STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK Revised
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DeSales University Student Athlete Handbook 2021-2022 TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome 3 NCAA Information 22 Quick Facts 3 Philosophy 22 Athletic Dept. Mission/Philosophy 4 Non-Traditional Season 22 Student Athlete Expectations 4 Institutional Limits 23 Gambling 24 Academic Information 5 Academic Standing/Eligibility 5 General Information 26 Class Attendance/Missed Class 6 Athletic Department Directory 26 Financial Aid 7 Appendix A Student Life 7 MAC Sportsmanship Requirements 28-29 Athletes and the Judicial Process 7 Appendix B Medical Amnesty Policy 8 Social Media Issues 30-32 Overnight Housing Policy 9 Appendix C Hazing 9 MAC Social Media Guidelines 33-34 Student Services 10 Health and Wellness 12 Athletic Dept. Information 12 Sportsmanship 12 Code of Conduct 13 Misconduct Reporting Policy 13 Tobacco Use 14 NCAA Banned Substance Info 14 Student Athlete Services 16 Travel 16 Uniforms and Equipment 16 Varsity/Club Sports 17 Sports Information 17 Community Service 17 SAAC 18 Awards and Banquets 19 Responsible Social Networking 19 Athletic Training Services 20 Certified Athletic Trainers 20 Physicals 20 Insurance 20 2 WELCOME STUDENT-ATHLETE Congratulations and welcome to the DeSales University athletic program. Participation in Intercollegiate athletics at DeSales University is a PRIVILEGE that will provide you with the opportunity for personal growth and character development within a challenging educational environment. The DeSales University Student-Athlete Handbook is provided to you in order to familiarize you with policies, services and resources available. Each day the DeSales University Bulldogs wear the navy blue and scarlet, they show what great pride and respect they have for the University. DeSales University athletics is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III, The Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), Freedom Conference and the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC). Student-athletes enrolled at NCAA institutions should reflect the high standards of honesty and integrity set by the NCAA for the conduct of intercollegiate athletics. The information in this Student-Athlete Handbook should be read as soon as it is available on the Athletics website. Please refer to the handbook throughout the year as needed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact your coach or any member of the athletic administration. DeSALES QUICK FACTS Address: 2755 Station Ave. Affiliations: National Collegiate Athletic Center Valley Pa, 18034 Association (NCAA), Division III Athletic Office Phone: 610-282-1335 Middle Atlantic Conference Athletic Office Fax: 610-282-2279 (MAC) Website Address: athletics.desales.edu Freedom Conference Enrollment: 1,633 (2020-21 undergraduate) Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Founded: 1964 MAC Website: www.gomacsports.com Nickname: Bulldogs Colors: Navy Blue & Scarlet 3 MISSION STATEMENT Athletics at DeSales embraces the concept of the student-athlete and recognizes participation as an integral part of the educational experience. The philosophy of the Department of Athletics reflects the central theme of the University, which is to inspire transformative learning through the liberal arts and professional studies by energizing students to be who they are and be that well. To be successful in achieving this educational mission, the student-athlete will be responsible for fulfilling his/her academic responsibilities while working toward the requirements for a degree; maintain eligibility for participation in athletic contests; be a committed member to his/her team while serving as a positive role model on campus and in the community and displaying proper sportsmanship while in competition. The DeSales University athletic department will give men and women fair and equitable treatment and attempt to provide the best athletic experience possible without sacrificing academic integrity. As defined by the NCAA, the DeSales athletic department will follow the principles of fair play and amateur competition while always keeping the health and well-being of our student-athletes as a top priority. The DeSales Athletic Department may apply academic standards in addition to the institution’s requirements for the student-athlete to ensure eligible participation; maintain high ethical standards; compete with other institutions that have similar athletic philosophies and constantly evaluate the program so as to support the educational mission of the University. STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS 1. Playing a varsity sport is a privilege, not a right. 2. Unless previously discussed with and agreed to by the head coach: a. Athletes must be present at all games. b. Athletes must be present at all practices. c. Athletes must be present at all fundraising and community service activities. 3. Follow team rules that are specific to your respective sport. Your head coach will communicate those expectations prior to the start of your season. 4. Must be in good academic standing and making satisfactory progress towards your degree. 5. You are required to travel to and from all contests with the team unless permission is granted in advance from the coach. You will be asked to fill out a Travel Release Form. 6. Removal from the team is at the judgement of the head coach and athletic director. 7. Show good sportsmanship toward coaches, athletes and officials. 4 ACADEMIC INFORMATION Acceptable Academic Standing & Academic Eligibility As stated in the DSU Undergraduate Catalog: Students are said to be in acceptable academic standing if they earn the minimum applicable cumulative grade point average listed below, based on the number of credits attempted: Credits Attempted Minimum Cumulative GPA 12-23 1.25 24-47 1.60 48-62 1.80 63+ 2.00 Students with fewer than 24 credit hours attempted whose cumulative GPA is under 1.25 will be placed on academic probation. Furthermore, those under a 1.00 term GPA will also be liable for dismissal. Students with fewer than 24 credit hours attempted whose cumulative GPA is greater than or equal to 1.25 but under 1.50 will receive an academic warning. In the case of transfer students, the number of courses and credit hours transferred will be added to the number of courses and credit hours attempted at DeSales University to determine the applicable minimum cumulative grade point average. All students are expected to achieve acceptable academic standing. Students who fail to achieve acceptable academic standing will be placed on Academic Probation and this will be noted on their transcripts at the end of the fall and/or spring semesters. Students who fail to achieve acceptable standing for two consecutive semesters are subject to review by the Academic Regulations Committee. ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to practice/compete, the student-athlete must: ● Have been admitted as a regularly enrolled, degree seeking student according to the published entrance requirements of DeSales University; ● Be in good academic standing according to the standards of DeSales University; and ● Be enrolled in at least a minimum full-time baccalaureate degree program (not less than 12 semester or quarter hours) and maintain satisfactory progress towards that degree, be enrolled in a full-time graduate or professional degree program (not less than eight semester or quarter hours) or be enrolled and seeking a second baccalaureate degree at your institution. [Bylaws 14.01.2 and 14.1.8.1] 5 Exceptions [Bylaw 14.1.8.1.6] If you have completed all the requirements for your degree, but are continuing to work toward a minor or undergraduate certification program, you can apply the final term exception to the full-time enrollment requirement provided you have not previously used the exception and are carrying the courses necessary to complete your minor or undergraduate certification program. If you are in the final semester of your undergraduate degree program before participating in an experiential learning requirement (e.g. student teaching, internship, clinical, capstone project) in the following term you can participate while enrolled less than full-time provided you are carrying for credit the courses necessary to complete your degree (except for the experiential learning requirement). [Bylaw 14.1.8.1.6.1.1] You are eligible to compete between terms if you are continuing enrollment, provided you have been registered for the required minimum full-time load at the conclusion of the term immediately preceding the date of competition, or if you are either continuing enrollment or beginning enrollment, provided you have been accepted for enrollment as a regular full-time student for the regular term immediately following the date of competition [Bylaw 14.1.8.1.6.6.] Class Attendance/Missed Classes Attendance Policy (as stated in the Undergraduate Course Catalog): Students are expected to attend classes regularly. If absences do occur (for whatever reason), it is the student’s responsibility to make up whatever work has been missed. Instructors are under no obligation to make special arrangements for students who are absent. Freshmen are limited to the number of absences equivalent to two weeks of class in a sixteen-week course (i.e. no more than six absences for a course that meets three or more times per week, no more than four absences for a course that meets two times per week, and no more than two absences for a course that meets one time per week). An absence on class days preceding and following a holiday is counted as a double absence. In ACCESS, course attendance/participation is required. Students who do not attend or participate risk being dropped, withdrawn, or receiving a failing grade in the course. Practice: The academic success of DeSales student-athletes is our top priority. Therefore, practice is not an excuse to miss class. Contests: Students are able to miss class for competition purposes provided the professor gives the student approval. The student-athlete is responsible for work missed in each class. All student-athletes are to punctually attend all courses in which they are registered. Under University policy, missing a class due to practice or contest is not an excused absence.