STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK

O K L A H O M A B A P T I S T U N I V E R S I T Y

2015-16

STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK

EFFECTIVE DATE

Table of Contents

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS ... 2

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY ... 3

OBU MISSION STATEMENT... 4

OBU PURPOSE STATEMENT ... 4

OBU ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION

STATEMENT ... 5

OBU ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY

STATEMENT ... 5

NCAA DIVISION II PHILOSOPHY ... 6

NCAA CORE VALUES AND STRATEGIC

INITIATIVES ... 7

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS ... 8

ATHLETICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ... 8

FACULTY ATHLETICS REPRESENTATIVE (FAR) .... 8

STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ... 8

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH 11

ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY RULES ... 11

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Full-time Status ... 12

Initial Eligibility ... 12

Continuing Eligibility and Progress Toward

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MISSED CLASS TIME POLICY ... 17

TRANSFERS ... 17

Transfer Student-Athletes ... 18

RELEASE FROM OBU ... 19

TRANSFER APPEALS PROCESS ... 19

STUDENT-ATHLETE/COACH CONFLICT ... 19

SEXUAL HARASSMENT/SEXUAL ASSAULT ... 20

HAZING/HARASSMENT ... 21

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HAZING PREVENTION

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STUDENT ATHLETE WELL-BEING ... 24

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PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS AND

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ATHLETIC TRAINING ROOM INFORMATION ... 30

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INSURANCE COVERAGE ... 31

SOCIAL NETWORK POLICY ... 31

AMATEURISM ... 32

OUTSIDE COMPETITION ... 33

GAMBLING AND SPORTS WAGERING ... 33

ATHLETIC FINANCIAL AID POLICIES ... 33

GRANT-IN-AID REDUCTION, REMOVAL AND/OR

CANCELLATION ... 35

PROCEDURE FOR APPEALING, REDUCING,

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NCAA PLAYING AND PRACTICE SEASON ... 36

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GAME

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TRAVEL POLICIES ... 39

FACILITIES ... 40

EQUIPMENT AND UNIFORM POLICIES AND

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MEDIA RELATIONS ... 40

PROGRAM EVALUATION ... 41

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AFFIRMATION OF STUDENT-ATHLETE

HANDBOOK AND POLICIES ... 42

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

Dear Student-Athlete,

Thank you for choosing Oklahoma Baptist University to pursue your degree and compete for the Bison in your sport. While competing here you will find that we are not 21 different teams competing individually, but that we are 21 teams competing collectively as one team representing OBU. I am excited that you are here and look forward to working with you educationally, spiritually and athletically.

This student/athlete handbook was put together for your benefit. It defines the policies and guidelines for all athletes here at OBU while competing in intercollegiate athletics. You will be responsible for all

information and policies in the handbook. I strongly recommend that you read the information and become familiar with the policies listed.

I hope each one of you successfully completes your desired degree during your time here at OBU. As you well know, very few of you will get the opportunity to compete professionally in your sport beyond your time here on Bison Hill. Obtaining a degree will be a life-changing event that will assist you in providing for you and your family. Therefore, we will not relent in pushing you to “compete” to your highest level in the classroom. We will also challenge you spiritually as well. OBU’s mission is to transform lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ. So, please take advantage of the many opportunities that being a student/athlete presents to you.

Our coaches, administrators, and support staff are all here to assist you compete and graduate. I

encourage you to take full advantage of the resources that we offer to you and hope you make the most of your time at OBU.

Good luck this year!

Robert Davenport Director of Athletics

Athletic Department Directory

Title

Name

Extention

Director of Athletics

Robert Davenport

5301

Senior Woman Administrator

Anna Howle

5355

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance

Steve Fluke

5305

Assistant Director for Compliance

Mike Manlapig

5303

Associate Athletic Director for External Operations

Brian Dude

5411

Director of Athletic Media Relations

Ray Fink

5304

Athletic Media Relations Assistant

Casady Fletcher

5312

Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing /Promotions TBA

5302

Athletic Administrative Assistant

Lyn Hughey

5300

Director of Athletic Medical Services

Ben Cleveland

5351

Athletic Trainer

Jeff Paden

5351

Athletic Trainer

Jonathan Millwee

5353

Athletic Trainer

Rachel Howell

5351

Athletic Trainer

Alison Boster

5353

Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer

Walter Wright

5353

Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer

Nick Lepke

5351

Faculty Athletic Representative

Dr. Carol Humphrey

4158

OBU MISSION STATEMENT

As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU transforms lives by equipping students to:

• Pursue excellence

• Integrate faith with all areas of knowledge • Engage a diverse world

• Live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ

OBU PURPOSE STATEMENT

Oklahoma Baptist University is an institution founded on Christian principles and teachings whose primary purpose is to conduct educational programs in the traditional arts and sciences and in other disciplines with the intent to prepare students for effective leadership and service in the various vocations.

The mission finds expression through a strong liberal arts core curriculum which supports degree programs designed to prepare students for careers and graduate study; through activities planned to stimulate spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical development and through an environment that reflects the application of Christian principles and teachings.

Owned by the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma and operated through a Board of Trustees elected by the Convention, the University engages in educational tasks in a manner of consistent with the purpose of the Convention; to furnish the means by which the churches may carry out the Great Commission (Matthew 28: 18-20).

To achieve its purpose, the University has adopted several goals, among which are:

1. To be a Christian learning community where faith and knowledge contribute to the individual’s awareness of himself and his obligations within a diverse and interrelated society; of truth and its force; of the joy of discovery and the beauty of existence; and of the legacy of the past, the challenge of the present, and the promise of the future.

2. To cultivate Christian community in which the Baptist principles of individual freedom and dignity as well as mutual kindness and respect and concern for others are stressed.

3. To encourage a climate of learning where the student may develop the lifelong habit of critical thinking in the search for truth.

4. To identify and communicate the knowledge, experience, and values which constitute man’s cultural heritage.

5. To provide opportunities for the student to engage in a serious study of the Bible and to learn the philosophy and tenets of the Judeo-Christian heritage; to instill an awareness of and an

application for the distinctive Baptist contribution to Christian theology and for the values inherent in the Christian faith; to encourage Christian commitment.

6. To foster an awareness of the needs of the human community and the responsibility of each individual in an active life of service.

7. To offer a broad-based liberal arts education and specialized professional training in mutually supportive roles.

8. To afford the opportunity to explore the relevance of all academic endeavors to the Christian life. 9. To make personnel, services and facilities of the institution available to meet appropriate

10. To serve the Baptist constituency through the development of informed, enlightened, sensitive leadership.

Oklahoma Baptist University’s athletic programs are an ideal complement to the students’ academic experience. OBU offers opportunities to achieve athletic and personal goals through intercollegiate athletics, recreation and intramural sports. Whether through recreational programs or competing on one of the Bison intercollegiate teams, students of all interests and ability levels discover the benefits of an active lifestyle in developing a well-rounded experience at Oklahoma Baptist University.

OBU emphasizes participation, growth, and a commitment to excellence at every level. Athletics at Oklahoma Baptist University are demanding and challenging, however they are, first and foremost, designed to teach students the importance of teamwork, discipline, respect, commitment, and sportsmanship. These values support the mission of the university, promoting the development of student-athletes who possess strong character and strive to enhance their education experience through not only competition but their involvement as good citizens and leaders in the community.

Oklahoma Baptist University has been accepted into the NCAA Division II membership process and will be entering Candidacy Year Two of the three-year membership process in 2015-16. Oklahoma Baptist University operates in full compliance with the rules and regulations of NCAA Division II and of the Great American Conference.

OBU ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

The Oklahoma Baptist University Athletic Department is committed to develop Christ-like character among our student-athletes and to encourage them to develop their God-given athletic abilities to their maximum potential. This will be accomplished through programs that emphasize Christian character and conduct, achievement in athletics, leadership skills, and respect for teammates and opponents.

OBU ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

To provide programs of intercollegiate athletic competitions that will be consistent with and supportive of the purposes of the university.

To provide a forum by which the athletically gifted student may develop his/her talent to the fullest while representing the university against outside competition in a wholesome, Christian manner.

To provide an environment which will stimulate the academic growth of a student-athlete which will be beyond minimal conference/national standards and which will lead to graduation of the student-athletes.

To encourage growth as Christians and as campus citizens by becoming involved in and assuming leadership roles in all aspects of campus life and by maintaining active chapters of organizations such as Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Athletes in Action.

To enhance the public image of the university for students (spectators and players), for prospective students (athletes and non-athletes), alumni, other schools, and other segments of the public. To serve as a means of aiding the participant through team participation and cooperation. To define, organize and clarify a system of values, which is in harmony with a code of Christian ethics and which helps to establish a direction of personal, professional and societal behavior.

NCAA DIVISION II PHILOSOPHY

In addition to the purposes and fundamental policy of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, as set forth in Constitution 1, members of Division II believe that a well-conducted intercollegiate athletics program, based on sound educational principles and practices, is a proper part of the educational mission of a university or college, and that the educational well-being and academic success of the participating student-athlete is of primary concern. (revised: 1⁄14⁄08 effective 8⁄1⁄08)

Higher education has lasting importance on an individual’s future success. For this reason, the positioning statement for the division and the emphasis for the student-athlete experience in Division II is a

comprehensive program of learning and development in a personal setting. The Division II approach provides growth opportunities through academic achievement, learning in high-level athletics competition, and development of positive societal attitudes in service to community. The balance and integration of these different areas of learning provide Division II student-athletes a path to graduation while cultivating a variety of skills and knowledge for life ahead.

Members support the following attributes in the belief that these attributes assist in defining the division’s priorities and emphasize the division’s position within the Association: Learning; Service; Passion;

Sportsmanship; Resourcefulness; and Balance. The positioning statement and the attributes shall serve as a guide for the preparation of legislation by the division and for planning and implementation of programs, initiatives, and policies by member institutions, conferences, and the Division II governance structure. Furthermore, a member of Division II believes in a set of common features, which assist in defining the division. Such features include exceptional teacher-to-student ratios that provide student-athletes with a quality education, a unique model of staffing in which coaches provide additional services such as teaching and mentoring, and the development of community partnerships and student-athlete participation in community engagement activities.

A member of Division II also believes in the following principles, which assist in defining the division: (a) Promoting the academic success of its student-athletes, measured in part by an institution’s student-

athletes graduating at least at the same rate as the institution’s student body;

(b) That participation in intercollegiate athletics benefits the educational experience of its student- athletes and the entire campus community;

(c) Offering opportunities for intercollegiate athletics participation consistent with the institution’s mission and philosophy;

(d) That championships are intended to provide national-level competition among eligible student- athletes and teams of member institutions;

(e) Preparing student-athletes to be good citizens, leaders, and contributors in their communities;

(f) Striving for equitable participation and competitive excellence, encouraging sportsmanship and ethical conduct, enhancing diversity, and developing positive societal attitudes in all of its athletics

endeavors;

(g) Scheduling the majority of its athletics competition with other members of Division II, insofar as regional qualification, geographical location and traditional or conference scheduling patterns permit; (h) Recognizing the need to “balance” the role of the athletics program to serve both the institution (e.g.,

participants, student body, faculty-staff) and the general public (e.g., community, area, state); (i) Offering an opportunity for participation in intercollegiate athletics by awarding athletically-related

financial aid to its student-athletes;

II institution and assumes Presidential involvement and commitment. All funds supporting athletics should be controlled by the institution. The emphasis for an athletics department should be to operate within an institutionally-approved budget and compliance with and self-enforcement of NCAA regulations is an expectation of membership; and

(k) That all members of Division II should commit themselves to this philosophy and to the regulations and programs of Division II.

NCAA CORE VALUES AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

In June 2005, 150 Division II chancellors and Presidents initiated a comprehensive study of the division’s defining characteristics and key attributes. The Presidents Council surveyed three groups: (1) Division II campus and conference office personnel; (2) Division II student-athletes; and (3) the general public, identified as college sports fans. They sought to define the core values of Division II and to explain why schools choose to be Division II members. What resulted is the Division II strategic positioning

platform. The platform includes this statement that describes the Division II student-athlete experience:

Life in the Balance

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In addition the platform emphasizes six key attributes that summarize the Division II student-athlete experience:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Great American Conference, Oklahoma Baptist University offers men's intercollegiate athletic teams in basketball, baseball, football, swimming and diving, track and field, cross country, tennis, and golf. Women's intercollegiate sports include basketball, softball, track and field, cross country, volleyball, lacrosse, swimming and diving, tennis, and golf.

ATHLETICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Athletics Council is a Council that has broad-based representation from across campus. As stated below, the

Council provides leadership in the development and administration of OBU’s athletics program.

Representation: 5 Faculty (at least 2 women), 2 Students (1 male and 1 female), 3 Administrators, and the Faculty Athletic Representative (ex officio member)

Chaired by: Faculty member

Reports to: President of the University

Purpose: The purpose of the Athletics Council is to provide leadership in the development and administration of the athletics program of the institution.

Specific areas of emphasis:

1. Periodic review of the purposes and objectives of the athletics program to insure conformity with the general philosophy of the University.

2. Review of policies related to the administration of the athletics program and facilities of the institution.

3. Review of appropriate areas (such as budgetary allocations, scholarship distributions, scheduling, etc.) to insure compliance by the institution with the requirements of Title IX.

4. Serve as a liaison body (through appropriate representatives) to men's and women's intercollegiate athletic conferences.

5. Review of graduation rates, academic progress and persistence rate reports, injury surveillance reports, summary of rules violations reported and student-athlete reinstatement requests, summary statements from student-athlete exit interviews and other matters pertaining to student-athlete well-being and the athletics program as a whole.

FACULTY ATHLETICS REPRESENTATIVE (FAR)

The Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) for OBU is Dr. Carol Humphrey. The purpose of the FAR position is to promote a balance between academics, athletics and the social lives of student-athletes and to be involved with the monitoring and maintenance of the personal well-being of the student-athletes. The FAR is available to help you should you encounter issues with financial aid, eligibility, waivers and appeals, health or relations with members of the faculty. Dr. Humphrey’s contact information is

[email protected] or office 585-4158.

STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

to provide insight on the student-athlete experience and on legislation, policies and procedures that impact them at the national, conference and institutional level.

Mission Statement

The Oklahoma Baptist University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee was established in 2013 to provide a formal mechanism for communication between student-athletes and the athletic administration, to promote public and community service activities among student-athletes, and to develop program ideas that will enhance the personal development of all student-athletes at Oklahoma Baptist University.

Bylaws

Article I: Name

The name of this organization shall be the OBU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Article II: Purpose

A. To provide a formal mechanism for communication between student-athletes and the athletic administration.

B. To review proposed policy changes affecting student-athletes (i.e. housing, academics, etc.). C. To suggest possible programming to promote the overall welfare of student-athletes. D. To provide activities to promote a sense of community among student-athletes.

E. To educate the student-athletes about changes within the NCAA and OBU’s athletic department. F. To provide input on possible public and community service and engagement projects that various

student-athletes are interested in becoming involved with. Article III: Membership

Section 1: Eligibility

A. All voting members shall be student-athletes

B. The Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Academic Services will serve as ex-officio member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

C. The Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Academic Services will appoint two members to serve as the student-athlete representatives to the Oklahoma Baptist University Athletics Advisory Committee.

Methods of Selecting Members

A. Preference will be given to upperclassmen recommended by head coaches, faculty/staff and to those who indicate a willingness to serve.

B. Voting members shall consist of two members from each of the following teams: men’s golf women’s golf

men’s tennis women’s tennis baseball softball

men’s basketball women’s basketball men’s track and field women’s track and field men’s swimming and diving women’s cross country football lacrosse

men’s cross country women’s swimming and diving volleyball

C. Student-athlete representatives have a lifetime membership as long as they are enrolled at OBU and have athletic eligibility remaining. If a member shows disinterest and/or poor attendance, the committee shall vote to remove this member and a new student-athlete appointed.

Article IV: Officers

A. Co-President - the presiding officer in SAAC shall be the Co-Presidents. The Co-Presidents shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. To preside over the SAAC meetings

2. To work with the SAAC coordinators to facilitate group success and organization 3. To delegate authority to the membership of the organization

4. To assign projects to members of the organization 5. To oversee all SAAC functions

B. Vice President - the vice President shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. To act as President in the case that the President is absent, dismissed, or resigns. In the latter two cases, it is the vice President’s responsibility to organize an election for President at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

2. To organize an election at the next regularly scheduled meeting for any officers that have been dismissed or who have resigned. Newly elected officers must be elected by a majority of the membership present at the meeting.

3. To be responsible for any and all community service and engagement projects that the SAAC may choose to be involved in as a committee.

C. Secretary - the secretary shall have the following duties and responsibilities: 1. To keep a record of SAAC members’ attendance at all SAAC meetings 2. To keep minutes at all SAAC meetings

3. To coordinate correspondence between members of SAAC by phone calls and written memos. D. The terms of all SAAC officers shall be one calendar year in length, beginning with their election at

the last formal SAAC meeting held during the Spring semester. Officers must be elected by a majority of the membership present at the meeting.

Article V: Meetings

A. Regularly scheduled meetings shall be held at a designated time no less than monthly during the school year or as often as warranted by the President or the SAAC Coordinators.

Article VI: Voting Procedures

A. All representatives of each OBU sport are voting members and shall have one vote per representative.

B. The quorum needed to vote on official business shall be established as two-thirds of the total SAAC membership.

C. A vote of three-fourths of the members present, after quorum has been reached, shall be needed to pass any legislation voted upon by the SAAC.

Article VII: Amendments

A. Proposed amendments must appear in writing and submitted to the President at regularly scheduled SAAC meeting.

to pass any amendments to the SAAC Constitution or to add to the SAAC Bylaws. Article VIII: Attendance

A. To remain in good standing with SAAC each academic year every member is required to follow the attendance policy as stated below:

1. A member may have up to 2 unexcused absences per academic year.

2. Additional absences will be reason for membership review and a vote placed to the entire membership in regards to continued service.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH

OBU believes in the importance of community engagement and outreach for student-athletes. We will participate in athletics-wide events as well as have individual team projects to support this belief. All student-athletes and teams are expected to participate in these events and individual team events. If you have an idea for a community engagement or outreach project you can communicate with your SAAC representative or contact the SAAC liaison, Anna Howle, [email protected] or office 585-5355.

ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY RULES

OBU Freshman Eligibility

A. OBU Freshman Admission Requirements 1. Unconditional Admission:

Applicants meeting the following criteria will satisfy the academic requirements for admission as regular students:

• ACT composite of at least 20 or a re-centered SAT of at least 950 and: • Weighted high school GPA of at least 3.00 or

• Class rank in the upper half. 2. Conditional Admission:

a. Applicants meeting the following criteria may be granted conditional admission:

• Completion of OBU’s Recommended High School Curriculum (see OBU catalog) and: • ACT composite of 17 through 19 or SAT of 800 through 940 and:

• High School GPA of at least 3.00 or class rank in the upper half.

b. Applicants who do not meet the criteria stated above maybe admitted only by action of the Admissions Committee.

i. Students wishing to be considered for admission by the Admissions Committee must submit the following materials:

• A statement (approximately 250 words) expressing the student's goals and stating how attending OBU will help the student achieve those goals,

• Two letters of reference from recent teachers who believe the student can successfully complete college work.

ii. After submitting these materials, the student must also complete a personal interview with the Dean of Enrollment Management. The student's application for admission, transcripts, and test scores must be on file in the Admissions Office prior to consideration by the Admissions Committee.

B. Freshmen Granted Conditional Admission

• May be required to enroll in all or part of an academic enrichment program as part of the 13- hour load.

Applicants having gained recognition of high school equivalency by passing the GED may be admitted as a regular or conditional student according to the criteria stated above, at the discretion of the Dean of Enrollment Management.

NCAA Freshman Eligibility Requirements

Full-time Status

You must be admitted as a regular student seeking a degree according to the published University entrance requirements and be registered for at least 12 semester hours in Fall and in Spring (except for waiver provisions in the NCAA Constitution and Bylaws). You will become immediately ineligible for practice and competition if you drop below the minimum twelve-hour academic requirement at any time. Do NOT adjust your class schedule without discussing with your head coach and the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance.

Initial Eligibility

As a student-athlete who enrolls in a Division II institution as an entering freshman with no previous fulltime college attendance, you must meet the academic requirements as certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center. Upon certification, you will be deemed a qualifier, partial qualifier or a non-qualifier.

A qualifier is a student who has met all of the following requirements (Bylaw 14.02.10.1) (the initial eligibility

requirements will change for those first entering a collegiate institution on or after 8/1/18):

• Graduate from high school;

• Successful completion of a required core curriculum consisting of a minimum number of courses in specified subjects.

• Specified minimum grade-point average in the core curriculum (2.0)

• A minimum combined score on the SAT verbal/critical reasoning and math sections of 820 or minimum sum score of 68 on the ACT

As a qualifier, you are permitted to receive financial aid based on athletic ability, practice and compete during your first academic year in residence.

A partial qualifier is a student who does not meet the requirements for a qualifier but who, at the time of graduation from high school, presents one of the following academic requirements [Bylaw 14.3.2.1]: • Presents a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.000 in a successfully completed core curriculum

requirement; or

• A minimum combined score on the SAT verbal/critical reasoning and math sections of 820 or minimum sum score of 68 on the ACT

As a partial qualifier, you are permitted to receive financial aid based on athletic ability and practice but cannot compete during your first academic year in residence.

A non-qualifier is a student who has not graduated from high school or presented neither the core- curriculum grade-point average and required SAT/ACT score. As a non-qualifier, you are not eligible to receive financial aid based upon athletic ability, compete nor practice during your first year in residence. However you are eligibility to receive financial aid not based on athletic ability.

Continuing Eligibility and Progress Toward Degree Requirements

your academic record shall determine your eligibility in existence at the beginning of the fall term of the regular academic year. To be eligible to represent an institution in intercollegiate athletic competition, you must maintain progress toward a baccalaureate or equivalent degree at OBU as determined by the Registrar’s office.

The following chart provides a summary of the Division II Progress-Toward-Degree requirements:

Entering 2nd _{Year Entering 3}rd _{Year Entering 4}th _{Year Entering 5}th _Year

of Collegiate Enrollment of Collegiate Enrollment Of Collegiate Enrollment Of Collegiate Enrollment (Sophomore)

Pass 6 credits per full time term

Complete 24 credits per year (including summer)

75% of hours earned must be completed in the regular academic term. 25% may be earned during the summer

Earn a total of 24 credits with a 1.8 GPA every semester and overall

(Junior)

Pass 6 credits per full time term

Complete 24 credits per year toward your designated degree 75% of hours earned must be completed in the regular academic term. 25% may be earned during the summer

Earn a total of 48 credits with a 1.9 GPA every semester and overall Declare major

(Senior)

Pass 6 credits per full time term

Complete 24 credits per year toward your designated degree 75% of hours earned must be completed in the regular academic term. 25% may be earned during the summer Earn a total of 72 credits with a 2.0 GPA every semester and overall

(Senior)

Pass 6 credits per full time term

Complete 24 credits per year toward your designated degree 75% of hours earned must be completed in the regular academic term. 25% may be earned during the summer

Earn a total of 96 credits with a 2.0 GPA every semester and overall

Declaring a major

A student-athlete who changes his or her designated degree program may comply with the progress- toward-degree requirements if:

• The change in programs is documented appropriately by the institution’s academic authorities; • The credits earned before the change are acceptable toward a degree previously sought; and • The credits earned from the time of the change are acceptable toward the new desired degree; and A student-athlete who has designated a specific degree program with an identified major may not use a course to fulfill the credit-hour requirement for meeting progress toward degree even if the course fulfills an elective component of the student-athlete’s degree program, if the student ultimately must repeat the course to fulfill the requirements of the student’s major. (bylaw 14.4.3.1.6)

Be in good academic standing according to the standards of the University:

All intercollegiate varsity teams are committed to following all eligibility rules as prescribed for NCAA events. The NCAA cConstitution states that to be eligible a student-athlete “must be in good academic standing” and “must maintain satisfactory progress toward a baccalaureate degree as prescribed by the regulations of the NCAA and the member institution.” Satisfactory progress is interpreted to mean: • That the student-athlete is enrolled for at least 12 hours in a degree program, and

• The student-athlete must designate a specific program of studies (major) by the beginning of the fifth semester of collegiate enrollment, and

• The student-athlete has accumulated at least 24 hours of acceptable credit each year prior to the beginning of the fall semester (summer terms will not be considered a semester of enrollment), and • Has a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better

The student must be identified and enrolled in a minimum of 12 approved institutional credit hours at the time of participation or if the participation takes place between terms, the student must have been identified with the institution the term immediately before the date of participation. All students

representing OBU in intercollegiate athletics must be full-time students at OBU. They must be enrolled in at least 12 hours through OBU, with a minimum of 9 hours on the OBU campus. Hours enrolled in at other institutions must be approved by the Faculty Athletics Representative in order to be counted for purpose of eligibility.

EXCEPTION to the 12 credit hour enrollment rule:

A student who will complete requirements for graduation within 10 semesters or less may retain eligibility during the last term of the senior year by enrolling in fewer than 12 institutional credit hours. Official verification must be provided by the registrar that the student has completed all other academic

requirements for graduation except for the currently enrolled credits. It is understood as a condition of the use of this exception to the 12 hour enrollment rule that the intercollegiate eligibility of the student using the exception shall be terminated automatically at the end of the term, or term extended, in which less than 12 credits are carried.

Other criteria for exception to the 12 credit hour rule:

1. A student becomes identified with an institution upon enrolling in 12 or more institutional credit hours in any given term and attending any regularly scheduled class (summer session not

included). Anyone transferring after this time becomes a transfer student regardless of whether the student participated in intercollegiate athletics.

2. The student must maintain institutional identification during any term of participation. 3. A freshman must have accumulated a minimum of nine institutional credit hours prior to

identification for the second term of attendance.

Only those institutional credit hours earned after identification at OBU may be applied toward meeting the nine institutional credit hour requirement for a second term freshman.

1. After completion of the second term of attendance and from then on, a student must have

accumulated a minimum of 24 approved institutional credit hours in the two immediately previous terms of attendance. No more than 12 approved institutional credit hours earned during

summers and/or during non-terms may be applied to meet the 24 approved institutional credit hour requirement. Such credit must be earned after one or both of the two immediately previous terms of attendance. All transfer credit hours used to meet this total of 24 approved institutional credit hours are to be taken at face value and are not to be converted, even if earned at different institutions using different credit hour systems (e.g., quarter and semester).

2. The student must be making normal progress (see section of this document about Making Normal Progress) toward a recognized OBU baccalaureate degree and maintain the minimum grade point average as defined by OBU (see section of this document about being In Good Standing).

In Good Standing

A.

Academics

1. At OBU, student-athletes must maintain the following cumulative grade point average to be considered "in good standing " and eligible for varsity participation:

• 1-29 semester hours: 1.75 • 30-59 semester hours: 1.90 • 60 or more semester hours: 2.00

Both the average of grades earned at Oklahoma Baptist University and an overall average including any transfer work must meet the above minimum. (See also #3 below for discussion of GPA requirements for making normal progress.)

2. A student who falls below the GPA minimum is placed on academic probation by the university the following semester. If the student has not been on academic probation any previous semester, (s)he will be allowed to participate in varsity sports during the first semester on probation; if (s)he were on academic probation any previous semester, (s)he will not be eligible for varsity participation.

3. A student entering the university "conditionally" or on probation will be allowed to participate during the first semester of attendance at OBU. If (s)he is placed on academic probation during any subsequent semester, that semester of academic probation will be considered the first semester and the policy in 2.a.2 above will then begin to operate. If (s)he remains on or returns to a probation status in a subsequent semester, (s)he will not be eligible for varsity participation (consistent with the policy in 2.a.2).

4. A semester "on probation" counts as a term of attendance whether the student actually participates or qualifies for participation in athletics (See 1.b.1 and l.b.5 above).

5. A student must attend class in order to remain "in good standing." Failure to attend class on a regular basis will result in the loss of athletic eligibility. Student-athletes who have more than 1 full week of UNEXCUSED absences will be reported in writing to the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) as delinquent in attendance. Following such a report, the FAR will

contact both the student-athlete and the respective coach in writing, requesting that the student either drop the class in question or discuss the attendance situation either with the Professor in question AND either with the FAR or the Athletics Director (AD) (with the assumption that the problem will be corrected) . The student-athlete shall have one week from the date of the letter from the FAR to address the attendance concern or face loss of athletic eligibility. If the situation is not corrected, or if the problem reoccurs in this or any other class, the student may be reported to the Academic Vice-President, who will contact the student-athlete in writing to inform that student that (s)he is no longer "in good standing" with the university and that (s)he has been declared ineligible to participate in varsity athletics. Student-athletes are required to keep their professors duly informed as to their athletic schedule and its potential impact on class attendance.

B.

College Citizenship

1. All student-athletes are expected to maintain high standards of moral conduct and concern for the well-being and rights of fellow students. Disciplinary action is a consequence of violation of OBU regulations; however, OBU may initiate disciplinary action for misconduct which arises off-campus when the student is in violation of federal, state, or local laws and which materially and adversely affects others. Penalties for violations of OBU standards of behavior include, but are not limited to, the withholding or denial of academic credit or degrees or other benefits or rights provided by the University.

Student-athletes are expected at all times to adhere to standards of public and private behavior consistent with the philosophy and purposes of OBU and with state and local laws. Failure to behave in an appropriate manner or the flaunting of OBU rules and regulations can result in the loss of "good standing" and athletic eligibility. See the OBU Green Book, the OBU Athletic Grant-in-Aid Form, the OBU Athletic Participation Agreement, and the OBU Policy on Substance Abuse, and other regulating documents for further details on the rules and regulations of the University.

2. Penalties for Violation of OBU Regulations may include the following:

a. Disciplinary Reprimand: An official statement to the student-athlete advising him/her that a violation has occurred.

b. Disciplinary Probation: This condition may affect the student-athlete’s good standing at OBU for a stated period of time. Penalties can include loss of athletic scholarship and loss of athletic eligibility.

c. Disciplinary Suspension: For a fixed period of time the student-athlete is declared not "in good standing" and may not participate in any academic or other activity,

including intercollegiate athletics. A student-athlete who has been suspended for disciplinary reasons must petition for readmission at the conclusion of the period of suspension.

d. Disciplinary Dismissal: The student-athlete is denied the right to participate in any academic or other activity at OBU for an unspecified period of time. Only under the most unusual circumstances will a dismissed student be readmitted to OBU. 3. Both the Dean of Students and the Athletics Director can revoke a student/athlete's "good

C.

Making Normal Progress

1. The student must declare a major by the beginning of the first semester of the third year of enrollment and courses taken must apply toward the appropriate degree requirements and not just be for elective credit. The sequence of courses should be according to the normal degree program for the student's declared major. This applies to those who are just transferring to OBU as well. Requests for an exception may be made to the Athletic appeals Committee (see section 4 of the Procedure for Appealing, Reducing, Removing, or Non-Renewal of Athletic Grant-In-Aid section below). The student-athlete will also be required to have a degree check on file by the end of the fall semester of the third season in order to maintain eligibility. 2. In order to insure degree progress, the athlete will be enrolled in more than the minimum

number of hours each semester. An OBU student-athlete should average 14-16 hours per semester and 28-30 hours per academic year. Exceptions to this will be conditional enrollments, academic probation, or other exceptions approved by the FAR.

MISSED CLASS TIME POLICY

OBU student-athletes are responsible to make arrangements with their professors prior to travel and missed class times to make up work and exams. Student-athletes should not miss any classes outside of those missed for competition.

Regular and punctual attendance at all class sessions is considered essential to optimum academic achievement. Therefore, regular attendance and participation in each course are minimal requirements. Absences are counted from the first official meeting of the class regardless of the date of the student's enrollment. If more than 20 percent of the classes are reported as missed, the faculty member may initiate the student's de-enrollment from the course without advance notice to the student. If the date of de-enrollment is past the last date to withdraw from a class, the student will be assigned a grade of "F" or "NC." There are no refunds for courses where a de-enrollment was processed.

A student who registers late must be particularly careful about regular attendance during the remainder of the course. Registered students who neither attend the first class session nor inform the instructor of record of their desire to remain in the class may, at the request of the instructor, be removed from the class roster.

Exceptions to the foregoing attendance regulations due to extenuating circumstances beyond the student's control may be granted only by appeal to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Students should consult the syllabus of each course for specific applications of and elaborations on the above attendance policy.

TRANSFERS

Additional rules established by the NCAA, particularly dealing with transfer students, also apply. A. Upon reaching junior academic standing as defined by the institution, a student must have a

cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.00 on a 4.00 scale (or equivalent) as certified by the institutional registrar. The 2.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or higher must be certified each grading period in which the student wishes to compete after junior academic standing is reached.

semester institutional credit hours. Transfer students shall use institutional credit hours as certified by the previous institution(s) to meet this requirement only for their first term at OBU. Thereafter only institutional credit recognized by OBU and submitted to the registrar for posting on the transcript shall apply.

EXCEPTION: A freshman who initially becomes identified after the first term in the fall shall meet this requirement by having passed 12 semester credit hours. This exception shall apply to the second season of competition regulation only.

To participate the third season in a sport, all students must have accumulated at least 48 semester institutional credit hours. Transfer students shall use institutional credit hours as certified by the previous institution(s) to meet this requirement only for their first term at OBU. Thereafter only institutional credit recognized by OBU and submitted to the registrar for posting on the transcript shall apply.

To participate the fourth season in a sport, all students must have accumulated at least 72 semester institutional credit hours, at least 48 semester hours of which must be in general education and/or in the student's major field of study. Transfer students shall use institutional credit hours as certified by the previous institution(s) to meet this requirement only for their first term at OBU. Thereafter only institutional credit recognized by OBU and submitted to the registrar for posting on the transcript shall apply.

To participate the third or fourth season in a sport, all students must have and maintain a total cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 on a 4.00 scale as calculated by the registrar according to the

official institutional policy for all students. Transfer students must have a total cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 on a 4.00 scale calculated on the basis of all transcripts from all institutions attended to meet this requirement only for their first term at OBU. Thereafter, only the GPA recognized by OBU shall apply. Repeat courses previously passed with a grade of "D" or better in any term, during summer, or during a non-term cannot count toward satisfying the 24 credit hour rule.

A maximum of one repeat course per term previously passed with a grade of "D" (or the equivalent) may be counted toward satisfying the 12 hour enrollment rule.

Repeat courses previously passed with a grade of "C" or better cannot be applied to meet either the 12 hour enrollment rule or the 24 credit hour rule.

A student-athlete wishing to drop a class must have the written approval (signature on the drop card) of the FAR or the AD before the withdrawal becomes official.

Transfer Student-Athletes

Under NCAA rules you are a transfer student if:

The registrar or admissions officer from your former institution certified that you were officially registered and enrolled at that college in any term in a minimum full-time load and you were present on the opening day of classes, or the director of athletics from your former college certified that you reported for the regular

squad practice that any staff member of the athletics department of your former institution announced before the beginning of any term [Bylaw 14.5.2].

If you are a transfer student-athlete from a four-year institution, you are not eligible during your first academic year in residence unless you meet the provisions of one of the exceptions specified in Bylaw 14.5.5.3 or 14.8.1.2.

If you are a transfer student from a two-year institution, you are not eligible during your first academic year in residence unless you meet the academic and residence requirements specified in Bylaw 14.5.4 or one of the exceptions specified in Bylaw 14.5.4.4.

Release from OBU

If a student-athlete has signed or has been offered a grant-in-aid agreement (athletic scholarship)which was at least equal to the amount from the previous year, the athletic administration reserves the right NOT to release the individual to participate in that sport at another four year institution.

If a student/athlete competes in a single semester sport and then attends class in the semester in which the sport is not competing, they will not be released from their obligation to the team/sport in question if they choose to transfer to another school.

A student-athlete who transfers from one conference member institution to another is required to complete one full academic year of residence at the institution before being eligible to compete. However, all exceptions in NCAA Bylaw 14.5.5.3 may be applied except 14.5.5.3.9 (One-Time Transfer Exception). (Revised 7/1/11)

Transfer Appeals Process

A. A student may appeal any restriction imposed by OBU related to athletic participation to the Athletics Appeals Committee. RESTRICTIONS ON PARTICIPATION THAT RESULT FROM REGULATIONS

ESTABLISHED BY THE NCAA OR THE GREAT AMERICAN CONFERENCE CANNOT BE APPEALED (GAC Intra-Conference Transfer Rule can be appealed as noted below:

The student-athlete has the right to appeal the Intra-Conference Transfer Rule through their current Institution by submitting the Intra-Conference Transfer Form to the Commissioner. The Commissioner shall have the authority to grant waivers of the Intra-Conference Transfer Rule. (Revised 7/1/11))

B. This is particularly appropriate for any student that fails to qualify on the basis of academics or college citizenship for varsity participation (as described in section 2 above). The student may apply to the Athletics Appeals Committee for reinstatement of “good standing” with the University. Reinstatement will depend on the quality of evidence submitted by the student to justify such action. The student- athlete will not regain “good standing” with the University until the situation which prompted the loss of “good standing” has been rectified.

B. The Athletics Appeals Committee will consist of the Faculty Athletics Representative as chairman, the Director of Athletics or the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, the student’s adviser, a faculty member not currently involved in OBU Athletics appointed by the Athletics Council, and the appropriate dean.

C. The student-athlete shall submit in writing, the information supporting their appeal to the Athletic Appeals Committee for review.

D. An appeal of a decision of the Athletics Appeals Committee will go to the appropriate Vice-President. Final appeal will be to the President of the University.

STUDENT-ATHLETE/COACH CONFLICT

OBU Department of Athletics encourages all student-athlete/coach conflicts to be settled between the parties involved. However, if conflict continues after reasonable attempts for resolution then student- athletes may contact the Director of Athletics or our FAR to seek further assistance.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT/SEXUAL ASSAULT

The University is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from sexual harassment. In keeping with this commitment, we do not tolerate sexual harassment by anyone, including students, faculty, staff or vendors of the University. The Office of Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education defines sexual harassment under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 as consisting of “verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, imposed on the basis of sex, by an employee or agent of a recipient that denies, limits, provides different, or conditions the provision of aid, benefits, services, or treatment protected under Title IX.”

Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, physical, or visual conduct based on sex when:

1. submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education;

2. submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic or employment decisions affecting the individual; or

3. such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s academic or professional performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive employment or educational environment.

Sexual harassment encompasses any sexual attention that is unwanted and can take many forms, but most sexual harassment falls into three categories: verbal, visual, and physical.

Sexual harassment is especially serious when it threatens relationships between teacher and student, or a supervisor and subordinate. In such situations, sexual harassment exploits unfairly the power inherent in a faculty member’s or supervisor’s position. Through grades, wage increases, recommendations for

graduate study, promotion, and the like, a teacher or supervisor can have a decisive influence on a student’s, staff member’s, or faculty member’s career at the University and beyond. While sexual

harassment most often takes place in situations involving a power differential between persons, OBU also recognizes that sexual harassment may occur between persons of the same status within the University. OBU will not tolerate behavior between or among members of the University community that creates an unacceptable work or educational environment.

Any student who feels that he or she has experienced or witnessed harassment should, when possible, inform the harasser that the conduct is unwelcome and must stop. If the student does not wish to confront the harasser, or, if confrontation has not been effective, then the following courses of action should be taken. If a student has experienced or witnessed sexual harassment in any University context, such as the following examples,

-as an employee of the University -from a student peer

-from a faculty member -from a staff member

-as a student volunteer or intern at an off-campus site

The student should report the incident to the University Sexual Harassment Officer. The University will investigate all such complaints thoroughly, impartially, and promptly. The University will keep all

complaints and the terms of their resolutions, as confidential as reasonably possible. If an investigation confirms that harassment has occurred, the University will take corrective action, up to and including expulsion or termination.

HAZING/HARASSMENT

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at OBU supports only those activities that are constructive, educational and inspirational, and that contribute to the intellectual and physical personal development of students. The department unequivocally prohibits any situation resulting in mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule. The University is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from any form of harassment. In keeping with this commitment, we do not tolerate sexual harassment by anyone, including students, faculty, staff or vendors of the University.

The Office of Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education defines sexual harassment under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 as consisting of “verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, imposed on the basis of sex, by an employee or agent of a recipient that denies, limits, provides different, or 19 conditions the provision of aid, benefits, services, or treatment protected under Title IX.”

OBU interprets hazing as any act, whether physical, mental, emotional or psychological, that subjects another person, voluntarily or involuntarily, to anything that may abuse, mistreat, degrade, humiliate, harass or intimidate the person. In addition, any requirements by a team member that compel another team member to participate in any activity that is against university policy or state/federal law will be defined as hazing.

Actions and activities that are prohibited include, but are not limited to, the following:

• any type of initiation or other activity in which there is an expectation of individuals joining a particular team to participate in behavior designed to humiliate, degrade or abuse them, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate

• forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual to consume alcohol or any other substance

• forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual to shave any part of the body, including hair on the head

• any requirement or pressure put on an individual to participate in any activity that is illegal, perverse, publicly indecent or contrary to genuine morals and/or beliefs (e.g., public profanity, indecent or lewd conduct or sexual gestures in public)

• required eating of anything an individual would not eat otherwise

• any activity or action that creates a perceived or actual risk to the health, safety or property of the University or any member of its community

• forcing or requiring calisthenics, such as push-ups, sit-ups and runs

• assigning or endorsing pranks, such as stealing or harassment of another organization • awakening or disturbing individuals during normal sleeping hours

• expecting or pressuring individuals to participate in an activity in which the full membership is not willing to participate

• physical abuse of any kind

• forcing, encouraging or pressuring someone to wear in public apparel that is conspicuous and not within the norm of what is considered to be in good taste

• engaging in public stunts and buffoonery

• nudity at any time or forced reading of pornographic material

• paddling, beating or otherwise permitting a member to hit other members

• having substances such as eggs, mud, paint and honey thrown at, poured on, or otherwise applied to the body of a member

• morally degrading/humiliating games or other activities that make a member the object of amusement, ridicule or intimidation

• subjecting a member to cruel and unusual psychological conditions

If a student has experienced or witnessed sexual harassment in any University context the student should report the incident to the appropriate administrator or coach.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HAZING PREVENTION

(To be completed and turned in to your head coach)

I have read the policy about hazing and understand the following:

(Initial) The policy and regulations of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics pertaining to hazing.

(Initial) I agree and promise not to participate in any activity deemed to be hazing. (Initial) I have read the above examples of hazing as described in OBU Hazing Policy.

(Initial) I understand that if I am in violation of this policy I will be subject to discipline that may include, but is not limited to, department or university probation, suspension, from the team and/or the university and expulsion from the team and/or the university. In addition, I am aware that the term may be subject to group discipline that can include, but is not limited to, team probation, cancellation of individual contests and/or cancellation of the entire season.

I understand that I am required to know, understand and follow the rules, policies and procedures related to hazing at OBU. I am responsible for the complete University hazing policy.

Date:

Signature of Student-Athlete

Printed Name

Student Athlete Well-Being

Student-Athlete Survey

At the end of each Spring semester all student athletes are surveyed via electronic instrument concerning their well-being. Student-athletes who are leaving the institution and/or have completed their eligibility are surveyed as well. If an issue arises from the information gathered by the surveys, the Director of Athletics, Senior Woman Administrator, Faculty Athletics Representative and appropriate Head Coach will meet and address the issue or issues.

Student-Athlete Academic Advisors

During any interaction with their academic advisor, if any issues arise concerning the well-being of the student-athlete, the advisor will complete a CARE TEAM form. This form is the initial document for a university-wide program that is used to communicate student issues that need attention. The CARE TEAM form is then submitted to the Dean of Students office for further action. Copies of these forms are sent to the Director of Athletics, Senior Woman Administrator, Faculty Athletics Representative and the President.

If a CARE TEAM form is submitted for a student-athlete, the Dean of Students contacts the Director of Athletics, Senior Woman Administrator, Faculty Athletics Representative and the appropriate Head Coach. This group then takes the appropriate action to address the student-athlete well-being.

Athletic Administration Availability

In all meetings and other forms of communication, the athletic administration communicates availability and “open door policy” of all athletic administrators. We encourage all student-athletes to come by to visit about anything that is on their minds. The athletic administrative staff is also encouraged to attend practices and other events where student-athletes would have the opportunity to interact with the staff.

OBU POLICY ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Philosophy Statement

Oklahoma Baptist University is a Christian institution which is concerned about the total well-being of its students. The formulation of behavioral expectations into policy is guided by Baptist relationships in the OBU community. All students of the University are expected to maintain high standards of moral conduct and concern for the well-being and rights of their fellow students. Students are expected at all times to adhere to standards of public and private behavior consistent with the philosophy and purposes of the University and with state and local laws.

OBU's student handbook addresses the topic of substance abuse, specifically the use of alcoholic beverages, drugs, and tobacco. The following statements are taken directly from the student handbook: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Possession and or/use of alcoholic beverages, including beer and cooler beverages, on campus is strictly forbidden. Possession of alcoholic beverage containers can be

interpreted as an abridgment of this regulation. Any student appearing on campus whose use of alcoholic beverages is discernible will be subject to disciplinary action. Possession and/or use of alcoholic

beverages on University-related off-campus trips and/or group activities is also strictly forbidden.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES: A student may not possess or use any of the controlled substances in either the refined or crude form except under the direction of a licensed physician. No student shall sell or give such drugs to any other person.

SMOKING/TOBACCO USE: In keeping with the mission and purpose of the University, and in order to encourage a clean and healthy environment, Oklahoma Baptist University promotes a tobacco-free environment on campus. The use of tobacco in any form is expressly forbidden in all campus facilities. Furthermore, the Athletic Grant-In-Aid stipulates that the student-athlete will contribute to the best interests of the University with his/her talents, responsive attitude, be a good, enthusiastic representative of the University, and abide by team and University rules.

OBU Intercollegiate Athletics Drug Policy

Oklahoma Baptist University will follow a drug screening program consisting of the following: 1. Random Screening:

a. The OBU Athletics Department will conduct random drug screening throughout the academic year. For results of a positive screen, see Section 3 below.

b. Positive drug screen results will be discussed among the Head Athletic Trainer, the Director of Athletics, the Athlete’s Head Coach and Other Administrative Personnel.

c. If the athlete fails to comply with the scheduled drug screening, it will be treated as a positive drug screen, see Section 3 below.

d. If an athlete refuses to be screened for drugs, he/she will forego participation in his/her Intercollegiate Sport at OBU.

2. If probable cause occurs regarding usage by an athlete, the athlete will be required to undergo drug screening. Screening for probable cause could involve three sources:

a. Unsubstantiated rumor or suspicion of the coach based on behavior of the athlete. Coach and Director of Athletics determine, in counseling with the athlete, whether the athlete should be screened. If the athlete admits use or abuse, the policy in Section 2b would be in effect. If screening is required and the athlete denies use or abuse, the initial expense is to be paid by the University.

b. Athlete admits drug use or abuse and requests help. Athlete must have counseling on a

frequency set by the substance abuse program. Athlete must have monthly follow-up screens for ten months at the athlete's expense. A positive screen during this time frame will result in suspension from athletics and loss of athletic aid as outlined in Section 3b.

c. Accusation: Accuser submits accusation in writing to the Athletics Director. After investigation, if the athlete admits use or abuse, the policy in Section 2b will be in effect. If the athlete denies use or abuse, he or she will be screened for drug use. The initial expense will be paid by the

University.

3. Results of positive screens:

a. First positive screen: If a screen is positive, the athlete will be temporarily suspended from

participation for two weeks beginning with the date of the screening result. The athlete must have an evaluative counseling session to determine the severity of the problem. If the counselor deems necessary, follow-up counseling will be required. The athlete pays for all the counseling. The athlete must also undergo monthly drug screens for ten months. The athlete pays for these. These expenses may not be charged to the student's account and will not be covered by athletic insurance.

b. Second positive screen: If a second positive screen occurs at any time following a first positive screen, the athlete will be suspended from participation and athletic aid for the remainder of the academic year. Reinstatement is possible only after counseling is successfully completed and ten months of screens are successfully passed. The athlete pays for all counseling and drug screens. These expenses may not be charged to the student's account and will not be covered by athletic insurance.

NCAA Drug Testing Policy and Procedures

The NCAA may conduct mandatory random drug screen at any time during the school year or summer. The following link will provide additional information concerning the tests, banned substances, appeals and other miscellaneous information for student-athletes: http://www.ncaa.org/health-and-safety/policy/drug-testing.

Drug and Alcohol Education Program

Oklahoma Baptist University will follow a drug and alcohol education program designed by Drug Free Sports.

The material can be found at: http://myplaybook.drugfreesport.com/collegiate-program/.

Drug and Alcohol Counseling

If counseling is needed, the Athletics Department will refer you to the University Counseling Center for a list of suggested counselors. This list will be available to the all athletes.

Performance Enhancing Drugs and Nutritional Supplements

BANNED SUBSTANCES AND ERGOGENIC AIDS

The NCAA bans the following classes of drugs: a. Stimulants

b. Anabolic Agents

c. Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for rifle only) d. Diuretics and Other Masking Agents

e. Street Drugs

f. Peptide Hormones and Analogues g. Anti-estrogens

h. Beta-2 Agonists

Note: Any substance chemically related to these classes is also banned

The institution and the student-athlete shall be held accountable for all drugs within the banned drug class regardless of whether they have been specifically identified.

Drugs and Procedures Subject to Restrictions: a. Blood Doping.

b. Local Anesthetics (under some conditions). c. Manipulation of Urine Samples.

d. Beta-2 Agonists permitted only by prescription and inhalation. e. Caffeine if concentrations in urine exceed 15 micrograms/ml. NCAA Nutritional/Dietary Supplements Warning:

Before consuming any nutritional/dietary supplement product, review the product with your athletics department staff! Dietary supplements are not well regulated and may cause a positive drug test result.

Student-athletes have tested positive and lost their eligibility using dietary supplements. Many dietary supplements are contaminated with banned drugs not listed on the label. Any product containing a dietary supplement ingredient is taken at your own risk. It is your responsibility to check with the appropriate athletics staff before using any substance Some Examples of NCAA Banned Substances in Each Drug Class

NOTE: There is no complete list of banned drug examples!! Check with your athletics department staff before you consume any medication or supplement.

are on this medication); caffeine (guarana); cocaine; ephedrine; fen