About
The Student–Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is made up of two representatives from each sport. They meet approximately twice a month and serve as liaisons between student–athletes and the athletics administration staff. The SAAC also promotes involvement of the campus in athletic activities as well as student–athlete involvement in campus and community service activities.
Mission Statement
The mission of the UIndy SAAC is to promote the welfare of students through campus leadership, promote the support of fellow student-athletes in their pursuit of representing UIndy in NCAA Division II National Championships and inspire academic and athletic excellence. UIndy SAAC is the liason between the student-athlete body and the athletic administration and have a voice in the conference and national SAACs.
Article I
The name of the organization shall be called the UIndy Student–Athlete Advisory Committee.
Article II
Section 1
To streamline and promote efficient communication between the UIndy 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 UIndy student-athletes on campus and in the surrounding communities.
Section 3
To encourage communication and unity between and among UIndy 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 UIndy SAAC Executive Board shall be comprised of a President, Vice–President, Secretary and Tresurer. An open election will be held at the April meeting to determine the Executive Board for the following year. The Senior Woman Administrator (SWA) shall serve as an ex–officio member 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
SAAC Representatives who are removed from the organization due to graduation will hold the responsibility of choosing his/her successor within the organization, pending approval by the head coach. Representatives will be solidified by September 1st each academic year. One representative should be of upper class standing (Sr. or Jr.) and one representative should 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 UIndy Student–Athlete Advisory Committee:
- Minimum requirement of 2.0 GPA
- Active involvement on chosen committees
- Active commitment to the excellence of UIndy athletics
Article IV
Officers and Duties
President
Shall preside over Athletic Committee meetings and serve as the UIndy representative to the GLVC SAAC. Attend conference SAAC meetings whenever possible and represent the views of the UIndy 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
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee meetings shall be held bi-weekly through both the Fall and Spring semesters.
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 one vote in any proceedings.
Section 4
A two–thirds majority is necessary for a quorum.
Section 5
Service Projects: Each UIndy athletic team is required to participate in one service project per academic year. This project must be reported to the SWA via the reporting form on UIndyAthletics.com.
To fufill Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) service requirements, each league SAAC must sponsor a department-wide initiative during each academic year. Committees will be formed within the UIndy SAAC to support this initiative.
All student–athletes are welcomed to participate in committee actions and service projects, but may not be allowed to vote.
