THE NCAA
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UW-Superior is a Division III member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The NCAA’s core purpose is to govern competition in a fair, safe, equitable and sportsmanlike manner, and to integrate intercollegiate athletics into higher education so that the educational experience of the student-athlete is paramount.
Colleges and universities determine the level at which they will compete, and new members must petition to join the division they choose. Once division affiliation is determined, members must comply with rules (personnel, amateurism, recruiting, eligibility, benefits, financial aid, and playing and practice seasons) that vary from division to division.
The division structure enables each NCAA member institution to choose the level of competition that best fits its mission. The NCAA does not assign membership classification. NCAA rules permit limited multi-division classification. (Information excerpted from WIAC
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Most of UW-Superior’s intercollegiate athletic teams are affiliated with the Wisconsin
Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC). The conference is comprised of the nine Div. III public universities in the state of Wisconsin. The conference also has four members that compete in just one sport- Hamline (gymnastics), Gustavus Adolphus (gymnastics), Winona State
(gymnastics) and Finlandia University (men’s soccer). The WIAC sponsors competition in 21 sports:
Men’s Women’s
Baseball Basketball
Basketball Cross Country
Cross Country Golf
Football Gymnastics
Ice Hockey Soccer
Soccer Softball
Swimming & Diving Swimming & Diving Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field Tennis
Wrestling Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field
Volleyball Members Include:
UW- Eau Claire, UW- La Crosse, UW-Oshkosh, UW- Platteville, UW- River Falls, UW-Stevens Point, UW- Stout, UW-Superior, UW-Whitewater
NCHA
The men’s and women’s ice hockey teams at UW-Superior compete in the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association (NCHA), which was created in 1980.
The league has gone through many changes before it reached its current membership of seven men’s team and 12 women’s teams.
Members Include:
Men’s Women’s
St. Norbert Adrian
St. Scholastica Concordia Wisconsin
UW-Eau Claire Finlandia
UW-River Falls Lake Forest
UW-Stevens Point Marian
UW-Stout St. Norbert UW-Superior St. Scholastica UW-Eau Claire UW-River Falls UW-Stevens Point UW-Superior
Thank you for choosing UW-Superior for the opportunity to advance both your academic and athletic endeavors. Being a student-athlete at UW-Superior requires not only a high work ethic on the field for competition but in the classroom as well. The university and the athletic
department are dedicated to the student-athletes success, not only in competition but in the classroom as well. This student-athlete planner is one such service provided to help you in many aspects of your career.
This publication has been prepared by various resources in the department to help you achieve success in many aspects of our life. The planner contains various sources of information that you may find helpful in regards not only to athletics but the university as well.
Feel free to contact the appropriate member of the athletic department staff regarding any questions you may have. The opportunity of being a student-athlete will provide you with many lessons and experiences that you will carry throughout your life.
Steve Nelson
Director of Athletics
ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY
The University of Wisconsin-Superior provides a variety of opportunities for men and women to participate in intercollegiate athletics at the NCAA Division III level. The purpose of the athletic program is to enrich the student’s collegiate experience. The student is expected to place a
priority on academics while participating in an outstanding athletic program, thus striving for excellence as a student and as an athlete. The athletic programs of the university are not scholarship-based. Scholarships received by athletes are on the basis of academic performance and leadership.
UW-Superior intercollegiate athletic programs are designed to enrich the student-athlete, the university and the community as a whole. Through the athletic programs, the university strives to provide the following:
1. A healthy, competitive and professionally supervised athletic experience for student-athletes.
2. An array of programs that encourage wide involvement of students either as student-athletes or as spectators.
3. A co-curricular laboratory for students interested in related areas such as physical
education, coaching, officiating, marketing, sports medicine, broadcasting and recreation that complement the academic programs of the university.
4. Equal opportunity for men and women student-athletes to participate in competitive intercollegiate sports in each of the three major seasons.
INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSE AND ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY
Rationale: Colleges and universities in Division III place highest priority on the overall quality of a student’s educational experience and on the successful completion of all students’ academic programs. They seek to establish and maintain an environment in which a student-athlete’s athletic activities are conducted as an integral part of the student-athlete’s educational experience. They also seek to establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among their student-athletes and athletics staff.To achieve this end, Division III institutions:
• Place special importance on the impact of athletics on participants rather than on the spectators and greater emphasis on the internal constituency (students, alumni, institutional personnel) than on the general public and its entertainment needs; • Award no athletically-related financial aid to any student;
• Encourage the development of sportsmanship and positive societal attitudes in all constituents, including student-athletes, coaches, administrative personnel, and spectators;
• Encourage participation by maximizing the number and variety of athletics opportunities in varsity, junior varsity, club and intramural sports;
• Ensure that actions of coaches and administrators exhibit fairness, openness and honesty in their relationships with student-athletes;
• Ensure that athletics participants are not treated differently from other members of the student-body;
• Ensure the integration of student-athletes into institutional life;
• Ensure that athletics programs support the institution’s educational mission by financing, staffing, and controlling the programs through the same general procedures as other departments of the institution;
• Provide equitable athletics opportunities for males and females and give equal emphasis to men’s and women’s sports;
• Give primary emphasis to regional in-season and conference competition;
• Support students in their efforts to reach high levels of performance, which may include opportunities for participation in national championships, by providing all teams with adequate facilities, competent coaching and appropriate competitive opportunities with students from similar institutions.
UW-SUPERIOR ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT
Rationale: Whereas, the athletic program at the University of Wisconsin-Superior is a mirror of the university functioning to bring pride to the student-athletes, the student body, the faculty, the alumni and the community; the student-athletes are expected to conduct
themselves in a respectful manner. Conduct unbecoming a student-athlete in or out of season with eligibility remaining, is subject to discipline.
The areas of major concern are:
1. Prosecution for the violation of local, state, or federal law(s);
2. Violation of the current UW-Superior Student Handbook Rules and Regulations;
3. The violation of any written rules presented to participants at the start of their season by their head coach of that particular sport.
PUNISHMENTS AND APPEALS PROCESS
FIRST OFFENSE- A meeting will be held with the student-athlete in question, the coach of the player involved, and the athletic director. The known facts and consequences of the behavior in question will be discussed in a closed session. Range of discipline may include, but is not limited to the loss of playing time; not playing in a contest or not starting the contest. If the inappropriate conduct occurs out of season for the athlete and the athlete has eligibility remaining, and if a game suspension is a result, the suspension will be served the first game of the next season.
**Suspended student-athletes will attend all practices and scheduled games and the said student-athlete will adhere to all practice and travel rules.
SECOND OFFENSE- Immediate suspension of the student-athlete from the athletic program for the remainder of the school year.
THIRD OFFENSE-The student-athlete in question will forfeit their athletic career at the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
APPEALS: The student-athlete has two working days from the determination of the discipline to file an appeal with the athletics director. All appeals must be in writing to the athletics director who will then notify the chair of appeals committee for immediate action. All appeals will be heard within five working days after the appeal is delivered in writing to the athletics director. The appeals committee will be an ad hoc committee comprised of a student-athlete, coach, athletics director, and the chair of the athletic committee.
STUDENT ATHLETE POLICIES
Participation in athletics at the University of Wisconsin-Superior is a privilege, not a right, which carries with it responsibilities to the team, the athletic program, the student body, the university, and the community.
The University of Wisconsin-Superior and the athletics department in conjunction with the NCAA, WIAC, and the NCHA have stated policies/rules and expectations regarding the conduct of the student-athlete. Violations as listed in the UW-Superior Student Handbook will be enforced by appropriate university officials. Policies for violations of the UW-Superior Student Athlete Code of Conduct have also been developed and are stated below. EXTRA BENEFIT RULE
As stated in the NCAA Bylaw, Article 16.02.3: An extra benefit is any special arrangement by an institutional employee or a representative of the institution’s athletics interest to provide a student-athlete or the student-athlete’s relative or friend a benefit not expressly authorized by NCAA legislation. Receipt of a benefit by student-athletes or their relatives or friends is not a violation of NCAA legislation if it is demonstrated that the same benefit is generally available to the institution’s students or their relatives or friends or to a particular segment of the student body (e.g., international students, minority students) determined on a basis unrelated to athletics ability. (Revised: 1/10/91)
ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE
The UW-Superior intercollegiate athletics program will not tolerate the use, possession or purchase of any illegal substance by any student-athlete, student athletic trainer, student assistant coach, cheerleader, or manager in connection with any team function as defined by federal, state, and/or local statute, the NCAA, the conference of the University of Wisconsin-Superior intercollegiate athletics program. This expectation extends to any prospective student-athlete or their hosts while visiting UW-Superior, any official team function and/or when behavior outside of a team function reflects poorly on the athletics program. A published list of banned substances is provided by the NCAA and is available from the athletic trainer.
ALCOHOL & OTHER DRUG ABSE
The UW-Superior Athletic Program will not tolerate the use of alcohol and other drugs by any student-athlete, student athletic trainer, student assistant coach, cheerleader or manager in connection with a team function, including all aspects of team travel. This expectation extends to any prospective student-athletes or their hosts while visiting UW-Superior, any official team function and/or when behavior outside of team function reflects poorly on the UW-Superior athletic program.
TOBACCO
As stated by NCAA regulation, the use by any student-athlete, student athletic trainer, student assistant coach, or manager, of tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, during any practice or at the site of or during a competition is prohibited. If necessary, medical consultation with a professional will be encouraged.
UW-SUPERIOR DRUG TESTING PROCEDURES
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is committed to developing and maintaining an environment that fosters competition free from the use of banned substances. This policy is for the UW-Superior student-athletes and is separate from the NCAA Drug Testing program. UW-Superior may amend this policy without any written notification to the student-athletes. Periodic testing may take place at any time. All UW-Superior athletes are subject to drug testing pursuant to this policy. Methods of testing include: unannounced random testing, team testing, and testing in response to reasonable cause. Reasonable cause may include without limitation,1. Observed possession or use of substances, appearing to be prohibited drugs. 2. Arrest or conviction for a criminal offense related to the possession or transfer of
prohibited drugs or substances.
3. Observed abnormal appearance, conduct or behavior, including unusual patterns of behavior or absence from training or competition, reasonably interpretable as being caused by the use of prohibited drugs or substances.
4. Abnormal weight change.
Any positive tests regarding the use of street drugs, performance enhancing substances and illegal nutritional supplements on the NCAA banned substance list
in suspension for one full calendar year from the date in which the student-athlete tested positive. The student-athlete will be required to meet with the athletic director and hearing committee to discuss the details on the situation. The student-athlete will also be required to attend all practices during the suspension. The student-athlete will also work with the athletic director to follow through with assessment opportunities either available at the university or with an outside agency. The student-athlete will be responsible for all costs incurred for the assessment and treatment.
The student-athlete may appeal any penalty by going through the appeal process. APPEAL PROCESS
Student-athletes who test positive for a banned substance by the lab/company retained by the university, may, within 72 hours following receipt of the notice of the lab finding, contest the finding. Upon the student’s request, the athletic director will formally request the lab retained by the university to perform an additional test, “Specimen B.” “Specimen B” findings will be final, and subject to the results of any appeal. If “Specimen B” results are negative, the drug test will be considered negative.
Student-athletes who test positive are entitled to a hearing with the athletic director and/or designee prior to the imposition of any sanction. Requests for a hearing must be made within 48 hours of notification of a positive test result. If the 48 hours would end on a weekend, the request must be made by noon on the next business day.
If a student-athlete refused to participate in a test they will be treated as having tested positive and will be ineligible to compete in all athletic events for one calendar year from the date of refusal. Any attempts to cheat, substitute, alter, or intentionally dilute the specimen (urine) will deem a student-athlete ineligible to compete for one full calendar year from the date of cheating. A student-athlete may NOT join a second sport following a positive test to fulfill their
suspension.
DRUG EDUCATION
An educational presentation on the harmful effects of commonly used drugs will be presented at least once per year. Attendance at the meeting is mandatory for each student-athlete. A video will be made, so if absence is pre-approved by coach due to an emergency, class or severe illness, the student-athlete will be required to make it up. Student-athletes must view the video in a timely manner, or the student-athlete will not be permitted to practice or compete until they have viewed the recorded presentation.
Student-athletes are eligible for counseling services at UW-Superior if necessary. For more information, contact Student Health and Counseling Services, on the web at
TEAM ABSENCE POLICY
Students are expected to attend all classes. Individual absences from class may be excused only by the instructor. Consult the course syllabus for proper procedures for notifying the instructor in case of emergency. Group absences for both off-and-on-campus activities, such as field trips, music clinics, and athletic trips, must be cleared with the appropriate administrator and a list of students participating be made available for publication. The list of students should be posted on the university’s website or sent by e-mail to the campus community by the sponsoring authority, one time only, and be submitted to the Register’s Office. Students absent for university approved activities will be excused from class and allowed to make up missed course work. Instructors may require students to complete a supplementary assignment in lieu of class attendance. It is the student’s responsibility to directly notify the instructors prior to the absence.
UW-SUPERIOR ATHLETIC HAZING POLICY
The University of Wisconsin-Superior athletics department strives to promote a successful and positive athletic program for the student-athlete, the community, and members of the department. We actively seek to provide an atmosphere of positive growth and respect for all involved. We do not and will not tolerate hazing of fellow athletes.
Hazing is defined as any activity expected of someone joining a group that degrades, abuses, or endangers that person, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate. Any action taken or situation created intentionally, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical
discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule will not be tolerated. Such activities include but are not limited to: creation of excessive fatigue; physical and psychological exercises and humiliating games; and requiring the drinking of alcohol or other activities which are not
consistent with policy or regulations of the University of Wisconsin-Superior or University of Wisconsin System.
Any violation or infraction of the policy may result in severe disciplinary action against the individual(s) or team as a whole. A committee consisting of the athletics director, the assistant director, the faculty athletic representative, two students (one from the Student Athletic Advisory Committee and one form the athletics committee), and a representative from the coaches will review any complaints received and determine any disciplinary action. Persons who have a conflict of interest with the sport or persons involved should be abstained. Another person or student may replace them.
In order to further define what is and is not hazing, the following examples are provided: • Acceptable team building behaviors include mandatory pre-season training - testing for
skill, endurance, or performance in a sport; requiring a specific grade point average; dressing for team function; attending or participating in a skit night or team roast; participating in team volunteer community service; signing a team contract; and participating in team activities.
• Discouraged behaviors (activities, but not dangerous or potentially illegal activities) include being yelled at or cursed at; being required to wear certain clothing or team jerseys where the intent is to embarrass; participating in calisthenics not related to the sport; acting as a personal assistant to players off the field or court; or being required to eat extremely spicy or disgusting concoctions.
• Behaviors clearly not tolerated include: alcohol related activities such as drinking contests; making prank calls or harassing others; destroying or stealing property; engaging in or simulating sexual acts; tying up, taping, or confining someone in small places; paddling, whipping, beating, or kicking; and kidnapping or transporting and abandoning someone. These are highly unacceptable and potentially illegal activities that carry a high probability of danger to injury and they will not be tolerated. Questions regarding this policy should be directed to the director of athletics.
UW-SUPERIOR ACADEMIC POLICIES
The policies and regulations listed below define the minimum academic standards of the university. A separate set of standards exist for financial aid and athletic eligibility. ACADEMIC GOOD STANDING
To be eligible to enroll for classes, a student must be considered to be in academic good standing. Students who have been suspended are not considered to be in academic good standing and will be eligible to enroll for classes’ only after reinstatement. An exception to this policy is made for summer term enrollment. See the following section titled academic suspension.
ACADEMIC PROBATION
Students are placed on academic probation whenever his or her: 1. Cumulative grade point average drops below 2.00,
2. Semester grade point average is less than 1.66 regardless of the cumulative grade point average.
Students on probation must earn a 2.00 semester grade point average the following semester to remain in good standing. Once the cumulative grade point average goes to 2.00 or above, they are no longer on probation. If students fail to earn a 2.00 semester grade point average, while on probation, they will be suspended.
Whenever a student’s semester or cumulative grade point average falls below 2.00, the students and their advisors will be notified before the start of the next semester. Students may want to contact their advisors before the beginning of the semester to discuss potential modifications to the next semester’s schedule.
Transfer students accepted with less than a 2.00 cumulative grade point average from all previously attended institutions will be admitted on academic probation.
Suspended students readmitted by the Student Reinstatement committee will be readmitted on academic probation.
ACADEMIC SUSPENSION
At the end of each term the university reviews the academic records for all students. Students previously on probation will be suspended if their semester grade point average is less than 2.00. Students suspended for failure to maintain academic good standing shall be declared ineligible to continue to enroll during any fall or spring term. Suspended students may attend classes during any summer session without being reinstated.
REINSTATEMENT
Suspended students are required to petition for readmission no matter how long ago the suspension occurred, unless they have raised their cumulative grade point average to 2.00 through summer term enrollment. Petitions for readmission should be filed with the Registrar’s Office at least one week before the beginning of the term in which they wish to re-enter.
Students will not be considered for re-admission before the lapse of at least one semester unless it can be demonstrated to the reinstatement committee that the academic suspension was due to factors beyond the student’s control and that the cause for the suspension has been removed. If students have been suspended previously and been readmitted, they will not be eligible to be considered for readmission until a period of one year has elapsed unless they can satisfactorily demonstrate that the cause for suspension has been removed.
Re-entry transfer students must furnish official transcripts. Admission, even after the above waiting periods, is not guaranteed. It will be necessary for the students to demonstrate that their studies can be successfully completed.
PERSONAL APPEAL
If students’ written petition for reinstatement is denied, the students have the right to a personal appeal. Students will need to meet with the reinstatement committee personally. Students should be aware that a personal appeal must be supported by information and/or documentation over and above what was provided on the written petition, if the appeal is to have a chance to succeed.
ABC’S OF ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
Student-athletes must be admitted to UW-Superior as a degree-seeking student. Students admitted as specials are not eligible to compete. High school students taking coursework at UW-Superior are in the specials classification so they are not eligible to compete. Entering freshmen who have taken college courses while in high school either at their high school campus or on the college campus must have an official copy of their transcript sent from the college to UW-Superior. These courses are sometimes called PSEO (post-secondary education option), youth options, CIS or CITS (college in the schools). Yes, they will appear on your high school
transcript but in order for UW-Superior to award you credit, they must be on an official college transcript. The Registrar’s Office must have the transcripts before determining eligibility. In addition, international students must show availability of funds to support a student while in college. This may not be the actual cost depending on housing, meal, travel costs, etc., but must be shown for Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) issuing of an I-20. English language proficiency may be required if native language is not English
Student-athletes must be enrolled for at least 12 credits while they continue to practice or compete. If the student-athlete drops below 12 credits they are immediately ineligible. (Last semester seniors may be enrolled for less if they have met or are meeting all of the requirements for graduation.)
To remain eligible, first-term student-athletes (freshmen) must pass a minimum of nine credits. To be eligible for the 2nd season, student-athletes must have completed 24 credits with a 2.00 cumulative GPA. Incompletes do not count in completed credits. The grade must be posted. To be eligible for the 3rd season, student-athletes must have completed 48 credits and have a 2.00 GPA.
To be eligible for the 4th season, student-athletes must have completed 72 credits and have a 2.00 GPA.
If the student-athlete receives a hardship waiver, they must still meet the minimum number of credits for the season they would have been in had they not received the waiver. For example, a student-athlete is injured in his or her first season and is granted a waiver. For the next season, the student athlete has to have completed 24 credits with a GPA of at least a 2.00.
Students may only compete through their 10th term of attendance. (A term is described as full-time enrollment at any point within the term)
Transfer students (defined as having two or more full-time terms at another institution and 24 credits) are immediately eligible if they have never practiced or participated providing that they have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.00. Transfers who have practiced or competed must meet additional requirements depending on individual circumstances.
Caution: This sheet is a guide for understanding the basic rules of eligibility. More detailed questions or concerns should be addressed by the athletics director or registrar. Questions about dropping and adding courses, petitioning the credits committee, etc. should be addressed to the registrar.
Student-Athlete Responsibilities: 1. Maintain full-time credit load.
2. If you get into academic difficulty, talk to someone regarding options.
3. Notify your instructor regarding your absences due to your participation. If there are any problems, let the registrar and/or athletics director know.
4. Register as soon as you are eligible to register.
5. Register for the participation credit at the beginning of the term. 6. Be familiar with the dates in the academic calendar.
7. Be familiar with the academic policies and comply with them.
8. Realize that exceptions to policy are made through the credits committee. Caution: This is intended as a guide for understanding the basic rules of eligibility. More detailed questions or concerns should be addressed by the athletics director or registrar.
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT FUNDRAISER
All student-athletes are expected to participate in department-sponsored fundraisers and other events determined by the athletic department.
MORTORELLI GYM FLOOR RULES
1. Keep the hallway behind the portable bleachers clear to encourage people to walk there instead of on the floor.
2. For open gym times outside of practice times, students are required to complete a facilities request form found online or at the front desk for “drop-in” events. 3. Tennis shoes only on the floor; not tennis shoes that you wear outside.
4. Put equipment away when you are done using it. Don’t drag it across the floor… pick it up and put it away.
5. All spills (including water) must be cleaned up immediately.
6. Floor marking tape is the only tape to be used on the floor by all groups. 7. No spikes allowed in the gym.
8. No throwing hard balls against the walls. 9. Soccer balls must be indoor soccer balls.
10. Jump ropes should be used on the all-purpose surface. 11. No field events will be practiced in the gym.
12. Baseball, softball, and archery will be allowed as long as they use the tarp on the floor. Beverages, although not prohibited, are not encouraged in the gym. If being sold at events, these items must be sold in plastic bottles.
13. If you have practice when the building is closed, the coach his responsible for locking the doors and shutting the lights off.
14. No rollerblades or bikes allowed.
ATHLETIC TRAINING POLICIES & PROCEDURES
The University of Wisconsin-Superior athletic training room is considered a medical facility; therefore, no unauthorized access to the athletic training room will be permitted. PROCESSAs a medical facility the following considerations must apply to its security:
1. The security of confidential medical records contained within the athletic training facility will be given top priority due to legal and ethical implications.
2. Any use of the athletic training room without the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer compromises the quality of care, medical equipment and supply inventories. 3. Use of any therapeutic modalities by individuals not licensed with the State Board of
Medical Practice (i.si coaches, athletes) is against the law, and therefore prohibited. 4. The athletic training room is for the use of members of the UW-Superior sponsored
intercollegiate athletic teams and opponents under the supervision of a certified/licensed athletic trainer.
5. Use of the athletic training room other than normal hours is prohibited, unless scheduled with a UW-Superior Athletic Trainer.
PRE-PARTICIPATION POLICY
Prior to the onset of any practice or competition, all varsity athletes must be given medical clearances by the athletic training staff every year.
PROCESS
For protection of the university and preservation of optimal health of the student-athlete, the following steps must be taken.
1. Well in advance to the onset of an athletic season the team’s head coach is to submit an accurate team roster containing the names of those student-athletes expected at the first practice. Also an accurate account of the dates and times of practices/games must be agreed upon by the head coach and the athletic trainer prior to that sports respective season.
2. Prior to any practice or competition, a student-athlete not previously associated with a UW-Superior athletic team must receive a SPORTS-SPECIFIC physical examination by their personal physician.
**These new student-athletes (including transfers) must also complete all Intercollegiate Athletics Health Information Forms.
3. All returning student-athletes will be required to complete all Intercollegiate Athletics Health Information Forms. This is required for participation prior to the
student-athlete’s sophomore, junior, and senior seasons of eligibility.
All Forms for medical eligibility must be completed and submitted to the athletic
training office by August 1. All medical eligibility forms are located within the Athletic Training section of the athletic web site.
4. All student-athletes MUST provide proof (photo copy) of adequate medical insurance to the UW-Superior athletic training office prior to participating in any UW-Superior sponsored practice or competition.
Athletic Department Medical Insurance Policy
All students participating in athletics must have adequate medical insurance coverage for athletic injury. If a student is not covered under an adequate medical insurance program, he/she must obtain coverage before participating in any UW-Superior athletic program. The UW-Superior and its athletic department are not financially responsible for any medical bills incurred by students involved in any university athletic program. All athlete/emergency/insurance information must be complete, and signed within the Intercollegiate Athletics Health Information forms and on file with the University athletic training office prior to any athletic participation by the student. 5. Following medical clearance the student-athlete must participate in no fewer than 10 days
of practice/conditioning before being allowed to compete against athletes from other colleges/universities. This policy may be amended in accordance with type of sport, conditioning level of athlete, and agreement reached between head coach and athletic trainer.
6. If, during the course of the year, an athlete is injured and restricted from participation, he/she must be reexamined by the team physician(s), consulting physician(s), or head/assistant athletic trainer and granted clearance to resume activity.
NOTE: it will be the coach’s responsibility regarding liability if a student-athlete participates in any practice or athletic event without having the required
medical clearance.
**Failure to receive medical authorization to participate in
intercollegiate athletics shall immediately disqualify any athlete from
further practice or event participation
ATHLETIC TRAINING COVERAGE POLICY
The athletic training staff will provide practice and event coverage assuring athlete’s receive the highest quality of care. This coverage will be based on the NCAA Injury Surveillance statistics and the potential for catastrophic injuries. Also, coverage will be based on the resources
available- times of practice and events, home and away situations.
PROCESS
In order for the athletic trainers to successfully and efficiently carry out their responsibilities, the following steps must be taken.
TRADITIONAL SEASONS
1. A certified athletic trainer will provide direct coverage for all home events. Priority will be given to those sports that are “in season” and possess the greatest potential for
catastrophic injury. This is in accordance with the guidelines set for by the National Athletic Trainer Association and the NCAA Injury Surveillance System regarding athletic training coverage.
“NON-TRADITIONAL SEASON” AS DEFINED BY THE NCAA/Conditioning/Off-Season/Out-of-Season
1. No direct athletic training coverage will be provided
2. Athletic trainers (certified) will staff the athletic training room during the listed athletic hours during the academic year and will provide consultation to (medically eligible) injured varsity athletes.
3. Members of a team’s coaching staff must be First Aid/CPR-AED (adult) certified to properly supervise all non-traditional seasons, conditioning, off-season/out-of-season (post-season) practices and workouts.
SERVICES UW-SUPERIOR ATHLETIC TRAINING STAFF WILL
PROVIDE
The expectations of today’s athletic trainer are varied and complex. The prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries must be entrusted only to those who have adequate preparation. The following will be provided by the athletic training staff (resources allowed).
1. On-site practice and event coverage for UW-Superior student-athletes as well as visiting student-athletes. Emergency plan/procedures will be provided.
2. On-site coverage of practice during listed hours unless arrangements have been made with the athletic trainer. It should not be assumed that staff can or will change plans due to uncontrollable change. (e.g. inclement weather). Coverage will be provided to the best of our ability.
**Coaches are responsible for informing the head athletic trainer of any changes in practices and/or games in writing prior to the first day of practice during their respective seasons. No changes, additions or alterations of the schedule may be made without
3. Prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries will be handled during practices, events.
4. Water, ice, and athletic training supplies may be provided for normal on-site practice and games.
5. Athletes will be prepared (taped, padded, bandaged, stretched) for practice and competition during the traditional season, (in-season sports will have priority). Non-traditional season athletes will receive services as deemed necessary by the athletic trainers. Out-of-season (post-season) athletes are responsible to provide their own brace, tape or supportive devices. The athletic trainers may provide advisory assistance with these purchases.
ATHLETIC TRAINING ROOM PROCEDURES
In order for the athletic trainers to efficiently deliver athletic training services to the student-athletes of UW-Superior, certain procedural steps must be taken, these steps will insure that the student-athlete receives the most expedient, safe, and comprehensive care.
1. All athletes MUST be medically eligible if receiving an injury evaluation, treatment, and/or rehabilitation.
2. Prior to an athlete receiving treatment for a specific injury, an athletic trainer must
evaluate the injury. This insures that proper documentation takes place and an injury does not go mistreated.
3. All medical referrals MUST go through the athletic trainers.
4. Routine evaluations, treatment and rehabilitation procedures will be performed only after proper documentation and must be authorized by the head/assistant athletic trainer. No self-treatment will be allowed. In the case of an emergency, the athlete will be given self-treatment first with proper documentation to follow.
5. The use of any acoustical/electrical modality, or change in modality, MUST be preapproved by the athletic trainers.
6. Medical equipment (i.e. therapeutic modalities) can only be used by a certified athletic trainer (LAT/ATC) who has been given authorization by a licensed, medical physician. Any unauthorized uses of this equipment would submit the user to possible legal complications. 7. There will be NO dispensing of over-the-counter medications unless the athletic trainer has evaluated the athlete.
DAILY ATHLETIC TRAINING ROOM REGULATIONS
In order for the athletic training room to run efficiently, certain rules must be adhered to at all times. These rules will insure that ALL student-athletes receive optimal care in the most expedient way possible.
1. Athletic training room hours will be listed regarding availability of the athletic trainers with in season sports.
2. The athletic training room is medical facility and must be treated as such.
3. After an activity, all the athletes MUST shower BEFORE entering the athletic training room with the exception of emergency cases.
4. Treat everyone with courtesy and respect, and you will be treated accordingly.
6. Athletes must be medically eligible prior to receiving any treatments. If unsure about proper procedures, please ask.
7. Do NOT remove supplies without permission of the athletic trainers. 8. Do NOT use equipment without permission of the athletic trainers. 9. Horseplay and improper language will not be tolerated.
10. NO equipment or grass shoes/spikes/cleats are allowed in the athletic training room. 11. No food, drink, or tobacco products are permitted in the athletic training room.
12. Respect your fellow athletes whose sport is in season. Traditional, in-season athletes will take time and precedence over non-traditional, out-of-season athletes.
ATHLETIC TEAM TRAVEL POLICY
If the athlete is 18 and over and desires to seek alternative transportation to or from an athletic event, he or she must:
1. Submit an Athletic Travel Release Form. Form is available online at:
2. Have the Athletic Travel Release Form approved by the athletics director at least one day before the trip is scheduled to begin.
If the athlete is under 18 and desires to seek alternative transportation to or from an athletic event, he or she must:
1. Submit an Athletic Travel Release Form signed by a parent or legal guardian.
2. Have the Athletic Travel Release Form approved by the athletics director at least one day before the trip is scheduled to begin.
The original signed release form will be kept in the athletic office and a copy will be given to the coach.
If a parent, legal guardian or spouse arrives at an event and wants to take a participant with them, it is acceptable for the head coach to grant permission at the event by having the athlete, family member, and coach complete the Athletic Travel Release Form.
When not traveling by university arranged travel, the athlete realizes private insurance becomes primary.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILTY FOR TEAM TRAVEL
If classes will be missed due to athletic competition, students must contact their instructors during the first week of classes to make arrangements so that any course requirements unfulfilled due to these absences can be satisfied. In case of schedule changes, students must immediately contact their instructors and make any necessary arrangements regarding unfulfilled course requirements. Check with your coach for accurate leave times for away games.
STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SAAC)
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is comprised of two representatives from each varsity athletic team. Representatives are selected in the fall for a term that runs through the academic year. The general membership of the SAAC meets on a monthly basis during the academic year.The purpose of the SAAC at the UW-Superior is:
1. To promote increased communications between student-athletes and athletic department administration.
2. To encourage student-athletes to become more involved in the university and surrounding communities through service projects. Some of these projects include: painting the town, mentoring in the schools, campus clean-up, and food drives.
3. To promote communication, interaction, and support between teams in an effort to cultivate a sense of community and pride among UW-Superior student-athletes. 4. To provide an opportunity for student-athletes to develop leadership skills.
If you are interested in becoming involved in SAAC, talk to your coach for additional information.
ATHLETIC FACILITIES
The following are the athletics facilities utilized by UW-Superior athletics, their locations, and the teams that typically use them.
Marcovich Wellness Center 1810 Catlin Avenue
Lydia Thering Fieldhouse
• Men’s and women’s indoor track and field Mertz Mortorelli Gymnasium
• Men’s and women’s basketball • Volleyball
Ted Whereatt Field
2307 Catlin Avenue (behind Ross Hall)
*Due to field repair (2012-13) will play at Duluth Wade Stadium • Baseball
Wessman Arena 2701 Catlin Avenue
• Men’s and women’s ice hockey Liebaert Field
Elm Avenue and Belknap Avenue • Softball
Yellowjacket Soccer Complex
2307 Catlin Avenue (behind Ross Hall)
*Due to field repair (2012-13) will play at Duluth Public School Stadium or at Duluth East • Men’s and women’s soccer
A QUICK GUIDE TO CAMPUS SERVICES
ACADEMIC ADVISINGCenter for Academic and Disability Resources, Old Main, Room 134. For more information, call (715) 394-8515 or go t
ACADEMIC RECORDS
Registrar's Office in Old Main, Room 139. Download a request form on the registrar's website at www.uwsuper.edu/Registrar.
ADDRESS
University of Wisconsin-Superior Belknap & Catlin, PO Box 2000 Superior WI 54880-4500
ATM
Yellowjacket Union, North entrance. BILLING INFORMATION
Get fee information and pay bills at the Cashier's Office in Old Main, Room 208. For more information, go to www.uwsuper.edu/fees.
BOOKS
'Jacket Book & Supply is located on the first floor in the Yellowjacket Union. For more information or to purchase books online, go to www.uwsuper.edu/bookstore.
CAREER HELP
Career Services is located in the Yellowjacket Union, Suite 230. For information call (715) 394-8024, email career@uwsuper.edu or go to www.uwsuper.edu/career.
CHANGE YOUR MAJOR
Center for Academic Advising and Disability Resources in Old Main, Room 134. For more information, call 394-8515 or go to www.uwsuper.edu/advise.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Check your My E-Hive Portal account on the university's web site. COMPUTER ACCESS
UW-Superior offers convenient student access to more than 250 personal computers in labs throughout campus. Some labs are available 24 hours a day, and some are staffed by student consultants who can provide individual assistance with computer applications. In addition, many academic departments provide study areas equipped with computers and printers. Many areas of campus offer wireless Internet access for student computers.
All residence halls offer wireless Internet access and each residence hall room has two connections to the university's computer network and the Internet. Residence halls also offer computer labs that are available to residents 24 hours a day.
The Technology Services Help Desk in Swenson Hall, room 1061, provides short-term loans of technology for student projects and presentations.
Getting access:
Your E-Hive Username provides you with access to university computers and the student portal. Your E-Hive Username is created when you enroll at UW-Superior and provided to you as part of your initial orientation and advising. You can get assistance in accessing university computing resources at the Technology Services Help Desk in Swenson Hall, Room 1061; by calling the Technology Helpdesk at (715) 394-8300 or (800) 806-2890; or e-mailing helpdesk@uwsuper.edu.
Residence Hall computer support is available by calling ResNet at (715) 394-8439 or e-mailing problems@resnet.uwsuper.edu.
Computer lab locations: Erlanson Hall - Room 101
Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center - Room 1182 Jim Dan Hill Library – First Floor
Swenson Hall – Room 1019
Yellowjacket Union - ROC and Suite 230
Crownhart, Curran-McNeill-Ostrander, and Ross residence halls You can check the availability of the computers in each lab online at:
Copy machine locations:
Coin-operated photocopier is located in Jim Dan Hill Library. COUNSELING
Student Health & Counseling Services, Marcovich Wellness Center. For appointments, call (715) 394-8236. For more information, go to
DEGREE PROGRESS REPORT
Check your E-Hive account on the university's web site or contact the Center for Academic Advising and Disability Resources in Old Main, Room 134, or call 394-8515.
DISABILITY SERVICES
Center for Academic Advising and Disability Resources in Old Main, Room 134. For more
information call 394-8515 or go to
DISCRIMINATION
Affirmative Action Officer, Old Main, Room 201-B or 394-8365. E-HIVE
The E-Hive is a web portal that enables a student to manage her-or-his class schedule, view academic information such as grade reports, degree progress reports and unofficial
transcripts, maintain their mailing address, and access financial information. It also provides access to e-mail, online learning, campus news and the campus event schedule. Access to the E-Hive is through the My E-Hive Portal icons on the university web site.
E-MAIL ACCESS
Official university e-mail messages are sent only to a student's university e-mail account. A student's account is created when he or she registers at UW-Superior. A Username and initial password are sent to each student by mail. Students can get assistance in accessing the network and their university e-mail from student lab consultants in the computer labs, or at Technology Services Help Desk in McCaskill Hall, Room 122.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
You can read the university's Emergency Response Plan at www.uwsuper.edu/emergency. ESCORT TO YOUR CAR
Campus Safety will escort you from building to building or to and from your car. Call the Campus Safety Office at 394-8114.
FAX MACHINE
A fax machine for personal business is located at the Information and Service Desk in the Yellowjacket Union.
FOOD
Union Café, 'Jacket Java and the Brick Oven Grille are located in the Yellowjacket Union. HEALTH SERVICES
For information about health care for students, contact Student Health and Counseling Services in Marcovich Wellness Center, or call 715-394-8236.
JOBS
All on-campus part-time and full-time jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities are posted in 'Jacket Jobs. All students automatically have accounts. Go to
MAILBOX
A USPS mailbox is located outside the Yellowjacket Union. Stamps are sold in 'Jacket Book & Supply. Residence hall mailboxes are located in the Yellowjacket Union atrium.
MAP
Campus maps are available online at www.uwsuper.edu/maps. MEDICAL HELP
Student Health & Counseling Services is coordinated through Essentia Health. Call (218) 786-3110 to talk to a registered nurse who will do an assessment and tell you what you need to do. For emergencies, dial 911. Make sure to identify yourself as a UW-Superior student.
PARKING PERMIT
University parking permits are required to park in university lots. Student, staff and guest parking permits are sold at the University Public Safety Building located at Belknap Street and Catlin Avenue.
SEXUAL HARRASSMENT
Affirmative Action Officer, Old Main, Room 201-B, or call (715) 394-8365. SPORTS EQUIPMENT
Intramurals/Outdoor Recreation Office in the Marcovich Wellness Center rents sports equipment and outdoor gear. You can find them online at:
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARD
Student ID cards are available at the Yellowjacket Union Information and Service Desk. Your student ID is required for admittance to UW-Superior athletic events.
T-SHIRTS AND SWEATSHIRTS
'Jacket Book & Supply in the Yellowjacket Union. TELEPHONE NUMBERS
General Information -- 394-8101
Admission to the University -- 394-8230 Athletic Office -- 395-4693
Campus Safety Office -- 394-8114
Computer Helpdesk -- 394-8300 or 800-806-2890 Continuing Education/Extension -- 394-8469 Dean of Students Office -- 394-8241
Distance Learning Center -- 394-8487 Financial Aid -- 394-8200
Graduate Studies -- 394-8295
Health and Counseling Services -- 394-8236 International Student Services -- 394-8138 Library -- 394-8343
Multicultural Student Affairs -- 394-8297 Registering for classes -- 394-8228 Residence Life -- 394-8438
Student Support Services -- 394-8185 Transcripts -- 394-8227
Weather Hotline -- 394-8400 TITLE IX
Affirmative Action Officer in Old Main, Room 201-B, or 394-8365.
TRANSCRIPTS
Registrar's Office in Old Main, Room 139. Transcript request forms is available online at: TUTORING
Student Support Services in Old Main, Room 118. The Writing Center, located in Swenson Hall room 1030, provides free assistance to students with the writing they do for their classes, no matter the discipline. Students can find help with all stages of the writing
process. An in-person consultation with a trained peer consultant typically lasts 30 minutes. An online consultation typically lasts from 45 minutes to an hour.
WEATHER INFORMATION
To find out whether classes are canceled because of weather, call UW-Superior's Weather and Emergency Hotline at (715) 394-8400 or watch the UW-Superior website.
WEBSITES
UW-Superior - www.uwsuper.edu Athletics-Admissions - www.uwsuper.edu/admissions Graduate Studies - www.uwsuper.edu/graduate Registrar's Office - www.uwsuper.edu/registrar Directions to campus - www.uwsuper.edu/directions Alumni - www.uwsuper.edu/alumni
News and Events - www.uwsuper.edu/news
DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS DIRECTORY
Please keep in mind that the area code is 715 for all numbers.Athletic Department ...395-4693 Athletic Department Fax ...395-4639 Athletics Director ...Steve Nelson ...395-4619 Assistant Athletic Director ...Lynne Deadrick ...395-4612 Athletic Training ...David Kroll ...395-4641 Athletic Training Fax ...395-4607 Compliance ...Lynne Deadrick ...395-4612 Facilities/Fields ...Harry Anderson ...395-4652 Front Desk MWC ...………. 395-4610 Marketing/Sports Information ...Jon Garver ...395-4614 Ticket Manager ...Tami Susens ...395-4693 Wessman Arena ...Steve Kirk ...394-8361 Athletic Teams/Coaches:
Baseball ...Eddy Morgan ...395-4671 Men’s Basketball ...Paul Eberhardt ...395-4675 Women’s Basketball ...Don Mulhern ...395-4672 Cheerleading & Dance Team ...Megan Magdzas ...395-4693 Men’s/Women’s Cross Country ...Glen Drexler...395-4601 Men’s Hockey ...Dan Stauber ...394-8362 Women’s Hockey...Dan Laughlin ...394-8089 Men’s Soccer ...Joe Mooney ...395-4615 Women’s Soccer ...Melissa Nelmark ...395-4632 Softball ...Roger Plachta ...395-4622 Men’s/Women’s Track & Field ...Glen Drexler...395-4601 Volleyball ...Lynne Deadrick ...395-4612
