused Absence: Academic Services to discuss the second • At the discretion of the Director of Athletics, unexcused absence of the semester. the student could be subject to indefinite • The Student-athlete and Head Coach will suspension from the team and/or termina- be notified in writing that the next infrac- tion of all financial aid and scholarship tion of this policy will result in a suspension benefits provided by Towson University from a game and that additional future effective at the end of the semester. absences could result in a loss of scholarship / dismissal from team. The Director Suspension Criteria: of Athletics will be notified of the second 1. The suspended events will be the next absence. consecutive events in the schedule, including • Per the discretion of the Head Coach team post-season games or events. A student- disciplinary action will be conducted and athlete under suspension for violating the reported to the Class Check Program class attendance policy will not be permitted Coordinator. to travel unless the suspension ends during an away trip that would allow for competi- • The Student-athlete will be required to tion by the student-athlete during that trip. perform two (2) hours of Tiger Service, Student-athletes will not be permitted to dress as assigned by the Coach and Athletic in uniform during a suspension. Academic Advisor, within 7 days of being notified of the absences. If the Tiger Service

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2. The student-athlete and the head coach must 3. The Director of Athletics, upon the recom- have received a written warning from the mendation from the Assistant Director of Assistant Director of Athletics for Academic Athletics for Academic Services, may impose Services prior to suspension from competi- a suspension based on the following criteria: tion. Letters will be distributed to all parties a. whether or not absences beyond three are at the earliest opportunity. In the event determined to be excessive the first report indicates the student-athlete has already accumulated three (3) or more b. excessive absences in other courses absences the student-athlete, head coach, c. repetitive and excessive tardiness for class and parent (s)/guardian (s) will be notified in and/or academic appointments writing that subsequent absences will result in a suspension for the next scheduled game. 4. These total number of absences are course- The student-athlete will also be required to specific. perform four (4) hours of Tiger service within Process to Appeal Class Absences: 7 days of being notified of the absence. If the Tiger Service not completed within 7 days, the If a student-athlete believes the information student-athlete will not be permitted to return related to absences is not accurate, he/she has to team activities until completed. (See list of 7 business days from the time of notification Tiger service options) to personally submit documented proof of The student-athlete will also be required to attendance, or justification for re-classification meet with the Assistant Director of Athletics of the absence from unexcused to excused, to for Academic Services. their Athletic Academic Advisor.

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Auxiliary Services There is a State Employees Credit Union (SECU) ATM at the University Union. (Students Business Office attending a state college or university, such as TU, can join the SECU). For more information University Union 111 about SECU, call 410-487-7328 or 1-800-TRY- 410-704-2284 SECU, or visit www.secumd.org. 410-704-3431 (fax) www.onecard.towson.edu Bookstore This is a one-stop business transactions office for the OneCard Retail/Vending and Dining University Union first floor Points accounts, ID cards, parking permits, 410-704-BOOK (2665) citation payments, and MVA Nonresident 410-704-3482 (fax) Permits. OneCard accounts can be managed store.towson.edu online where you can deposit funds to your Regular hours for spring and fall terms: Retail/Vending and Dining Points accounts, Mon.–Thurs. 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. check balances, and view the history of your Fri. 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. transactions. The OneCard, TU’s ID card for Sat. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. students, faculty and staff, gives students access to the front entrance of their residence hall, Cook Hours are extended during the first week of Library, computer labs, recreational facilities, to classes and move-in weekend. Please call or visit athletic events, campus events, and services. If our Web site for summer and January hours. you open a Retail/Vending Points account or a The University Store accepts cash, personal Dining Points account, your OneCard serves checks with proper ID, OneCard Retail/Vending as a debit card for purchases in many vending Points, VISA, Mastercard and Discover. machines and at Dining Services locations, the University Store, residence hall laundry facilities, Bursar’s Office the Health Center, Copies Plus and the Auxiliary Services Business Office. If you are on a meal Enrollment Services Center 336 plan, you will use your OneCard to get into 410-704-2100 the dining halls. 1-888-5BURSAR 410-704-2185 (fax) Banking on Campus www.towson.edu/bursar As a student, your contact with the Office University Union, first floor of the Bursar will be limited to the accounts 410-321-6076 receivable section, which handles billing and 410-321-6347(fax) collecting payment. www.pnc.com/towson Banking services on campus are currently provided by PNC Bank. PNC has a branch in the University Union with several ATMs located around campus. Additional Information on specific products and services, as well as branch hours and ATM locations can be found on the PNC website, www.pnc.com/towson.

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Campus Activities Board Career Center at Towson University Union 226 University 410-704-2070 7800 York Road 206 410-704-2219 (fax) 410-704-2233 www.towson.edu/cab 410-704-3459 (fax) The Campus Activities Board (CAB), the primary [email protected] programming unit for the Towson University student www.towson.edu/careercenter population, is part of the Student Government Associa- The Career Center provides you with: tion, and provides the campus community with a variety of recreational, educational, and social activities. Events • Supportive and encouraging experts who care about include free movies, dances, live music, comedy shows, your success lectures, leadership programs, cultural programs, bus • Insight and empowerment to better understand who trips, and discounted tickets to area attractions. you are and where you want to go • A personalized job search plan that allows you to Campus Recreation Services navigate the job search process with confidence • Connections to employers who are motivated to hire Burdick Hall 151 TU students for jobs and internships 410-704-2367 • An advantage over the competition with impressive 410-704-4329 (fax) interview skills, an incredible resume and a polished www.towson.edu/campusrec professional image. A valid TU OneCard is required for access to all Campus The Career Center's services include a Career Mentor Recreation Services facilities and programs. Database, a year-by-year career action plan, career Burdick Hall is home to the Fitness Center, a 33-foot assessments and one-on-one counseling, drop-in indoor climbing gym, a bouldering wall, three gymna- Express Hours, a Resource Library, on-campus siums, and a 25-yard swimming pool. Playing fields interviews, job fairs, Hire@TU job and internship and a beach volleyball court are adjacent to Burdick postings, resume reviews and mock interviews, the Hall, located on Burdick Field. GENL 121 Life and Career Planning course, resources to navigate the graduate school application process, Programs for Campus Recreation include an array of an information-packed website, and more! intramural sports and sport clubs, adventure pursuit trips and an outdoor trip center, group fitness classes, Collegetown Shuttle personal training services, and equipment rentals. 410-532-3035 [email protected] (email) The shuttle runs in a continuous loop every day and stops at the following locations: Goucher College, Towson Shopping District, Towson University, Belve- dere Square (weekdays only), Notre Dame, Loyola, Johns Hopkins, MICA, Penn Station and the Inner Harbor (Fri.-Sun.). Towson University’s southbound stop is located in front of the Union Garage on Cross Campus Drive. Northbound stop is located in front of the Center for the Arts on Cross Campus Drive.

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Community Service _ Dining Services Opportunities, _ University Union 200A UNIVERSITY 410-704-2302 410-704-3560 (fax) University Union 217 dining.towson.edu 410-704-3307 410-704-2219 (fax) Dining Services offers a wide variety of options www.towson.edu/studentactivities/ to meet your dining needs, including 2 all-you- CommunityService care-to-eat facilities, 9 a-la-carte locations, and 2 convenience stores. Please visit our website for The Community Service Program provides a questions concerning meal plans, dining location, number of services that assist students in finding and hours or operation. meaningful volunteer opportunities on campus and off, fulfilling their service obligations, and View menus online at dining.towson.edu. evaluating and reflecting upon their experiences. Center for _ COUNSELING CENTER Student Diversity Glen Esk University Union 313 410-704-2512 410-704-2051 410-704-3453 (fax) 410-704-4229 (fax) Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. www.towson.edu/diversity www.towson.edu/counseling The Center for Student Diversity (CSD) provides The Counseling Center is the primary source intellectual and cultural enrichment programs of personal counseling and psychological help and services that build community and create on campus. The center provides a variety of civility. Its purpose is to develop an inclusive, services to students, faculty, and staff. Activi- supportive environment where students can ties are oriented toward helping people resolve meet their scholastic objectives seamlessly. emotional difficulty, improve personal skills, The center strives to create a learning commu- overcome the effects of trauma, disadvantage, nity that recognizes and appreciates cultural or substance abuse, and select and reach goals. differences, respects individual uniqueness, The Counseling Center also seeks to improve and engages in cross-cultural dialogue and the quality of life on campus as a whole, recog- interaction. It supports multicultural student nizing that the university encompasses people organizations and provides diversity awareness with diverse ethnic, lifestyle, racial backgrounds, seminars, workshops, presentations, advocacy, and with a variety of special needs. and consultation. The CSD serves all Towson A variety of self-help resources are accessible University Students while paying particular from the Counseling Center website, including attention to the needs of students of color and information on anxiety, depression, substance other underrepresented groups on campus. abuse, maximizing academic performance, rela- Additionally, the center provides financial tionship issues, adjusting to college life, Internet support to students who demonstrate a need addictions, childhood trauma, eating disorders through the CEEP Award, Barnes-Harris and body image, multicultural awareness, inter- Scholarship, Charlotte Newcombe Foundation national students, managing your money, tips Scholarship, Graduate Diversity Grant, and the for graduating seniors, and links to other online Women’s Center Award. compilations.

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Currently, the CSD cluster is made up of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual following units: Women’s Resources; Student Success Programs; African American Student AND Transgender Development; Hispanic and Asian Pacific Student _ Islander Student Development; Lesbian, Gay, Development Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Student Development, and Campus Ministries. The University Union 313 center also partners with and supports the 410-704-2051 Jewish Cultural Center –Hillel. www.towson.edu/lgbt The Committee on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and SAGE Program Transgender Issues—comprised of faculty, staff University Union 313 and students—seeks to improve the climate 410-704-2051 of acceptance for sexual and gender diversity 410-704-4229 (fax) through programming, and outreach. www.towson.edu/sage Financial Aid Office The SAGE (Students Achieve Goals through Education) program pairs new students with Enrollment Services Center 339 peer mentors who encourage 410-704-4236 410-704-2584 (fax) a. focus upon academic goals, www.towson.edu/finaid b. development of a campus peer network, Financial aid options for students include grants, c. involvement with student organizations loans, scholarships and employment programs. and campus activities of interest Funds for these programs come from the U.S. (when possible), and Department of Education, the state of Mary- land and Towson University. d. utilization of the mentor as a resource during the academic year. G raduaTE_School Students participate in program events that address academic success, career development, 7800 York Road 216 diverse cultural communities, personal develop- 410-704-2501 ment topics, career development strategies, and 410-704-4675 (fax) provide networking opportunities. All entering [email protected] (email) students can participate. Contact Raft Woodus grad.towson.edu ([email protected]) if you have questions. The College of Graduate Studies and Research provides many educational opportunities for both full- and part-time students, offering four doctoral programs, 39 master’s degree programs and a number of graduate-level certificates in fields including education, the health professions, the arts and sciences, and the fine arts.

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Health Center Honors College Dowell Health Center Stephens Hall 302 410-704-2466 410- 704-4677 410-704-3715 (fax) 410-704-4916 (fax) www.towson.edu/dowellhealthcenter [email protected] (email) Clinic hours: www.towson.edu/honors Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Students participating in the Honors College study with outstanding faculty and participate Appointments can now be made online by in special Honors courses that are small (18-20 students on our secure web portal. Go to: http:\\ students), rigorous and taught in a seminar mydowellhealth.towson.edu and log in with format allowing thoughtful interaction with your Towson NetID and password. For health other Honors students. Visit the Honors College concerns after hours, call our Nurse Advice Line, Web site for more information, including how 410-704-2466. to apply. The Dowell Health Center, an ambulatory International Student care facility, offers a full range of health care services: treatment of acute and chronic illness, and Scholar Office minor injuries, women’s health care and birth Administration Building 246 control, STD testing and treatment, HIV 410-704-2421 testing, nutrition counseling, sexual health and 410-704-6040 (fax) general health promotion/wellness programs [email protected] (email) and resources. The center also has an office lab www.towson.edu/isso and a formulary of commonly prescribed drugs. Our experienced staff includes physicians, nurse The ISSO serves approximately 1,000 interna- practitioners, physician assistants, RNs, a regis- tional students and scholars from approximately tered dietician, and health educators. Health 100 nations, including undergraduate, grad- Center charges may be billed to your private uate, exchange, and English language center insurance (be sure to bring your insurance card students and international faculty, visiting to your visit). Co-pays or medication charges faculty, researchers and guests. The ISSO offers that are the student's responsibility can be paid assistance with: by check, TU OneCard retail points or bursar • visa applications and immigration-related billing to the student’s TU account. Our Fast matters Track Clinic handles simple problems like colds, • cross-cultural orientation and adjustment sore throats and UTI’s with the goal of getting students in and out quickly. Fast Track hours • mediation of cross-cultural misunderstanding are 9am-5 p.m. Students should bring their TU • success in the U.S. academic environment ID and insurance card to every visit. • understanding and following Towson Univer- sity regulations and guidelines • using Towson University services • complying with federal law for temporary visa holders • work and travel permission for international students

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• referrals to community resources and requests the Off-Campus Living Fair, Apartments Visit from the community for contact with Towson TU, and What to Know When Moving Off- University’s international population Campus workshops. The office can address • emergency situations involving international questions and concerns you may have in your students off-campus living situation. Housing and Resi- dence Life also offers an off-campus housing • tax filing issues locator service on their Web site, www.towson. . NEW Student Programs edu/housing University Union 217 Parking and _ 410-704-2309 Transportation Services 410-704-2219 (fax) Union Garage www.towson.edu/orientation www.towson.edu/parking Facebook.com/OSATowson or Twitter: TU_OSA Parking & Shuttle Information—both on and off campus shuttles operate throughout the day Orientation for freshmen occurs in late August and evening see website for specific routes and just before the start of classes. During this time, information. students participate in a number of activities and programs designed to assist them in their [email protected] or 410-704-PARK transition to TU. Throughout their first year, (7275) freshmen participate in First Year Experience Paratransit information can be found at (FYE) group sessions to learn more about the [email protected] or 410-704-RIDE (7433) campus, resources for success and important policies and procedures. During the academic Vehicles parked on campus between 6 a.m. and year, NSP continues to support the transition of 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and between all new students through a variety of programs 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Fridays, must have a valid and leadership development opportunities. long term parking permit, be parked in a visitor space with a visitor permit or be parked at a paid Off-Campus Student meter. Permits are not required on weekends or on official university holidays when campus Services is closed. University Union 217 410-704-3307 T wo-Wheel Motorized 410-704-2219 (fax) Vehicle Policies and www.towson.edu/commuters Procedures Off-Campus Student Services provides off- campus students with a wide range of resources, • Two wheel motorized vehicles that don’t services and programs designed to engage require a license plate must be registered with commuting students in co-curricular activities Parking and Transportation Services and will that will enrich their educational experience receive a “free” permit from the Auxiliary and enhance their overall experience. Resources Service Business Office. include MTA information and schedules, • Motorized vehicles, with or without a license area maps, off-campus housing options, and plate, must be in authorized parking loca- commuter-friendly programs such as Commuter tion: not in regular four-wheel vehicle spaces. Appreciation Day, Good Evening Commuters, Specifically designated Motorcycle/Scooter/ and Finals Fuel. In addition, OCSS coordinates Moped parking is available in all garages, and

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in Lot 21 at the Towson Center. Parking in Scholarships Lot 19 for Motorcycles/Scooters/Mopeds will be available by fall 2012.. Enrollment Services Center 305 • Most Motorcycle/Scooter/Moped areas include 410-704-2647 equipment for securing two wheel motorized 410-704-4634 (fax) vehicles. www.towson.edu/main/finaidinside.towson. • Maryland State Vehicle Law 21-1103 prohibits edu/scholarshipseeker two wheel motorized vehicles from being The Scholarship Unit serves as a clearinghouse for driven on sidewalks. Effective immediately, information on scholarships. Towson University operators are subject to citations for driving awards a limited number of academic scholarships on sidewalks. each fall to qualified, full-time incoming freshmen • These vehicles cannot be stored at bike racks, and transfer students. around buildings, or in buildings. Office of student _ Effective fall 2012, failure to comply with these regulations can/may result in the impoundment activities of two wheel motorized vehicles. A release fee University Union 217 will be required for any impounded two wheel 410-704-3307 motorized vehicles on campus. By following 410-704-2219 (fax) these procedures, you will be helping to ensure www.towson.edu/studentactivites the safety of the campus community. Your cooperation is appreciated. The Office of Student Activities compliments the mission of the University by creating involve- Po sT_oFFICE ment opportunities and environments that inspire students to become active members University Union 117 of the campus and community. Working in 410–704-2260 collaboration with faculty and staff, student 410-704-6379 (fax) activities staff offer a wide array of educational, www.towson.edu/adminfinance/facilities/ cultural, social, and recreational programming mailservices/index.asp that foster student learning and development. Customer hours: Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Student Government Services at the Towson University Union Post Office include the sale of postage Association stamps and money orders, international University Union 226 mailing, UPS shipping, DHL shipping, FedEx 410-704-2711 shipping, and overnight and second-day 410-704-2713 (fax) mail delivery. www.towson.edu/sga SGA serves as liaison between students and the administration, and is dedicated to improving students’ academic, social and cultural environments, while hearing student concerns. It recognizes more than 150 clubs and organizations.

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Student LIFE Line Summer Sessions Administration Building 236 Enrollment Services Center 223 410-704-LIFE (5433) 410-704-2701 [email protected] (email) 410-704-2006 (fax) www.towson.edu/registrar The Division of Student Affairs runs the Student LIFE Line, a telephone line to assist students Summer sessions offer more than 800 classes, with any question they may have about Towson internships and independent study programs. University. LIFE Line is staffed and ready to The summer program is made up of four assist callers Mon. through Fri., 8:30 a.m. to different sessions, with classes offered in a 5:00 p.m. After these hours, students can leave variety of scheduling formats to meet student a voice mail message and will receive a response needs. the next business day. W ithdraWINg from _ Study Abroad Office the University Administration Building, second floor 410-704-2451 Although we hope it never happens, unfore- 410-704-4703 (fax) seen circumstances may leave you no recourse [email protected] (email) but to withdraw from the university. To do www.towson.edu/studyabroad so, complete an Official Withdrawal from Towson University form and submit it to the The Study Abroad Office provides advising and Registrar, Enrollment Services Center, Room resources to students interested in studying in 223, 410-704-4351. There may be alternatives a foreign country. Study opportunities exist at to withdrawing that you haven’t considered; if over 100 institutions in Europe, Latin America, you have questions, call the Division for Student Africa, Asia, Canada and Australia. Programs Affairs, 410-704-2055. are available for an academic year, one term, or during the summer or Minimester. University financial aid may be applied to all Towson WoR men’s ESOURCES University-sponsored or Towson University- University Union 313 approved study abroad programs. The Study 410-704-2051 Abroad Office awards a number of $500 410-704-4229 (fax) to $2,000 scholarships each year to eligible Hours: M–F 8:30 a.m.–5: p.m. students. You should start planning for study www.towson.edu/womensresources abroad at least a year in advance. The Women’s Resources Program coordinates campus programming that addresses the unique needs of female students, provides a space for all students to discuss issues of gender, and builds the leadership capacity of female students. Programming topics include: healthy relationships, sexual assault prevention, women and careers, women in leadership and gender roles. In addition, students have the opportunity to receive scholarship assistance and participate in mentoring, student organizations, and the Women’s Leadership Program and Conference.

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University Police • CRIME STATISTICS—A breakdown of the past three years of selected crimes occurring on and General Services Building around the campus. Police Emergencies 410- 704-2133 Medical or Fire Emergencies 911 • SEX OFFENSE REGISTRY—A link to the State of Hours: seven days a week, 24 hours a day Maryland Sexual Offender Registry that includes a www.towson.edu/police link to display information on all registered offenders attending or working at Institutions of Higher Educa- Our Mission tion. The University Police Department will provide a safe • Emergency Resources Guide (PDF format) is and supportive environment for the University Commu- available as a link (also available in print form) for nity through professional law enforcement, prevention viewing and reference on the Towson University of crime, intervention with offenders, problem solving Police web page. It is a ready resource for managing and community participation. Integrity, Fairness and and responding to emergency and crisis situations. Service will guide our every action as we fulfill our • The Campus Safety video and the Emergency commitment to the University and each other. It is an Preparedness Training video are both available on independently organized, legally empowered agency the Towson University Police web page - simply responsible for law enforcement within the jurisdiction go to the University Police webpage and click on of the university. Each Police officer is fully certified the appropriate link. Both are available on “You by the Maryland Police Training Commission and has Tube” as well. full authority to enforce state, federal, and local laws. Safe Ride _ Campus Safety 410-704-SAFE (7233) Towson University is a community of more than Safe ride is designed to allow the campus community 20,000 people, essentially a small town. As in any to safely move around campus during evening and other community, crime awareness is the beginning of night-time hours. As a part of this program, the campus crime prevention. You can take positive measures to “Shuttle Bus” Gold Route (excluding University Village) prevent yourself from becoming a crime victim, such will operate until 2:00 a.m., Monday through Friday. as reporting suspicious persons, locking doors, keeping From 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday your valuables in a safe place, not walking in areas that and 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, look unsafe or are not well lighted, utilizing the campus point-to-point transportation service will be available escort service, and being alert. by calling 410-704-SAFE. Point-to-point service is To report a crime or other campus emergency, call available in locations that are accessible with a vehicle. 410-704-2133 immediately. If it is determined that your pick-up/drop off location is not accessible by a vehicle, the Walking Escort Service is The Towson University Police department maintains available to assist in getting you to a serviceable location. a website for students, faculty and staff, prospective students, and anyone visiting the campus. Visit: www. Escort Service towson.edu/police. Some of the most notable areas of the site are: If you are too far from a shuttle stop to walk safely, the Walking Escort Service operated by the Police Depart- • CRIME ALERT—Whenever a serious threat to the ment is a call away. The Escort Service is an additional campus occurs, a new CRIME ALERT is posted to service provided by the Towson University Police alert the community. Department. The service is provided from dusk to dawn • CRIME LOG—A listing of all crimes and most inci- to and from areas not served by the shuttle bus. If you dent types in chronological order. Those call types are concerned about walking across campus at night omitted are considered of no value to the public. don’t walk alone, call 410-704-SAFE. A member of the

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Towson University Police Department will throughout the campus. In the event of an provide a walking escort from your location. emergency both systems could be activated. The external system will broadcast both emergency EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION alert tones and either recorded or live voice SYSTEM messages. The external system is not designed to penetrate the interior areas of buildings. Towson University now has a state-of-the-art The interior system is designed to notify you of emergency notification system for its community an emergency when you are inside of campus that is capable of sending messages instantly and buildings. Public address type speakers are or simultaneously to all registered text-message will be installed in campus buildings. Should capable mobile phones, Blackberrys, wireless you hear either the interior or exterior system PDAs, pagers, smart or satellite phones, and being activated, you should pay attention to email addresses. The service will also post the message being provided to you. It will these messages on the University’s Web site. direct you to take emergency action specific to Additionally, the messages will “pop up” on the emergency occurring at that time. Further the computer screen for anyone using Google, information will be provided by text messages, Yahoo or AOL as their home page. on the main Towson University web page and Students, faculty and staff are strongly encour- by email notifications. We strongly recommend aged to register—it only takes a minute. This you register for emergency text alerts. Media will be the surest way for you to receive noti- releases will be made at the first opportunity. fications critical to your safety and well being, as well as other campus information you may want to opt-in to receive. Please visit the University Police Department web page at www.towson.edu/adminfinance/ facilities/police. Have your cell phone with you. The opt-in list of groups now includes (1) public safety/crime alerts; (2) campus closings; and (3) severe/dangerous weather alerts. (NOTE: Depending on your wireless service agreement, a nominal charge may be incurred for receiving text messages.) Once you complete the validation part of registering your mobile phone, the next page will say, “You have successfully signed up”. You will see a “log in” button for your new account. To complete your registration, you must open your account and enter your email address, then click the ADD EMAIL button. You will instantly receive a verification email.You must open this email and click on the validation link. Then you’re all done! Towson University has both interior and exterior emergency warning systems. External speakers have been placed at various locations

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Htow o Check Your Tiger Account Email

To check your Tiger account _ email, visit the web site: _ webmail.towson.edu Forward your Towson account Mail to your personal email Address 1. Open WebMail 2. Click on Settings 3. In User Forwarding and POP/IMAP: Enable “Forwarding a copy of incoming mail to” Enter your personal email Address in the “Forward mail to” field.

Forward your personal email to your Towson account Please refer to your personal email account for information in forwarding your personal email to your Towson email account.

Htow o Check your On-Campus Mail Go to the campus Post Office, located in the University Union 117. 410-704-2260. They are open Monday –Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. All on-campus resident students are provided with a post office box when they arrive on campus. Towson Run, West Village, and Millen- nium Hall resident students have mailboxes in their buildings. If you move, please inform the University Post Office of your new address. Students commuting to campus may rent mailboxes.

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ACADEMIC STANDARDS _ You must pass at least 6 hours per term FOR ELIGIBILITY certified on a term-by-term basis. You must have successfully completed six In order to be eligible to represent Towson hours of degree applicable academic credit University in intercollegiate athletics, a student- the preceding regular academic term (e.g., fall athlete must adhere to all University, Conference term) in which you have been enrolled at any and NCAA regulations. collegiate institution.

Freshman Initial Eligibility You must choose a major concentration NCAA Division I institutions have adopted that leads to a specific baccalaureate specific academic requirements that must be degree by the beginning of your third year met before a student is qualified to practice or of enrollment. compete in intercollegiate athletics and for the This includes transfer students who have not receipt of athletically related financial aid as a yet completed an academic year in residence or freshman. used one season of eligibility in a sport at their The NCAA Eligibility Center certifies all athletic current institution. eligibility for first-year students for colleges at the Division I and II level. Anyone intending You must have at least a 1.8 cumulative GPA to participate in a varsity sport at Towson at the start of each regular term beginning University must be registered with and certified with your 2nd year of collegiate enrollment. as a qualifier by the NCAA Eligibility Center. Some programs may require a GPA higher than Please contact the Assistant Director of Athletics a 2.0 for graduation purposes. If a higher GPA for Compliance Services if you have questions is required, the SA needs to have 90% of the with regard to freshman eligibility. required GPA by the beginning of his or her second year. Continuing eligibility for those student-_ You must have at least a 1.9 cumulative GPA athletes first entering a collegiate_ at the start of each regular term beginning institution as a full-time student on with your third year of collegiate enrollment. or after August 1, 2003: Some programs may require a higher GPA for Yu o must pass 24 hours before the start graduation purposes so keep in mind you need of your second year. 95% of that. Six hours of developmental courses may count You must have at least a 2.00 cumulative towards the 24 hours, but only during your first GPA at the start of each regular term begin- two terms. These credits however, do not count ning with your fourth year of collegiate toward the credit hours needed for graduation. enrollment. Some programs may require a higher GPA for You must pass 18 hours during the fall graduation purposes so keep in mind you need and spring terms. 100% of that. You must have successfully completed 18 hours of degree applicable academic credit since the Before your third year of collegiate enroll- beginning of the previous fall term or since ment, you must have successfully completed the beginning of the certifying institution’s at least 40 % of the course requirements preceding regular two terms (hours earned in your specific degree program. during the summer may not be used to fulfill For example, most degree programs require this requirement). 120 credit hours, which include Gen. Eds.,

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major courses, and electives. Forty percent of 120 is completed 72 credit hours towards your degree before 48; therefore, you must have completed 48 credit hours the start of your 7th term. that count towards your degree progress before the start of your 5th term. Before your fifth year of collegiate enrollment,_ you must have completed successfully at least_ Before your fourth year of collegiate enrollment, 80 percent of the course requirements in your you must have completed successfully at least specific degree program. 60% of the course requirements in your specific For example, most degree programs require 120 credit degree program. hours, which include Gen. Eds., major courses, and For example, most degree programs require 120 credit electives. 80% of 120 is 96, therefore, you must have hours, which include Gen. Eds., major courses, and completed 96 credit hours towards your degree before electives. 60% of 120 is 72; therefore, you must have the start of your 9th term.

Please refer to the charts on the next two pages to assist with the information on the following pages.

Academic Class (First full-time Academic Year Certification enrollment for students who enroll on or after August 1, 2003)

Freshmen • Registered for at least 12 credits. • Initial eligibility certified by NCAA Eligibility Center.

Sophomore (3rd term) • Registered for at least 12 credits. • Must have earned at least 24 credits previous year. • Must have earned 6 credits in previous term. • Cum. GPA requirement of 1.800 or 90% of overall GPA required for major.

th Junior (5 term) • Registered for at least 12 credits in declared degree program. • Must have earned at least 18 credits during the previous academic year. • Must have earned 6 credits in previous term. • Must have declared a major with an identified concentration (if applicable). • Cum. GPA requirement of 1.900 or 95% of overall GPA required for major. • 40% of degree must be completed.

Senior (7th term) • Registered for at least 12 credits in declared degree program. • Must have earned at least 18 credits during the previous academic year. • Must have earned 6 credits in previous term. • Must have declared a major with an identified concentration (if applicable). • Cum. GPA requirement of 2.000 or 100% of overall GPA required for major. • 60% of degree must be completed.

Registered for at least 12 credits in declared degree program. Fifth Year (9th term) • • Must have earned at least 18 credits during the previous academic year. • Must have earned 6 credits in previous term. • Must have declared a major with an identified concentration (if applicable). • Cum. GPA requirement of 2.000 or 100% of overall GPA required for major. • 80% of degree must be completed.

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Academic Class Mid-Year Certification (prior to the start of the second, fourth, sixth, _ eighth and tenth terms)

Freshmen (2nd term) • Must earn at least six credits in fall. Sophomore (4th term) • Must earn at least six credits. Cum. GPA requirement of 1.800 or 90% of overall GPA required for major. • Junior (6th term) • Must earn at least six credits in fall towards declared degree program. • Cum. GPA requirement of 1.900 or 95% of overall GPA required for major. Senior (8th term) • Must earn at least six credits in fall towards declared degree program. Cum.A GP requirement of 2.000 or 100% of overall GPA required for major. • Fifth Year (10th term) • Must earn at least six credits in fall towards declared degree program. • Cum.A GP requirement of 2.000 or 100% of overall GPA required for major.

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Transfer Eligibility Services will confirm the information with the certifying officer from that School. If you are a transfer student-athlete, you are immediately responsible for any applicable percentage of degree P ossible Consequences of Dropping requirements, declaration of major/concentration, and full-time registration status in addition to the other basic Below Twelve Credit Hours transfer requirements. Progress toward graduation: Making timely progress toward graduation may be jeopardized by dropping If you have any questions or concerns regarding your below 12 credit hours. academic eligibility please contact your Financial Aid: 12 credit hours per term are required to Athletics Academic Advisor or the Assistant Director receive full federal and state funding. of Athletics for Compliance Services at 410-704-3573. Dean’s List: Students must complete 12 graded hours G ood Academic Standing with a 3.5 GPA to be considered. To be academically eligible to compete in athletics, Residence Halls: Students must be registered for 12 student-athletes must be in good academic standing credit hours to live in the residence halls. in their respective school. To maintain good academic standing, students must possess a minimum cumulative International Students: Students with F-1 and J-1 visas Quality Point Average based on the number of earned are required to maintain 12 credit hours. hours (EHRS) or the number of quality hours (QHRS) Taxes: To qualify as dependents on their parents’ tax attained, whichever is higher, as indicated by school’s forms if they are over the age of 21, students must be Undergraduate Catalog. registered in 12 credit hours. It is important to note that student athletes on “warning” Health Insurance: Students covered under their parents’ or “probation” are considered eligible for athletic health insurance policies may be required to maintain competition as long as all other NCAA academic registration in 12 credit hours. requirements are met. If a student-athlete is “suspended” from Towson University, he/she is not eligible for Sf easons o Eligibility competition until the student-athlete is fully enrolled in a degree-seeking program of study and meets all NCAA Student-athletes who are qualifiers are allowed four eligibility requirements. A student-athlete seeking seasons of eligibility within five calendar years from additional information on the academic standards of the time they first enroll full-time in a collegiate insti- Towson University may refer to the individual depart- tution. When they participate in ANY competition ment within the Undergraduate Catalog. in their sport (including a scrimmage with outside competition) whether it is for one minute or an entire Full-Time Enrollment contest, they have used a season of competition and one of their four years of eligibility. The only exception All student-athletes must be enrolled at all times in a is during a student-athlete’s initial year of enrollment minimum of 12 hours towards their degree program at the certifying institution when they participate in in order to practice or compete. Exceptions to this rule preseason exhibition contests or informal practice include: the student-athlete is a senior who needs less scrimmages. This exception is only available in the than 12 credits to graduate at the end of the term, a sports of basketball and soccer and ONLY with the graduate student enrolled full-time in a degree seeking approval of the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. program, or a student-athlete with a documented Also, in Volleyball, Soccer, and Field Hockey, a student- learning disability and granted a waiver from the athlete who is eligible during the NCAA Championship NCAA. A student-athlete in less than 12 credit hours segment may engage in outside competition during the to graduate must receive written verification from their non-Championship segment without using a season of School’s advisement office. The Office of Compliance competition.

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Medical Hardship Waiver publicity, reputation, fame, or personal following that he/she has obtained because of athletic ability. If a student-athlete suffers a season-ending injury or illness after competing in a limited amount of compe- 2. The student-athlete is compensated only for work tition during a particular academic year, he/she may actually performed. qualify for a medical hardship waiver which would 3. The student-athlete is compensated at a rate commen- allow him/her an additional season of competition surate with the going rate in that locality for similar during the five-year period of eligibility. To qualify for services. a medical hardship: Student-athletes who either are or will be working • The student-athlete’s injury or illness must occur in MUST complete a Student-Athlete Employment State- one of the four seasons of intercollegiate competition ment with the Athletics Compliance Office. at any two-year or four-year collegiate institution or occur subsequent to the first day of classes in the Summer Employment student-athlete’s senior year in high school; Summer employment must also be monitored. Compli- • The injury or illness must occur prior to the completion ance meetings are held with each team at the end of of the first half of the playing season that concludes academic year and before students leave for the summer. with the NCAA championship in that sport (measured At this time, student-athletes are asked to complete a by the number of scheduled contests or dates of form indicating their summer employment plans. If competition) and result in incapacity to compete for plans change during the summer, it is important for the remainder of that playing season; and the student-athlete to notify the Compliance Office • The injury or illness must occur when the student- at 410-704-3573. In addition, during the fall team athlete has not participated in more than three contests meetings student-athletes are asked to complete a form or dates of competition (whichever is applicable to that indicating their summer employment. sport) or 30 percent (whichever number is greater) of The following rules must be followed with regard to the institution’s scheduled or completed contests or summer employment (this includes camps/clinics): dates of competition in his/her sport. • You may not receive pay for work you do not Student-athletes should note that medical hardship actually perform. waivers are not automatic; therefore, the student- athlete should consult with his/her Head Coach along • Wages received must not exceed what is typical or with the Associate Director of Athletics for Sports that which a regular employee would receive. Performance and Assistant Director of Athletics for • You may not receive compensation based on Compliance Services. athletic ability. STUDENT-ATHLETE EMPLOYMENT Fee-For- Lesson Instruction NCAA regulations require that the employment earn- A student-athlete may receive compensation for teaching ings of current student-athletes be monitored. At the or coaching sport skills or techniques in his/her sport beginning of the academic year, each student-athlete on a fee-for-lesson basis, provided: will be required to inform the Athletics Compliance 1. Institutional facilities are not used. Office whether he/she is employed or is planning to 2. Playing lessons shall not be permitted. be employed during the academic year. Employment earnings are exempt provided the following provisions 3. Towson obtains and keeps on file documentation are met: of the recipient of the lesson(s) and the fee for the lesson(s) provided any time of the year. 1. 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

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4. The compensation is paid by the lesson recipient (or Student-athletes may not receive payment for compli- the recipient’s family) and not another individual mentary admissions nor exchange them for any item or entity of value. Violation of this NCAA requirement will Student-athletes who will be conducting fee-for-lesson jeopardize the student-athlete’s eligibility to compete. instruction MUST complete a Fee-for-Lesson Employ- In the event of a postseason competition, the Depart- ment Statement prior to starting the instruction. The ment of Athletics reserves the right to determine form is available in the Athletics Compliance Office complimentary ticket distribution within guidelines and on the compliance website. established by the Conference and the NCAA. NCAA Special Assistance Fund STUDENT-ATHLETE BENEFITS The Special Assistance Fund assists student-athletes Complimentary Admissions—According to NCAA who are Pell eligible, international, or are receiving an regulations, all eligible student-athletes whose events athletics award and have unmet financial need. The require paid admission (i.e., basketball, football and six types of expenses for which student-athletes may gymnastics) are allowed a MAXIMUM of four (4) receive funding include: complimentary admissions (six for NCAA Champion- 1. Cost of clothing and other essential expenses ship games) per event in their respective sports. (not entertainment) up to $500. Allocation of Complimentary Admissions —Student- 2. Purchase of expendable academic course supplies (i.e., athletes may designate any four individuals on their notebooks, pens) and cost of rental of nonexpendable ticket request list; however, they are advised to know supplies (e.g. computer equipment and cameras) that the person directly. Complimentary away admissions are required of all students enrolled in a class. are given to eligible members on the official travel roster 3. Hearing aids or vision therapy (e.g., contact for each event based on the number of complimentary lenses, eyeglasses). tickets provided by the host (most likely less than four tickets). 4. Off-campus psychological counseling. 5. Medical and dental costs not covered by another Procedure for Obtaining Complimentary Admissions— insurance program (e.g. premiums for optional To request complimentary admissions, student athletes medical insurance, hearing aid, vision therapy and in sports which require paid admission to events must off-campus psychological counseling). log into www.TicketTaker.net/towson and indicate the individuals who are to receive complimentary 6. Costs associated with student-athlete or family admissions. Do not use nicknames since the name and emergencies. spelling on the pass list must match the name on the Student athletes are not guaranteed to receive this recipient’s photo I.D. funding. These are permissible uses of the fund; Information for Your Guests—Those persons receiving however the distribution for each allowable item the complimentary admissions are admitted via a pass is dependent upon a variety of factors that vary list (photo identification and signature required) and annually. The Assistant Director of Athletics for actual tickets are not provided. They will be asked to Compliance Services is responsible for the coordi- sign next to their name on the Team Complimentary nation of this program with the Conference Office. Admission Request form. The designated gate will open The Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance one hour prior to the game and remain open until the Services will notify coaches of those student-athletes beginning of the second half. Please remind your guests eligible for the fund and the amount that they are that they are guests of the University and should conduct eligible to receive. Detailed instructions will be themselves in an appropriate manner. provided on how to complete necessary paperwork. Failure to accurately complete all instructions in a timely manner may result in loss of the ability to utilize this fund.

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Student-Athlete Opportunity Fund (SAOF) Book Loan Program This fund is intended to provide direct benefits to As part of your athletic scholarship, Towson University student-athletes or their families as determined by may furnish you the textbooks specifically required the Conference Office consistent with the following for your academic courses. Only textbooks required principles: for the courses in which you are presently enrolled are • All student-athletes, including international, are furnished. NCAA regulations do not allow the Univer- eligible to receive SAOF benefits, regardless of sity to purchase any school supplies such as notebooks, art supplies, writing materials, optional/recommended whether they are grant-in-aid recipients, have demon- books, etc. strated need or have either exhausted eligibility or no At the conclusion of each semester student longer participate due to medical reasons. athletes MUST return all books to the compliance office. A failure to return all books will result in the student • Benefits are intended to pay costs that arise in athlete being charged the full cost of the books, plus conjunction with participation in intercollegiate a service charge. athletics, enrollment in an academic curriculum or that recognize academic achievements. Ue s of Department Of Athletics Phones, Some examples of permissible uses of the fund: Copy or Fax Machines • Summer School Grants NCAA regulations prohibit student-athletes from • Degree Completion Grants utilizing Department of Athletics telephones, telephone • Expendable supplies cards, and copy or fax machines for any use. However, • Educational supplies, and numerous other uses student-athletes may use copy machines, fax machines, and the Internet, including related long-distance Student-athletes should contact their Head Coach or charges, provided the use is for the purpose related Associate Director of Athletics for Student Sucess if to the completion of required academic course work. they believe they may qualify. Violations of this NCAA regulation may jeopardize the student-athlete’s eligibility and staff member’s employment at Towson University. If you have any questions please ask an Athletics Academic Support Services staff member or the Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance Services AMATE Ur_STATUS AND ELIGIBILITY The following are NCAA guidelines for maintaining athletic amateur eligibility. An individual loses amateur status and becomes ineligible for intercollegiate competition if he/she: 1. Uses his/her athletic skill directly or indirectly for pay or the promise of pay in any form in that sport; 2. Agrees (orally or in writing) to compete in professional athletics in that sport; 3. Receives, directly or indirectly, a salary, reimbursement of expenses or any other form of financial assistance from a professional sports organization based upon athletic skill or participation;

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4. Knowingly competes on any professional GAMBLING AND BRIBERY athletic team even if no pay or remuneration for expenses was received. It is a violation of NCAA regulations to be involved in gambling activities concerning NCAA Rules Pertaining To collegiate or professional athletic contests in any manner. This prohibition includes participation Sports AGents in betting pools (e.g., NCAA Basketball Cham- As a student-athlete you: pionships, Super Bowl, etc.) and fantasy leagues. • MAY NOT agree either orally or in writing, Student-athletes must not become involved in to be represented by an agent or organization the following activities: in the marketing of your athletic abilities • Providing information to any individuals or reputation until after the completion of (including students and non-students) your last intercollegiate contest, including involved in organized gambling activities postseason games. concerning intercollegiate athletics competi- • MAY NOT negotiate, or have someone tion. Such information might include the negotiate on your behalf, or sign a playing mental attitude of a team or certain members contract in any sport in which you intend to of a team, the physical condition of certain compete (professionally), or to market the individuals on a team, etc. name or image of you. • Asking if someone wants to wager on any • MAY NOT ask to be placed on a profes- intercollegiate or professional team with sional league’s draft list, whether or not you anyone. withdraw your name before the draft, whether • Accepting a wager by anyone of any team or not you are actually drafted and whether representing Towson University or any other or not you sign a professional contract. The intercollegiate or professional team. NCAA allows for a special exception for • Participating in any gambling activity that basketball (see below). involves intercollegiate or professional • MAY NOT accept expenses or gifts of any athletics through a bookmaker, a parlay card kind (including meals and transportation) or any other method employed by organized from an agent (or anyone else) who wishes gambling. This includes placing wagers at to provide services to you. Such payment is legal gaming establishments. not allowed since it would be compensation • Intentionally altering the results of an athletic based on athletic skills and a preferential contest in which the student-athlete is partici- benefit not available to other students. pating in exchange for money or gifts. ncaa Rules Pertaining to the What is a wager? Professional Basketball Draft: A wager is any agreement in which an individual If an enrolled student-athlete, in the sport or entity agrees to give up an item of value in of basketball, wishes to participate in any exchange for the possibility of gaining another professional basketball drafts, they must speak item of value. with the Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance Services prior to submitting their Engagement in any of these activities is a viola- name to the draft. tion of both NCAA and state regulations and will result in automatic and indefinite suspension from participation in any intercollegiate athletic activity. Any knowledge of student-athletes’ involvement in any of the above activities

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should be reported immediately to the Director one day off per week from all athletic activities. of Athletics. However, if a team is traveling, the day off may In addition to awareness of the threat gambling be the day of travel as long as there is no physical and bribery pose to the integrity of intercol- activity or athletic meeting held. [During vaca- legiate sports, student-athletes are responsible tion periods and outside of the regular academic for the following: terms (e.g. preseason) the time limitations and day off requirements do not apply.] 1. Reporting any offers of gifts, money or favors in exchange for supplying team information Once a team is in its “out-of-season”, there may or for attempting to alter the outcome of be conditioning and strength activities up to 8 any contest; hours per week. However, countable athletically related activities are prohibited two days per 2. Maintaining a clear understanding of what week. In addition, two of the eight hours may constitutes as gambling and bribery activities be spent on individualized skill instruction with and reporting any suspected infractions; no limit on the number of student-athletes and 3. Contacting the coach or other Department of coaches involved from September 15th – April Athletics personnel (e.g., Assistant Director 15th. Prior to September 15th and after April of Athletics for Compliance Services, Sports 15th there is a limit of up to four student-athletes Communications staff) when questions and any number of coaches who may participate concerning the inappropriate release of team in 2 hours of skill instruction. information occurs; and On the day of competition, there may be no 4. Increasing one’s awareness that participation practice activities (other than warm-down in gambling or bribery activities will result in activities) conducted following the competition. disciplinary actions by the NCAA as well as The only exception is between contests, rounds local, state, and/or federal prosecution of the or events during a multi-day or multi-event involved individual(s). competition. NCAAA P RTICIPATION As a general rule once a student-athlete becomes a member of a collegiate team, he/she may not REGULATIONS compete on any outside team. However, student- athletes may compete on an outside amateur The NCAA has carefully defined the playing team outside of their sports declared season season regulation by which all student-athletes and during official University vacation periods and teams must abide. This includes practice, (e.g., summer). Student-athletes are required to competition, conditioning, strength training, provide both their head coach and the Assistant and practice and playing oriented meetings. The Director of Athletics for Compliance Services purpose is to have all teams compete by the same information on any team and/or individual guidelines while helping student-athletes balance competition that they may wish to participate both athletic and academic commitments. in at any time of the year. Teams are allowed a maximum number of Student-athletes in the sport of basketball consecutive days of required practice per year may only participate on an NCAA sanctioned which is considered “in-season.” This varies by summer league during June, July and August. sport. The start and end dates are determined by No more than 2 student-athletes can be on the the NCAA and Towson University on an annual same team and approval must be given by the basis. During this time, teams may participate Director of Athletics. Student-athletes in the in athletically related activities, which do not sports of soccer, and volleyball may compete exceed 4 hours per day and 20 hours per week. on an outside amateur team only after May 1 [Competitions are automatically considered as long as: to be 3 hours/day.] In addition, there must be

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1. The number of student-athletes from Towson Out-of-Season (during the academic year) University does not exceed 5 in soccer or 2 • 4 hours per day in volleyball; • 8 hours per week 2. The Director of Athletics has approved the • 5 days per week competition (in consultation with the head coach); and The daily and weekly hour limitations DO 3. There is no missed class time for practice or NOT apply to the following time periods: competition. • During pre-season practice prior to the first day of classes or the first scheduled contest, COUNTABLE ATHLETICALLY whichever is earlier. RELATED ACTIVITIES • During an institution’s term-time official vaca- What are the daily and weekly time limitations tion period (e.g., Thanksgiving, spring break), on countable athletically related activities? as listed in the institution’s official calendar, and during the academic year between terms. Student-athletes may not participate in countable athletically related activities for more than: During the academic year when school is in session and during the playing season, student- In Season athletes shall have one day per week in which • 4 hours per day there are no countable athletically related • 20 hours per week (including multi-sport) activities. A “week” is defined as any seven • 6 days per week consecutive days, determined at the institution’s discretion. One "day" is a calendar day which begins at 12 a.m. and ends at 11:59 p.m.

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Below are partial lists of common activities that count and do not count against your daily and weekly time limits:

Countable Athletically Related Activities Non-Countable Athletically Related Activities Practices (not more than 4 hours/day). Compliance meetings. Athletics meetings with a coach initiated or required by _ Meetings with a coach initiated by the student-athlete. a coach (e.g., end of season individual meetings). Competition (and associated activities, regardless of their Drug/alcohol educational meetings or Total Tiger/Life Skills length, count as 3 hours). Note: No countable athletically meetings. related activities may occur after the competition. Field, floor or on-court activity. Study hall, tutoring or academic meetings. Setting up offensive and defensive alignment. Student-Athlete Advisory Council or Captain’s Council meetings.

On-court or on-field activities called by any member Voluntary weight training not conducted by a coach _ of the team and confined primarily to members _ or staff member. of that team. Required weight-training and conditioning activities. Voluntary sport-related activities (e.g., initiated by student- athlete, no attendance taken, no coach present). Required participation in camps/clinics. Traveling to/from the site of competition (as long as no countable activities occur). Visiting the competition site in the sports of cross-_ Training room activities (e.g., treatment, taping), rehabilitation_ country, golf and skiing. activities and medical examinations. Participation outside the regular season in individual _ Recruiting activities (e.g., student host). skill-related instructional activities with a member of the coaching staff. Discussion or review of game films. Training table meals. Participation in a physical activity class for student-athletes _ Attending banquets (e.g., awards or post-season banquets). only and taught by a member of the athletics staff_ (e.g., coach). Fund-raising activities or public relations or promotional activities and community service projects.

There may be additional rules that are applicable only to certain sports.

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PA RTICIPATION IN COUNTABLE ATHLETICALLY RELATED ACTIVITIES OUT-OF-THE-SEASON What is the difference between in-season and out-of-season?

In-season (20 Hours) Out-of-season (8 Hours) • Time between the team’s first officially recognized • The term “out-of-season” refers to the remaining practice session and the last practice session or days during the academic year not included in the competition, whichever occurs later. in-season period. • During the in-season period (e.g., championship and • A student-athlete may participate in a maximum of non-championship segments), a student-athlete may eight hours per week of countable athletically related participate in a maximum of 20 hours per week of activities. countable athletically related activities regardless of • Two days off are required. how many sports the student-athlete participates in. • All athletically related activities outside the playing season are prohibited one week prior to the beginning of the final exam period through the conclusion of each student-athlete’s exams.

Permissible and impermissible activities are shown below: Permissible Countable Athletically Related Non-Permissible Activities During the _ Activities During The Out-Of-Season Period Out-Of-Season Period Required weight training and conditioning Conditioning drills may not simulate offensive or activities supervised by a Department of Athletics defensive alignments. staff member. Participation in up to 2 hours per week of skill- No equipment related to the sport may be used. In related instruction with no limit on the number of the sport of ice hockey, a student-athlete may be student-athletes and coaches involved from Sept. involved in on-ice conditioning activities, provided no 15th – April 15th. Prior to Sept. 15th and after April equipment other than skates is used. 15th there is a limit of up to 4 student-athletes and any number of coaches. Participation in a physical fitness class conducted Any other countable athletically related activity _ by a member of the Department of Athletics staff. that may have been permissible during the _ in-season period. Any voluntary athletically related activity in _ Required participation in any countable athletically which the student-athlete chooses to participate related activities during any institutional vacation (does not count in the 8 hours) (e.g., initiated period (e.g., Christmas break, summer) that occur by student-athlete, no attendance taken, and no outside the declared playing and practice season _ coach present). (i.e., in-season).

NOTE: Student-athletes may be involved in any non-countable athletically related activity during the offseason period (e.g., workouts using the safety exception, voluntary workouts, other non-countable activities permitted during the in-season period). FOOTBALL: It is not permissible for football student-athletes to participate in individual skill instruction

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V oluntary Activities and the _ What is the safety exception? Safety Exception The sports of gymnastics, swimming and diving, and track and field have a “safety exception” which allows What is a “voluntary” activity? the coach to be present during voluntary individual workouts in Towson University’s regular practice To be considered a “voluntary” activity, all of the facilities without the activity being countable athletic following conditions must be met: activities. The coach is present to provide safety instruc- • The student-athlete must not be required to report tion and/or skill instruction but not to conduct the back to a coach or other athletics department staff workout. In track and field, the safety exception applies member (e.g., strength coach, trainer, manager) any only to field events, hurdles, and the jumping element information related to the activity. In addition, non- of the steeplechase. coaching athletics department staff members who observe the activity (e.g., strength coach, trainer, O ut-of-Season Competition manager) may not report back to the student- athlete’s coach any information related to the activity. NCAA Rules place restrictions on the number of [NOTE: Coaches may not observe voluntary activi- student-athletes participating on the same outside ties. However, coaching staff members may be amateur team for certain sports. The limitations are: present during the permissible skill-related instruction requested by the student-athlete pursuant to NCAA Sport Max # of Participants Bylaw 17.1.5.2.]; Baseball 4

• The activity must be initiated and requested solely by Men’s Basketball 2 the student-athlete. • Department of Athletics staff members may not Women’s Basketball 2 require the student-athlete to participate in the activity Field Hockey 5 at any time; • The student-athlete’s attendance and participation Men’s Lacrosse 5 in the activity (or lack thereof) may not be recorded Women’s Lacrosse 5 for the purpose of reporting such information to the coaching staff members or other student-athletes; and Men’s Soccer 5

• The student-athlete may not be subjected to penalty if Women’s Soccer 5 he/she elects not to participate in the activity. In addition, neither Towson University nor any Department Softball 4 of Athletics staff member may provide recognition or incentives (e.g., awards) to a student-athlete based Volleyball 2 on his/her attendance or performance in the activity. REMEMBER that you may compete on an outside amateur team outside of your sports declared season and during official University vacation periods (e.g., summer); however, you are required to provide your head coach and the Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance Services information on the team and/or individual competition that you wish to participate in PRIOR to participating.

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CAA Nonqualifier Rule immediately eligible if all of the conditions (Applieso t all CAA Sports, _ listed below are met: including Football) a. You participate in a sport other than basketball, football or baseball; Since the median of each institution’s freshman class academic profile far exceeds the NCAA b. It is your first transfer from one four-year minimum standards for freshman eligibility, if a college to another; recruited nonqualifier enrolls at a member insti- c. You are in good academic standing and tution directly from high school, the individual would be academically eligible if you will not be eligible to represent the institution returned to your initial institution; and in a CAA sport. The institution, through its d. Towson certifies in writing that there is chief executive officer, may appeal in instances no objection to granting an exception to of special circumstances for relief from this the one-year residency requirement. If legislation. [Adopted: May 1994] you have received athletics aid at Towson TRANSFER POLICY University, you must present a 2.6 GPA or higher in order for Towson to grant an The decision to transfer from Towson University exception to the residency requirement to another institution is a matter that requires upon transfer. very careful thought. Below is a summary of NCAA rules which will help you better under- 5. If you are not granted permission to discuss stand the consequences of such a decision. transfer possibilities with the new school, or receive the one-time transfer exception to 1. Before you may begin to discuss possibilities the residency requirement, you may request with a new school, your potential future a hearing with an institutional committee school must first receive written permission outside the Department of Athletics. A letter from the Towson University Department of will be provided to you from the Assistant Athletics. First, inform your coach of your Director of Athletics for Compliance Services interest in going elsewhere. It is important for with information on how to request an appeal you to understand that if you or your parents with Towson’s Faculty Athletics Representa- make contact with the new school, they are tive who oversees this committee. The same obligated to let Towson’s Department of process will apply if Towson University denies Athletics know. The new school must receive you the opportunity to utilize the one time written permission from our department in transfer exception. order to have further discussions with you. 6. If you signed a National Letter-of-Intent, you 2. Requesting a release implies you are volun- must attend Towson University for one full tarily withdrawing from your respective academic year. Transferring mid-year has a team and you may be required to forfeit any two-year penalty requiring residence at the athletic scholarship dollars you are receiving. transfer university. 3. NCAA regulations require that you “sit out” 7. In order to be eligible to receive athletics aid at the new institution for one academic year at a new institution, you must be academically prior to participating in athletics unless you eligible for competition at Towson University meet the requirements of a specific transfer and present a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher. exception. In all transfer cases, it is vital that you become 4. A student-athlete may receive an exception familiar with the ramifications of your activities to-the-one-year residency requirement under before you take action. Consult the Assistant certain circumstances. Therefore, you may be Director of Athletics for Compliance Services for more information.

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CAA Intraconference Exceptions: The CAA Intraconference Transfer Transfer Rule Rule does not apply in these situations: (Applieso t all CAA Sports, _ 1. The rule does not apply to a student-athlete except Football and Gymnastics) that has never received athletically-related financial aid at the first CAA institution. Pre-Matriculation: The CAA Intraconference 2. The rule does not apply when the first CAA Transfer Rule applies to an incoming student- institution drops the sport in which the athlete that has signed a valid National Letter student-athlete has participated. of Intent (NLI) with a CAA institution. A prospective student-athlete who signs a valid [Adopted: March 6, 1989; Revised: July, 1999, NLI with a CAA institution but subsequently June 3, 2004, June 8, 2005, re-written June enrolls at a different CAA institution must fulfill 6, 2012] two academic years of residence prior to being certified eligible to compete. CAA a Footb ll _ Post-Matriculation: The CAA Intraconference Intraconference _ Transfer Rule applies to a student-athlete in a Transfer Rule conference sport that has ever been the recipient (Applieso t Sport of Football Only) of athletically-related financial aid at a CAA institution. If the student-athlete decides to Any football student-athlete who transfers from transfer within the conference he/she must one Conference institution to another is not fulfill two academic years of residence prior to eligible for athletic financial aid during the year being certified eligible to compete at the second of residency. An appeal of this rule to the Board CAA institution. of Directors for extenuating circumstances may be requested by the Director of Athletics of the institution to which the student-athlete intends to transfer. [Adopted: June 3, 2007]

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NCAA DISCIPLINARY ACTION There are two types of visits a prospect can take to a campus—unofficial or official. An unofficial visit to An enrolled student-athlete found in violation of NCAA Towson’s campus is made at the prospect’s expense. rules or unethical conduct will be ineligible for further The provision of any expenses beyond complimentary intercollegiate competition, subject to an appeal to the admissions to campus athletic event will require the NCAA Student-Athlete Reinstatement Committee for visit to become designated as an official visit. restoration of eligibility. Unethical conduct may include, but is not limited to, the following: An official visit by a prospect to a campus is a visit that is financed (in any part) by Towson. The official visit may 1. Refusal to furnish information relevant to an investigation of possible NCAA rules violations. be taken after the opening day of the prospect’s senior year in high school. A prospect may visit Towson for 2. Involvement in arranging fraudulent academic credit a maximum of 48 hours and be provided lodging and or false transcripts. meals like regular students. Entertainment for prospects 3. Involvement in receiving an improper recruiting and their parents (or legal guardians) or their spouse inducement or extra benefit. may be provided as long as it is not excessive in nature 4. Knowingly furnishing the NCAA or Towson Univer- and takes place within a 30 mile radius of campus. It sity false or misleading information concerning is not permissible to entertain other relatives or friends involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to of the prospect at anytime. It is not permissible for a possible violation of NCAA rules. Towson to provide cash directly to the prospect for entertainment purposes. Thus, the student host will be NCAA RULE VIOLATIONS provided with entertainment funds if the coach decides Potential NCAA rule violations must be immediately to provide such funds. reported to the Department of Athletics Compliance Student Hosts Office by calling 410-704-3573 or going directly to the Compliance Office (Towson Center, Room 212). Student Hosts are ambassadors of our Department of Athletics. Their actions should reflect positively on the RECRUITMENT program and the University. Hosts must be enrolled student-athletes, and if they are freshmen they must H osting Prospective Student-Athletes have been certified as qualifiers by the NCAA Eligibility Current student-athletes are an information resource Center. All hosts must read and sign the Department of about the campus and athletic program; therefore, they Athletics Student Host Form prior to the visit. After the have an important role in recruiting. To ensure fairness, visit, the Host Form is returned with all receipts and the NCAA carefully defines the conditions under which any unused money. prospective student-athletes may be recruited by Towson Following is additional important information University. It is essential that student-athletes serving as concerning official visits: hosts carefully adhere to the rules. The following is a 1. A host may be provided a maximum of $30 guide to selected basic NCAA rules for student-athletes for each day of a prospect’s official visit to asked to be a student host or to participate in the recruit- cover the actual costs of entertaining the ment of prospective student-athletes. prospect. The entertainment money may A “prospect” is a student in the ninth grade or above, not be used to provide alcohol, drugs, sexually including an individual who is currently enrolled in a related activities, or souvenirs (e.g., T-shirts, hats, junior college or who has officially withdrawn from etc.). Cash may not be provided to the prospect or a four-year school. An institution may not arrange or anyone visiting with the prospect. permit more than one expense-paid visit per prospect 2. A host may be provided with an additional $15 per regardless of the number of sports in which the prospect day for each additional prospect entertained. participates.

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3. Several student-athletes may host a prospect, Enrolled Student-Athletes _ but Towson University may provide only as Recruiters one current student-athlete with entertainment money. The additional student-athletes 1. Off-campus, in-person contacts between will have to pay their own expenses. enrolled students or student-athletes and a prospect are permissible as long as such 4. Use/participation in alcohol, drugs, gambling, contacts are incidental and do not occur at and sexually related activities and partici- the direction of a coaching staff member for pation in any unethical or illegal activity, recruiting purposes. that violates criminal law, NCAA Rules, or the Towson University Student Code of 2. Current student-athletes may write letters Conduct, is strictly prohibited. to prospects after September 1 of the pros- 5. A vehicle may not be provided to the host pect’s junior year at the student-athlete’s or the prospect for use during the official own discretion and expense. visit. 3. Current student-athletes cannot make tele- 6. Only one meal may be held for a prospect phone calls to prospects if the calls are made on an official visit at the home of the sport’s at the direction of a coaching staff member or head coach. financed by Towson University or its boosters. 7. Hosts should not permit conversations to Offers and Inducements occur, on or off campus, between a prospect and a booster of the athletics program. If An institution’s staff member, representative of an unplanned meeting occurs, exchanges its athletic interests, or student-athlete may not of greetings are permissible, but in a polite be involved, directly or indirectly, in making way any further contact should be avoided. arrangements for or giving or offering to give any financial aid or other benefits to the pros- 8. The prospect should not participate in any pect or the prospect’s relatives or friends, unless athletics activities related to the sport for expressly permitted by NCAA regulations. which the prospect is being recruited in the Specifically prohibited financial aid benefits presence of a coach. and arrangements include, but are not limited 9. Hosts and prospects may receive comple- to, the following: mentary admission (via pass list, not a hard ticket) when attending a campus athletic 1. An employment arrangement for a prospect’s event. relatives; 10. Prospects must be supervised at all times. 2. A gift of clothing, equipment, or tangible items, including merchandise; 11. Remember to treat prospects with the friend- liness which typifies our athletics program. 3. Co-signing of loans or providing loans to a prospect’s relatives or friends; 12. Remember to give each prospect a taste of the distinctive environment which makes 4. Cash or like items; Towson University unique. 5. Free or reduced-cost services, rentals or This is not a complete list of dos and don’ts purchases of any type; related to hosting prospects. Student-Hosts 6. Free or reduced-cost housing; are expected to use good judgment at all times. 7. Use of athletic equipment; and 8. Sponsorship of an awards banquet; and/or presentations of awards to prospect(s) for athletic accomplishments.

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FInancial Aid POLICY APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR Towson University is not in a position to provide the UNIVersity FINANCIAL AID maximum amount of athletics grants-in-aid for all spon- PROGRAMS sored sports. Thus, coaches are encouraged to maximize the use of all institutional fund sources for scholarships Apply for aid starting February 10th for the upcoming and grants. The Department of Athletics will provide as academic year by completing the Free Application much assistance as possible in the education of coaches, for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www. student-athletes, and parents so that advantage is taken fafsa.ed.gov. If you are a continuing student, you of all opportunities to receive institutional aid. At the may complete the renewal application. If you prefer present time, much of the student-athlete population is to complete a paper FAFSA, you can request one by funded with a combination of athletic, academic, and calling 1-800-4FED-AID. Make sure that we receive a institutional grants, and federal loans. copy of your application by listing Towson University, Title IV school code 002099, in Step 6 of your FAFSA. Every attempt is made to assist eligible students who You must reapply every year. demonstrate need and complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of The priority deadline of March 1 is the date by which March 1. However, limited funds make it impossible you must have a valid Expected Family Contribution for the university to meet the full need of all eligible (EFC) from the U.S. Department of Education. We students with grants. Thus, financial aid is awarded on offer aid first to all students whose applications meet a first come first serve basis. The “need” of a student is the March 1 deadline. Applications received after the difference between the “cost of education” and the the priority deadline are processed on a rolling basis. amount of family contribution. This “Expected Family Because we work with limited funds in the campus- Contribution” is determined by the U.S. Department of based federal and university programs, all of the Education on the FAFSA. Because a family’s financial campus-based funds will go to eligible students who status changes from year to year, all students who seek meet the priority deadline. assistance must reapply each year, preferably electroni- Students who receive financial aid must already be cally at www.fafsa.ed.gov before March 1. formally admitted to the university as degree candidates Receiving additional funds from any source not reported and must carry at least six credits per term. Recipients on the original application may result in an adjustment must make satisfactory progress toward a degree and or reduction in aid offered from the university. If a must meet the university standards for academic good student-athlete financial aid recipient receives aid in standing. If a student withdraws from Towson Univer- excess of his/her financial need, that student-athlete sity, their financial aid award may be prorated based may be required to repay financial aid funds already on the number of days the student attended during the disbursed. term before reaching the 60% point of the term. You may have eligibility for student financial aid if you: • have formal admission into a degree or certificate program; • make progress as defined in the University’s Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic policy; • have U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status; • have a valid social security number; • sign a statement of educational purpose and a certification statement regarding overpayment and default (both found on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid-FAFSA);

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• register for Selective Service, if required; Fifth Year Grant-In-Aid and/or It is the general policy of the Department of Athletics • have financial need (except for some loan programs). to not continue an athletics grant-in-aid after a student- You must have financial need for most programs. If athlete’s eligibility is exhausted. However, an athletics you do not have financial need, your aid package grant-in-aid award after a student-athlete’s eligibility will include only offers from the non-need based aid is exhausted may be considered on an individual basis. programs such as a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan The Head Coach and Sport Administrator may make or the Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate an exception bearing in mind NCAA regulations, Student Program (PLUS). funding sources and any other pertinent information. If a student-athlete is offered a fifth year grant-in-aid, Athletics Grant-In-Aid Philosophy he/she will be expected to contribute to the program in a manner agreed upon by the Head Coach, Sport In a continuing effort to attract top quality student- Administrator, and student-athlete. Failure to agree on athletes to Towson University, athletics grants-in-aid an appropriate contribution to the program will result are awarded upon the Head Coach’s recommendation in the student-athlete not receiving the aid. through the Financial Aid Office. The number of grants available is determined on a yearly basis. Each Head Summer School/Minimester Coach is responsible for deciding whom to offer athletics grants-in-aid to and for what amount. Renewals are It is the general policy of the Department of Athletics contingent upon continued participation in the sport, not to pay for student-athletes to take classes during the compliance with all applicable rules and regulations, summer or minimester session. However, an athletics and the recommendation of the Head Coach. grant-in-aid award for summer school or minimester may be considered on individual basis considering all Reduction/Cancellation of _ NCAA regulations and funding sources. Athletics Grants-In-Aid Failed Classes and Classes in _ Student-athletes on an athletics grant-in-aid have an Which an FX is Received additional responsibility to the Department of Athletics. An athletics grant-in-aid may be reduced or canceled The Department of Athletics reserves the right to deny during the period of the award (academic year) due to payment for classes in which a student athlete receives a substantiated negative personal conduct, academic/ failing grade. We also reserve the right to deny payment NCAA ineligibility, or voluntary withdrawal from for classes in which an FX is awarded. the team. When an athletics grant-in-aid is reduced or canceled, the student-athlete has the ability to appeal Medical Disqualification the decision in writing to the Financial Aid Office, if A medical disqualification occurs when a current he/she feels that the reasons are questionable or unfair. student-athlete becomes injured or ill to the point The student-athlete must do this within 21 days from that the player apparently never again will be able to the date they are notified of reduction or cancellation participate in intercollegiate athletics. The Towson of aid. The appeal is handled by the Financial Aid Sports Performance staff, in consultation with team Grievance Committee. physicians, will be responsible for determining if a student athlete’s injury or illness warrants a medical disqualification. If the sports medicine staff decides that a student is medically disqualified, the student-athlete is not able to participate in any varsity sports for the remainder of their five-year clock.

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Student-athletes who are receiving athletic aid, hours to be required each semester. Failure but are deemed medically disqualified, may to complete the work assignment will result continue to receive aid at the discretion of in a violation of the financial aid agreement the Director of Athletics. Athletic aid may be and cancellation of the athletically related aid. renewed up through the fourth year of colle- If a student athlete has not violated the giate enrollment; however, the student-athlete conditions of his/her financial aid agreement, will be a part of the same annual renewal but no longer wishes to be involved with a process as with all other student-athletes who specific program as a result of the coach, or receive athletic aid. One half of the scholar- athletic department staff member, limiting ship will be paid through the team scholarship or eliminating that student athlete’s ability budget and one half of the scholarship will to participate in a competitive manner, the be paid through the Student Assistance Fund. student athlete may serve the Department of Athletics in place of the team from which Non Participant Receiving athletics aid is being provided. The student Athletics Aid athlete is responsible to continue service for A Towson University’s Department of Athletics each semester that he/she receives aid. The will not provide athletics aid to any student student-athlete will meet with the Director athlete who is not actively involved with the of Athletics to determine the nature of the Department of Athletics. service and the number of hours required each semester. Failure to complete the work In the event that a student athlete will no longer assignment will result in a cancellation of the be participating in a competitive manner on athletically related aid. an athletic team in which athletic aid has been awarded, the student athlete will be required Furthermore, student athletes who are not to continue to serve that team in all pre- competitive participants remain subject to season, in-season, and post-season activities. all NCAA, CAA, and Towson University The student-athlete will meet with the head regulations and their athletics aid is subject coach and sport administrator to determine to the renewal procedure that is in place for the nature of the service and the number of all student athletes.

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TSOW ON UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS The Department of Athletics has 13 Foundation scholarships, which are awarded to select continuing student- athletes. These awards include:

Name Qualifications Rich Bartos Memorial Scholarship Continuing Men’s Soccer student-athlete with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA

John T. Beynon Scholarship Men’s Basketball student-athlete

Wayne Breeden Scholarship Rising Junior Baseball student-athlete, Business major with a minimum of a 2.4 GPA B. Melvin Cole Scholarship* Rising JR/SR student-athlete with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA

Joseph Ferrante Scholarship Rising Junior Lacrosse student-athlete recognized as the “Unsung Hero” of the Men’s Lacrosse Team Claudia Mayer Memorial Scholarship Returning Volleyball student-athlete

Joseph McMullen Memorial Rising JR/SR student-athlete (or support student), who demonstrates Scholarship* integrity, character, Towson University community spirit, and _ academic responsibility Dr. Donald I. Minnegan Scholarship Continuing student-athlete, talent based

Rachuba Enterprises Scholarship* Rising JR/SR student-athlete with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA

Carroll Stephen and _ Continuing student-athlete with financial need and with a minimum of George T. Rankin Scholarship a 2.5 GPA. Rotates among Baseball, Men’s Basketball, and Football Ray Riordan Scholarship Continuing Swimming or Diving student-athlete in good academic standing with outstanding character, determination, dedication and leadership in and out of the pool Carl Runk Scholarship Men’s Lacrosse student-athlete Zaleski Scholarship Rising Senior Women’s Basketball, Lacrosse, Volleyball or Swimming & Diving student-athlete with a minimum 3.3 GPA

Applications and information on the department wide OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS scholarships (*) are distributed to the head coach each spring. There is an April application deadline and a May NCAA rules carefully regulate the source of awarding deadline annually. The head coach awards funds from which a student-athlete may receive the sport specific scholarships. Questions regarding assistance during his/her career. Scholarships from Foundation Scholarships can be forwarded to the sources outside the University are permissible as long Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance Services. as they meet the NCAA guidelines. To ensure complete compliance with regulations, all outside scholarships should be made out to Towson University and applied to the student’s bill. If a scholarship is received directly by the student-athlete, it is his/her responsibility to notify the Assistant Director of Athletics for Compli- ance Services of the amount and parameters for receipt of the scholarship.

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6. Housing on-campus is currently at a premium. Thus, continuing student-athletes must apply for housing in the manner outlined for all continuing students. On-campus housing is only guaranteed to new freshmen who pay the $350 housing deposit by the designated deadline date.

Residence Halls There are twelve (12) residence halls in university housing, which offer a wide variety of housing opportunities from single rooms to two person suites to eight person apartments. The on-campus residence halls include Glen Residence Complex (Tower A,B,C,D), Newell Hall, Prettyman and Scarborough Halls, Residence Tower, and Towson Run Apartment Complex. Alternative Housing Millennium Hall and West Village (located The Housing Office is located in West Village adjacent to the Enrollment Services Building) Commons-Suite 309, 410-704-2516 (Fax – are on-campus housing options. Under a shared 410-704-4228). Housing services at Towson governance agreement, Capstone Management University provide on-campus housing for will be responsible for all leasing operations approximately 4,500 students. and facilities management. Towson University’s 1. Resident students must sign a yearly contract Department of Housing & Residence Life for university housing, renewable at the will be responsible for providing staffing and option of the university, and must carry a programming. Students interested in living in minimum of 12 credits. either of these options, should contact Capstone Management directly. 2. Residents must vacate after they complete their final term examination (except after fall term if living in Towson Run apartments PrS e- eason and Campus _ and returning for the spring term). Break Housing 3. Housing facilities are available to students only when classes are in session. Coaches and the Director of Team Support and Camp Services will make arrangements for pre- 4. Students are not permitted to remain in the season housing and meals when student-athletes residence halls more than 24 hours after are required to participate in pre-season practice. ceasing to attend classes, dropping below For student-athletes required to remain on the 12-credit minimum or their last exam. campus during a break period for practice and/ 5. All student-athletes (new and continuing) or competition, housing and meal arrangements must complete the required paperwork in a will be requested by the coaches and approved timely manner in order to receive on-campus by the Director of Team Support and Camp housing at Towson University. Services.

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The athletics facilities at Towson University 8. Burdick Hall Memorial Pool - Home of consist of: Swimming & Diving (M&W) 1. Minnegan Field at Johnny Unitas Stadium— 9. Oregon Ridge Recreational Center (Approx. Home of Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse 10 min. from Towson)—Home of Cross (M&W) and Track & Field Country 2. Towson Center Arena—Home of Basketball 10. Towson Golf and Country Club—Home (M&W), Gymnastics, and Volleyball of Golf (M&W) 3. Tiger Softball Complex—Home of Softball In some cases, a sport has a practice field, 4. Tiger Soccer Complex - Home of Soccer separate from the game field. In other cases, (M&W) practice and game sites are shared. In any case, each team is scheduled to use a specific facility. 5. Towson Center Varsity Weight Room— Practice should only take place when and Home of Strength and Conditioning where scheduled. Your head coach can clarify 6. John B. Schuerholz Park - Home of Baseball any questions about the facility schedule. No unsupervised practices, either inside or outside 7. Tiger Tennis Complex —Home of Tennis the athletics facilities are permitted.

NEW TIGER ARENA - FUTURE HOME OF MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL AND GYMNASTICS

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Information Sources 410-704-NEWS 410-704-2000 Any change in the academic calendar or schedule because of inclement weather or other emergency will first be sent via the University Emergency Text Message system and via email to students as well as faculty and staff. In addition, the closing or delayed opening will be announced on the following radio and television stations: in the Baltimore area, on WBAL Radio (1090 a.m./97.9 FM), WWMX (106.5 FM), WLIF (101.9 FM), WYPR (88.1 FM), WTMD (89.7 FM), WBAL-TV (11), WJZ-TV (13), and WMAR-TV (2); in the Washington, D.C., area, on WTOP (1500 a.m./107.7 FM), WMZQ (98.7 FM), and WRC-TV (4). In addition, the Associated Press (AP) wire service disseminates the information to other stations. There will also be a banner announcement on the Towson University homepage. Two Towson phone lines that carry calendar or schedule change messages are 410-704-2000 and 410-704-NEWS. When a storm occurs overnight, a decision to cancel or delay classes will be made by 6 a.m. When a snowstorm occurs during the workday, a decision to cancel or delay evening classes will be made by 1 p.m. Radio and television stations are contacted immediately. In the event school is closed, under certain circumstances, practices and competitions may be held. Contact your coach to confirm cancellation of either a practice or a game.

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EQUIPMENT ROOM POLICIES _ 3. If laundry services are provided, it is the responsi- AND PROCEDURES bility of the student-athlete to turn in his/her gear to be washed. L ocker Room a. Only Towson University issued clothing is washed (no personal laundry). Student-athletes are assigned lockers in their designated locker room. Secure your valuables in the space b. The Equipment Room is not responsible for lost, provided, and do not leave items on the benches or the stolen, or damaged clothing items. floor of the locker room. All uniforms and equipment c. Practice uniforms issued to student-athletes are issued are the property of the Department of Athletics. intended for practice use only. They are not to You will be charged for clothing/equipment not returned be worn at any other time. when requested. Do not give the combination to the 4. Game uniforms are picked up by the student-athletes locker room to anyone who is not associated with your in the Equipment Room at a pre-appointed time. team. Do not leave the door to the locker room propped The Equipment Manger and the Head Coach coor- open and vulnerable to theft. dinate the pick-up times. Where applicable, game uniforms are to be returned to be laundered to the Issuance of Equipment Equipment Room immediately following an athletic 1. Prior to the beginning of each team’s season, the contest or upon return from an away contest. Head Coach provides the Equipment Manager with an accurate roster of team members. In addition, the R eturn of Issued Equipment Director of Compliance Services provides a copy 1. At the conclusion of each season, the Head of the team’s most recent roster. Coach sets an appointed date and time with the 2. The Head Coach schedules a date and time with Equipment Manager for his/her team to return the Equipment Manager to issue equipment for the issued equipment. All team members must return team. All team members must be in attendance to their equipment at this time. Student-athletes sign be issued equipment. their Equipment Issue Form verifying return of a. Student-athletes must be academically eligible issued equipment. and physically cleared by the Sports Medicine 2. If a student-athlete leaves the team for any reason, Staff (eligible to participate) in order to receive he/she is responsible for the return of all his/her equipment. In addition, there may be no equipment. The student-athlete must appear in outstanding bills for equipment from the person to sign the Equipment Issue Form verifying previous seasons. Verification of this may be return of issued equipment. requested before issuance. 3. Student-athletes not returning issued equipment will b. Student-athletes sign an Equipment Issue be billed for the cost of replacement of the equip- Form verifying receipt of issued equipment. ment. There is a one-time $25.00 administrative fee c. Locker assignments are provided to student- added to the student-athlete’s bill for unreturned athletes at this time. equipment. This processing fee is non-refundable. a. Costs for replacing equipment are determined by the Equipment Manager. b. Student-athletes are accountable for all lost and stolen equipment. Continuing student-athletes will not be issued new equipment if there is an outstanding bill from the previous year.”

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Towson University Sports Performance is charged with Sports Performance produces optimal athletic perfor- producing optimal athletic performance of Towson mance of TU student-athletes through a systematic University (TU) student-athletes while maintaining their screening and training of each individual student-athlete. overall health, safety, and welfare. As an integral part of Grounded in the philosophy that optimal athletic perfor- the TU Department of Athletics, TUSP works under the mance is the result of the combined efforts of Sports guidelines of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Medicine, Speed, Strength & Conditioning, and a full the Colonial Athletic Association, Towson University, complement of health care and performance profes- and the Department of Athletics to produce champions. sionals, Sports Performance develops the total athlete Sports Performance is composed of Certified Speed, through a unique set of services: Strength, and Conditioning professionals, Certified • Physical Conditioning—Develops sport-specific Athletic Trainers, Team Physicians, and other perfor- strength, power, movement, speed, agility, flexibility, mance and allied health care professions who provide and conditioning. a rich array of intellectual and clinical techniques and Builds the mental skills hat philosophies of human performance; speed, strength, • Mental Conditioning— t help athletes and teams reach their goals and compete & conditioning; sports medicine; and athletic training. at their best on any given day. These techniques and philosophies are a conglomeration of the experiences and educations of its staff. TUSP • Nutrition—Optimizes personal nutrition to meet cultivates a championship atmosphere of eternal evolu- high level academic and sport demands. The goal tion of new techniques to maintain a contemporary of nutrition education and counseling is to produce practice to foster the physical and mental development optimal everyday nutrition, eating plans to meet of student-athletes. sport-specific demands, body composition, energy balance and body weight issues, dietary supplements, hydration and maintaining nutrition while traveling.

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• Recovery, Regeneration, and Rehabilitation—Rejuve- 3. Properly designed and scientifically sound programs nates the body through the use of myofascial release, are written for each student-athlete during specified active-isolated, static, and dynamic flexibility, and training periods throughout the year. These programs active recovery protocols while reducing the poten- are to be followed during each of these training tial of injury through corrective exercises allowing periods and exercise selection may only be altered by for optimal training and rehabilitating the injured the Speed, Strength, and Conditioning staff. student-athlete. 4. The Speed, Strength and Conditioning staff maintains an atmosphere conducive to the preparation Speed, Strength, and of champions. Student-athletes are expected to be Conditioning physically, mentally, and emotionally present and focused on the work required to achieve this goal Mission Statement at all times. Distractions from this goal will be dealt The Towson University Speed, Strength, & Condi- with immediately. tioning program is charged with the physical and 5. The Speed, Strength, and Conditioning staff establish mental conditioning of Tiger Student-Athletes through a training time for each team. All student-athletes periodized programs. are expected to train with the team unless otherwise agreed upon by the Speed, Strength, and Condi- The following rules and regulations are necessary for tioning staff. Student-athletes who fail to comply the optimal function of this service: with these rules and regulations will be asked to leave the weight room immediately. Speed, Strength, and Conditioning _ Rules and Regulations 6. All student-athletes must dress in appropriate training attire consisting of Towson University issued athletic 1. All student-athletes must be medically cleared by the apparel or clothing neutral in color; and closed-toed, Sports Medicine Staff before they can utilize the services clean and secure athletic shoes. All jewelry must be of the Speed, Strength, and Conditioning program. removed. Personal listening devices and cell phones are 2. Safe and correct technique is expected at all times absolutely prohibited at all times. Student-athletes are for all activities. Failure to comply with instructions expected to arrive on time for scheduled training sessions. provided by the Speed, Strength, and Conditioning Staff will result in the suspension of training privileges.

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Mission Statement 10. The athletic training room is a co-educational facility. As such, proper attire should be worn at all times Towson University Sports Medicine maintains the by both male and female student-athletes. health, safety, and optimal performance of the TU student-athlete through screening, corrective exercise, 11. No unauthorized use of Cellular Phone, IPOD, MP3 evaluation, referral, treatment, and rehabilitation of or multimedia devices is permitted. athletic injuries and inefficiencies in biomechanics and neuromuscular control. Notice of Privacy Practices Staff Athletic Trainers (ATs) are charged with main- Towson University Sports Medicine generates a record taining records of the health history and care provided of all evaluation, treatment, and care provided to to TU student-athletes. Staff ATs also provide training student-athletes. These records may be governed by to TU Athletic Department coaches and administra- HIPAA, FERPA, and the laws of the State of Mary- tors in first aid and CPR, and monitor practice and land. To view the full policy and procedure of the speed, strength, and conditioning sessions to ensure protection of student-athlete records generated in sound risk management in the safety and welfare of Sports Medicine, please look on the sports medicine TU student-athletes. page of www.towsontigers.com. Medical Care and Insurance Procedures Sports Medicine Rules and Regulations 1. Please leave all bags, equipment, etc., in the cubbies MEDICAL CARE AND INSURANCE of the entrance to all sports medicine facilities or PROCEDURES athletic training rooms. Towson University Athletics seeks to provide compre- 2. Student-athletes must shower following all workouts hensive sports medicine services for its student-athletes, prior to receiving treatment in the athletic training including preventive services, first aid, and physical room. This particularly applies to the whirlpools. rehabilitation. 3. Injured student-athletes will be scheduled for rehabilitation and/or treatment times. These times are Medical Certification for mandatory appointments and should be treated Individual Student-Athlete as such. Missing or arriving late to rehab will be reported to coaches. Participation: 4. Student-athletes should not attempt to set themselves Towson University Athletics requires all student-athletes up on treatments. to complete a pre-participation physical examination prior to the student-athlete being issued equipment, 5. In accordance with NCAA rules, student-athletes being permitted to attend any practice or strength and are not permitted to use the departmental phones, conditioning session, and/or competing in any athletic computers, or fax machine. activities. The pre-participation physical examination 6. No eating or drinking in the treatment, rehabilitation, MUST be administered by a Towson University Team or hydrotherapy areas of the athletic training room. Physician and/or his/her designee and must be completed on an annual basis. The examination includes, but is 7. Shoes should be removed when on the treatment tables. not limited to: 8. Cleats are not allowed in the sports medicine center 1. Completion of a Health Insurance Information / or athletic training rooms. Authorization Form; 9. The athletic training staff will not be used as an 2. A photocopy (front & back) of the student-athlete’s excuse for being late to practice. Student-athletes current health insurance card and prescription are responsible for allowing adequate time for benefits card; treatment and taping in order to get to practice at 3. Completion of a Health History Questionnaire for the scheduled time. incoming freshman / transfer student-athletes,

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Pre-Participation Physical Examination Form for Medicine staff, prior to the conclusion of every spring returning student-athletes; academic term, for the purpose of an “Exit Physical 4. Completion of an Athletic Medical Examination and Examination.” This will include a review of all inju- Orthopedic Screening Examination by a Towson ries and/or illnesses received during participation University Team Physician and/or his/her designee; throughout the year and referral for follow-up care if applicable. 5. Completion of an Injury Release, Assumption of Risk, and Athlete Responsibility Form; Insurance Coverage of Student-Athletes 6. Completion of a Consent for Treatment Form; All Towson University student- 7. Completion of a Helmet Waiver Form; athletes SHOULD be covered by some 8. Completion of a Use, Disclosure, and Release of type of individual health insur- Protected Health Information Authorization Form; ance BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN ANY PRACTICE, GAME, AND/OR COMPETI- 9. Completion of a Supplement Notification Form; TION. The student-athlete’s insurance should and cover athletically-related injuries and/or 10. Completion of blood work or waiver for incoming illnesses, and shall be considered the PRI- freshman/transfer student-athletes in order to screen MARY insurance coverage for all athletic related for sickle cell anemia/trait. injuries. The student-athlete must complete a Health Selected individuals may be required to complete Insurance Information / Authorization Form and supply additional tests and/or examinations as needed. Upon a photocopy (front & back) of the health insurance successful completion of the aforementioned pre-partici- card on a yearly basis. pation physical examination process, the student-athlete Towson University Athletics provides a medical and will receive approval/ certification from the Towson catastrophic insurance program for its student-athletes. University Sports Medicine staff to be issued equipment, THIS POLICY, HOWEVER, IS SECONDARY TO, and to participate in practice, strength and conditioning OR IN EXCESS OF, PERSONAL MEDICAL INSUR- sessions, and/or competition. ANCE COVERAGE, and covers only injuries / illnesses If, for any reason, the student-athlete is not approved / / accidents resulting from the direct participation in certified for athletic participation, he/she will be notified the athletics program during the dates of the primary by the Towson University Team Physician and/or a competitive season and designated off-seasons as member of the Towson University Sports Medicine staff approved by the Director of Athletics according to at the end of the pre-participation physical examination. NCAA regulations. All costs associated with any additional tests, consul- 156 Week Limitation on _ tations, and/or medical procedures needed to gain Secondary Insurance Coverage approval/certification for participation in athletics at the Towson University will be the responsibility of the Towson University’s medical and catastrophic insur- student-athlete and/or his/her primary health insurance. ance program will pay for the excess of the “Necessary” medical treatment up to the “Usual” and “Customary” No member of the Towson University Department of charges for such expense incurred within 156 weeks Athletics will permit a student-athlete to participate, nor (3 years) from the initial date of the injury / illness / will Towson University provide insurance coverage to accident. The first expense must be incurred within any student-athlete who has not completed the pre- sixty calendar days of the date of the injury / accident. participation physical examination procedure. It is the responsibility of the Towson University athletic trainer supervising the sport to keep track of the 156 Exit Physical Examinations: week time period and notify the Assistant Director of Every student-athlete must schedule an appointment Athletics for Sports Performance and/or his designee with a member of the Towson University Sports of any cases approaching the 156 week limitation.

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Compliance with Insurance _ in athletics at Towson University, the student- Company Requests athlete must submit the bill/statement to a Towson University certified athletic trainer in It is the student-athlete’s and his/her parent(s)/ a timely manner. Bills not received in a timely guardian(s) responsibility to understand the manner may be the responsibility of the student- conditions that apply to their policy and comply athlete and/or the student athlete’s parent(s)/ with any requests for information, etc. from the guardian(s). The Towson University Depart- primary insurance company. Any delinquent ment of Athletics and/or Towson University bills resulting in bad credit due to non-compli- Sports Medicine WILL NOT be responsible ance with insurance company requests may be for any delays in payment, collections notices, the responsibility of the student-athlete and/or credit reports, etc. that occur due to bills not his/her parent(s) / guardian(s). being submitted in a timely manner. Submit all In the event that a student-athlete and/or his/ correspondence to: her parent(s) / guardian(s) receives payment / Towson University Sports Medicine reimbursement directly from their insurance Attn: Insurance Coordinator company for athletically related injury / illness 8000 York Road claims, the full account balance becomes the FH 101 responsibility of the student-athlete and/or Towson, MD 21252-0001 his/her parent(s) / guardian(s), until payment (401) 704-2707 is turned over to the provider. Fax- (401) 704-2727

HMOs Exclusions and Limitations: If a student-athlete’s primary insurance is an Towson University Athletics’ secondary medical HMO, the Towson University Sports Medicine insurance policy will not apply to the situa- staff strongly encourages the student-athlete tions indicated below. This list is not all-inclusive. and/or his/her parent(s)/ guardian(s) to change the primary care physician (PCP) to a Towson 1. Injuries / illnesses that are not the direct University Team Physician or local physician result of intercollegiate athletics participation to obtain a “guesting privilege” in the Towson, during the dates of the primary competi- MD area. This will allow the student-athlete tive season and designated off-seasons to have a network of physicians in the Towson as approved by the Director of Athletics area, as well as better access to care. A member according to NCAA regulations. of the Towson University Sports Medicine staff 2. Experimental procedures. can assist in this process. 3. Cosmetic surgery or procedures unless directly related to an athletics related injury. Insurance Policy Changes 4. Hospital room and board charges in excess Towson University Sports Medicine must receive of the semi-private room rate unless hospital- any changes to a health insurance policy as ized in an intensive care unit. soon as they occur. If proper notification is 5. Injuries / illnesses that are a result of intra- not received, Towson University Athletics may mural, club sports, and recreational activities not be responsible for any delays in payment, (non-intercollegiate activities), as well as collections notices, credit reports, etc. that occur. training / conditioning activities that occur outside of the primary competitive season Medical Bills and designated off-season periods. In the event that a student-athlete should receive a bill/statement for an injury / illness that occurred as a direct result of participation

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6. Injuries / illnesses that are recurrences of old J-1 Students—All J-1 students must carry health injuries/ illnesses which were sustained before insurance for themselves and all J-2 dependents participation in the intercollegiate sports that meets specifications outlined by the United program. States Department of State (DOS). Failure of a 7. Expenses for athletic injuries incurred after J-1 student to carry health insurance will result completion of the student-athlete’s intercolleg- in termination of the student’s program and a iate athletic eligibility. report of the program termination to the United States Department of State. 8. Medical expenses beyond the limitations and exclusions of, or not covered by, Towson If an international student-athlete is already University Athletics' insurance policy. covered by insurance that meets the requirements outlined above, he/she must provide written The importance of having some form of personal proof of coverage to the Towson University health insurance coverage cannot be overem- Health Center. The information should be in phasized. Medical bills resulting from the English and should clearly specify the amount, aforementioned activities will be submitted to period, and type of coverage, the deductible, the student-athlete’s primary medical insurance. company rating, any co-payments, exclusions, Any unpaid balances are the responsibility of and the policy concerning pre-existing conditions. the student-athlete and/or the student-athlete’s parent(s)/guardian(s). Anyone with questions regarding insurance requirements for international students should The Master Policy on file at the University contact the Towson University Student Health contains all of the provisions, limitations, Center. exclusions, and qualifications of the Towson University Athletics’ insurance policy, some of Proof of compliance with international student which may not be included in this brochure. If insurance requirements must be made at the any discrepancy exists between this brochure Towson University Health Center in order to and the Policy, the Master Policy will govern avoid deportation, exclusion from classes, and/or and control the payment of benefits. exclusion from participation in Towson Athletics. The aforementioned guidelines may not be International Student-Athletes: exact in every situation and for every student- In order to be enrolled in classes at any United athlete. International insurance regulations are States college or university, international continually amended and changed by the U.S. students must prove that they have insurance government. The Towson University Sports that complies with standards set by the federal Medicine staff will not be held responsible for government. Insurance requirements will vary changes that the University or government may depending on if the student qualifies for F-1 make, and/or the student-athlete’s failure to status or J-1 status. check the specific guidelines for their country or insurance company. It is the student-athlete’s F-1 Students—All F-1 students must carry health responsibility to make sure that they are in insurance that meets specifications outlined by compliance with Federal, Towson University, the United States Department of State (DOS). and Towson University Athletics regulations Failure of an F-1 student to carry health insur- at all times. ance will result in termination of the student’s program and a report of the program termination to the United States Department of State. F-1 students must carry health insurance that provides for emergency medical evacuation and repatriation.

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Injury/Illness Reporting Procedures: In such situations, permission must be granted by the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Perfor- Any certified intercollegiate athletics participant who is mance and/or his designee. Such referrals must come injured / becomes ill must IMMEDIATELY report the from a member of the Towson University Sports injury / illness to a member of the Towson University Medicine Department. If a student-athlete decides Sports Medicine Department. Costs pertaining to an to utilize physical therapy / rehabilitation services injury and/or illness not reported in a timely manner without the authorization of a member of the Towson may be the responsibility of the student-athlete and/or University Sports Medicine Department, the student- his/her parent(s) / guardian(s). athlete and/or the student athlete’s parent(s) / guardian(s) All injured or ill student-athletes who cannot fully will be financially responsible for any and all medical participate are listed on a daily injury report that the bills incurred. staff athletic trainer gives to the Head Coach and Speed, Strength, & Conditioning staff prior to each day’s athletic Physician Referrals/Consultations: activity. Everyone on this list must report for treatment The Towson University Department of Athletics has during the designated treatment times unless specifically fostered positive relationships with many medical advised otherwise by their staff athletic trainer and providers in the Baltimore area who have consistently report as usual to practice or game attired in Athletic provided high quality service to Towson University Department issued clothing. student-athletes. Members of the Towson University Student-athletes who are sick must, at the discretion of Sports Medicine Department will refer student-athletes the athletic training staff, by seen by the Team Primary to these providers, unless extenuating circumstances Care Physician at a regularly scheduled, free of charge, necessitate a different provider. Student-athletes with primary care clinic carried out at Ford-Vetter Sports HMO policies are strongly encouraged to have a local Medicine Facility, FH101. Student-athletes' primary primary care physician (PCP), so that timely care can insurance will be billed for these visits and all visits be given. to the primary care clinic; however, student-athletes All student-athletes must be seen and evaluated by a will incur NO out-of-pocket expenses as the result of Towson University certified athletic trainer before a these visits. If a student-athlete desires to see the Team referral to a physician will be made. A member of the Physician, he/she must notify a Staff Athletic Trainer Towson University Sports Medicine Department must as soon as possible. NOTICE: Any costs associated authorize and properly refer all student-athletes to see with services for ill student-athletes that occur outside a physician or medical consultant, and/or for diagnostic of this clinic are the responsibility of the student-athlete. tests. If a student-athlete decides to see a physician/ Missed Doctor’s Appointment Policy: medical consultant, and/or undergo a diagnostic test WITHOUT prior authorization / referral from Student-athletes who are late and/or fail to show-up a member of the Towson University Sports Medicine for scheduled appointments with the team physician, Department, the student-athlete and/or the student medical consultants, and/or diagnostic tests / procedures athlete’s parent(s) / guardian(s) will be financially will be financially responsible for any and all charges responsible for any and all medical bills incurred. resulting from the missed appointment. In addition, the student-athlete will be responsible for rescheduling the Orthopedic and/or Medical _ appointment and providing his/her own transportation. Second Opinions: Off Campus Physical Therapy/ If a student-athlete and/or his/her parent(s) / guardian(s) Rehabilitation Procedures: desire another physician’s opinion on an orthopedic and/ or medical injury / illness, a Towson University certified At times, it may be necessary for a student-athlete athletic trainer will make arrangements for the second to utilize an “Off Campus” physical therapy facility. opinion with a qualified local physician. If a student-

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athlete decides to utilize physical therapy / rehabilitation What are the symptoms of a concussion? services without the authorization of a member of the • Confusion Towson University Sports Medicine Department, the student-athlete and/or the student athlete’s parent(s) / • Headache/“Pressure in Head” guardian(s) will be financially responsible for any and • Memory difficulties all medical bills incurred. • Difficulty concentrating • Loss of consciousness Dental Care: • Balance problems Custom molded mouthpieces will be fitted for student- • Dizziness athletes participating in high-risk sports (e.g. football, • Sensitivity to light and/or noise basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, etc.) and other student- • Nausea and/or vomiting athletes who express a desire for them. • Concentration problems Towson University Athletics’ medical insurance program • Slowed reaction time will assume financial responsibility for dental injuries • Double and/or blurred vision resulting from the direct participation in the intercol- • Feeling sluggish, foggy, or groggy legiate athletics program as approved by the Director of Athletics according to NCAA regulations. As with other • Neck pain injuries, this insurance is SECONDARY to, or in excess • Fatigue / Drowsiness of, personal medical and dental insurance coverage. • Irritability Towson University Athletics and its medical and • Sadness / Depressed feeling catastrophic insurance program WILL NOT assume What should I do if I think _ financial responsibility for dental injuries, head and I have a concussion? facial injuries, and/or mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) if the student-athlete is not properly • DON’T HIDE IT. REPORT IT TO YOUR wearing his/her required mouthpiece at the time of ATHLETIC TRAINER, TEAM PHYSICIAN, injury. Medical bills associated with such injuries will AND/OR COACH. be the sole responsibility of the student-athlete and/or • Get checked out by your athletic trainer and/or team his/her parent(s) / guardian(s). physician BEFORE returning to practice or a game. R eturn to Participation Decisions • Take the appropriate time to recover. While your brain is healing, you are much more likely to have The authority to allow a student-athlete to return to a repeat concussion which can cause severe and participation in athletics rests solely with the TU athletic permanent brain damage. training staff and/or Team Physician. Name of My Insurance Policy: CONCUSSION FACT SHEET ______What is a concussion? • A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that My Insurance Policy Number: damages the brain and affects normal brain func- ______tioning (e.g. concentration, balance, memory, vision, hearing, reaction time, analytical thinking, etc.). Name of My Prescription Plan: • Concussions range from mild to severe and present differently for each athlete. ______• Concussions can happen even if you do not My Prescription Plan Number: lose consciousness. ______

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DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS B. Program Purposes. The purposes of this drug intervention program which includes education, DRUG INTERVENTION PROGRAM screening, counseling and sanctions, are (1) to help student-athletes avoid improper involvement A. Program Philosophy. Towson University seeks to with drugs by ensuring that they are well informed maintain an environment that supports and encour- about drugs and drug abuse; (2) to detect possible ages the pursuit of knowledge without interference prohibited drug use through a screening program from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. The based on testing designed to reveal the abuse of drugs; improper use of drugs has become a matter of deep (3) to assist in the counseling and rehabilitation of concern within our society; many lives are damaged, student-athletes found to be misusing drugs; and and in some cases destroyed, by drug abuse. TU is (4) finally, to disassociate from our athletics pro- determined to help all students and employees avoid grams any person who is found to be engaged in the hazards associated with drug abuse through its improper use of drugs who does not respond to established policies on drug abuse that apply to all rehabilitation efforts. members of the academic community; however, this program is specifically designed for the members C. Program Consent. All student-athletes are required of our intercollegiate athletics teams. It is based on to read these requirements carefully, abide by the premise that drug abuse is not conducive to the them, and sign the consent form (Appendix A). welfare of our student-athletes. IF STUDENT-ATHLETES DECIDE NOT TO COMPLY THEN THEY ARE CHOOSING NOT Many drugs, when used in connection with athletic TO BE PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE IN activities can pose serious risks to the health of the INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS. student-athlete and may endanger others in contact with the drug user. Symptoms of illness, temporary D. Program Education Component. Every member of or permanent injury, and even death can be caused by an athletic team is required to successfully complete such drug abuse. Use of certain drugs may tempo- an orientation to this program and view the NCAA rarily improve some types of athletic performance Drug Testing Video on an annual basis. Every TU and thereby create an unfair competitive advantage student-athlete will attend or engage in at least one for the person using them. Such use of drugs violates continuing education activity per year through the the basic principles of sportsmanship. Life Skills Program. The intent of this continuing education is to increase the student-athlete's aware- Student-athletes often become highly publicized ness in order to prevent involvement with drugs, as role models and their abuse of drugs can negatively well as to recognize and handle drug and alcohol influence young people, as well as damage the related problems. Various educational approaches reputation of the institution. Therefore, TU does will emphasize the deleterious effects of drugs on not condone the abuse of drugs while participating athletic performance as well as on other aspects of in intercollegiate athletics. To become and remain life. Each member of every athletics team shall be a participant, a person must comply with the terms required to participate in prescribed drug education of this program on drug abuse education, screening, activities. and counseling.

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E. Prohibited Drugs. Some of the drugs about which 3. Positive Test Follow-up Screening: Any student- we are concerned are illegal; while, some may be athlete who has tested positive on a previous date purchased lawfully “over the counter” in retail may be subject to required testing at any time as stores, however all such drugs are incompatible deemed appropriate by the Assistant Director of with the integrity of our athletics programs. A Athletics for Sports Performance. student, during the period of eligibility to partici- G. Selection and Notification Process: As the program pate in athletics, may not use the drugs specified coordinator, the Assistant Director of Athletics for in the NCAA Banned-Drug Classes List, a copy of Sports Performance will, in accordance with this which appears at the end of this section. However, policy, randomly determine the dates and times if an otherwise prohibited drug is being used at the for urinalysis collection. All student-athletes will prescription of a physician, the patient may continue be subject to selection according to the following to participate in athletics if: criteria: 1. With respect to possible risks to the health of 1. Random Selection: All student-athletes on the offi- the patient, the attending physician certifies in cial sport participation list are eligible for selection. writing that specified athletic activity may be safely A third party administrator will choose those to undertaken and the patient executes a prescribed be tested via random, computerized selection. wavier which relieves TU of any responsibility 2. Individualized Reasonable Suspicion Selection: A for illness or injury attributable to engagement student-athlete, student-athletes, or a team may in athletic activity while under the influence of be subject to testing at any time when, in the judg- the prescribed medication; and ment of the program supervisor, reasonable cause 2. With respect to possible performance enhancing exists to suspect the student (s) is (are) engaging in effects, the patient's attending physician, in the use of any drugs prohibited by this policy. Such consultation with University medical and athletic reasonable suspicion may be based on information authorities, can and does implement a schedule from any source deemed reliable by the supervisor, of medication that precludes such performance- including, but not limited to: observed possession enhancing effects during times relevant to athletic or use of substances that reasonably appear to competition. be drugs of the type prohibited; student conduct issues, arrest, or conviction for a criminal offense F. Program Description. The basic test to be used for related to the possession, use or trafficking of drugs drug screening is a urinalysis. However, other types of the type prohibited; observed abnormal appear- of tests may be utilized to determine the presence of ance, conduct or behavior, including unusual drugs listed in the NCAA Banned-Drug Classes List. patterns of absence from training or competition, The testing based on urinalysis will be implemented reasonably interpretable as being caused by the use as follows: of prohibited drugs, low specific gravity and/or 1. Mandatory Screening: Student-athletes will be creatinine concentration levels found in previous selected for testing by random selection. This test urine specimens. can occur during the traditional and/or nontradi- Reasonable suspicion means: “If the available facts tional season for the respective sport. were conveyed to a reasonable person unfamiliar 2. Individualized Reasonable Suspicion Screening: with the student or the athletics program, that Any student-athlete suspected of drug use and person would conclude that there is a factual basis identified by the Assistant Director of Athletics for determining that the student(s) is (are) using for Sports Performance may be subject to testing a prohibited drug.” at any time during the academic year. If reasonable suspicion is found to exist, the coordinator will meet with the student-athlete(s). At that meeting, the coordinator will provide written notice (Appendix C) specifying the date, time, and

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place at which the student will be tested. The test H. Screening Process. Collection and analysis is will be conducted in accordance with the provi- performed by a contracted third-party professions of Section H. The consequences of failure sional collection and laboratory service. During to participate in or cooperate with such testing administration of the drug screening process, the and the consequences of impermissible drug use administrative area will be secured and only autho- discovered through such testing shall be the same rized personnel as well as properly identified athletes as those described in Section J and K of this policy. (per G.2.a.) will be admitted to the site. The Should the student decide to voluntarily declare specimen collection area will be secured by the drug use prior to testing, he/she will be subject collection team who will supervise each athlete to the consequences of impermissible drug use during the collection process. Transfer of collected described in Section K. The level of intervention specimens from the test site to the analysis laboratory shall be commensurate with the level of disregard is accomplished by the collection team according for the policy. to an accepted chain of custody protocol. Posi- tive tests are confirmed by gas chromatography/ 3. Positive-Testing Follow-up Selection: The coor- mass spectrometry to prevent false positive tests. dinator will maintain a confidential list of all Collection will be accomplished according to the student-athletes who test positive to banned following process: drug use during their eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics. The coordinator may at 1. Only those persons authorized by the client his/her discretion choose to test such individuals representative and certified collector will be at any future testing date scheduled. A prior allowed in the collection room. The certified positive-test finding as a result of this policy collector and client representative will deter- implementation is cause for reasonable suspicion mine the release of a selected student-athlete as defined in Section G. 1. C. from the collection room prior to completing the specimen collection process. 4. Self Selection: At any time throughout an academic year a student-athlete may voluntarily declare 2. Upon arrival, student-athlete will provide photo drug use and thereby fall under the consequences identification and/or a client representative will described in Section K of this policy. identify the student-athlete. The student-athlete will then print his/her name and arrival time 5. Notification: The procedure for notification of on the Roster Sign-In Form. student-athletes selected shall be as follows: 3. The student-athlete will select a Custody & Each student will be asked to sign a notification Control Form (CCF) from a supply of such form (Appendix B) issued by the coordinator and work with collector and client representa- minutes prior to within 24 hours of a scheduled tive to complete necessary information before test. Such notification shall be accomplished proceeding with the specimen collection process. by delivery to the affected student of a written statement listing the student as one who is to be 4. The student-athlete will select a specimen tested on the date specified. If in-person notifica- collection beaker from a supply of such and tion is not possible, telephone notification will be will be escorted by a collector (same gender) permissible as long as the coordinator or designee to the restroom to provide a specimen. The receives an acknowledgement from the student- student-athlete will place a unique barcode athlete as to the notification. The notification onto the beaker. And then rinse his/her hands shall also include the time the student was notified. with water and then dry hands. The student-athlete is to report to the testing site 5. The collector will directly observe the furnishing at the specified time. The student-athlete will of the urine specimen to assure the integrity of remain at the test site until a sample is collected. the specimen.

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6. The student-athlete will be responsible for remain in the collection station until another keeping the collection beaker closed and specimen is provided. The student-athlete will controlled. provide another specimen. 7. Fluids and food given to student-athletes 15. Once the specimen processor has determined who have difficulty voiding must be from the specimen has a specific gravity above 1.005 sealed containers (approved by the collector) and a pH between 4.5 and 7.5 inclusive, the that are opened and consumed in the station. sample will be processed and sent to the labora- These items must be free of any other banned tory. substances. 16. If the laboratory determines that a student- 8. If the specimen is incomplete, the student- athlete’s sample is inadequate for analysis, at athlete must remain in the collection station the client’s discretion, another sample may be until the sample is completed. During this collected. period, the student-athlete is responsible for 17. If a student-athlete is suspected of manipulating keeping the collection beaker closed and specimens (e.g., via dilution, substitution), the controlled. collector will collect another specimen from the 9. If the specimen is incomplete and the student- student-athlete. athlete must leave the collection station for 18. Once a specimen has been provided that meets a reason approved by the certified collector the on-site specific gravity and pH parameters, and client representative, specimen must be the student-athlete will select a sample collec- discarded. tion kit from a supply of such. 10. Upon return to the collection room, the student- 19. The specimen processor will open the kit, athlete will begin the collection procedure again. demonstrate to the student-athlete the vials 11. Once an adequate volume specimen is provided; are securely sealed, open the plastic, and open the collector will escort the student-student- the A vial lid. The processor will pour the urine athlete to the specimen processing table. into the A and B vials and close the lids. The 12. The specimen collector will instruct the specimen processor should pour urine into vials student-athlete to closely observe the specimen above the minimum volume level (35 mL in A processing steps and will then measure the vial; 15 mL in B vial) and pour as much urine specific gravity. as possible into vials using care not to exceed the maximum levels (90 mL in A vial; 60 mL 13. If the urine has a specific gravity below 1.005, in B vial). no value will be recorded on the CCF and the specimen will be discarded by the student- 20. The specimen processor will securely close the athlete with the collector observing. The lids on each vial and then seal each vial using student-athlete must remain in the collection the vial seals attached to the CCF; assuring station until another specimen is provided. The seals are tightly adhered to the vials with no student-athlete will provide another specimen. tears or loose areas. 14. If the urine is concentrated (1.005 SG or 21. The specimen processor must then collect all higher), the specimen processor will record necessary signatures (collector, donor, witness, the specific gravity value on the CCF and then and collector/specimen processor) and dates/ measure the urine’s pH If in range (4.5-7.5 times where indicated on the CCF. inclusive), the specimen processor will record 22. The specimen processor will place the labora- the pH value on the CCF in the appropriate tory copy of the CCF in the back pouch of the area. If the student-athlete has a pH greater plastic bag and the vials the front pouch of the than 7.5 or less than 4.5, the specimen will same bag. The bag should then be sealed. The be discarded by the student-athlete with the sealed bag with vials will then be placed in the collector observing. The student-athlete must sample box. The box will then be sealed.

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23. The student-athlete is then released by the in intercollegiate athletics will be suspended collector. for a period of one week or until the student 24. All sealed samples will be secured in a ship- produces the required specimen under condi- ping case. The collector will prepare the case tions prescribed by the test site coordinator, for forwarding. When two split samples are whichever is the lesser period of time. The period collected and packaged, care must be taken of suspension may be extended indefinitely to assure one sample is placed in the shipping upon failure to produce the required specimen container for shipment to the “drugs of abuse” on subsequently rescheduled testing dates. The laboratory and one sample is placed in the ship- procedures prescribed in Section L apply to any ping container for shipment to the “anabolic suspension exceeding one week. steroids” laboratory. K. Consequences of Impermissible Drug Use. When 25. After the collection has been completed, the prohibited drug use has been verified through samples will be forwarded to the laboratory positive test results, the following consequences and copies of any forms forwarded to the will apply: designated persons. 1. First Offense: 26. The samples become the property of the client. a. Suspension from Athletics Participation. A 27. If the student-athlete does not comply with the confidential meeting between the student-athlete, collection process, the collector will notify the coordinator, Head Coach, and Sport Adminis- client representative and Drug Free Sport. trator will be held as soon as possible to evaluate I. Notification of Results. The coordinator receives the nature and extent of drug involvement. In results and correlate numbers with screened student- this meeting, the student-athlete will be notified athletes. The Director of Athletics will be notified of: by the coordinator of individuals testing positive for • Suspension for 10 percent of the contests banned drugs or who have low specific gravity and/ scheduled during the competitive season. Partial or creatinine concentration levels. The director will numbers in the calculation of 10 percent shall notify authorized medical and athletic personnel for be rounded to the nearest whole number. appropriate action according to this policy. Parents • The Director of Athletics, in consultation with will be notified according to Section K of this policy. the Head Coach, will determine whether an J. Consequences of Failure to Participate. athletics grant-in-aid allocated to the student- athlete should be cancelled or reduced. 1. If the student declines to execute the required individual notification form, eligibility to partici- • His/Her rights to appeal pate in intercollegiate athletics will be canceled • Any student-athlete with a positive drug for the balance of the academic year. The screening is not eligible for any athletic depart- procedures prescribed in Section L apply to such ment awards. a cancellation. b. Notification of parents. The TU Department of 2. If the student fails to appear at the designated Athletics recognizes the increased involvement time and place for testing without a verified of parents of student-athletes and will, therefore, excuse acceptable to the Coordinator, or notify parents of any such cancellation of eligi- designee, eligibility to participate in intercolle- bility. Parents will be notified of the impermissible giate athletics will be canceled for the balance drug use. of the academic year, subject to the procedures prescribed in Section L. c. Counseling, rehabilitation, and behavior modification contract. The student will be required 3. If the student fails to produce a required and to seek a substance abuse and behavioral assess- eligible urine specimen, eligibility to participate ment from established University counseling

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and/or medical resources. The interpretation Safe Harbor Provision and subsequent recommendations for treatment A student-athlete who has engaged in drug use is encour- and rehabilitation resulting from this assessment aged to seek assistance from the Athletics Department shall be made available to the coordinator. Any by voluntarily disclosing his/her use to the Assistant expenses incurred as the result of the assessment Director of Athletics for Sports Performance prior to and all treatment and rehabilitation will be paid be being identified as having violated the drug policy for by the student. The coordinator will prescribe or being notified that he/she has been selected for Drug a behavior modification contract based on the Testing. This provision allows a student-athlete to self- recommendations of this assessment. Violations report a substance abuse problem without repercussions of the conditions of this behavior modification of a positive test, thereby exempting him/her from the contract shall be deemed non-compliance with next scheduled drug test. These individuals will still be this drug intervention program. required to undergo an evaluation by a substance abuse 2. Second Offense: counselor. The counselor will determine the appropriate a. Suspension from Athletics Participation. A conform(s) of intervention and rehabilitation needed by the fidential meeting between the student-athlete, student-athlete based on the circumstances of the case. coordinator, Director of Athletics, Head Coach, The counselor will report back to the Assistant Director and Sport Administrator will be held as soon as of Athletics for Sports Performance that the individual possible to evaluate the nature and extent of drug has undergone the required sessions. Upon completion involvement. In this meeting, the student-athlete of the required sessions, the student-athlete will subse- will be notified of: quently be drug tested to demonstrate compliance with the Towson University Athletic Drug Intervention Policy. • Permanent suspension from athletics participa- If at any time following the completion of successful tion counseling the student-athlete tests positive, this positive • Any existing athletics grant-in-aid may be result will constitute a second positive thus nullifying withdrawn at the discretion of the Director of the initial safe harbor exemption. Additionally, this Athletics provision will only be available to student-athletes one • Non-renewal of ANY athletic Grant-in-Aid time and will NOT be available to a student-athlete • His/Her rights to appeal after he/she has been notified of an impending drug test. b. Notification of parents. The TU Department of Medical Exceptions Intercollegiate Athletics recognizes the increased involvement of parents of student-athletes and will, Student-athletes are required to inform the athletic therefore, notify parents of any such cancellation training staff of all medications being taken. Some of eligibility. banned substances can be used at times for legitimate medical reasons. Accordingly, Towson University and ALL TEST RESULTS are cumulative during the NCAA permit exceptions to be made for those the ENTIRE TIME that an individual is a student- student-athletes with a documented medical condition athlete at Towson University. A positive NCAA drug test demonstrating a need for regular use of such a substance. will be deemed a positive Towson University drug test. The Medical Exception policy has a very strict application. The Exception Policy specifically addresses the use of banned stimulant medications to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as well as anabolic agents, beta blockers, diuretics, anti-estrogens, and peptide hormones. A student-athlete who tests positive will need to comply with this more exacting application, even if that student-athlete had received an

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exception for the use of stimulant medication documentation. prior to August 2009. L. Procedures for Imposing Serious Sanctions. This thorough application for an exception Sections J and K of this policy provide notice will require documentation that demonstrates of circumstances under which suspension the student-athlete has undergone a clinical or cancellation of eligibility to participate assessment to diagnose a medical condition, in intercollegiate athletic activities may be such as ADHD, is being monitored routinely imposed. Such sanctions may be imposed for use of the banned drug and has a current only in accordance with the procedures here prescription on file. All these criteria must be prescribed: met in order to be granted a testing excep- 1. Written Notice. Before any suspension or tion. This documentation will be kept on file cancellation is imposed, the student will be at the institution and must be produced in given written notice by the coordinator of the event the student-athlete tests positive for the intention to suspend or cancel eligibility, the banned medication. The documentation of the reasons for the proposed action and should include a comprehensive clinical evalu- of the right of the affected student to ation, recording observations and results from request a hearing on the proposed sanc- ADHD rating scales, a physical exam and any tion before it is imposed. However, if the lab work, previous treatment for ADHD, and proposed sanction is based on a prelimi- the diagnosis and recommended treatment. nary determination of improper drug The physician can provide documentation of use that may threaten the health of the the above either with a cover letter and attach- athlete or of other participants in athletics, ments or provide the medical record. This athletic participation (training, practice or documentation should be kept on file in the competition) shall be discontinued imme- athletics department until such time that the diately, pending a medical determination student-athlete tests positive for the stimulant. A by a TU Team Physician as to the fitness simple statement from the prescribing physician of the athlete to resume participation in that he or she is treating the student-athlete for athletics. This determination, designed ADHD with said medication IS NOT adequate to protect the health of students, shall be

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made as promptly as possible. Informa- proposed suspension or cancellation. tion supplied by the student to medical The affected student, accompanied by a personnel incidental to making such a person of his/her choice, may be present determination shall not be admissible in to hear and review all evidence presented any institutional disciplinary process and in support of the proposed sanction, to shall be treated as confidential, within the challenge such evidence, and to present context of the doctor-patient relationship. other evidence in his/her own defense. As soon as a preliminary determination is The burden shall be on the coordinator made concerning the athlete's health and or designee to prove, by a preponder- fitness, the Assistant Director of Athletics ance of the evidence, impermissible drug for Sports Performance will notify the head use in fact occurred. After hearing all such coach of these facts. This notification will evidence, as it deems relevant, the com- be confidential and will be made verbally. mittee shall deliberate in private for the 2. Request of Hearing or Waiver of Hearing. purpose of making findings of fact. The A student may obtain a hearing by findings and conclusions shall be based addressing a request in writing to Towson's exclusively on information supplied at NCAA Faculty Athletics Representative the hearing. Within three days after it within three calendar days after receiving concludes its inquiry, the committee shall the written notice referred to in paragraph report its conclusions concerning the 1, above. However, following receipt of facts, as well as any advice concerning written notice, the student may signify the severity of the sanctions proposed, in writing the intention not to request a to the Faculty Athletics Representative hearing, and the proposed sanctions may who shall decide what sanctions, if any, be immediately imposed, without recourse shall be imposed. The decision of the to any institutional grievance or appeals committee is final. process. M. Confidentiality of Information Concerning 3. Hearing. If an affected student requests Drug Use. Any information concerning a a hearing, it shall be afforded before a student's alleged or confirmed improper standing committee consisting of three use of drugs, solicited or received pursuant persons appointed by the Faculty Athletics to implementation of this policy, shall be Representative; no officer, employee, restricted to institutional personnel and to or agent of the athletic department shall parents of student-athletes. No other release be eligible to serve on such a committee. of such information will be made without The hearing shall be convened within five the student's written consent, unless it is in days after it is requested. The hearing response to the appropriate judicial process. shall be conducted in private and only the The institution cannot guarantee that law Faculty Athletics Representative, members enforcement or prosecuting authorities of the committee, the affected student will not gain access to information in the and a person of his/her choice, and the possession of the institution, since valid coordinator or designee may attend except subpoena or other enabling court order for witnesses who are present to give might be issued to compel disclosure. The testimony. The coordinator or designate institution, however, will not voluntarily shall present evidence in support of the disclose such information, in the absence of a court order.

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N. Improper Provision of Drugs by University O. University Approval. The General Counsel Personnel. No officer, employee or agent at Towson University has approved the of TU may supply to any student-athlete foregoing drug intervention program. any drug that may endanger an athlete or P. Drug Testing Consent. Each athlete should affect athletic ability or performance, or read this statement of policy and ask any otherwise encourage or induce any student questions concerning it before giving consent to abuse drugs, except as specific drugs may to be tested. be prescribed by qualified medical personnel for the treatment of individual students. Any Updated 6/2012 person who has information about possible violation of this prohibition should report such information promptly to the Director of Athletics.

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TheAA NC bans the following _ • Any product containing a dietary supple- classes of drugs: ment ingredient is taken at your own risk. a. Stimulants It is your responsibility to check with the b. Anabolic Agents appropriate athletics staff before using any substance. c. Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for rifle only) Some Examples of NCAA d. Diuretics and Other Masking Agents Banned Substances in Each e. Street Drugs Drug Class f. Peptide Hormones and Analogues NOTE: There is no complete list of banned g. Anti-estrogens drug examples! Check with your athletics h. Beta-2 Agonists department staff before you consume any Note: Any substance chemicallyrelated medication or supplement. to these classes is also banned. The Stimulants: amphetamine (Adderall); institution and the student-athlete caffeine (guarana); cocaine; ephedrine; shall be held account-able for all drugs fenfluramine (Fen); methamphetamine; meth- within the banned drug class regardless ylphenidate (Ritalin); phentermine (Phen); of whether they have been specifically synephrine (bitter orange); etc. exceptions: identified. phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine are Drugs and Procedures Subject to not banned. Restrictions: Anabolic Agents—(sometimes listed as a a. Blood Doping. chemical formula, such as 3,6,17-andro- stenetrione): boldenone; clenbuterol; DHEA; b. Local Anesthetics (under some conditions). nandrolone; stanozolol; testosterone; meth- asterone; androstenedione; norandrostene- c. Manipulation of Urine Samples. dione; methandienone; etiocholanolone; d. Beta-2 Agonists permitted only by trenbolone; etc. prescription and inhalation. e. Caffeine if concentrations in urine Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for exceed 15 micrograms/ml. rifle only): alcohol; atenolol; metoprolol; nadolol; pindolol; propranolol; timolol; etc. NCAA Nutritional/Dietary Supplements Warning: Diuretics (water pills) and Other Masking Before consuming any nutritional/dietary Agents: bumetanide; chlorothiazide; furo- supplement product, review the product semide; hydrochlorothiazide; probenecid; with your athletics department staff! spironolactone (canrenone); triameterene; • Dietary supplements are not well regulated trichlormethiazide; etc. and may cause a positive drug test result. Street Drugs: heroin; marijuana; tetrahydro- • Student-athletes have tested positive and cannabinol (THC)—no other substances are lost their eligibility using dietary supple- classified as NCAA street drugs. ments. • Many dietary supplements are contam- inated with banned drugs not listed on the label.

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Peptide Hormones and Analogues: growth It is your responsibility to check with the hormone(hGH); human chorionic gona- appropriate athletics staff before using any dotropin (hCG); erythropoietin (EPO); etc. substance. Anti-Estrogens: anastrozole; tamoxifen; formestane; 3,17-dioxo-etiochol-1,4,6 triene ATD), etc. Beta-2 Agonists: bambuterol; formoterol; salbutamol; salmeterol; etc. Any substance that is chemically related to the class of banned drugs is also banned! (unless otherwise noted) NOTE: Information about ingredients in medications and nutritional/dietary supplements can be obtained by contacting the Resource Exchange Center, REC, 877-202- 0769 or wwwdrugfreesport.com/rec password ncaa1, ncaa2 or ncaa3.

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APPENDIX A BUCKLEY AMENDMENT CONSENT PART I By signing this form, you certify that: You understand that this form and the results of any drug test that you may take are part of your educational records. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 protect these records and they may not be disclosed without your consent. You agree to disclose your educational records. You give your consent to disclose only to authorized representatives of the university and your parents the results of your urinalysis. You agree to disclose these records only to determine your eligibility for intercollegiate athletics at TU.

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PART II By signing this form, you certify that: You agree to be tested for drugs. You agree to allow TU, during the academic year, before, during, and after your participation in any university sponsored program, to test you for the banned drugs listed in the NCAA Banned-Drug Classes list which appears in the TU Athletics Department’s Drug Intervention Policy. This policy can be found in your student-athlete handbook. You understand that if you test positive, you will be unable to participate in intercollegiate athletics according to Section K of the TU Athletics Department’s Drug Intervention Policy. You understand that if you test positive, you will be tested again at any time this academic year at the discretion of the Director of Athletics or coordinator of the Athletics Drug Intervention Program. You understand that this consent and the results of your drug tests will only be disclosed in accordance with the Buckley Amendment Consent. I certify that I have read this statement of policy; I have been given the opportunity to ask any questions I may have about the policy; I understand the policy and my responsibilities under it; and I have decided voluntarily to participate in the intercollegiate athletics program under the terms and conditions of this policy and other rules and regulations adopted now or in the future to govern the athletics programs of TU. I specifically authorize disclosure of test results and information regarding my conduct obtained through this program to my parents or legal guardians.

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______Signature of Parent (if student is under 18 years of age) Date

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APPENDIX B Date______N OTIFICATION OF SCHEDULED TESTING _ BY URINALYSIS

To: ______(Student’s Name) Re: Scheduled Urinalysis You have been selected for urinalysis testing. You are to report to the 1st Floor of Unitas Stadium Field House at ______. You will be required to provide a urine specimen at that time, consistent with the policies and procedures established by the Towson University Department of Athletics Drug Intervention Program. Signed ______Student-Athlete Date Time

Witness ______Signature Date Time

Time of arrival ______a.m./p.m.

APPENDIX C Date______N OTIFICATION OF TESTING BASED ON REASONABLE SUSPICION

To: ______(Student’s Name) Re: Scheduled Urinalysis Based on reasonable suspicion that you have engaged in the impermissible use of drugs prohibited by the NCAA Banned-Drug Classes list, you are to report to ______. You will be required to provide a urine specimen at that time, consistent with the policies and procedures established by the Towson University Department of Athletics Drug Intervention Program.

Signed ______Student-Athlete Date Time

Witness ______Signature Date Time

Time of arrival ______a.m./p.m.

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Student-Athlete Nutritional Supplement _ Disclosure and Review Form

I,______am taking or intend to take the following (Print your name) nutritional supplements. I acknowledge the risk of losing my eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics if I test positive for an NCAA banned substance that may be found in any substance that I may take, regardless of the reason or purpose for taking such supplements. I acknowledge and understand that the labeling on these products can be misleading and inaccurate. I further acknowledge and understand that sales personnel are paid to sell these products and cannot accurately certify that these products contain no substances banned by the NCAA. Terms such as “healthy” or “naturally occurring” do not necessar- ily mean safe to take or use, or that the NCAA endorses a product or approves its usage Before taking or using any supplement, I am responsible for taking appropriate steps to ensure that it does not contain any substance banned by the NCAA. By making this disclosure, I am requesting that TU’s athletic training staff review these products and their ingredients for the purposes of determining whether they are medically safe to use and do not contain substances banned by the NCAA. I understand that I should not take or use these products until TU’s athletic training staff has approved their usage.

Brand Name Listed Ingredients Banned Substances

1. ______2. ______3 ______4. ______

5. ______

Student-Athlete Signature______Date______

Certified Athletic Trainer Signature______Date______

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Background Policy

Issues surrounding nutrition, weight gain The purpose of the Towson University Athletics and loss, eating disorders, and athletic per- Eating Disorder Intervention Policy is to: formance are becoming more complex as • Prevent the development of eating dis-orders the prevalence of disordered eating and in our student-athlete population through clinical eating disorders is as much a part of the education of our student-athletes and athletic medicine as orthopedic injuries. The coaches, Towson University Department of Athletics • Provide a mechanism of identifying and/or (Athletics) is keenly aware of the ability of screening potential eating disorders, coaches, teammates, parents, professors, and • Establish a protocol to treat, follow-up, athletic trainers to observe possible problems and communicate with coaches and admin- in the development of a student-athlete’s istrators about any potential cases, and eating issues. • Utilize a multidisciplinary approach in Symptoms of eating disorders include: the recognition and treatment of eating rapid weight loss, exercise obsession, social disorders. The multidisciplinary team may withdrawal, obsession with weight, diet, and/ consist of a staff athletic trainer, primary or appearance, a consistent pattern of stress care team physician, and the Eating fractures or overuse injuries, avoidance of Concerns Consultation Team (ECCT) social eating situations, variable performance, established by the TU Counseling Center. and eating binges and disappearance after The ECCT will include consultation with the binge. a a mental health care professional in the Athletics recognizes the seriousness of eating Towson University Counseling Center, disorder management and is sensitive to and a dietician, if deemed appropriate by these issues in regards to the welfare of our the ECCT. student-athletes. Any student-athlete, teammate, coach, professor, or athletic trainer who identifies patterns of disordered eating in a student- athlete should report this observation to the staff athletic trainer overseeing the student- athlete’s sport or Team Physician in TU Sports Medicine. The staff athletic trainer will, based on the evidence presented, information collected from other individuals, and/or direct discussion with the student-athlete, refer the student-athlete to the primary care team physician for initial screening and evaluation. Common behaviors of eating disorders may include: • Restriction of food intake • Rapid weight loss • Purging • Excessive Exercise

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Procedure i. Contacting the Coordinator of Eating Disorder Services 1. A student-athlete, coach, teammate, professor, or athletic trainer who identifies ii. Having the student-athlete execute a signs and symptoms of disordered eating “Joint Sports Medicine/ECCT Release shall report these observations to the staff of Information with Sports Medicine” athletic trainer assigned to that sport. form (Appendix A). iii. Forwarding any labs or additional 2. The staff athletic trainer will, based on reports and the signed Release of the evidence presented, information col- Information to the Coordinator of lected from other individuals, and/or Eating Disorder Services direct discussion with the student-athlete, refer the student-athlete to the primary 4. The student-athlete will schedule an care team physician for formal evaluation. intake appointment with the Counseling Center as soon as possible. 3. The primary care team physician will evaluate the student-athlete as soon as 5. The ECCT will evaluate the student- possible. This evaluation may include a athlete and make recommendations based health history, physical exam, and lab on reports, Counseling Center protocol, work or additional testing at the discretion and the Practice Guidelines for the Treat- of the physician. The primary care team ment of Patients with Eating Disorders physician will communicate back to the (American Psychiatric Association, 2006). athletic trainer any limitations on athletic 6. A Behavior Modification Plan, including participation. psychological treatment, nutrition coun- A. If an acute or serious concern about the seling, medical monitoring and follow student-athlete’s physical or psycholog- up, expected communication as to attend- ical health exists, the student-athlete ance at scheduled appointments, poten- will be sent for immediate evaluation tial restrictions to athletic participation, to a provider or hospital off campus. and consequences of non-compliance will The student-athlete may be transported be executed by the TU Sports Medicine by TUPD if necessary. High risk medi- team in consultation with the primary cal symptoms include: care team physician and ECCT. i. Seizures 7. Once a student-athlete has an established ii. Blood in vomit or stool Behavior Modification Plan, the student- athlete is responsible for providing all iii. Chest pains documentation of compliance, treatment iv. Cognitive impairment verification, and release from care B. If no acute or serious concern exists, documentation as detailed in the Behavior the primary care team physician will ModificationPlan. The student-athlete communicate this to the team athletic may be referred to the Associate Vice trainer who will refer the student- President of Student Affairs if additional athlete to the TU Counseling Center for intervention is required. an initial evaluation by:

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TSOW ON UNIVERSITY to university discipline independent of ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY any criminal or civil prosecution that may result from violations of state or federal Towson University, recognizing that drug laws. In addition to the university policy and alcohol abuse presents a serious threat on substance abuse, all employees, includ- to individual health and community safety, ing student employees, are subject to the strives to maintain a campus free from the Maryland Governor’s Executive Order illegal use and abuse of alcohol, and the 01.01.1991.16 on the Drug-and-Alcohol- use, possession or distribution of illegal Free Workplace. The university reserves drugs. Students are expected to comply the right to conduct drug testing consistent with all federal, state and local laws, and with applicable federal and state laws. university policies. Students who use, Students are strongly encouraged to help possess and/or sell illegal drugs, including create a campus com-munity free from the illegal use of alcohol, are considered the negative effects of substance use and in violation of Towson University’s Code alcohol abuse. of Student Conduct and shall be subject

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Alcohol, Tobacco and The goals of the center are: Other Drug Abuse • Provide ATOD education and prevention Prevention Center programs. Knowing that the campus is a complex commu- • Sponsor peer education/counseling pro- nity that influences the behavior of students, the grams. center has established the motto, “Creating an • Maintain the relationship with county Environment Conducive to Academic Success ATOD prevention coordinator. and Wellness.” When students arrive on campus, they bring with them their psychological • Develop a network for communicating and dispositions through which they understand planning prevention activities with other the campus community. The interaction of institutions of higher education. the individual in the community is powerful • Develop a student network in higher in determining all sorts of student behav- education addressing ATOD issues. iors, including those relating to the use of • Conduct social marketing campaigns. alcohol, tobacco and other drugs (ATOD). Towson University has used a comprehensive, The comprehensive, campus-wide cam- campus-wide program to reduce the risk asso- paign to provide Towson University stu- ciated with substance use and abuse. The dents with information and skills necessary to University is host to the Alcohol, Tobacco and achieve healthy academic and personal growth, Other Drug Abuse (ATOD) Prevention Center, “Creating a Campus Environment Conducive which is funded by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse to Academic Suc-cess and ellness,” includes Administration of the state of Maryland. In exis- personnel from Academic Advising, Athletics, tence since 1990, the central goal of the center University Police, the College of Health is to reduce risk-taking behaviors associated Professions, the Department of Health Science, with the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. and Student Affairs. Dr. Donna Cox, Depart- The staff of the center assesses the risk-taking ment of Health Science directs the activities behavior of incoming freshmen and every other of the center. She can be reached at 410-704- year, the risk-taking behavior of a representative 4214 or [email protected]. sample of the campus. The ATOD Center spon- Alcohol.edu is an online educational module sors and assists in the organization of various (see Freshman “TO DO LIST”). All incom- types of prevention and education activities ing student-athletes are expected to com- (e.g., alcohol free social events, alcohol aware- plete this program. ness activities, peer education training, etc.) developed by different units of the institution, such as Campus Life, Residence Life, Health and Counseling Centers, Academic Advising and University Police.

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University smoke-free campus Policy Towson University is committed to promoting a healthy and safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. In that regard, Towson University instituted a “Smoke Free” campus policy as of 08/01/2010. Smoking is prohibited on all property owned, leased or operated by Towson University. This consists of all buildings, including residence halls, Bateman’s and the Burkshire; all grounds, including exterior open spaces, parking lots and garages, on-campus sidewalks, streets, driveways, stadiums, recreational spaces and practice facilities; and in all University-owned or leased vehicles. This policy was written and approved by the President's Council on November 9, 2009. NCAA Tobacco Policy : The use of tobacco products by a student-athlete is prohibited during practice and competition. A student- athlete who uses tobacco products during a practice or competition shall be disqualified for the remainder of that practice or competition. (Bylaw 17.1.8)

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PRESS RELATIONS FOR 1. COORDINATING THE INTERVIEW— STUDENT-ATHLETES The Media Relations Office coordinates all your interviews involving both the print The Towson University Athletics Media and electronic media. The Media Rela- Relations Office, located on the 3rd floor, tions staff members are the primary con- Room 351, of the Towson Center, serves as tact concerning the media. Interviews are the communication link between Towson arranged around your academic and ath- University athletic teams, student-athletes, letic schedules. coaches and administrators AND the TIMING—Be prompt and available for media. The office generates media coverage 2 interviews. Contact the Media Relations of the Tigers by coordinating interviews, Office (410-704-2232) in advance if you servicing the information needs of the press, cannot keep the scheduled interview and compiling and maintaining statistics, appointment. If you agree to an interview, photographs and historical records. All be there. If you’re not on time, you’ll get inquiries relative to Towson University the interview off on the wrong foot. athletic team information are to be directed to the Media Relations Office. 3 FRIENDLY—Always be friendly with reporters and make an effort to give them One of the responsibilities of a Towson fresh material about yourself. University student-athlete is to cooperate with the media. The student-athlete should 4 THINK—Think carefully about what view this obligation as a chance to promote you are going to say before you say it. the team, the individual, the sport, the Keep in mind there is no such thing as Department and Towson University. an “off the record,” remark. Discuss only those things, which you and your Media attention means that the student- family would not mind seeing in print, athlete’s conduct, both on AND off the field or hearing on radio or television. Sam or court, is under intense scrutiny because Donaldson, ABC News reporter, put it of the position of simply being a student- best, “The questions don’t do the damage. athlete. The last thing a student-athlete wants Only answers do.” to receive is publicity for an off-the-field incident. The student-athlete must ALWAYS 5 TEAM PLAYER—Handle the interview remember that off-the-field actions are viewed as a team player—in the best interests by the media as relevant news, while a non- of the team. Never second-guess athlete’s activities may not be viewed in the your teammates or coaches. Deliver a same manner. positive message no matter the circumstances. Don’t be arrogant and cocky If there is any topic which a student-athlete when you win. When you lose, don’t would prefer not to discuss with the media, criticize others. that information should be disclosed to the coach and/or Media Relations Director 6 BE CAREFUL—You don’t want your before the season. Remember, win or lose, comments put up on an opponent’s lock- Towson University student-athletes have an er room bulletin board. Avoid bulletin obligation to meet the press after a contest board material answers. Don’t let the and to do so with humility and poise. interviewer put words in your mouth. The following guidelines are offered to insure 7. OFF-THE-RECORD—In the real world, a positive, successful interview experience there is no such thing. There is no with a member of the media: guarantee of confidentiality.

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8. POSITIVE—Always be positive and give 13. EXAMPLE–How to field a negative due credit when answering questions question: Question: “Do you think you about coaches, Towson University, should get more playing time?” Answer: opponents, teammates, and yourself. “Sure. Every player would like to play Don’t make excuses. more, and I think my coach would be 9. PRIVACY—Respect your privacy and disappointed in me if I didn’t want to play the privacy of your teammates. Keep all more. I’m sure I’ll get my opportunity, phone numbers to yourself and direct all and when I do, I want to be ready.” personal questions about your teammates 14. DON’T—Don’t say “No comment”. to them or the Media Relations Staff. If Don’t be negative. Don’t go off-the- a member of the media contacts you record. Don’t hide. Don’t lose your cool. directly, please inform your coach and/or Don’t be sarcastic. Don’t cop an attitude a member of the Media Relations staff as (nice guys may finish last on the field but soon as possible. they’re definitely winners off the field). 10. POISE, RESTRAINT—Understand the Don’t forget the fishbowl syndrome. All value of poise and restraint, especially of your actions are being watched. under highly emotional conditions such 15. HAVE FUN—It’s an honor to be inter- as a big victory or a heartbreaking loss. viewed by the media. Enjoy it. Most Take your time, giving careful thought members of the media are good people to each question. There’s nothing wrong and they are on your side. So, try to have with taking time to think about your fun with it. answer before responding or to have the question repeated. Be polite in difficult situations. You’ll win friends and SOCIAL NETWORKING AND _ influence people. THE STUDENT-ATHLETE 11. IMAGE—Always project a good image All Towson University coaches, staff, and by having a neat appearance when doing student-athletes should be aware that the television interviews. Make the most of Department of Athletics monitors and will the opportunity to showcase yourself and continue to monitor all online social networks Towson University. Look at the interviewer, (i.e., Facebook, Twitter and MySpace) for not the camera. If the television or radio content involving Towson student-athletes that interview isn’t live, don’t hesitate to stop is deemed inappropriate. and ask if you can repeat your answer. Inappropriate Content: Smile. It goes a long way. • Posting photos, videos, comments or posters 12. HOW TO ANSWER—You can answer a showing the personal use of alcohol, tobacco, question from a reporter in one of three eg., no holding cups, cans, shot glasses. ways: • Posting photos, videos, and comments that a. Directly and immediately (yes or no), are of a sexual nature. This includes links to b. After taking time to think, websites of a pornographic nature and other c. Not at all (if the question is negative, inappropriate material. bridge to a positive answer). Provide • Posting pictures, videos, comments or posters short, concise answers. Short and that condone drug related activity. This simple answers are the easiest to includes but is not limited to images that quote. They are least likely to be mis- portray the personal use of marijuana, and quoted or taken out of context. drug paraphernalia.

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• Using inappropriate or offensive language in all • Be aware of who you add as a friend to your site – comments, videos and other postings. This includes many people are looking to take advantage of student- threats of violence and derogatory comments against athletes or to seek connection with student-athletes. race and/or gender. • Consider how the above behaviors can be reflected Over the past several years, universities and athletics in all Social Media applications including Facebook departments have developed and implemented policies and Twitter. designed to educate student-athletes about the risks associated with the use of online social networks sites Bottom Line: and to monitor activity on those sites. The Towson University Department of Athletics Numerous student-athletes have engaged in behavior urges you to be cautious when posting content on via these websites, which they believe to be harmless. websites and all social media accounts. Unfortunately this lack of good judgment has resulted REMEMBER DO NOT POST ANYTHING ON in serious consequences such as the loss of scholar- YOUR PROFILE IF YOU WOULD NOT WANT ships, playing time, and the opportunity to participate in his or her sport. THAT INFORMATION ON THE FRONT PAGE OF A NEWSPAPER. • Two LSU swimmers were removed from the team after making disparaging comments about their coaches on Facebook. • Colrado football player and cross country runner were issued harassment tickets by campus police after sending a racially threatening Facebook message to a Hispanic cross country runner. • The entire Northwestern women's soccer team was placed on suspension after photographs of hazing activities were placed on a MySpace site. • Two Nebraska wrestlers were removed from the team and their scholarships revoked for photographs posed on a pornographic website. For your own safety, please keep the following recommendations in mind as you participate in social networking websites: • Set your security settings so that only your friends can view your profile. • You should not post your email, home address, local address, telephone number(s), or other personal information as it could lead to unwanted attention, stalking, identity theft, etc.

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The Total Tiger Life Skills Program at Towson A cADEMIC_Development University is implemented with the purpose of supporting student development, to enhance The Department of Athletics is committed to the quality of the student-athlete experience graduating student-athletes at a rate equal to within the university setting, and to prepare or higher than the University average within student-athletes to face the challenges they will a four to six year period. Academic advising, meet after graduation. academic support, and academic success programs are offered through the University and This program not only addresses the transition supplemented by the Department of Athletics. from high school to college and the challenges Learning strategies and skills are developed student-athletes face throughout their college through programs that may address learning experience, it also helps students bridge the gap styles, time management, organization, note and from college to professional life in their chosen test taking skills, and other areas that promote careers. In addition the importance of “giving academic success. back” and making meaningful contributions to their communities are values nurtured during Information is disseminated through meetings these formative years. The initiatives imple- with athletics academic advisors and academic mented as part of the Total Tiger Life Skills staff, group presentations, tutoring and peer Program are designed to: mentoring. Students with documented special needs are encouraged to register with the Office • Support the efforts of every student-athlete of Disability Support Services and take advan- toward intellectual development and gradu- tage of the helpful accommodations that they ation; can provide. • Help student-athletes develop strategies to meet the challenges they will face in college Athletic Development and in life after graduation; Student-athletes are encouraged to fully utilize • Promote respect for and an appreciation of the facilities, coaching staff, sports performance diversity; staff and support services that will assist them in reaching their full potential athletically. Total • Enhance interpersonal relationships within Tiger Life Skills programs also assist student- the athletics and university communities; athletes to develop leadership skills such as team • Encourage the development of leadership building, motivation, conflict resolution, and skills; “slump busting”. Communication, cooperation, • Assist student-athletes in building positive discipline, perseverance, respect for the strengths self-esteem; and weaknesses of others, sportsmanship, fair play and integrity are transferable skills that are • Enable student-athletes to make meaningful developed through sports participation that will contributions to their communities; and benefit student-athletes for a lifetime. • Promote ownership by the student-athletes of their academic, athletic, personal and social Personal Development responsibilities. Through a variety of educational programs The Total Tiger Life Skills Program focuses on throughout the year, student-athletes are student-athlete development in five key areas: given opportunities to identify their funda- Academics, Athletics, Personal Development, mental values, enhance communication Career Development, and Community Service. skills, and develop decision-making skills that will enable them to manage their own personal development and well being. Our goal is to expose student-athletes to infor-

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mation and experiences that will broaden and Visiting hospitals and schools, blood drives, enrich their collegiate experience, help them assisting with the Senior and Special Olympic make good choices, and prepare them for life Programs, participating in charity runs such as beyond Towson. We challenge them to think “Race for the Cure”, collecting personal care for themselves and examine their beliefs and items and clothing for the needy, book, t-shirt values in a safe environment. Alcohol use and stuffed animal drives, campus and stream and abuse, the dangers of drugs and perfor- clean-ups, assisting with Move-in Days, and mance-enhancing supplements, risky behaviors, sport skills clinics are just a few examples of AIDS, date rape, proper nutrition and eating community outreach activities sponsored by disorders, celebrating diversity, gambling, our teams in the past. Involvement in these and depression are just a few of the topics programs by teams and individuals not only covered in a variety of programs relating to benefits the community, but also serves to student welfare that are made available to develop team bonding, leadership skills, posi- students. Some programs are required for tive relationships between the University and student-athletes and their attendance is expected. the community, and the wonderful feeling of Student-athletes, who miss required seminars having made a difference. without permission from their coach, may jeopardize their eligibility. Leadership Development Various leadership development opportunities Career Development are offered throughout the year. Some are We are committed to assisting student-athletes in offered within a team setting (i.e. Leadership the process of career development. Workshops Councils with class representation within teams), and seminars are offered to assist student-athletes select programs are planned for student -athletes in choosing a major, resume writing, developing identified as rising leaders, and others are open interviewing skills, and exploring career paths. to students interested in enhancing their leader- Internship and job fairs are held at the University ship skills. The focus of this programming is both terms, and student-athletes are encouraged to nurture student-athletes to take the initiative to attend. The Career Center, located at 7800 to become positive leaders who will serve as York Road, is available to assist students in building blocks to Towson University Athletic identifying potential career paths, internships, success on and off the field. and job possibilities. Alumni also stand willing to assist student-athletes in their job search and Freshman _ have returned to campus to conduct workshops, Transition Program participate in networking sessions, inform student- athletes of internships and job openings, and The Freshmen Transition Program (FTP) share their experiences. will focus on the issues that present the most challenges to freshman student-athletes. Community Service Freshmen advising sessions and FTP meetings may include discussions, presentations Student-athletes are challenged and encouraged and seminars addressing the following topics: to give back to communities and individuals University Procedures and Resources, Engaging who are in need. Through community service Instructors, Note-taking, Time Management, initiatives planned by teams, the Student-Athlete Test-taking Tips, Writing Papers, Plagiarism, Advisory Council - PAWS (Proud Athletes Who Choosing a Major, Career Planning, Moving Serve), and the University Office of Student Off Campus, Managing Finances, Diversity Activities, our student-athletes are given the Awareness, Social & Sexual Responsibility, and opportunity to develop the foundation for a life- NCAA Continuing Eligibility. long commitment of service and volunteerism.

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P.A.W.S. Student-athlete representatives are elected by their teams or appointed by the Head Coach. Repre- All Tiger sports teams and the cheerleaders select sentatives have considerable autonomy with regard to representatives to serve on the student-Athlete the direction they wish to take the organization. Advisory Council. The student representatives have chosen to recognize the board as P.A.W.S., “Proud The Student-Athlete Advisory Council representa- Athletes Who Serve.” tives promote interaction of fellow student-athletes, and are committed to becoming a positive force on The Student-Athlete Advisory Council was developed the Towson University campus and in the community. for the following purposes: Monthly meetings are open to all student-athletes. 1. To streamline and promote efficient and effective Interested persons should contact their respective coach communication between the Department of Athletics or team representatives. administration and the student-athlete population; 2. To design and implement programs that encourage academic achievement, health promotion, social responsibility and general life skills awareness; 3. To actively encourage more student-athlete involvement in campus and community outreach programs; and 4. To promote “togetherness” and support for all varsity teams by encouraging attendance at the athletic competitions of fellow student-athletes.

PAWS Proud Athletes Who Serve

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CONFERENCE _ DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS ACADEMIC RECOGNITION Student-athletes receive a Towson Univer- At the end of each sports season, student- sity Athletics Award Watch after they have athletes who excel academically during their lettered in their sport (at Towson) for two sports season are recognized by the CAA and years. Student-athletes who have exhausted Towson University. Certificates honoring their their eligibility, or graduating seniors academic achievements are awarded to the who have been contributing members of student-athletes the term following the conclu- their team for a minimum of one year, will be sion of their sports season. provided with a Towson University Athletics Blanket. TSOW ON Athletics Scholars TEAM AWARDS On an annual basis, coaches may provide award Each spring, the Department plaques to honor selected student-athletes. It of Athletics recognizes student- is the Head Coach’s responsibility to determine athletes and cheerleaders the award criteria and award winners. The who achieve an average award recipients are determined following the GPA of 3.5 or above the completion of the sport’s traditional season. previous two terms, or The respective Sports Supervisor will approve minimum 3.5 cumulative the awards before they are ordered. GPA, as Towson University Tiger Athletics Scholars. ANNUAL ATHLETICS AWARDS In 2008, Athletics instituted a new tradition EVENT honoring students within the athletics program who are graduating or exhausting their NCAA At the end of the academic year, the Depart- eligibility. Custom-designed Towson Univer- ment of Athletics sponsors an end of year sityTiger Athletics Scholar Medallions are awards program for all student-athletes and awarded to students who achieved a cumula- special guests. Parents of student-athletes are tive GPA of 3.5 or above through their last also invited to attend. The following awards complete term. are presented: 1. Tiger Leadership Awards: Each sport has TSOW ON ATHLETICS _ a student-athlete on their team honored HONOR ROLL at the end of the year dinner. The head coach selects the award recipient whose Each spring, the Department of Athletics names performance and dedication contributed to student-athletes and cheerleaders who achieve a the success of the team. An award winner GPA between a 3.0 and 3.49 the previous two is also selected from the cheerleaders. terms to the Towson University Athletics Honor Award winners will be provided with an Roll. Freshman who meet the criteria during award honoring their achievements. their first term are also named to the Honor Roll. 2. Strength & Conditioning Athletes of the Year—This award is presented annually to the top male and female varsity student- athlete who empowers the principles of strength and conditioning to become a true leader in their sport.

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3. Academic Achievement Awards—NCAA, athletes whose performance and dedi- CAA and other academic recognition cation have made a significant con- awards are presented to Towson’s top tribution to the success of their team scholar-athletes. In addition, the Tiger during the current academic year. Club Scholar-Athlete of the Year Award e. Coach of the Year Award—Awarded to recognizes a male and female graduating the Head Coach who, by the collective student-athlete who has excelled in vote of the Head Coaches and athletic competition as well as academics. Administrative Staff, had the “most Additional national, regional, conference successful year”. or departmental academic awards may also be presented. f. Team of the Year Award—Awarded to the team who by the collective vote of 4. Team Academic Awards—P.A.W.S. (Tow- the Administrative Leadership Team son’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee) had the most successful competitive initiated the Wayne Edwards Team Aca- season. demic Award presented to the men’s team and women’s team with the highest aver- 7. Doc Minnegan Award and Director’s age GPA from the previous two terms. Awards—May be awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions 5. Inspiration Award—May be awarded to to TU Athletics. an individual for extraordinary acts of courage, perseverance or service to others. CAA SAAC REPRESENTATIVES 6. Department of Athletics Special Awards: Two student athletes, one from a men’s sport At the end of the year Athletic Awards and one from a women’s sport are selected Banquet, department-wide awards are to represent Towson University on the CAA presented. The winners are selected based Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. The CAA on nomination by the coaching staff and SAAC meets at least once each year and may vote of the Head Coaches and Admin- be consulted at other times if deemed necessary. istrative Staff. These awards include: The representatives meet with the SAAC Advi- a. Unsung Hero Award (male and sors to discuss common issues and concerns, female)—Awarded to the two and to provide feedback to the Conference student-athletes who have contributed Directors of Athletics. significantly to the success of the team and often go unrecognized. A.p.p.l.e. conference b. Rookie of the Year (male and female)— A team of four to six individuals consisting of Awarded to two first-year student- student-athletes and athletic staff are invited athletes who make an immediate im- to participate in the A.P.P.L.E. Conference at pact on their team. the University of Virginia each year. A.P.P.L.E. c. Senior Athlete Career Achievement stands for Alcohol Prevention, Programming, Awards (male and female)—Awarded and Leadership Education. The participants to two out-standing senior-athletes who share experiences, are inspired by informative have made significant contributions speakers, and come away from the conference to their team throughout their with ideas and strategies to implement on their intercollegiate career. own campus. d. Athlete of the Year Awards (male and Student-athletes interested in participating in the female—Awarded to two student- A.P.P.L.E. Conference should contact the Asso- ciate Director of Athletics for Student Success.

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sport supervisors exit interviews Each team is assigned a Sport Supervisor, which Just as there is a process for becoming a student- is an athletics administrator who works closely athlete, there is a process for leaving a sports with the specific sport coaches and team . These team. When student-athletes have completed individuals are available to guide student- their eligibility or leave the team for any reason, athletes to appropriate resources and to discuss they are asked to complete an on-line exit any concerns or problems that may arise that interview which, may be supplemented with cannot be managed successfully within the team an in-person exit interview with the Sport situation. The Sport Supervisor meets with each Supervisor responsible for supervising that team, team at the beginning of the season to review the Director of Athletics, or a member of the the Student-Athlete Handbook/Planner and Intercollegiate Athletics Committee. Feedback is address any questions students might have as requested concerning all aspects of the student- the academic year begins. Throughout the year, athlete experience from selecting their college the Sport Supervisors work closely with the and major, effectiveness of orientation and coaches, are available to support their teams, advising, level of satisfaction with their courses and will travel with the team to away from and instructors, their athletic experiences and home contests. At the end of the year, the Sport support services that were made available to Supervisor will review a “Program Evaluation” them, to the preparation they received to face completed by student-athletes. These evaluative life after college. This information is valuable tools (along with the exit interviews which are in helping to evaluate programs and services in coordinated by the NCAA Faculty Athletics an effort to best meet the needs of our student- Representative) provide important feedback athletes. Constructive feedback is always on various aspects of the sports program and welcome, and student-athletes need not wait services provided to student-athletes. Please until the end of their season, academic year or feel free to contact your Sports Supervisor or athletics career to offer suggestions or express Dr. Gail Gasparich—NCAA Faculty Athletics concerns. Representative ([email protected]) if you have any concerns or would like to set up a time to talk.

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Compliance committee intercollegiate _ The purpose of the Athletics Compliance athletics committee (IAC) Committee, chaired by the Faculty Athletics The purpose of the Intercollegiate Athletics Representative, is to ensure Department of Committee is to advise the President, report to Athletics’ adherence to all rules, procedures, the University Senate, and make appropriate and requirements of the National Collegi- recommendations on matters relevant to the ate Athletic Association, applicable confer- Intercollegiate Athletics Program’s status, direc- ences, and the University. The activities tion, and major policy/operational processes. and findings of the Athletics Compliance Committee will be reported by its chair- The IAC is charged with: person, the Faculty Athletics Represen- A. Participating actively in decisions related tative, to the Intercollegiate Athletics Com- to conference affiliation, sports spon- mittee, and the President of the University. sorship, and the selection of an athletic The Athletics Compliance Committee is respon- director. sible for monitoring NCAA and Conference B. Reviewing data, provided by the Univer- compliance requirements within the Depart- sity Compliance committee, concerning ment of Athletics, and within other University the program’s compliance with NCAA offices. In addition, at the discretion of the and conference compliance regulations and chairperson, committee members may conduct with gender equity and other office of Civil randomized, periodic reviews of compliance Rights requirements. records including, but not limited to, recruiting C. Reviewing data, provided by the Registrar information (telephone and contact/evaluation or Faculty Athletics Representative, con- logs, official visit records, etc.), squad lists, cerning initial and continuing eligibility of playing/practice season reports, and athlete exit student-athletes. interview reports. Summary findings of these reviews are reported by the chairperson to the D. Reviewing schedules of athletic contests, Intercollegiate Athletics Committee and, when particularly in light of their fiscal and necessary to the President of the University. In academic implications. addition to representatives from the Department E. Reviewing financial planning, budgetary of Athletics, the committee consists of represen- management, and other related fiscal activi- tatives of Admissions, Financial Aid, Enrollment ties. Services, Student Conduct, a University faculty representative, and a student-athlete. The committee consists of the Faculty Athletics Representative, a representative from the Provost’s Office, elected faculty representatives from each of the colleges in Towson University, student representatives appointed by the SGA, a representative appointed by the University’s Chief Financial Officer, the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology, and the Director of Campus Recreation Services. The committee chair reports to the University Presi- dent and provides periodic program updates to the Faculty Senate.

Towson Universi ty 2012-2013 Student-Athlete Handbook and Pl anner 3-Year Calendar S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 APRIL MARCH JANUARY 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 FEBRUARY 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30

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16 17 18 19 20 21 22 OCTOBER 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 DECEMBER NOVEMBER SEPTEMBER 23 23 24 /30 45672 2 2 2 28 29 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 /30 /31 56782 2 2 2 29

S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 APRIL MARCH JANUARY 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 FEBRUARY 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 24 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 /31 25678 2 2 2 29 30 28 29 30

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117 2012 AUGUST

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... 6...... 7...... 8...... 13...... 14...... 15...... 20...... 21...... 22...... 27...... 28...... 29......

118 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG

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www.towsontigers.com 119 AUGUST AUGUST 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 If you are going to be a champion, you must be willing to pay a greater 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 price. - Bud Wilkinson 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 3 0 JULY......

TUESDAY 31 • W Soccer Move In JULY......

WEDNESDAY 1 • W Soccer First Practice AUGUST......

THURSDAY 2 • Football Move In AUGUST......

120 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG A FRIDAY 3 • Football First Practice AUGUST...... • FB Athletics Orientation ......

SATURDAY 4 • FB Athletics Orientation AUGUST......

SUNDAY 5 • FB Athletics Orientation AUGUST......

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www.towsontigers.com 121 AUGUST AUGUST 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 One man can be a crucial ingredient on a team, but one man cannot make 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 a team. - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 6 • FB Athletics Orientation AUGUST......

TUESDAY 7 • M Soccer Move In AUGUST...... • Field Hockey Move In • Volleyball Move In ......

WEDNESDAY 8 • M Soccer First Practice AUGUST...... • Field Hockey First Practice • Volleyball First Practice ......

THURSDAY 9 AUGUST......

122 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG A FRIDAY 10 AUGUST......

SATURDAY 11 • Field Hockey Alumni Day AUGUST......

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www.towsontigers.com 123 AUGUST AUGUST 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a lack of will. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 - . Vincent T Lombardi 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 13 AUGUST......

TUESDAY 14 AUGUST......

WEDNESDAY 15 AUGUST......

THURSDAY 16 AUGUST......

124 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG A FRIDAY 17 AUGUST......

SATURDAY 18 • M Soccer Scrimmage AUGUST...... vs. Temple ......

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www.towsontigers.com 125 AUGUST AUGUST 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 There are no shortcuts to any place worth going. - Beverly Sills 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 20 • Athletics Orientation AUGUST...... (Fall Sports) ......

TUESDAY 21 AUGUST......

WEDNESDAY 22 AUGUST......

THURSDAY 23 AUGUST......

126 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG A FRIDAY 24 • M Soccer vs. Monmouth AUGUST...... • Volleyball Battle of the Bay @ Coppin ......

SATURDAY 25 • Freshman Move In AUGUST...... • Freshman Orientation • Volleyball Battle of ...... the Bay @ Coppin ...... • Athlete Parent Meeting ......

SUNDAY 26 • Freshman Orientation AUGUST...... • Dr. Beatrice Berry • Athletics Orientation ...... (Winter/Spring Sports) ......

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www.towsontigers.com 127 AUGUST AUGUST 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 You only ever grow as a human being if you're outside your comfort zone. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 - Percy Cerutty 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 27 • Freshman Orientation AUGUST...... • Athletics Orientation (Winter/Spring Sports) ...... • Convocation ...... • Tiger Pride Tailgate • All Athlete & Athletic ...... Staff Meeting • First Year Athlete Picnic ...... • Welcome Concert ......

TUESDAY 28 • Freshman Orientation AUGUST...... • Volleyball vs. Loyola • One Towson Volleyball Event ......

WEDNESDAY 29 • First Day of Classes AUGUST...... • Change of schedule period begins ......

THURSDAY 30 AUGUST......

128 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. UG A FRIDAY 31 • Cross Country AUGUST...... Baltimore Metro Meet ......

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Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 2...... 3...... LABOR DAY 4...... 9...... 10...... 11...... 16...... 17...... ROSH HASHANAH 18...... 23...... 24...... 25...... 30......

130 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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www.towsontigers.com 131 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 Fall seven times, stand up eight. - Japanese proverb 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 3 • Labor Day SEPTEMBER...... • TU Closed ......

TUESDAY 4 • Minnegan Day SEPTEMBER...... • "Becoming a Titan" - Herman Boone ......

WEDNESDAY 5 • M Soccer vs. Howard SEPTEMBER...... • Student Involvement Fair ......

THURSDAY 6 • Athletics Orientation SEPTEMBER......

132 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 7 • Change of Schedule SEPTEMBER...... Period Ends

• TU Tennis Classic SEP ......

SATURDAY 8 • TU M Golf Invitational SEPTEMBER...... • TU Tennis Classic ......

SUNDAY 9 • TU M Golf Invitational SEPTEMBER...... • TU W Golf Invitational • TU Tennis Classic ...... (Rain Date) ......

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www.towsontigers.com 133 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 go. - t T.S. Elio 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 10 • TU M Golf Invitational SEPTEMBER...... • TU W Golf Invitational • Pep Rally ...... • PAWS Meeting ......

TUESDAY 11 • M Soccer vs. Loyola SEPTEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 12 • Off-Campus Living Fair SEPTEMBER......

THURSDAY 13 SEPTEMBER......

134 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 14 • President's Inauguraation SEPTEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 135 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 the shore. -e Andr Gide 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 17 • Rosh Hashanah SEPTEMBER......

TUESDAY 18 • Rosh Hashanah SEPTEMBER...... • Volleyball vs. LaSalle ......

WEDNESDAY 19 SEPTEMBER......

THURSDAY 20 SEPTEMBER......

136 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 21 •Cross Country Invite SEPTEMBER...... • Field Hockey vs. VCU • Volleyball vs. U.Delaware ...... SEP • Tiger Honors Event ......

SATURDAY 22 • Fall Begins SEPTEMBER...... • Homecoming • M Soccer vs. Georgia State ...... • Football vs. St. Francis ...... • Academic Recognition of Winter and Spring Sports ......

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www.towsontigers.com 137 SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 You miss 100% of the shots that you never take. - Wayne Gretzky 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 24 • Budgeting & Money SEPTEMBER...... Management Life Skills Program ......

TUESDAY 25 SEPTEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 26 • Yom Kippur SEPTEMBER......

THURSDAY 27 • Resume Writing Life Skills SEPTEMBER...... Program ......

138 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 28 • W Soccer vs. ODU SEPTEMBER...... • Field Hockey vs. Drexel • Volleyball vs. Georgia State ...... SEP

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SATURDAY 29 • Softball vs. Georgetown SEPTEMBER...... • Swim/Dive Alumni Meet • Swim & Dive Fundraising ...... Dinner ......

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Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... 2...... 3...... 8...... COLUMBUS DAY 9...... 10...... 15...... 16...... 17...... 22...... 23...... 24...... 29...... 30...... 31...... HALLOWEEN ......

140 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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www.towsontigers.com 141 OCTOBER OCTOBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off the goal. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 -e Vinc Lombardi 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

• Interviewing and OCTOBER...... Networking Strategies Life Skills Program ......

• Dress for Success Fashion OCTOBER...... Show ......

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THURSDAY 4 OCTOBER......

142 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information.

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• W Soccer vs. JMU OCTOBER...... • Softball Alumni Game ......

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www.towsontigers.com 143 OCTOBER OCTOBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 of failure. - Unknown 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 8 • Columbus Day OCTOBER...... • PAWS Meeting ......

TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER......

WEDNESDAY 10 • Business Etiquette and OCTOBER...... Networking Dinner ......

THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER......

144 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 12 • Family Weekend OCTOBER...... • Field Hockey vs. UC Davis @ Maryland ...... • Golf Alumni & Friends ...... Outing

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SATURDAY 13 • Family Weekend OCTOBER...... • M Soccer vs. Drexel • Football vs. Maine ......

SUNDAY 14 • Family Weekend OCTOBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 145 OCTOBER OCTOBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 You must have long-range goals to keep you from being frustrated by 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 short-range failures. -s Charle C. Noble 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 15 october......

TUESDAY 16 • TU Fall Career Fair october......

WEDNESDAY 17 • M Soccer vs. George Mason october......

THURSDAY 18 • "The Ultimate Learning october...... Experience" - Life Skills Program ......

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146 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 19 • W Soccer vs. UNC october...... Wilmington • Volleyball vs. Hofstra ......

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SATURDAY 20 • Swim/Dive vs. Georgetown october...... * Football vs. ODU ......

SUNDAY 21 • Race for a Cure october...... • Field Hockey vs. Delaware • W Socer vs. Georgia State ...... • Volleyball vs. Northeastern ......

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www.towsontigers.com 147 OCTOBER OCTOBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 - John Wooden 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 22 • Internship and Job october...... Planning Life Skills Program ......

TUESDAY 23 • Mock Interviews by october...... Employers in Career Center (By Appointment) ......

WEDNESDAY 24 • M Soccer vs. Northeastern october......

THURSDAY 25 october......

148 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 26 • W Lacrosse Celebration october......

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SATURDAY 27 • Cross Country @ CAA october...... Championships • W Basketball vs. Syracuse ...... (Scrimmage) ......

SUNDAY 28 • W Soccer CAA Quarter october...... Finals ......

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www.towsontigers.com 149 2012 NOVEMBER

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 5...... 6...... ELECTION DAY 7...... 12...... 13...... 14...... 19...... 20...... 21...... 26...... 27...... 28......

150 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

1...... 2...... 3...... 4...... DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS ...... 8...... 9...... 10...... 11...... VETERAN'S DAY ...... OV N ...... 15...... 16...... 17...... 18...... 22...... THANKSGIVING DAY 23...... 24...... 25...... 29...... 30...... Notes......

www.towsontigers.com 151 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 Motivation gets you going. Discipline keeps you going.” - Jim Ryan 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 29 OCTOBER......

TUESDAY 30 • Budgeting and Money OCTOBER...... Management Life Skills Program ...... (Upper Classmen) ......

WEDNESDAY 31 OCTOBER......

THURSDAY 1 • Field Hockey CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship ......

152 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 2 • W Soccer CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship • Pigskin Pass Our Leg to ...... Aberdeen (Day 1) ...... OV

SATURDAY N 3 • M Soccer CAA Quater NOVEMBER...... Finals • Pigskin Pass Final Leg ...... at Delaware (Day 2) ...... • Football @ Delaware • Field Hockey CAA ...... Championship

SUNDAY 4 • Field Hockey CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship • W Soccer CAA ...... Championship ...... • Cross Country Alumni Meet ...... • Daylight Savings Time Ends

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www.towsontigers.com 153 NOVEMBER november 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 People forget what you said. People forget what you did, but people will 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 5 • PAWS Meeting NOVEMBER......

TUESDAY 6 • Election Day NOVEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 7 • Last Day to Withdraw NOVEMBER...... from a course with (W) • "Can I Kiss You?" ...... Life Skills Program ......

THURSDAY 8 • M Soccer CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship ......

154 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 9 • Volleyball vs. UNC NOVEMBER...... Wilmington ...... OV

SATURDAY N 10 • Cross Country @ NCAA NOVEMBER...... Mid Atlantic Regionals at PSU ...... • Swim/Dive vs. GW ...... • M Soccer CAA Championship ...... • Football vs.Rhode Island • Volleyball vs. William and Mary SUNDAY 11 • Veteran's Day NOVEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 155 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 Confidence is contagious. So is lack of confidence.” -e Vinc Lombardi 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 12 • CAA/Brian Boyle Blood NOVEMBER...... Drive • M. Basketball vs. Goldy ...... Beacon (Exhibition) ......

TUESDAY 13 • W Basketball vs. Morgan NOVEMBER...... State ......

WEDNESDAY 14 • "DORA Program" – NOVEMBER...... Recognizing & Dealing with Depression Life Skills ...... Program ......

THURSDAY 15 NOVEMBER......

156 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 16 • Volleyball CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship ...... OV

SATURDAY N 17 • Volleyball CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship • Cross Country @ ECAC ...... Championship ......

SUNDAY 18 • Volleyball CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship ......

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www.towsontigers.com 157 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 One person can make a difference and every person should try. - _ 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 John F. Kennedy 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 19 • Volleyball CAA NOVEMBER...... Championship ......

TUESDAY 20 NOVEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 21 • Thanksgiving Break - NOVEMBER...... TU Closed ......

THURSDAY 22 • Thanksgiving Break - NOVEMBER...... TU Closed ......

158 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 23 • Thanksgiving Break - NOVEMBER...... TU Closed ...... OV

SATURDAY N 24 • NCAA Football Playoffs NOVEMBER......

SUNDAY 25 NOVEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 159 NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 Believe me, the reward is not so great without the struggle. - Wilma Rudolph 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 26 • Classes Resume NOVEMBER......

TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 28 • W Basketball vs. Coppin NOVEMBER......

THURSDAY 29 • Volleyball - NCAA 1st NOVEMBER...... Round ......

160 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 30 NOVEMBER...... OV

SATURDAY N 1 •NCAA Football Playoffs DECEMBER......

SUNDAY 2 DECEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 161 2012 DECEMBER

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 3...... 4...... 5...... 10...... 11...... 12...... 17...... 18...... 19...... 24...... 25...... CHRISTMAS DAY 26...... KWANZAA ...... 31......

162 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

...... 1...... 2...... 6...... 7...... 8...... 9...... HANUKKAH ......

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www.towsontigers.com 163 DECEMBER DECEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 You must be the change you wish to see in the world - Mahatma Gandi 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 /31 5672 2 2 28 29 30

MONDAY 3 • PAWS Meeting DECEMBER......

TUESDAY 4 DECEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 5 DECEMBER......

THURSDAY 6 DECEMBER......

164 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 7 DECEMBER......

SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER...... DEC ......

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www.towsontigers.com 165 DECEMBER DECEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever. -y Mar Lou Retton 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 /31 5672 2 2 28 29 30

MONDAY 10 DECEMBER......

TUESDAY 11 • W Basketball vs. Maryland DECEMBER...... • Athlete Recognition Program ...... (Dec. 2012 Graduates) ......

WEDNESDAY 12 • Last Day of Classes DECEMBER......

THURSDAY 13 • Final Exams DECEMBER......

166 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 14 • Final Exams DECEMBER......

SATURDAY 15 • Final Exams DECEMBER...... DEC ......

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www.towsontigers.com 167 DECEMBER DECEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 excellence. -e Vinc Lombardi 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 /31 5672 2 2 28 29 30

MONDAY 17 • Final Exams DECEMBER......

TUESDAY 18 • Final Exams DECEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 19 • Last Day of Finals DECEMBER...... • Womens Basketball vs. Bucknell ...... • Men's Basketball vs...... Coppin ......

THURSDAY 20 DECEMBER......

168 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 21 • W Basketball vs. Delaware DECEMBER...... State • Winter Begins ......

SATURDAY 22 DECEMBER...... DEC ......

SUNDAY 23 DECEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 169 DECEMBER DECEMBER 2012 M T W T F S S 1 2 If not you, who? If not now, when? - Garry Herbert 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 /31 5672 2 2 28 29 30

MONDAY 24 DECEMBER......

TUESDAY 25 • Christmas Day DECEMBER......

WEDNESDAY 26 DECEMBER......

THURSDAY 27 DECEMBER......

170 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 28 DECEMBER......

SATURDAY 29 DECEMBER...... DEC ......

SUNDAY 30 • W Basketball vs. Maine DECEMBER......

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www.towsontigers.com 171 2013 JANUARY

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... New Year's DAY 2...... 7...... 8...... 9...... 14...... 15...... 16...... 21...... MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY 22...... 23...... 28...... 29...... 30......

172 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

3...... 5...... 5...... 6...... 10...... 11...... 12...... 13...... 17...... 8...... 19...... 20...... AN

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www.towsontigers.com 173 JANUARY JANUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 If you fail to prepare, you’re prepared to fail. - Mark Spitz 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 31 DECEMBER......

TUESDAY 1 • New Year's Day JANUARY......

WEDNESDAY 2 • Mini-Mester Classes Begin JANUARY......

THURSDAY 3 JANUARY......

174 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 4 JANUARY......

SATURDAY 5 • Swim & Dive vs. Howard JANUARY...... • Football NCAA Championship ...... AN J SUNDAY 6 • January Commencement JANUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 175 JANUARY JANUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 I hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 the rest of your life as a champion. - Muhammad Ali 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 7 JANUARY......

TUESDAY 8 JANUARY......

WEDNESDAY 9 JANUARY......

THURSDAY 10 JANUARY......

176 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 11 JANUARY......

SATURDAY 12 • Swim & Dive vs. George JANUARY...... Mason ...... AN J SUNDAY 13 JANUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 177 JANUARY JANUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 Failure is not fatal, but failure to change might be. - John Wooden 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 14 JANUARY......

TUESDAY 15 JANUARY......

WEDNESDAY 16 JANUARY......

THURSDAY 17 JANUARY......

178 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 18 • A.P.P.L.E. Conference JANUARY......

SATURDAY 19 • A.P.P.L.E. Conference JANUARY...... AN J SUNDAY 20 • A.P.P.L.E. Conference JANUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 179 JANUARY JANUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t – you’re right. - _ 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Henry Ford 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 21 • Martin Luther King Day - JANUARY...... TU Closed ......

TUESDAY 22 JANUARY......

WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY......

THURSDAY 24 JANUARY......

180 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 25 • Gymnastics Tri-Meet TBA JANUARY......

SATURDAY 26 • Gymnastics Tri-Meet TBA JANUARY...... AN J SUNDAY 27 • Gymnastics Tri-Meet TBA JANUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 181 JANUARY JANUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 - Aristotle 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 28 • First Day of Classes JANUARY......

TUESDAY 29 JANUARY......

WEDNESDAY 30 • Athletics Freshman JANUARY...... Transition Program ......

THURSDAY 31 JANUARY......

182 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 1 FEBRUARY......

SATURDAY 2 FEBRUARY...... AN J SUNDAY 3 FEBRUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 183 2013 FEBRUARY

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 4...... 5...... 6...... 11...... 12...... 13...... ASH WEDNESDAY ...... 18...... PRESIDENT'S DAY 19...... 20...... 25...... 26...... 27...... 28......

184 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

...... 1...... 2...... 3...... 7...... 8...... 9...... 1 0 ...... 14...... VALENTINE'S DAY 15...... 16...... 17......

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www.towsontigers.com 185 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 expecting different results. -t Alber Einstein 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

MONDAY 4 • PAWS Meeting FEBRUARY......

TUESDAY 5 • Change of Schedule period FEBRUARY...... ends. Last day to drop a course......

WEDNESDAY 6 • Spring Involvement Fair FEBRUARY......

THURSDAY 7 FEBRUARY......

186 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 8 FEBRUARY......

SATURDAY 9 FEBRUARY......

SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 187 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 Teamwork makes the dream work. - Unknown 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

MONDAY 11 FEBRUARY......

TUESDAY 12 FEBRUARY......

WEDNESDAY 13 • Ash Wednesday FEBRUARY......

THURSDAY 14 • Valentine's Day FEBRUARY......

188 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 15 FEBRUARY......

SATURDAY 16 • M Lax vs. Hopkins FEBRUARY...... • Tennis vs. Salisbury ......

SUNDAY 17 • Gymnastics Calloway FEBRUARY...... Invitational

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www.towsontigers.com 189 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 Never be satisfied with what you achieve, because it all pales in comparison 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 with what you are capable of doing in the future. - Rabbi Nochem Kaplan 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

MONDAY 18 • President's Day FEBRUARY......

TUESDAY 19 FEBRUARY......

WEDNESDAY 20 FEBRUARY......

THURSDAY 21 FEBRUARY......

190 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 22 • Washington's Birthday FEBRUARY......

SATURDAY 23 • M Lax vs. Loyola FEBRUARY......

SUNDAY 24 FEBRUARY......

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www.towsontigers.com 191 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 Every time you stay out late; every time you sleep in; every time you miss a 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 workout; every time you don't give 100% - You make it that much easier 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 for me to beat you - Unknown 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

MONDAY 25 FEBRUARY......

TUESDAY 26 FEBRUARY......

WEDNESDAY 27 • Swim & Dive @ CAA FEBRUARY...... Championships ......

THURSDAY 28 • Swim & Dive @ CAA FEBRUARY...... Championships ......

192 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 1 • Swim & Dive @ CAA MARCH...... Championships • Softball Tournament ...... w/Columbia, Iona & ...... Lehigh ......

SATURDAY 2 • Swim & Dive @ CAA MARCH...... Championships • Softball Tournament ...... w/Columbia, Iona & ...... Lehigh • W Lax vs. Loyola ......

SUNDAY 3 • Softball Tournament MARCH...... w/Columbia, Iona & Lehigh

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Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 4...... 5...... 6...... 11...... 12...... 13...... 18...... 19...... 20...... SPRING BEGINS ...... 25...... 26...... PASSOVER 27......

194 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

...... 1...... 2...... 3...... 7...... 8...... 9...... 1 0 ...... DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS ...... 14...... 15...... 16...... 17...... ST. PATRICK'S DAY ...... R 21...... 22...... 23...... 24......

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www.towsontigers.com 195 MARCH MARCH 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 You can have results or you can have your excuses. You cannot have both 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - Unknown 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 4 • PAWS Meeting MARCH......

TUESDAY 5 MARCH......

WEDNESDAY 6 • Softball vs. GW MARCH...... • Baseball vs. UMBC • Tennis vs. Morgan State ......

THURSDAY 7 MARCH......

196 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 8 • M Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship • Baseball vs. Delaware ...... • Gymnastics vs. Rutgers ...... TBA • M Lax vs. Marist ...... • Softball vs. Morgan State ......

SATURDAY 9 • M Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship • Softball vs. Brown & ...... TBA ...... • Gymnastics vs. Rutgers TBA ...... • Baseball vs. Delaware • Tennis vs. Coppin/Drexel • W Lax vs. Syracuse SUNDAY 10 • Daylight Savings Begins MARCH...... • M Basketball CAA Championship ...... • Gymnastics vs. Rutgers ...... TBA • Baseball vs. Delaware ...... • Softball w/Brown & TBA R MA NSOTE

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www.towsontigers.com 197 MARCH MARCH 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 If there is any such thing as good luck, it is that which results from hard 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 work and preparation. - Unknown 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 11 • M Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship ......

TUESDAY 12 MARCH......

WEDNESDAY 13 • Softball vs. Hampton MARCH...... • NCAA Zone Diving • Baseball vs. Penn ......

THURSDAY 14 • W Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship • NCAA Zone Diving ...... • Tennis vs. UMBC ......

198 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 15 • W Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship • NCAA Zone Diving ...... • Gym vs. S. Conn, GW & ...... Westchester ......

SATURDAY 16 • W Basketball CAA MARCH...... Championship • NCAA Zone Diving ...... • M Lax vs. Stony Brook ......

SUNDAY 17 • Spring Break MARCH...... • St. Patrick's Day • W Basketball CAA ...... Championship ......

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www.towsontigers.com 199 MARCH MARCH 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 that is strength - Arnold Shwarzenegger 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 18 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH......

TUESDAY 19 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH...... • W Lax vs. Hopkins ......

WEDNESDAY 20 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH...... • Spring Begins ......

THURSDAY 21 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH...... • NCAA W Swim & Dive Championships ......

200 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 22 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH...... • NCAA W Swim & Dive Championships ......

SATURDAY 23 • Spring Break TU Closed MARCH...... • NCAA W Swim & Dive Championships ...... • Gymnastics @ EAGL ...... Championship • Softball vs. JMU ......

SUNDAY 24 • Tennis vs. Hofstra & UMES MARCH...... * Softball vs. JMU ......

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www.towsontigers.com 201 MARCH MARCH 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 Mental will is a muscle that needs exercise, just like muscles of the body. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 - Lynn Jennings 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 25 MARCH......

TUESDAY 26 • Passover MARCH...... • W Lax vs. Maryland ......

WEDNESDAY 27 • Passover MARCH......

THURSDAY 28 • Passover MARCH...... • NCAA M Swim & Dive Championships ...... • Softball vs. Georgetown ......

202 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 29 • Passover/Good Friday MARCH...... • NCAA M Swim & Dive Championships ......

SATURDAY 30 • Passover MARCH...... • NCAA M Swim & Dive Championships ...... • Track and Field TU ...... Invitational • M Lax vs. Hofstra ......

SUNDAY 31 • Passover/Easter MARCH...... • M Golf Fireline Invite ......

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www.towsontigers.com 203 2013 APRIL

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... 2...... 3...... 8...... 9...... 10...... 15...... 16...... 17...... 22...... 23...... 24...... 29...... 30 ......

204 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

4...... 5...... 6...... 7...... 11...... 12...... 13...... 1. 4 ...... 18...... 19...... 20...... 21...... 25...... 26...... 27...... 28...... R ...... AP ...... Notes......

www.towsontigers.com 205 APRIL APRIL 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Obsessed is just a word the lazy use to describe the dedicated. - Unknown 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

• Passover APRIL...... • M Golf Fireline Invite • PAWS Meeting ......

• M Golf Fireline Invite APRIL......

• Baseball vs. Navy APRIL......

THURSDAY 4 • Softball vs. Mt. St. Mary's APRIL......

206 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. • Baseball vs. William & Mary APRIL......

• Baseball vs. William & Mary APRIL...... • Softball vs. Georgia State • M Lax vs. U Mass ......

• Baseball vs. William & Mary APRIL...... • Softball vs. Georgia State ......

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www.towsontigers.com 207 APRIL APRIL 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 permanent. - Marilyn vos Savant 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 8 APRIL......

TUESDAY 9 • Baseball vs. UMES APRIL......

WEDNESDAY 10 APRIL......

THURSDAY 11 APRIL......

208 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 12 • Last Day to Withdraw from a APRIL...... course with (W). • W Lax vs. William & Mary ......

SATURDAY 13 • Softball vs. Drexel APRIL...... • Tennis vs. JMU ......

SUNDAY 14 • Softball vs. Drexel APRIL...... • W Lax vs. ODU ......

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www.towsontigers.com 209 APRIL APRIL 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The strength of the group is the strength of the leaders. -e Vinc Lombardi 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 15 APRIL......

TUESDAY 16 APRIL......

WEDNESDAY 17 • Softball vs. Delaware State APRIL...... • Baseball vs. GW ......

THURSDAY 18 • Tennis @ CAA APRIL...... Championships ......

210 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 19 • Tennis @ CAA APRIL...... Championships • Tigerfest ......

SATURDAY 20 • Tennis @ CAA APRIL...... Championships • Big Event - Day of Service ......

SUNDAY 21 • Tennis @ CAA APRIL...... Championships • W Lax vs. Drexel ......

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www.towsontigers.com 211 APRIL APRIL 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Make sure that team members know they are working with you, not for you. - _ 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 John Wooden 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 22 APRIL......

TUESDAY 23 APRIL......

WEDNESDAY 24 • Baseball vs. Maryland APRIL......

THURSDAY 25 APRIL......

212 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 26 • W Lax CAA Championship APRIL...... • Baseball vs. UNCW ......

SATURDAY 27 • Softball vs. George Mason APRIL...... • Baseball vs. UNCW • M Lax vs. St. Joe's ......

SUNDAY 28 • W Lax CAA Championship APRIL...... • Softball vs. George Mason • Baseball vs. UNCW ......

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Nos te MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... 6...... 7...... 8...... 13...... 14...... 15...... 20...... 21...... 22...... 27...... MEMORIAL DAY 28...... 29......

214 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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www.towsontigers.com 215 MAY MAY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 My responsibility is leadership, and the minute I get negative, that is going 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 to have an influence on my team. - Don Shula 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 29 • PAWS Meeting APRIL......

TUESDAY 30 APRIL......

WEDNESDAY 1 • M Lax CAA Championship MAY...... Semi Finals • Baseball vs. UMBC ......

THURSDAY 2 MAY......

216 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 3 • Track & Field CAA MAY...... Championships @ TU ......

SATURDAY 4 • Track & Field CAA MAY...... Championships @ TU • M Lax CAA Championships ......

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www.towsontigers.com 217 MAY MAY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 You are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself, your 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, that is real joy. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 - Arthur Ashe 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 6 MAY......

TUESDAY 7 MAY......

WEDNESDAY 8 • Softball CAA MAY...... Championships ......

THURSDAY 9 • Softball CAA MAY...... Championships ......

218 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 10 • Softball CAA MAY...... Championships • Track & Field ECAC ...... Championships ......

SATURDAY 11 • Track & Field ECAC MAY...... Championships ......

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www.towsontigers.com 219 MAY MAY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 It is how you show up at the showdown that counts - Homer Norton 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 13 • Athletic Awards Event MAY......

TUESDAY 14 • Last Day of Classes MAY......

WEDNESDAY 15 • Final Exams MAY......

THURSDAY 16 • Final Exams MAY...... • Softball - NCAA Regionals ......

220 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 17 • Final Exams MAY...... • Baseball vs. Northeastern ......

SATURDAY 18 • Final Exams MAY...... • Baseball vs. Northeastern ......

SUNDAY 19 • Final Exams MAY...... • Baseball vs. Northeastern ......

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www.towsontigers.com 221 MAY MAY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 -e Vinc Lombardi 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 20 • Final Exams MAY......

TUESDAY 21 • Last Day of Finals MAY...... • Senior Salute Brunch ......

WEDNESDAY 22 • May Commencement MAY...... • Baseball CAA Championships ......

THURSDAY 23 • May Commencement MAY...... • Baseball CAA Championships ......

222 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 24 • May Commencement MAY...... • Baseball CAA Championships ...... • NCAA W Lax Semi Finals ......

SATURDAY 25 • NCAA M Lax Semi Finals MAY...... • Baseball CAA Championships ......

SUNDAY 26 • NCAA W Lax MAY...... Championship ......

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www.towsontigers.com 223 MAY MAY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential… 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.” 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 - Eddie Robinson 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 27 • Memorial Day MAY...... • NCAA M Lax Championship ......

TUESDAY 28 MAY......

WEDNESDAY 29 MAY......

THURSDAY 30 MAY......

226 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 31 MAY......

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www.towsontigers.com 225 2013 JUNE

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 3...... 4...... 5...... 10...... 11...... 12...... 17...... 18...... 19...... 24...... 25...... 26......

226 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

...... 1...... 2...... 6...... 7...... 8...... 9 ...... 13...... 14...... 15...... 16...... FATHER'S DAY ...... 20...... 21...... SUMMER BEGINS 22...... 23...... 27...... 28...... 29...... 30...... N ...... JU ...... Notes......

www.towsontigers.com 227 JUNE JUNE 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 In sports, you simply aren't considered a real champion until you have 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 defended your title successfully. Winning it once can be a fluke; winning it 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 twice proves you are the best. -a Althe Gibson 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 3 JUNE......

TUESDAY 4 JUNE......

WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE......

THURSDAY 6 JUNE......

228 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 7 JUNE......

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www.towsontigers.com 229 JUNE JUNE 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 Competing in sports has taught me that if I'm not willing to give 120 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 percent, somebody else will - Ron Blomberg 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 10 JUNE......

TUESDAY 11 JUNE......

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE......

THURSDAY 13 JUNE......

230 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 14 JUNE......

SATURDAY 15 JUNE......

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www.towsontigers.com 231 JUNE JUNE 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 Sportsmanship for me is when a guy walks off the court and you really 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 can't tell whether he won or lost, when he carries himself with pride either 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 way - Jim Courier 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 17 JUNE......

TUESDAY 18 JUNE......

WEDNESDAY 19 JUNE......

THURSDAY 20 JUNE......

232 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 21 • Summer Begins JUNE......

SATURDAY 22 JUNE......

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www.towsontigers.com 233 JUNE JUNE 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 Don’t wish for it, WORK for it. - Unknown 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MONDAY 24 JUNE......

TUESDAY 25 JUNE......

WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE......

THURSDAY 27 JUNE......

234 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 28 JUNE......

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www.towsontigers.com 235 2013Y JUL

Notes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ...... 1...... 2...... 3...... 8...... 9...... 10...... 15...... 16...... 17...... 22...... 23...... 24...... 29...... 30 ...... 31 ......

236 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

4...... INDEPENDENCE DAY 5...... 6...... 7...... 11...... 12...... 13...... 1. 4 ...... 18...... 19...... 20...... 21...... 25...... 26...... 27...... 28...... Notes......

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www.towsontigers.com 237 JULY JULY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Adversity causes some men to break; others to break records. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 - William A. Ward 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

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THURSDAY 4 • Independence Day JULY......

238 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information.

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www.towsontigers.com 239 JULY JULY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Winners make goals, losers make excuses - Unknown 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

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TUESDAY 9 JULY......

WEDNESDAY 10 JULY......

THURSDAY 11 JULY......

240 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 12 JULY......

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www.towsontigers.com 241 JULY JULY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 I know what I have to do, and I'm going to do whatever it takes. If I do it, 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 I'll come out a winner, and it doesn't matter what anyone else does. 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 - Florence Griffith Joyner 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 15 JULY......

TUESDAY 16 JULY......

WEDNESDAY 17 JULY......

THURSDAY 18 JULY......

242 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 19 JULY......

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www.towsontigers.com 243 JULY JULY 2013 M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Never let your head hang down. Never give up and sit down and grieve. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Find another way. - Satchel Paige 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MONDAY 22 JULY......

TUESDAY 23 JULY......

WEDNESDAY 24 JULY......

THURSDAY 25 JULY......

244 Please see the Towson Athletics Website for updated event information. FRIDAY 26 JULY......

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