University of Evansville : Equity, Welfare and Sportsmanship Subcommittee

Equity, Welfare and Sportsmanship Subcommittee Members:

Ms. Dana Clayton, Chair	Dean of Students
Ms. Ann Boarman	Women's Golf Player
Mr. Gregory Bordfeld	Director of Human Resources
Ms. Tammy Foreman	Faculty Athletics Committee, Alumni Representative
Ms. Olivia Grant	Women's Basketball Player
Dr. J. Burton Kirkwood	Associate Professor of History
Ms. Amy McBride-Martin	Assistant Professor of Education/FAC
Mr. Rickey Perkins	Head Swim Coach
Mr. Larry Ryan	Senior Associate Athletics Director
Ms. Sarah Solinsky	Senior Woman Administrator/Associate Athletics Director
Mr. Lucious Wagner	Men's Basketball Player
Ms. Danielle Williams	Periodicals Librarian/Instructor/FAC

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Operating Principles to be addressed by Equity, Welfare and Sportsmanship Subcommittee during the period of Self-Study

(Excerpt from the 2002-03 Division I Athletics Certification Self-Study Instrument pages 38-41):

4.1 Gender Issues. Consistent with NCAA Constitution 2.3, it is the responsibility of each institution to implement the Association's principle of gender equity. In Accordance with this fundamental principle, the institution shall:

Have implemented its approved gender-equity plan from the previous self-study. If modified or not carried out fully, the institution shall provide an explanation from appropriate institutional authorities.
Demonstrate that it is committed to, and has progressed toward, fair and equitable treatment of both male and female student-athletes and athletics department personnel.
Formally adopt a written plan for the future of the intercollegiate athletics program that ensures the institution maintains a program, or continues progress toward a program, which is equitable for both genders. The plan shall include measurable goals the institution intends to achieve, steps the institution will take to achieve those goals, persons responsible and timetables.

4.2 Minority Issues. It is a principle of the Association to promote respect for and sensitivity to the dignity of every person and to refrain from discrimination prohibited by federal and state law. Consistent with this fundamental philosophy, the institution shall:

Have implemented its approved minority-opportunities plan from the previous self-study. If modified or if not carried out fully, the institution shall provide an explanation from appropriate institutional authorities.
Demonstrate that it is committed to, and has progressed toward, fair and equitable treatment of all minority student-athletes and athletics department personnel.
Formally adopt a written plan for the future for the intercollegiate athletics program that ensures the institution maintains a program, or continues progress toward a program, which expands opportunities and support for minority student-athletes and athletics personnel. The plan shall include measurable goals the institution intends to achieve, steps the institution will take to achieve those goals, persons responsible and timetables.

4.3 Student-Athlete Welfare. Conducting the intercollegiate athletics program in a manner designed to protect and enhance the physical and educational welfare of student-athletes is a basic principle of the Association. Consistent with this fundamental principle, the institution shall:

Demonstrate a commitment to the fair treatment of student-athletes, particularly in their academic role as students.
Provide evidence that the welfare of student-athletes and the fairness of their treatment is monitored, evaluated and addressed on a continuing basis.
Have established grievance or appeal procedures available to student-athletes in appropriate areas.
Provide evidence that the institution has in place programs that protect the health of and provide a safe environment for each of its student-athletes.

4.4 Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct. It is a principle of the Association that student-athletes, coaches and all others associated with intercollegiate athletics adhere to such fundamental values as respect, fairness, civility, honesty and responsibility. Consistent with this principle, the institution shall:

Demonstrate that in the area of intercollegiate athletics, it is committed to these fundamental values of sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
Have established a set of written policies and procedures for this area.
Demonstrate that educational activities related to sportsmanship and ethical conduct exist for individuals and groups associated with the intercollegiate athletics experience.
Provide evidence that the effectiveness of activities in this area are monitored, evaluated and addressed on a continuing basis.