Mission Statement
The student–athlete advisory committee (SAAC) mission is to enhance the total student–athlete experience by developing student–athlete leadership skills, promoting student-athlete welfare, and fostering a positive student–athlete image on the U if I campus, local community, and state and national levels.
Article I
The name of the organization shall be called the U of I Student–Athlete Advisory Committee.
Article II
Section 1
To streamline and promote efficient communication between the U of I Athletic Department Administration and the Student–Athlete population, and provide suggestions on programs designed to serve their needs.
Section 2
To actively encourage increased involvement of the Student–Athletes in campus and community projects. This will enhance the image and visibility of U of I athletes on campus and in the surrounding communities.
Section 3
To encourage communication and unity between and among U of I athletic teams and to increase fan attendance, school spirit and support.
Section 4
To design and implement programs which will encourage academic achievement, health promotion, social responsibility, and general awareness.
Section 5
To include other purposes as defined by the SAAC.
Article III
Membership
Section 1
The U of I SAAC Executive Board shall be comprised of a President, Vice–President and Secretary. An open election will be held at the April meeting to determine the Executive Board for the following year. The Senior Woman Administrator (SWA) and Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) shall serve as ex–officio members of the board.
Section 2
The SAAC shall be comprised of two representatives from each varsity team sponsored by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Each member must be enrolled at the University if Indianapolis as a full–time student and be listed on his/her respective team as an active member.
Section 3
Each head coach shall select two SAAC Representatives by September 1st each academic year. Coaches should ask for volunteers and interested student–athletes. Returning members of SAAC should assist coaches in the selection of replacement members. One representative must be of upper class standing (Sr. or Jr.) and one representative must be of under class standing (Fr. or So.). Coaches shall submit their representative's names, class year and phone numbers to the SWA.
Any student (scholarship or non–scholarship) is eligible for appointment. All interested students are encouraged to get involved, but each should carefully consider his/her academic and athletic responsibilities before making additional commitment to membership on the committee.
Section 4
Membership can be terminated by one of the following ways:
- Resignation by member
- Two–thirds vote of SAAC members
- Dismissed by request of representative's team or coach
Recommended Guidelines for Members of the U of I Student–Athlete Advisory Committee:
- Minimum requirement of 2.0 GPA
- Active involvement on chosen committees
- Active commitment to the excellence of U of I athletics
Article IV
Officers and Duties
President
Shall preside over Athletic Committee meetings and serve as the U of I representative to the GLVC SAAC. Attend conference SAAC meetings whenever possible and represent the views of the U of I SAAC on all matters discussed. Shall be in charge of developing the meeting agendas (in conjunction with the GLVC office) as well as appointing the chairs of committees. Additional items may be added to the agenda by board members, ex–officio members, or any representatives attending the meeting.
Vice President
Shall act in the absence of the President. Shall assist the President in the development of the agenda for each meeting and attend GLVC SAAC meetings whenever possible.
Secretary
Shall be responsible for taking minutes for the meetings. Shall notify SAAC members 2–5 days prior to each meeting via email. Shall be responsible for publishing minutes and distributing them as needed. The Athletics office will assist the SAAC Secretary.
Representatives
Shall be responsible for attending all meetings and bringing issues of interest from their teams to the meetings and then reporting back to their respective teams. Shall serve on committees as needed. If a selected representative cannot attend, the SAAC secretary must be notified (email) and another student–athlete sent in their place.
Article V
Meetings
Section 1
Athletic Committee meetings shall be held twice each month.
Section 2
The meetings shall be held on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:00 pm.
Section 3
Each team is allowed a maximum of two votes, 1 per representative.
Section 4
A two–thirds majority is necessary for a quorum.
Section 5
Service Projects: All GLVC SAACs are required to participate in two service projects per academic year. Committees shall be formed to set up the projects.
All student–athletes are welcomed to participate in committee actions and service projects, but may not be allowed to vote.
