WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY STUDENT ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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1 WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY STUDENT ATHLETE HANDBOOK

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME LETTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR...4 STATEMENT OF ATHLETICS 5 STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT 6 Governing Authorities..6 Personal Conduct and Responsibilities 6 Sportslike Conduct...7 Alcohol and Non-Therapeutic Drugs...7 Date Rape and Harassment.8 Gambling and Bribery..8 Agents..8 Hazing..8 Web Postings and Electronic Media...8 Sanctions and Enforcement.8 Student-Athlete Assistance Model...9 SAFE Program...10 Drug Education and Random Drug Testing..11 Procedures & Sanctions-Supplemental to Other 11 Requirements Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Testing...12 Consent and Release as Conditions of Participation...12 Use of Alcohol...12 Use of Tobacco..13 Dietary Supplements..13 Prohibited Drugs/Substances.13 Selected Types of Drug Testing. 13 Sanctions ACADEMICS. 17 Class Attendance...17 Athletic Travel/Class Absences 17 Study Table & Tutoring 17 Academic Honesty 18 Eligibility Requirements...18 Grade Point Average.19 Advising 19 College Advising Offices..19 Declaration of Major.19 Transferring Credit From Other Colleges/Universities.19 Web Registration 19 General Academic Information CHAMPS/Life Skills.21 Measuring the Payback..22 General Education Requirements..23 Medical Services.28 Rules...28 Injury Reporting. 28 Referral Policy...28 Medical Appointments...28 Insurance Process...28 NCAA Banned-Drug Classes 29 Financial Aid...30 Tuition and Fees.30 Room and Board 30 Book Loan Policy...30 Terms and Conditions of Athletic Aid...30 Cancellation or Reduction of Athletic Aid 31 Renewal of Athletic Aid 31 Athletic Aid Hearing Opportunities...31 Special Assistance Fund.31 Summer Grant-In-Aid Policies..32 Post-Eligibility Grant-In-Aid Policies...32 Employment..32 Athletic Aid and Career Ending Injury or Illness.33 Applying for Federal Financial Aid..33 COMPLIANCE.34 Complimentary Admissions.34 Playing and Practice Seasons Official Visit Host Instructions..35 Student-Athlete Transfer Procedure...35 STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING..37 EQUIPMENT.38 GENERAL INFORMATION 39 Student-Athlete Advisory Board...39 Professional Sports Counseling Panel...39 Team Travel...39 Varsity W Club...39 Western Michigan University Resources..40

3 Dear Bronco Student-Athlete: It is our pleasure to welcome you to the start of another exciting academic year at Western Michigan University. We take great pride in the many accomplishments of our teams and student-athletes and look forward to another successful year. This handbook documents many policies and procedures that will be very important to you as a student-athlete. It also provides you with a weekly planner and numerous resource pages that should be beneficial as you organize and schedule your various activities. You will be extremely busy over the course of the next few months and we have designed this handbook to help you be at the top of your game. We have high expectations. We expect you to make successful contributions in the classroom, in your sport, and in the community. This will help you to gain the most benefits from your years at this University and help prepare you for new challenges after you graduate. If we can be of assistance to you, please feel free to contact us at the telephone numbers or addresses listed below. Best wishes for much success. Go Broncos! Sincerely, Kathy Beauregard Fred Sitkins Director of Athletics Faculty Athletic Representative/ Athletic Board Chairperson [email protected] [email protected]

4 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall Semester 2008 August 29, Friday September 1, Monday September 2, Tuesday November 26, Wednesday December 1, Monday December 8-12 December 13, Saturday December 16, Tuesday Advising Day Labor Day Recess Classes Begin at 8 a.m. Thanksgiving Recess (Noon) Classes Resume Final Examination Week Semester Ends-Commencement Fall Grades Due at Noon Spring Semester 2009 January 2, Friday January 5, Monday January 19, Monday February 27, Friday March 2, Monday March 9, Monday April April 25, Saturday April 28, Tuesday Advising Day Classes Begin at 8 a.m. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Recess, Convocation & Activities Spirit Day - no classes Spring Break Classes Resume Final Examination Week Semester Ends-Commencement Spring Grades Due at Noon Summer I Session 2009 May 4, Monday May 25, Monday June 24, Wednesday June 27, Saturday June 30, Tuesday Classes Begin at 8 a.m. Memorial Day Recess Session Ends Commencement Summer I Grades Due at Noon Summer II Session 2009 June 25, Thursday July 3, Friday August 14, Friday August 18, Tuesday Classes Begin at 8 a.m. Independence Day Recess Session Ends Summer II Grades Due at Noon

5 STATEMENT OF ATHLETICS Western Michigan University believes that intercollegiate athletics are an important and wholesome adjunct to the principle mission of the University. The University believes that athletics serves a purpose for the physical well-being and development of its students. Participants in intercollegiate athletics must be, first and foremost, full-time students whose fundamental aim is to obtain a sound education. Intercollegiate athletic programs enhance the educational opportunities of the students who participate in those activities. The men and women who are involved in intercollegiate athletic programs at Western Michigan University shall be expected to maintain the academic standards required of all students at the University and adhere to applicable NCAA and Conference regulations. Western Michigan University currently competes in 16 intercollegiate sports: MEN WOMEN Baseball Basketball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Ice Hockey Gymnastics Soccer Soccer Tennis Softball Tennis Track (indoor/outdoor) Volleyball Students who participate in intercollegiate athletics are expected to apply and adhere to principles of honesty, fair play and sportsmanship. Participants in intercollegiate athletics are students who understand the focus and meaning of amateur athletic competition within higher education. The same principles that are the foundation of higher education must be evident in intercollegiate athletics. The athletic program at Western Michigan University is recognized as a function of an integrated University mission.

6 STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT Western Michigan University has established a tradition of ethical conduct at all levels of University life. In accordance with this tradition, all student-athletes involved in the intercollegiate athletic program are expected to represent the University in an honorable manner at all times. The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics expects student-athletes to fully subscribe to the standards defined in the University Student Code. Given the fact that student-athletes are one of the most visible groups in the University community due to their unique and widespread public exposure, the Division requires all student-athletes to conduct themselves at a high standard of excellence at all times. The following statements and conditions were amended and approved by the Athletic Board. Student-athletes are encouraged to obtain clarification of any questions they may have regarding ICA, WMU, CCHA, MAC or NCAA rules and regulations from a member of the coaching staff or the Director of Compliance. GOVERNING AUTHORITIES Standards of ethical conduct are established and enforced by: The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Student-athletes are subject to the rules and regulations of the NCAA governing unsportslike behavior, non-therapeutic drug use, awards, benefits and expenses, gambling and bribery, as well as other forms of misconduct. All such rules and regulations are found in the NCAA Manual. Student-athletes are accountable to these guidelines. Mid-American Conference (MAC) The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics fully endorses the policies of the MAC as outlined in the Mid-American Conference Code Book. Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics additionally endorses the policies of the CCHA as outlined in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association Code of Regulations and Articles of Agreement. Western Michigan University (WMU) All student-athletes are fully subject to established rules and regulations as published in the Western Michigan University Student Code Book. Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) Student-athletes must abide by all rules and guidelines set forth by the Athletic Board and ICA as outlined in the Student- Athlete Handbook. Additionally, team rules may be established by each individual sport s head coach and staff within parameters set by the Director of Athletics, the Athletic Board, the University and these guidelines. Each head coach shall inform team members of the established team and training rules at the beginning of the academic year. PERSONAL CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics makes every effort to offer a program that assists each student-athlete in securing a degree and fulfilling the mission of the University. In agreeing to participate in the intercollegiate athletic program, studentathletes must accept certain responsibilities for their personal conduct. These responsibilities are: Academic Attend classes regularly and complete all academic assignments. Inform instructors at the onset of each semester of all expected absences due to official athletic events as provided by the head coach. Consult with academic advisors and attend academic support sessions as directed. Maintain an academic load of at least 12 hours per semester and make satisfactory progress toward a degree as defined by WMU and the NCAA. Accept responsibility for maintaining academic eligibility. Strive to obtain a college degree within four to five years. Athletic

7 Abide by all team, ICA, WMU, MAC, CCHA and NCAA rules. Maintain oneself in top physical condition within accepted health standards. Attend all official practices unless previously excused by the coaching staff or in the case of a class conflict. Take proper care of equipment and return it in good condition. Treat officials and opponents with respect and avoid undue confrontations. General Know, understand and follow University rules and regulations. Obey residence hall policies and regulations. Obey all federal, state and city laws. Abstain from tobacco use, non-therapeutic drug use and the illegal use of alcohol. Refrain from participation in hazing activities of any type. Do not engage in gambling activities that relate to intercollegiate or professional athletics. Practice superior moral and ethical judgment while serving as a recruiting host. SPORTSLIKE CONDUCT Sportslike conduct means more than the absence of negative actions in public. The head coach provides student-athletes with instruction on appropriate conduct, including positive techniques for handling the following playing field situations: Communicating with officials and opponents on routine matters during athletic events. Maintaining control during emotionally charged situations, including assisting a teammate or colleague who appears to be losing control. Reacting in a positive manner to an aggressive action by an individual or group. Coaches are to define actions which constitute inappropriate conduct and suggest ways to avoid such behavior. Unacceptable behavior includes, but is not limited to, the following: Breaking a state, federal or local law. Physically abusing officials, coaches, opponents or spectators. Criticizing, publicly and unduly, game officials, Conference personnel, another institution, its student-athletes or its personnel. Throwing objects. Seizing equipment from officials or the news media. Inciting players or spectators to negative actions or to any behavior which insults or defiles an opponent s traditions. Using obscene or otherwise inappropriate language or gestures. Making public statements which are derogatory, controversial or outside the Division s media policy. Engaging in negative recruiting by making derogatory statements about another institution or its personnel. Participating in any action which violates generally recognized ethical standards of intercollegiate athletics, the University or the community. The University, as well as the MAC, investigates violations of sportslike conduct rules, which may result in disciplinary action against the student-athlete. For specific information on the procedure to follow when a student-athlete, coach or any member of a MAC institution may be involved in an act of unsportslike behavior, refer to the Mid-American Conference Code Book, Chapter IX. ALCOHOL AND NON-THERAPEUTIC DRUGS The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics believes that the decision to use alcohol and non-therapeutic drugs is inconsistent with the goal of athletic excellence. While the Division does not prohibit the legal use of alcohol, the Division does believe that any use should be done in a responsible manner. Moreover, student-athletes should understand that they will be accountable for their actions while under the influence of alcohol and/or non-therapeutic drugs. Disciplinary and/or other penalties may result in such cases. In the case of an incident relating to alcohol and/or non-therapeutic drugs, the Division has made provisions to assist the student-athlete through assessment and appropriate referrals. Finally, it is the position of the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics that the consumption or use of alcohol by the host of a prospective student-athlete and/or by the prospective student-athlete is

8 unacceptable and subject to full disciplinary action. DATE RAPE AND HARRASSMENT The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics expects student-athletes to conduct themselves in a manner which avoids association with rape, date rape, and/or harassment charges. GAMBLING AND BRIBERY The NCAA has established specific guidelines concerning involvement in gambling and bribery at the intercollegiate sports level. The Director of Compliance and individual coaches shall assist in educating student-athletes concerning these guidelines. In addition to awareness of the gambling and bribery threat to the integrity of intercollegiate sports, student-athletes are responsible for the following: Reporting any offers of gifts, money or favors in exchange for supplying team information or for attempting to alter the outcome of any contest. Maintaining a clear understanding of what constitutes gambling and bribery activities and reporting any suspected infractions. Contacting the coach or other Divisional personnel when questions occur concerning appropriate release of team information. Participation in gambling and bribery activities will result in disciplinary actions by the University and the NCAA, as well as local, state and/or federal prosecution of the involved individual(s). AGENTS It is essential that student-athletes know the NCAA rules related to professional sports. An infraction of the rules concerning agents could have severe negative consequences for the University and the student-athlete. NCAA rules forbid a student-athlete to: Agree, either orally or in writing, to be represented by an agent or organization in the marketing of his/her athletic ability or reputation. Accept payment of expenses or gifts of any kind from an agent. Receive preferential benefits or treatment (i.e., loans with deferred payback basis). Retain professional services for personal reasons at less than the normal charge from a representative of his/her school s athletic interests. HAZING Student-athletes are prohibited from engaging in hazing activities. Hazing is illegal and will be handled in accordance with the standards detailed within this document. Western Michigan University is committed to providing a non-threatening inclusive environment for all student-athletes and hazing is inconsistent with that goal. WEB POSTINGS AND ELECTRONIC MEDIA Student-athletes will be held accountable for their activities in the virtual web based environment and the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics expects that student-athletes will exercise good judgment when maintaining personal web sites (Facebook, MySpace, U-Tube, etc.). Student-athletes choosing to interact through this type of media should note that they will be held accountable for their actions and choices regarding these activities. SANCTIONS AND ENFORCEMENT Any student-athlete conduct violation should be reported immediately to the respective head coach, who will report it to the Assistant Athletic Director/Medical and Support Services. The assistant director, in conjunction with the head coach, is responsible for enforcing sanctions for conduct violations. The appropriate Associate Athletic Directors shall assist in the process. Legal Violations When a student-athlete is charged with violating a local, state or federal law, the student-athlete will be indefinitely suspended from participation in intercollegiate athletics. If such action is taken, the student-athlete is given written notification of the suspension by the Director of Athletics via the Assistant Athletic Director/Medical and Support Services. Based on all available information, the Director of Athletics may lift or modify the suspension, or leave it in place until the case has been decided by the legal system. Determination regarding further action by the Division and the University is made on a case-by-case basis once the charge has been resolved by the court. The Director of Athletics, via Assistant Athletic Director/Medical and Support Services, will make a final determination which is to be reported in writing to all parties, including the President of the University. While on suspension, the student-athlete may not practice or compete; however, financial aid will remain in place. Further, the

9 student-athlete s name will remain on the squad list and he/she may utilize support services, such as the training room and academic support services. By suspending the student-athlete, the Division and the University are in no way pre-judging the situation; rather, such action is taken in order to protect primarily the student-athlete from negative media attention. Such action also aims to protect the student-athlete s team, as well as the athletic department from negative media attention. Additionally, situations involving the illegal use of drugs and/or alcohol will be handled in accordance with the athletic department s Student-Athlete Assistance Model. WMU, MAC, CCHA and NCAA Violations Violations of the University s Student Code, Conference or NCAA conduct rules are reported to the Director of Athletics. If a student-athlete is found to be in violation of athletic department policy, University policy, NCAA policy or civil law, the penalty imposed depends upon the severity of the offense and may include the following: Written warning. Disciplinary probation. Indefinite suspension from competition or practice. Dismissal from the squad. Cancellation or gradation of financial aid. Suspension or expulsion from the University. In addition, the student-athlete may be subject to additional penalties as applied by the University, court system, MAC, CCHA or NCAA. STUDENT-ATHLETE ASSISTANCE MODEL The mission of Western Michigan University Student-Athlete Assistance effort is to provide professional services and care to the student-athlete in the event that they may be suffering from or struggling with personal problems. The area of personal problems that need to be addressed are those labeled as Behavioral Medical in nature. Through the provision of clear written policies and standards, the Athletic Department, coaches, trainers and support staff will provide the early intervention and care necessary to optimize healthy, successful participation in intercollegiate athletics. The Student-Athlete Assistance Model is a mode of addressing personal problems that is in addition to all other policies and regulations of the NCAA, MAC, CCHA, and the University, including, but not limited to, the Procedures and Regulations Implementing Policy on Drug Education and Random Drug Testing for Student-Athletes. The Student-Athlete Assistance model is a treatment modality that may be implemented prior to, simultaneously with, or subsequently to any actions under those policies and regulations including the Procedures and Regulations Implementing Policy on Drug Education and Random Drug Testing for Student-Athletes. The student-athlete has no right or ability to elect, select, or request that the Student-Athlete Assistance Model be used in the place or stead of any other policy, procedure and/or regulation. The Student-Athlete Assistance Model will closely parallel the effort that private employers provide to assist employees that suffer from behavior medical disorders. Such assistance is provided in a broad manner to cover the breadth and depth of personal problems that effect work performance productivity, and costs in the work place. While Student-Athlete Assistance may not be as concerned about costs, the focus is directed at taking care of people. This will be done consistently, fairly and center on the needs of the student-athlete/client. The highest quality of care will be provided in a timely manner, in an environment of confidentiality, trust and concern for the student-athlete. When this is done, the effort is cost effective and has positive effects on the student-athlete and the program the student-athlete participates in at Western Michigan University. Through the education and training of staff they will be able to provide the consistent leadership necessary to maintain the healthy, successful, consistent effort that leads to championship level competition. Program Confidential assistance for student-athletes is available through various sources within the University Community. Coaches, administrators, trainers, physicians and support staff who interact with student-athletes have provided support and assistance over the years. While this assistance has been helpful, by its voluntary nature it cannot reach young people who may be suffering from the more serious types of problems which might affect their lives adversely. Emotional disorders or substance abuse are not, by their nature, easily accepted or self-diagnosed by the individual. People who interact with the student-athlete can recognize signs or symptoms and assist the young person. The coach or staff member

10 should not attempt to diagnose the problem. However, it is possible to use physicians as the primary assessor of such problems. This Medical Model is consistent with normal athletic intervention and treatment. The linkage between the staff and the physician must be established through appropriate training on probable cause referrals for assessment by the team physician. While the person is under the care of the physician, necessary evaluation can be supplied in a confidential and clinical environment. When evaluation is necessary, the physician can access the appropriate level of care through a direct referral. Probable Cause Criteria Changes in behavior are critical when dealing with the area of Behavioral Medical Disorders. While young people are going through changes as they mature, it is important to recognize critical indicators of declines in performance. Declines in athletic, academic, social or medical status need to be diagnosed early to prevent continued loss or the development of more serious disorders. Performance standards, team rules or university policies provide a consistent measuring standard that is reasonable as a form of student-athlete accountability. Therefore, when a student-athlete violates standards the staff can work within a due process system of discipline and assistance. As an example: Step 1: First violation of University/Team Rules Sanctions may range from a warning, with a referral to the student-athlete assistance program for further evaluation and any necessary treatment up to a suspension, not to exceed 10% of the season, and parental notification. Step 2: Second violation suspension of some duration up to 50% of the season, mandatory referral to physician, probationary status pending improvement in performance or living within the rules. Step 3: Third violation permanent suspension from participation in any sport at Western Michigan University, possible cancellation and/or nonrenewal of athletically related financial aid, mandatory meeting with Director of Athletics, head coach, and appropriate associate and assistant athletic directors, and written notification of the student-athletes parent(s) or legal guardian(s). When a student-athlete commits an extreme act of violence or his/her actions are so reprehensible, the disciplinary action can escalate to the suspension and/or probation step. The type of situation for escalation in discipline must be spelled out and listed in the team and/or university code of conduct. Step 3 may be required if the student-athlete is guilty of any of the following acts or rule violations: Alcohol related arrest and conviction Assault Medical necessity (Physician s discretion) Possession, sale or conviction on illegal drug charge Rape Team rules Theft University student code violation All policy must fit into the existing university code or further clarify standards expected of the student-athlete. STUDENT-ATHLETE FIRST-STRIKE ELIMINATION (SAFE) DIVERSION PROGRAM A student athlete whose Student-Athlete Code of Conduct violation or violations are of such a nature that, in the discretion of Division and the University they do not warrant the sanctions provided for herein may be placed in a diversion program designed to address the behavior. The diversion program will be created and developed by the Assistant Athletic Director for Medical Services. The diversion program is only available as an option to address fist strike violations and a student-athlete may only be placed in a diversion program once. A student-athlete s violation of or failure to fulfill any aspects of the diversion program will automatically result in the imposition of the applicable sanctions contained herein. Assessment/Referral/Education/Treatment Upon identification of a student-athlete in need of assessment for action, the options are agreed upon as follows: 1) Jim Kendrick LMSW, is available for assessments and consultation with athletic staff and student-athletes as deemed appropriate. 2) The University Substance Abuse Clinic and the University Counseling and Testing Center are available for assessment and referral.

11 3) Team physicians can agree on other forms of medical evaluation and assessment according to need. 4) Other community resources can be used as deemed appropriate by the physicians, training and athletic staff. The intent of assessment is to address the needs of the student-athlete, providing the highest quality of care, in a timely manner, at the most reasonable cost. This is to be done in a completely professional manner that guarantees positive support for the student-athlete in an entirely confidential atmosphere. The ultimate goal is to fit the appropriate level of care to the type of problem that is presented. This will be best accomplished when all parties are in agreement with the goals of professional assistance, which is to provide what the person needs in a respectful and dignified manner. Assessment and referrals will be treated like any medical referral accessing and utilizing any family or personal insurance as primary providers which is consistent with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics Medical Policy for Athletic Injuries. This may require notification of parents to complete the insurance process. PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING POLICY ON DRUG EDUCATION AND RANDOM DRUG TESTING FOR STUDENT ATHLETES Overview The Board of Trustees of Western Michigan University (WMU) has authorized the random drug testing of student-athletes in accordance with procedures and regulations promulgated by the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics ( Intercollegiate Athletics or Athletic Department ) and the Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel. Amendments to these procedures may be issued with or without notice as these offices deem appropriate. Nothing in either the Board policy or these procedures shall be construed to create a contract between student-athletes and WMU. However, signed consent and notification forms shall be considered affirmance of the student-athletes agreement to the terms and conditions contained therein and this policy and procedures, and shall be legal contractual obligations of the student-athletes. The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics at Western Michigan University is concerned with the health, safety, and welfare of the student-athletes who participate in its programs and represent the college in competitive athletics, as well as the integrity of its programs and competitions. Substance abuse is one of the most important issues facing athletics and society today. The use of illegal drugs, misuse of legal drugs and dietary supplements, use of performance-enhancing substances, and inappropriate use of alcohol and tobacco are inconsistent with the standards expected of student-athletes at Western Michigan University. Substance use and abuse in sports can pose risks to the student-athlete s health, negatively affect his or her academic and athletic performance, and can also compromise the integrity of athletic competition and the ideals of Western Michigan University. Random drug testing is appropriate to ensure the health, safety and welfare of student-athletes, to promote fair competition in intercollegiate athletics, to affirm compliance with applicable rules and regulations on drug and alcohol abuse, to identify student-athletes who are improperly using drugs or alcohol, and to assist them before they harm themselves or others, and to protect the integrity of the University s athletic program. Furthermore, educational programming will assist in supporting a positive decision-making process. Education, testing, professional guidance, and/or other measures are included in these procedures developed for policing and enforcing the Board policy: Education includes providing student-athletes and athletics staff with information about the problems associated with substance use in sport, promoting health and safety in sports Testing includes analyzing biological specimens to detect prohibited substances student-athletes may introduce to their bodies. Professional Referral includes facilitating appropriate treatment and rehabilitation of student-athletes. Other measures include associated punitive consequences resulting from prohibited use detailed in these procedures, and taking those measures deemed appropriate by the University in accordance with University policy, procedures, and the law. The phrase this policy as used in these procedures shall refer to the Board approved Policy on Drug Education and Random Drug Testing for Student-Athletes and these procedures implemented pursuant to this policy. PROCEDURES AND SANCTIONS-SUPPLEMENTAL TO OTHER REQUIREMENTS These procedures and sanctions are in addition and supplemental to any and all policies, procedures, consent forms, rules, codes, requirements, and sanctions allowed and/or required by Western Michigan University, the NCAA, conferences, law, and any other legal authority or entity (collectively requirements. ) Student-athletes and other students continue to remain subject to other requirements. The procedures and sanctions set forth herein address and apply only in regard to this policy. Acts, conduct, violations, and/or

12 failure to comply with other requirements subject the student-athlete to additional procedures and sanctions in accordance with those other requirements. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AND OTHER DRUG EDUCATION Student-athletes who are educated about substance use in sport are more likely to make informed and intelligent decisions about usage. Western Michigan University will conduct drug and alcohol education program for student-athletes on a yearly basis. These educational programs will be designed to review athletic department, institutional, conference, and national governing body procedures related to alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Educational materials will be made available to participants including this policy and a list of banned substances. All student-athletes and athletics staff members are required to attend the program or acceptable make-up sessions. In addition to educating student-athletes and athletics staff about the various procedures, the institutional drug-testing program will be discussed. Dietary supplements and their inherent risks will be discussed. Time will be allowed for questions from participants. In addition, special educational programs may be arranged to provide participants the opportunity to learn more about the dangers of specific substances. CONSENT AND RELEASE AS CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION Participation in intercollegiate athletics at Western Michigan University is a privilege, not a right. As conditions of being permitted to participate in the University s athletic programs, student-athletes must comply with this policy and all other applicable requirements and procedures, including complying with and consenting to the drug education and random drug testing procedures and requirements, and signing forms indicating their understanding and voluntary consent to these requirements and procedures and release of results, information, and waiver of liability as deemed appropriate by the University. Failure to consent to and/or to comply with the requirements of this policy and procedures shall result in ineligibility for or suspension from participation, or termination of eligibility to participate in, intercollegiate athletics at Western Michigan University. Those student-athletes not providing such signed consent form by the end of their respective teams drug testing orientation meeting, at the beginning of each academic year, will be deemed to have exercised their option to not participate in an intercollegiate athletic program and thereby will become ineligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics and shall forfeit any additional benefits, financial aid, and/or privileges which they may have been afforded due to their status as a student athlete. Walk-on student athletes and mid-year transfer student athletes will not be allowed to participate in intercollegiate athletics without first providing a signed random drug testing consent form. In any event, no student athlete will be allowed to compete without a signed consent form in place. Each student-athlete annually will be given a copy of the institutional policy and will be required to participate in an informative session describing alcohol, tobacco and other drug education and testing procedures. Additionally, student-athletes will be given an opportunity to ask any questions regarding the information contained in the policy, the testing program, or other related issues prior to signing the consent form. USE OF ALCOHOL Consistent with the University Community, the Athletic Department views the use of alcohol to be incompatible with the goal of athletic excellence. Student-athletes are required to conduct themselves in accordance with University policies, other requirements, and federal, state, and local laws. This also extends to the recruitment of prospective Western Michigan University student-athletes. Prospective student-athletes visiting campus, and their host student athletes, are not permitted to participate in any activities that will permit the use of alcohol. It should be understood that possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by individuals under the age of 21 is a violation of Michigan liquor laws (Minor in Possession/MIP). Likewise, it is illegal for anyone to supply alcoholic beverages to persons under the age of 21. A positive test result for alcohol obtained solely pursuant to a requirement for random drug testing pursuant to this policy will result in the sanctions set forth in these procedures for those student athletes under the age of 21. In addition to subjecting a student-athlete to procedures and sanctions applicable to other requirements, a violation, an act, and/or conviction or plea of guilty or nolo contendere of any of the following may also be deemed by the athletic department to be an automatic offense under this policy: 1. Driving or operating a vehicle under the influence or while impaired and/or other motor vehicle violations involving alcohol or drugs. 2. Public intoxication 3. Drunk and disorderly 4. Other violations of local, state, or federal law involving alcohol or drugs, including possession 5. Violations of the Western Michigan University Student Code of Conduct involving alcohol or drugs 6. Minor in Possession

13 7. Other offense of equivalent magnitude to any of the above In addition, the Athletic Department may suspend a student-athlete from participating in intercollegiate athletics at Western Michigan University, or effectuate other appropriate penalties, if charged by a University official or law enforcement agency of any of the above, or if the Athletic Department is reasonably convinced that the student-athlete has done or committed any of the above. USE OF TOBACCO The use of tobacco products is prohibited by all game personnel (e.g. coaches, student-athletes, athletic trainers, managers and game officials) in all sports during practice and competition. A student-athlete who violates this prohibition of tobacco will be sanctioned according to the parameters defined in their specific sport s rules. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will sanction other game personnel who violate this prohibition of tobacco on a case-by-case basis. DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS Western Michigan University Department of Athletics personnel will not distribute or encourage the use of any dietary supplements or ergogenic aids. Many dietary supplements or ergogenic aids contain banned substances. Often the labeling of dietary supplements is not accurate and is misleading. Terms such as healthy or all natural do not mean dietary supplements do not contain a banned substance or are safe to take. Using dietary supplements may cause positive drug tests. Student-athletes who are currently taking dietary supplements or intend to take any are required to review the product with the Director of Medical Services or another member of the medical staff. Positive testing of any prohibited/banned substances subject student-athletes to the sanctions set forth in this policy. PROHIBITED DRUGS/SUBSTANCES The drug screening process may include analysis of, but is not limited to, the NCAA list of banned-drug classes (See Appendix B). This banned drug list is also included in the student-athlete signing packet and the student-athlete handbook. For an ongoing updated listing of the banned-drug list view the NCAA s web site at Prohibited substances that Western Michigan University may screen for include but are not limited to, alcohol (in any sport), marijuana, PCP, opiates, MDMA (Ecstasy), amphetamines, cocaine, flunitrazepam (Rohypnol) and anabolic steroids. Western Michigan University requires that all studentathletes keep the athletic training staff and/or team physician aware of any prescribed drugs and dietary supplements that he or she may be taking. Failure to do so may result in a positive drug test and subsequent loss of eligibility. Use of prescription medication without a prescription is illegal, and will be treated as such under the details set forth in these procedures. SELECTED TYPES OF DRUG TESTING Random Student-athletes may be selected for random testing throughout the academic year. Student-athletes on the institutional team squad list will be eligible for testing using a random number system. A student-athlete may be randomly selected for testing as a member of a team (e.g. one of 10 football athletes selected) or as a Western Michigan University student-athlete (e.g. one of 10 student-athletes selected). Student-athletes listed on the squad list that have exhausted their eligibility will not be selected for random testing under this policy. Short notice or no notice may be given for a random drug test. Team Testing Entire teams may be selected for random testing throughout the academic year. Student-athletes on the institutional team squad list will be eligible for team testing. Teams will be selected for testing using a random number system. A team may be randomly selected for testing if it is classified as a varsity sport at Western Michigan University (e.g. women s golf was randomly selected in September and men s basketball was randomly selected in October). Student-athletes listed on the squad list that have exhausted their eligibility will not be selected for random testing under this policy. Short notice or no notice may be given for a random drug test. Pre-Season Screening Student-athletes are subject to pre-season drug testing and may be notified of such by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee at any time prior to their first competition. Post-season /Championship Screening Any participant or team likely to advance to post-season championship competition may be subject to additional testing. Testing may be required of all team members or individual student-athletes at any time within thirty (30) days prior to the post-season competition. If a student-athlete tests positive, he or she will not be allowed to compete at the post-season event unless he or she subsequently tests negative prior to departure for the event or provides sufficient documentation under these procedures to demonstrate that the positive tests were in error.

14 Re-entry Testing A student-athlete who has had his or her eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports suspended as a result of a drug and alcohol violation, may be required to undergo re-entry drug and/or alcohol testing prior to regaining eligibility. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee shall arrange for re-entry testing after the counselor or specialist involved in the student-athlete s case indicates that re-entry into the intercollegiate sports program is appropriate. Follow-up testing A student-athlete who has returned to participation in intercollegiate sports following a positive drug test under this policy may be subject to follow-up testing. Testing will be unannounced and will be required at a frequency determined by the Athletic Director or his/her designee in consultation with the counselor or specialist involved in the student-athlete s case. Notification and Reporting for Collections The student-athlete will be notified of and scheduled for testing by the institution. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will notify the student-athlete of the date and time to report to the collection station and will have the student-athlete read and sign the Student-Athlete Notification Form (See Appendix C). The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will be in the collection station to certify the identity of the student-athletes selected. Student-athletes shall provide picture identification when entering the drug-testing station. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee must remain in the collection station until all student-athletes complete the collection process. Report Results Urine samples will be collected and sent to an independent, SAMHSA approved laboratory for analysis. Each sample will be tested to determine if banned drugs or substances are present. A test result confirmed as positive by the laboratory does not automatically identify the student-athlete as having engaged in prohibited drug or alcohol use. Results will be made available to the Assistant Athletic Director for Medical Services, who will serve as the Medical Review Officer (MRO). The MRO will review the results and if there is a positive drug test, he/she will set up a meeting with the student-athlete. The student-athlete may present evidence of any mitigating circumstances that he/she feels may be important to the outcome of the drug test. The MRO will then make the determination of the outcome of the drug test. If the laboratory reports a specimen as substituted, manipulated, or adulterated, the student-athlete will be deemed to have refused to submit to testing and treated as if the test were positive for a banned substance. Results of tests under these procedures will be released only pursuant to legal requirements and to those individuals with a legitimate need to know. Prior to release of any information or results, the Office of the Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel shall be consulted. SANCTIONS Any student-athlete who tests positive for a banned substance or who refuses to submit or fails to take a required drug test as described in this policy shall be subject to the following sanctions: First Offense The Assistant Athletic Director for Medical Services will schedule a confidential meeting with the student-athlete, the Director of Athletics or his or her designee, the head coach, the respective Associate Athletic Director, the team physician and the Student Athlete Assistance Consultant (SAAC) to review the positive drug test results. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will notify the student-athlete s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) by telephone and in writing. The student-athlete will be immediately suspended from participation in any intercollegiate sports at Western Michigan University. The student-athlete will be required to attend a drug counseling assessment session as determined by the SAAC. The counselor will ask the student-athlete to discuss the nature and extent of his/her involvement with prohibited drugs and/or alcohol. The counselor shall determine the appropriate form(s) of intervention and rehabilitation needed by the student-athlete, based on the circumstances of the case. Failing to comply with the counselor s directions for treatment will be classified as a second offense. The student-athlete will be suspended from 10% of all regularly scheduled competitions. If this 10% does not finish with the end of the season, the suspension will be carried over to the next sport season. In addition, the student-athlete will not be permitted to return to competition in intercollegiate sports until he/she has had a negative result on a re-entry drug and/or alcohol test. The student-athlete will be subject to follow-up testing. Testing will be unannounced and will be required at a frequency determined by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee. The sanctions provided for the offense shall also apply to a first refusal or failure to take a required test. Second Offense The Assistant Athletic Director for Medical Services will schedule a confidential meeting with the student-athlete, the Director

15 of Athletics, the head coach, the respective Associate Athletic Director, the team physician and the Student Athlete Assistance Consultant (SAAC) to review the positive drug test results. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will notify the studentathlete s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) by telephone and in writing. The student-athlete will be immediately suspended from participation in any intercollegiate sports at Western Michigan University. The student-athlete will be required to attend or continue attending drug-counseling sessions as determined by the SAAC. The student-athlete will be suspended from 50% of all regularly scheduled competitions. If this 50% does not finish with the end of the season, the suspension will be carried over to the next sport season. In addition, the student-athlete will not be permitted to return to competition in intercollegiate sports until he/she has complied with the counselor s directions for treatment and has had a negative result on a re-entry drug and/or alcohol test. Failing to comply with the counselor s directions for treatment, having a positive result on a reentry drug and/or alcohol test will be classified as a third offense. The student-athlete may be subject to follow-up testing. Testing will be unannounced and will be required at a frequency determined by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee. The sanctions provided for the second offense shall also apply with respect to a refusal or failure to take a required test occurring after a first offense. Third Offense The Assistant Athletic Director for Medical Services will schedule a confidential meeting with the student-athlete, the Director of Athletics, the head coach, the respective Associate Athletic Director, the team physician and the Student Athlete Assistance Consultant (SAAC) to review the positive drug test results. The Director of Athletics or his/her designee will notify the studentathlete s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) by telephone and in writing. The student-athlete will be permanently suspended from participating in any sports at WMU. Consistent with all university, MAC and NCAA regulations, the student-athlete will be subject to cancellation of athletic financial aid for the subsequent semester, if any, in the current academic year and non-renewal of the athletic financial aid for the ensuing academic year. The sanctions provided for the third offense shall also apply with respect to a refusal or failure to take a required test occurring after a second offense. Missing a Counseling Session Student-athletes are required to comply with the appointment policy developed by the University s Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. It is the responsibility of the student-athlete who makes an appointment with a counselor to keep that appointment. If the student-athlete is not able to keep the appointment he or she is expected to cancel the appointment by telephone, preferably 24 hours in advance but at least by 8:30 a.m. on the day of the appointment. Prior to the appointment the student-athlete will read and sign an informed consent for evaluation and treatment, which includes an agreement to follow the appointment procedures. Failure to keep or cancel an appointment as stated above may result in suspension from practice and/or competition as determined by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee. Voluntary Disclosure/Safe Harbor (a) A student-athlete who has engaged in prohibited drug or alcohol use is encouraged to seek assistance from the Athletic Department by voluntarily disclosing his or her use to the MRO. (b) If the student-athlete seeks assistance prior to being identified as having violated this policy or being notified that he or she must undergo screening, the impermissible use will not be deemed an offense for purposes of determining sanctions under these procedures. A student-athlete will not be permitted to enter the Safe Harbor Program thirty (30) days prior to NCAA or Conference postseason competition. (c) The student-athlete will be required to undergo an evaluation by the SAAC. The SAAC shall determine the appropriate form(s) of intervention and rehabilitation needed by the student-athlete, based on the circumstances of the case. The counselor will provide a summary of his or her findings and recommendations to the Athletic Director. (d) A student-athlete will be permitted to remain in the Safe Harbor Program for a reasonable period of time, not to exceed thirty (30) days, as determined by the treatment plan. However, the student-athlete may not be permitted to return to participation in intercollegiate athletics if the SAAC determines there is an associated health risk, and will only return when it has determined that reentry into intercollegiate sports is appropriate. If the counselor deems it necessary, the student-athlete will be required to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing as part of the reentry evaluation. (e) Failing to complete the treatment recommended by the counselor, having a positive test for any banned substance after entering the Safe Harbor Program, or having a positive result on a reentry drug or alcohol test will be deemed a second offense under this policy.

16 (f) If the student-athlete regains his or her eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports, he or she may be required to undergo unannounced follow-up tests at the discretion of the Athletic Director in consultation with the counselor. (g) These voluntary safe harbor program provisions apply only one time per student-athlete, and only to the first-time disclosure of personal use of prohibited drug or alcohol use for the student-athlete him/herself and not to any other activity or conduct, whether or not related to the personal use disclosed. Appeal Process Student-athletes who test positive for a banned substance by the laboratory retained by the University may, within 72 hours following receipt of notice of the laboratory finding, contest the finding of the positive results. Upon the student-athlete s request for additional testing of the sample, the Director of Athletics will formally request the laboratory retained by the University to perform testing on specimen B. The student-athlete may choose to be present at the opening of specimen B at the laboratory. If the student-athlete does not wish to be present at the opening of specimen B, but desires to be represented, arrangements will be made for a surrogate to attend the opening of specimen B. The surrogate will not be involved with any other aspect of the analysis of the specimen. The student-athlete or his/her surrogate will attest to the sample number and the integrity of the security seal prior to the laboratory opening of specimen B. Specimen B findings will be final, 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, or who dispute that they have refused or failed to take a required test, under the terms of the Western Michigan University Intercollegiate Athletics Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Education and Testing Policy will be entitled to a hearing with the Director of Athletics or his/her designee prior to the imposition of any sanction. Requests for such a hearing must be in writing and received by the Athletics Director within forty-eight (48) hours of notification of a positive test result. If the forty-eight hours would end on a weekend, the request must be made by noon on the next business day. The student-athlete may have an advocate or other representative present if the student so desires. However, the student-athlete must present his or her own case. The meeting should take place no more than seventy-two (72) hours after the written request is received. Either the student-athlete or the other parties involved may request an extension of time to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee, who will consider whether to grant the extension upon a showing of good cause. These proceedings shall include an opportunity for the student-athlete to present evidence, as well as to review the results of the drug test. The proceedings shall be open to only those persons deemed necessary by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee. The decision by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee regarding the test results or refusal/failure to take a required test shall be final. Sanctions for a positive result or a refusal/failure to take a required test are described in these procedures and are not subject to further appeal. Athletics: Drug Testing Procedures 6-03

17 ACADEMICS The Ellis Athletic Academic Advising Center is located on the second floor of Read Fieldhouse and is open to all studentathletes. The facility includes a quiet study area and a fully-equipped computer lab. The offices of the athletic academic services staff are also located at the Ellis Academic Center. Information on student academic ethics and student academic rights is published in the Undergraduate Catalog. Students with concerns in these areas should make initial contact with athletic academic services. Academic policies and procedures of Western Michigan University and the NCAA are described in the following sections. CLASS ATTENDANCE A student-athlete at Western Michigan University is expected to attend all meetings of a class for which he/she is registered. Class attendance and participation are essential for academic success. MOST CASES OF POOR ACADEMIC PERFORM- ANCE ARE DUE TO POOR ATTENDANCE! In the event that a student is repeatedly absent from classes, the head coach is responsible for enforcing their team s class attendance policy. Excessive class absenteeism may result in a suspension of practice and/or game participation, loss of athletic financial aid and/or team dismissal. Under NCAA guidelines, it is impermissible to miss class for an on-campus practice. ATHLETIC TRAVEL/CLASS ABSENCES Coaches should provide student-athletes with a list of travel dates at the beginning of each semester to give to course instructors. Student-athletes should also remind instructors approximately one week in advance of any classes that might be missed because of athletic competition or travel. It is the STUDENT-ATHLETE S responsibility to make arrangements with the faculty member to make up assignments and tests or complete the tasks prior to traveling. A STUDENT-ATHLETE IS NOT AUTOMATICALLY EXCUSED FROM CLASS BECAUSE OF ATHLETIC TRAVEL. STUDY TABLE & TUTORING Study Table The study table program is a component of the academic support services offered through the athletic department at Western Michigan University. This program provides student-athletes with the opportunity to complete individualized and group study, tutor sessions, and computer projects in a positive environment that promotes academic success. A major challenge that most new student-athletes face is time management. Study table is designed to assist students with learning to manage their responsibilities and expectations both athletically and academically. Study table is a required component for all freshmen student-athletes and selected upper-class student-athletes at Western Michigan University. Coaches and the academic services staff work together to determine the amount of time required for each student-athlete. Student-athletes with study table requirements will certify minutes by use of a time clock. The total weekly minutes are reported to coaches each Friday at 12 noon. Athletic department study table is held throughout the academic year. Hours are posted in the Ellis Academic Center. Although subject to change, general hours are listed below. Day Hours: Monday Thursday: 8:00 am 4:30 pm (* The Ellis Academic Center is open on Fridays, however study table time cannot be earned.) Evening Hours: Sunday: 7:00 pm 8:30 pm (Football) 8:30 pm 10:00 pm (All sports except Football) Monday: 7:00 pm 8:30 pm (All sports except Football) 8:30 pm 10:00 pm (Football) Tuesday: 7:00 pm 8:30 pm (All sports except Football) 8:30 pm 10:00 pm (Football) Thursday: 7:00 pm 8:30 pm (Football) 8:30 pm 10:00 pm (All sports except Football)

18 Tutoring Tutorial support is available to all student-athletes providing specific one-on-one subject tutoring and ongoing study skills development. Walk-in tutors are available during evening sessions from 7:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. and one-on-one appointments are arranged through athletic academic services. Composition Specialist A composition specialist is available for meetings to build or enhance student-athlete writing and comprehension abilities. Individual sessions may include developing skills such as assignment comprehension, sentence structure and punctuation, and correct MLA and APA format style of citation. Although individual sessions may often be focused on a specific project, the mission is to help students develop critical reading and writing skills that will assist them in both their academic and professional endeavors. Student-athletes are also encouraged to visit the University Writing Center for assistance. Computer Lab The Ellis Academic Center computer lab is open Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. and during evening study table hours. Student-athletes are free to utilize this lab for the completion of coursework, research, accessing only. Improper use of computers and visiting social network sites such as Facebook and Myspace are grounds for immediate removal. Laptops Laptop computers are available for checkout but must remain within the Ellis Academic Center. Laptops must be checked out by a coach for student-athlete use during athletic travel. ACADEMIC HONESTY Violations of academic honesty as stated in the undergraduate catalog include but are not limited to: 1) Cheating - intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, notes, study aids or other devices or materials in any academic exercise 2) Fabrication, Falsification and Forgery - intentional invention and unauthorized alteration of any information or citation in an academic exercise 3) Multiple Submission - submission of substantial portions of the same work (including oral reports) for credit more than once without authorization 4) Plagiarism - intentionally, knowingly, or carelessly presenting the work of another as one s own (i.e., without proper acknowledgement of the source) 5) Complicity - intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another to commit an act of academic dishonesty 6) Computer Misuse - disruptive or illegal use of computer resources; The use of software to perform work which the instructor has told the student to do without the assistance of software. Consequences for violations may vary according to circumstances and faculty members. Examples of actions faculty may deem appropriate include: 1) a failing grade for the work involved, 2) failure in the course, and/or 3) referral to academic supervisors. Academic supervisors may, with or without faculty recommendation, take action involving 1) removal from the program, and/or 2) other sanctions up to and including academic dismissal from the University. Online Courses As appropriate, student-athletes may enroll in online courses at Western Michigan University although freshman are discouraged from doing so during their first two semesters. All academic honestly policies apply to online courses and students should be particularly diligent in complying with them while completing online course assignments. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Full-Time Enrollment Student-athletes must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours during fall and spring semesters to be eligible for practice and competition. Graduate student-athletes are required to enroll in a minimum of 6 hours for athletic eligibility.

19 Satisfactory Progress/Progress Toward Degree STUDENTS ENROLLING IN COLLEGE AFTER FALL 2003, MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING PERCENTAGE OF DE- GREE REQUIREMENTS Completion of 1st year: 24 credit hours Completion of 2nd year: 40% of declared degree completed Completion of 3rd year: 60% of declared degree completed Completion of 4th year: 80% of declared degree completed Skills courses such as ENGL 1000, ED 1040/LS 1040, and MATH 1090 and excess PEGN courses are example of credit hours NOT included in this computation. You must successfully complete a minimum of 6-semester hours of academic credit preceding regular academic term in which the student-athlete has been enrolled at any collegiate institution. You must successfully complete 18-semester hours of academic credit since the beginning of the previous fall term or since the beginning of the certifying institution s preceding regular two semesters (hours earned during the summer may not be used to fulfill this requirement. Grade Point Average For student-athletes to participate in outside competition, the following cumulative grade point averages must be achieved: During each term of the first year of collegiate enrollment: no minimum During each term of the second year of collegiate enrollment: 1.80 During each term of the third year of collegiate enrollment: 1.90 During each term of the fourth and fifth year of collegiate enrollment: 2.00 ADVISING Each college within Western Michigan University provides a pool of academic advisors. The role of the advisor is to help guide the student-athlete through the academic requirements of the University, the college, and the department. Student-athletes must be advised by their program or departmental academic advisor each semester in order to be eligible for the following semester. In order to fulfill this requirement, an Academic Advising Record must be completed by the academic advisor. The Academic Advising Record is available only at college advising offices. The deadlines for advising are: Fall semester (advising for Spring): Tuesday, October 28, 2008 Spring semester (advising for Fall): Tuesday, February 24, 2009 College Advising Offices: College of Arts and Sciences: Call or go to 2318 Friedman Hall to arrange appointment. College of Aviation Call or go to 2038 Kohrman Hall to arrange appointment. Haworth College of Business Call or go to 2130 Haworth College of Business to arrange appointment. College of Education 2504 Sangren Hall to arrange advising. Walk-in advising hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. College of Engineering and Applied Sciences Call or go to E-102 CEAS (Parkview Campus) to arrange appointment. College of Fine Arts Music majors call or go to R2104 Richmond Center to arrange appointment. Art majors call or go to 1406 Sangren Hall to arrange appointment.

20 College of Health and Human Services Call or go to 2125 CHHS to make appointment. University Curriculum Call or go to 2041 Moore Hall to arrange appointment. DECLARATION OF MAJOR Student-athletes must declare a major by the beginning of their FIFTH semester. Be aware that many programs have specific prerequisites and grade point average requirements for entrance. TRANSFERRING CREDIT FROM OTHER COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES Student-athletes may take courses at another college or university and have those hours count toward their degree program at WMU. Students should have prior approval from their college academic advisor or athletic academic services prior to enrolling in the course. Upon completion of the course, an official transcript must be sent from that school to WMU Registrar s Office. Students must receive a C grade or better for course(s) to be transferable. WEB REGISTRATION All registration procedures are completed through the web system. An explanation of the web registration procedures is included in the schedule of classes each semester and at the registrar s office website. Student-athletes are allowed priority registration. Student-athletes may have holds placed on their account for a variety of reasons. Some of these reasons are parking tickets, library fines, health center charges, failure to return loaned textbooks, failure to return athletic equipment and/or unpaid tuition, room, board or fees. GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION The Western Michigan University Undergraduate Catalog details most of the following information. Student-athletes can access the catalog at Academic Standards Good Standing: Overall GPA is at least 2.00 Warning: Overall GPA is at least 2.00 but the GPA for the enrollment period is less than a 2.00 Probation: Overall GPA is less than 2.00 Extended Probation: Following a semester on probation, the overall GPA is below 2.00 but the GPA for the enrollment period is 2.00 or above Final Probation: Following a semester on extended probation, the overall GPA is below 2.00 and the GPA for the enrollment period is 2.00 or above Dismissal: Students on probation or extended probation who fail to achieve at least a 2.00 GPA for the enrollment period or students on final probation who fail to achieve a 2.00 overall GPA Grading System Grade Honor Points A 4.0 BA 3.5 B 3.0 CB 2.5 C 2.0 DC 1.5 D 1.0 E 0.0 X 0.0 (Unofficial withdrawal) W - (Official withdrawal) Not computed in GPA I - (Incomplete) Not computed in GPA CR (Credit) Not computed in GPA NC (No credit) Not computed in GPA

21 Computing a grade point average: BIOS hours x A = 12 honor points ENGL hours x CB = 10 honor points PSY hours x C = 6 honor points HOL hours x BA = 10.5 honor points PEGN hours x BA = 3.5 honor points 14 hours 42 honor points Overall GPA = 3.00 (42 divided by 14) Repeated Courses Only the most recent grade for a repeated course is used in calculating a student s grade point average. The number of times a course can be taken is three (including withdrawals). Appeals may be addressed to the department chairperson. A repeated course is not removed from the student s record. All grades earned are shown on the transcript. Changing Courses (Add/Drop) Student-athletes may add courses only through the date listed in the registration information guide each semester or session. Students may withdraw from a course without academic penalty through the Monday of the tenth week of classes in the fall and spring semesters and through the Monday of the fifth week of the summer sessions. The exact date is listed on the registrar s office website. Physical Education Credit for Athletic Participation Once each year, student-athletes may receive one credit for participation in their particular sport. In some academic programs, this credit may not be countable for eligibility and/or graduation purposes. Pegn 4000 Baseball (Spring) Pegn 4070 Gymnastics (Spring) Pegn 4130 Tennis (Spring) Pegn 4010 Basketball (Spring) Pegn 4080 Ice Hockey (Spring) Pegn 4140 Track (Spring) Pegn 4050 Football (Fall) Pegn 4090 Soccer (Fall) Pegn 4150 Volleyball (Fall) Pegn 4060 Golf (Spring) Pegn 4100 Softball (Spring) CHAMPS/LIFE SKILLS CHAMPS/Life Skills is a program sponsored by the NCAA to assist student-athletes in their personal and social development as well as to increase their opportunities for success in life beyond collegiate athletics. This program emphasizes five main components: Commitment to Academic Excellence To support the academic progress of the student-athlete toward intellectual development and graduation. Commitment to Athletic Excellence To build philosophical foundations for the development of athletic programs that are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athletes. Commitment to Career Development To encourage the student-athlete to develop and pursue career and life goals. Commitment to Personal Development To support the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, personal growth and decision making skills. Commitment to Service To engage the student-athlete in service to his/her campus and surrounding communities. Source:

22 MEASURING THE PAYBACK.. Measuring the Payback.. Although an investment in higher education doesn t come with a money-back guarantee, research has shown that average earnings have increased with the level of education attained. Master's Degree Bachlor's Degree $53,356 $62,820 Associate degree High School Diploma Less Than High School Diploma $22,200 $30,084 $37,482 Average Annual Income $0 $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000 $60,000 $70,000 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, June Annual earnings are represented by 2003 average income for workers aged 25 and older.

23 WMU University and General Education Requirements 2008/2009 University Graduation Requirements: Student Name Minimum: 122 credits Minimum: 2.0 cumulative GPA WIN# Date Minimum: 30 credits from WMU (No credit by exam) Intellectual Skills: Reading Minimum: 10 of last 30 credits from WMU Math (No credit by exam) Basic Writing Minimum: One-half total required credits from 4-yr. Computer Literacy institution. Other: General Education Graduation Requirements: Χ Χ Χ Χ Minimum 37 credits not including baccalaureate-level writing Minimum 6 credits of 3000/4000 level coursework within Distribution Areas No more than two courses from any one department may be used to satisfy distribution requirements. -- Both the college-level writing and the college-level mathematics/quantitative reasoning proficiency requirements must be satisfied before a student may register for any upperdivision level course. -- Upper level courses are defined as those courses with a course number of 3000 or above. Additional requirements may exist for specific curricula, majors and minors. Please consult your curriculum, major and/or minor advisor for additional requirements. PROFICIENCIES Proficiency 1: College Level Writing (3-4 credits) Proficiency 3: College Level Math or Quantitative Reasoning (3-4 credits) Proficiency 2: requirement) Baccalaureate Level Writing (3-4 credits) (Does not count toward 37 credit Proficiency 4: Enhance or Develop a Proficiency (3-8 credits) DISTRIBUTION AREAS AREA I FINE ARTS (3-4 credits) AREA V SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3-4 credits) AREA II HUMANITIES (3-4 credits) AREA VI NATURAL SCIENCES w/lab (4-5 credits) AREA III (3-4 credits) UNITED STATES: CULTURE & ISSUES AREA VII NATURAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS & IMPLICATIONS (3-4 credits) AREA IV (3-4 credits) OTHER CULTURES & CIVILIZATIONS AREA VIII HEALTH & WELL BEING (2 credits) Student Signature Advisor Signature

24 Approved January 19, (Effective Fall 2007 semester.) Subject to Change Please reference or your academic advisor for subsequent additions/deletions to the list. Proficiency 1: College-Level Writing BIS 1420 Informational Writing 3 ENGL 1050 Thought & Writing 4 IME 1020 Technical Communication 3 Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing Does not count toward 37 credit minimum General Education hour requirement *See your curriculum or major program advisor* Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning MATH 1140 Excursions in Mathematics 3 MATH 1160 Finite Mathematics and Applications 3 MATH 1180 Precalculus Mathematics 4 MATH 1500 Number Concepts for Elem/Mid Teachers 4 MATH 1900 Survey of Mathematical Ideas 4 MATH 2000 Calculus with Applications 4 STAT 1600 Statistics and Data Analysis 3 STAT 3660 Introduction to Statistics 4 Proficiency 4: Enhance or Develop a Proficiency (NOTE: Please consult your college advisor) A course or courses in one of the following categories: Proficiency 4a Advanced Writing ENGL 4620 Advanced Writing 4 Proficiency 4b Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning MATH 1220 Calculus I 4 MATH 1510 Geometry for Elem/Mid School Teachers 4 MATH 1700 Calculus I, Science & Engineering 4 MATH 2000 Calculus with Applications 4 MATH 2650 Probability/Statistics for Elem/Mid Teachers 4 STAT 2160 Business Statistics 3 STAT 2600 Elementary Statistics 4 Proficiency 4c Critical Thinking NUR 2200 Found. of Nursing and Critical Thinking 3 PHIL 2200 Critical Reasoning 3 PHIL 2250 Deductive Logic 3 PHIL 3200 Introduction to Formal Logic 4 PHIL 3250 Inductive & Scientific Reasoning 3 PSCI 1050 Critical Thinking about Politics 3 Proficiency 4d Oral Communications COM 1040 Public Speaking 3 COM 1700 Interpersonal Communication 3 Proficiency 4e American Sign Language Proficiency 4f Computer Science CS 1110 Computer Science I 4 CS 1120 Computer Science II 4 IMAG 2510 Multimedia Publication and Design 3 Proficiency 4g Foreign Languages All Western Michigan University foreign language courses are granted general approval to satisfy Proficiency 4g. Two semesters of college-level foreign language study will satisfy this requirement; students entering the University with college-level knowledge of a foreign language will be allowed to satisfy this requirement by taking two more advanced language courses or by taking two semesters of yet another foreign language. Distribution Area I: Fine Arts AFS 3300 History/Significance of Black Pop Culture 3 AFS 3400 African and African-American Cinema 3 AFS 4000 Blacks in the Arts 3 ART 1200 Introduction to Art 3 ART 1300 Studio Experience (3-D) 3 ART 1400 Studio Experience (2-D) 3 ART 1480 Direct Encounter with the Arts 4 ART 2200 History of Art 3 ART 2210 History of Art 3 CHIN 2800 Chinese Calligraphy 3 DANC 1450 Experiencing Dance 3 ED 2300 The Nature of Creativity 3 ENGL 1100 Literary Interpretation 4 ENGL 1500 Literature and Other Arts 4 ENGL 2100 Film Interpretation 4 HIST 3150 Popular Art and Architecture in America 3 INTL 3300** Study Abroad-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 3310** Study Abroad-Non-WMU Programs 1-16 MUS 1480 Direct Encounter with the Arts 4 MUS 1500 Music Appreciation: Live Music 4 MUS 1510 Music Appreciation: Jazz/Pop 4 MUS 1520 Rock Music: Genesis and Development 3 MUS 4500 Music Appreciation: The Symphony 3 PHIL 3120 Philosophy of Art 3 PHYS 1010 The Science of Music 3 THEA 1000 Introduction to Theatre 3 **Must be approved by College General Education advisor. (Note: Not major/minor advisor) Distribution Area II: Humanities AFS 2140 Black Religion and Liberation 3 AFS 2240 Africana Autobiography 3 AFS 2800 Topics and Themes in Africana Studies 3 AFS 3130 Radical Activism and the Black Community 3 ENGL 1120 Literary Classics 4 ENGL 2110 Folklore and Mythology 4 ENGL 2520 Shakespeare 4 ENGL 3070 Literature in Our Lives 3 ENGL 3080 Quest for the Self 3 ENGL 3110 Our Place In Nature 3 ENGL 3120 Western World Literature 3 ENGL 3150 The English Bible as Literature 3 ENGL 3820 Literature for the Young Child 4 ENGL 3830 Literature for the Intermediate Reader 4 ENGL 4160 Women in Literature 4 HIST 1000 Early Western World 3 HIST 1010 Modern Western World 3 HIST 1450 Heroes and Villains in the Middle Ages 3 HIST 3000 Arts and Ideas: Ancient/Medieval 3 HIST 3010 Modern Arts and Ideas 3 HIST 3300 Canadian History and Culture 3 HIST 3360 Women in European History 3 HIST 3790 WWII in American and Japanese History 3 INTL 3300** Study Abroad-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 3310** Study Abroad-Non-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 4050 Foreign Studies Seminar Humanities 1-6 LANG 3500 Classical Greek and Roman Mythology 3 LANG 3510 The City of Gods: Power and Morality in the Roman World 3 LANG 3530 Russian Myths and Tales 3 **Must be approved by College General Education advisor. (Note: Not major/minor advisor)

25 LANG 3750 Foreign Lit. In English Translation: Views of Humanity 3 MDVL 1450 Heroes and Villains of the Middle Ages 3 NUR 3220 Healthcare Ethics 3 PHIL 2000 Introduction to Philosophy 4 PHIL 2010 Introduction to Ethics 4 PHIL 3000 Ancient & Medieval Philosophy 4 PHIL 3010 History of Modern Philosophy 4 PHIL 3030 Existentialist Philosophies 3 PHIL 3110 Political Philosophy 3 PHIL 3140 Philosophy & Public Affairs 3 PHIL 3160 Ethics in Engineering & Technology 3 PSCI 3600 Intro to History of Political Theory I: 3 Political Theory to Thomas Hobbes PSCI 3610 Intro to History of Political Theory II: 3 Political Theory from Thomas Hobbes to Karl Marx PSCI 3620 Theoretical and Ideological Bases of 3 Contemporary Politics REL 1000 Religions of the World 4 REL 3050 The Christian Tradition 4 REL 3060 The Jewish Tradition 4 REL 3240 Psychological Elements in Religion 4 REL 3320 Religion and Social Ethics 4 RUSS 3100 Russian Civilization 3 WMS 1000 Media and the Sexes 3 Distribution Area III: The United States: Cultures and Issues AFS 2000 Intro and Foundations to Africana Studies 3 AFS 2230 African American Literature/ Criticism and Culture 4 AFS 3000 Black Experience: From the African Beginnings to AFS 3010 Black Experience: From 1866 to the Present 3 AFS 3100 The Black Woman: Historical Perspective And Contemporary Status 3 AFS 3140 The Black Community 3 AFS 3150 The Underground Railroad in the Midwest 3 AFS 3600 Black Woman- Black Man Relationships 3 AMS 2000 Introduction to American Studies 3 ANTH 3470 Ethnicity/Multiculturalism 3 BLS 3050 Intro to Adults with Disabilities 3 COM 3070 Freedom of Expression 3 ECON 3090 Women and the Economy 3 ENGL 2220 Literatures and Cultures of the U.S. 4 ENGL 2230 Black American Literature 4 ENGL 4840 Multi-Cultural American Lit for Children 4 HIST 2100 American History to HIST 2110 American History Since HIST 2120 American Culture 3 HIST 3160 Women in United States History 3 HIST 3180 American Environmental History 3 HIST 3260 Native American History & Culture 3 HIST 3270 US/Spanish Borderlands: History & Culture 3 HIST 3280 African-American History & Culture 3 JRN 3300 The Cultural History of American Journalism3 MUS 3500 American Music 4 PHIL 3070 Philosophy in the American Context 3 PHIL 3150 Race and Gender Issues 3 PSCI 2000 National Government 3 PSCI 3000 Urban Politics in the U.S. 3 PSCI 3200 The American Judicial Process 3 PSCI 3630 American Political Theory 3 PSCI 4220 Civil Liberties and Civil Rights 3 REL 3130 Religion in America 4 REL 3140 African-American Religion to REL 3150 African American Religion in the 20 th Cent. 4 SPAN 2650 Hispanic Culture in the U.S. 3 SPAN 2750 Latino Writing/Latino Culture 3 THEA 1050 Introduction to African-American Theatre 3 WMS 2000 Intro. To Women s Studies 4 WMS 3000 Working Women, Past and Present 3 WMS 3500 Male/Female Psychological Perspectives 3 Distribution Area IV: Other Cultures and Civilizations A-S 3040 Nonwestern World 4 AFS 2250 African Storytellers astraditional Historians 3 AFS 2350 Black Majorities in the Caribbean and Latin America 3 AFS 3250 Ethnohistory of Sub-Saharan East Africa 3 AFS 3880 Introduction to African Civilization 3 AFS 4100 Bridging the African Diaspora in the New Millennium: An Interdisciplinary Approach 3 ANTH 1200 Peoples of the World 3 ANTH 3390 Cultures of Latin America 3 ANTH 3400 Cultures of Asia 3 ANTH 3410 Cultures of Africa 3 ANTH 3440 The First Americans 3 ARAB 2750 Life and Culture of the Arabs 3 ART 2220 Art of Africa, Oceania & the Americas 3 ART 2230 Asian Art 3 CHIN 2750 Chinese Life and Culture 3 ECON 3850 Central/East European and 3 Central Asian Economies ECON 3870 Studies in Asian Economies 3 ECON 3880 African Economies 3 ECON 3890 Latin American Economies 3 ENGL 3130 Asian Literature 3 ENGL 3140 African Literature 3 FCS 3150 Global Ecology of the Family 3 FREN 2750 Francophone Culture 3 GEOG 3810 South America 3 GEOG 3820 Mexico and the Caribbean 3 GEOG 3890 Monsoon Asia 3 GEOG 3900 China, Japan, and Korea: Lands & Cultures 3 HIST 3020 World History to HIST 3030 World History since HIST 3740 History of the Caribbean 3 HIST 3750 East Asian Societies and Culture 3 HIST 3760 Modern East Asia 3 HIST 3840 Islamic Civilization 3 HIST 3850 Modern Middle East 3 HIST 3880 Introduction to African Civilization 3 INTL 2000 Introduction to Global and Intl. Studies 3 INTL 3300** Study Abroad-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 3310** Study Abroad-Non-WMU Programs 1-16 JPNS 2750 Japanese Language & Culture 3 MUS 3520 Non-Western Music 4 PSCI 3410 The Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa 4 PSCI 3440 Russian and Central Asian Politics 4 PSCI 3450 Latin American Politics 4 PSCI 3460 Women in Developing Countries 4 REL 3010 Buddhist Traditions 4 REL 3020 Religion in the Indian Tradition 4 REL 3030 Chinese Religion 4 REL 3040 African Religions 4 REL 3070 The Islamic Tradition 4 REL 3080 Japanese Religion 4 **Must be approved by College General Education advisor. (Note: Not major/minor advisor)

26 SOC 3040 Nonwestern World 4 SOC 3340 Pacific Rim--Asian Societies 3 SOC 3350 Modern Latin American Societies 3 SOC 3360 Modern Japanese Society 3 Distribution Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences AFS 2100 Comparative Approaches to Forms of Black Consciousness 3 AFS 3350 Theories/Research Techniques- Diaspora Studies 3 ANTH 1100 Lost Worlds/Archeology 3 ANTH 2100 Introduction to Archeology 3 ANTH 2400 Principles of Cultural Anthropology 3 ANTH 3430 Cultures of Europe 3 BUS 1750 Business Enterprise 3 COM 2000 Introduction to Communication Theory 3 ECON 1070 Economic Issues in the U.S. Today 3 ECON 1080 Contemporary Intl. Economic Issues 3 ECON 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3 ECON 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 GEOG 1020 World Geog. Through Maps & Media 3 GEOG 2440 Economic Geography 3 GEOG 3830 Western & Southern Europe 3 GEOG 3840 The Post-Soviet States 3 HIST 1030 History and Current Events 3 HIST 3060 Technology and Culture 3 HIST 3130 American Diplomatic History 3 HIST 3600 The Medieval World: Society and Culture 3 HIST 3630 History of Modern Britain 3 HIST 3640 Modern Europe: Culture and Society 3 HIST 3660 Russia Yesterday and Tomorrow 3 HIST 3700 History of Latin America 3 IME 4220 Engineering Teams: Theory and Practice 3 INTL 3300** Study Abroad-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 3310** Study Abroad-Non-WMU Programs 1-16 INTL 4040 Foreign Studies Seminar-Social Sciences 1-6 LANG 2500 The Nature of Language 4 LAW 1500 Personal Law 3 LAW 3500 Computer Law 3 OT 2250 Growth, Development and Aging 3 PADM 2000 Introduction to Nonprofit Leadership 3 PHIL 3130 Philosophy of Law 3 PSCI 1000 Introduction To Political Science 3 PSCI 1050 Critical Thinking about Politics 3 PSCI 2400 Comparative Politics 3 PSCI 2500 International Relations 4 PSCI 3110 American Politics and the Media 3 PSCI 3400 European Politics 4 PSCI 3500 American Foreign Policy 4 PSY 1000 General Psychology 3 REL 3230 Religion and Revolution 4 SOC 2000 Principles of Sociology 3 WMS 3200 Women, Multiculturalism, and Soc. Change 3 WMS 3300 Gender Issues in Education 3 Distribution Area VI: Natural Science with Lab ANTH 2500 Intro to Biological Anthropology 4 BIOS 1050 Environmental Biology 3 and BIOS 1100 Biology Laboratory 1 BIOS 1120 Principles of Biology 3 and BIOS 1100 Biology Laboratory 1 CHEM 1100 General Chemistry I 3 and CHEM 1110 General Chemistry Laboratory 1 CHEM 1900 Chemistry in Society I 3 and CHEM 1910 Chemistry in Society I Laboratory 1 GEOG 1050 Physical Geography 4 GEOS Earth Studies 4 GEOS Physical Geology 4 GEOS Evolution of Life-A Geological Perspective 4 IMAG 1500 Introduction to Imaging 4 OT 2000 Human Functional Anatomy 3 OT 2010 Human Functional Anatomy Lab 1 PHYS 1000 How Things Work 4 PHYS 1040 Introduction to the Sky and Solar System 1 and PHYS 1030 Sky and Solar System Laboratory 3 PHYS 1060 Introduction to Stars and Galaxies 3 and PHYS 1050 Stars and Galaxies Laboratory 1 PHYS 1070 Elementary Physics 4 and PHYS 1080 Elementary Physics Lab 1 PHYS 1130 General Physics I 4 and PHYS 1140 General Physics I laboratory 1 PHYS 2050 Mechanics and Heat 4 and PHYS 2060 Mechanics and Heat Laboratory 1 Distribution Area VII: Natural Science and Technology: Applications and Implications ANTH 1500 Race, Biology and Culture 3 AVS 2800 Transportation Technology: 3 Policy, Perils & Promise CHEG 2610 Environmental Engineering 3 COM 2400 Intro. to Media and Telecommunications 3 CS 1000 Fluency with Information Technology 3 CS 1010 What is Computer Science? 3 CS 1011 What is Computer Science? (Lab) 1 ENVS 3000 Environment, Technology and Values 4 GEOG 1000 World Ecological Problems and Man 4 GEOG 3500 Conservation & Environmental Management 3 GEOS Environmental Earth Science 3 GEOS 1500 Earth Hazards and Disasters 3 GEOS Geology of National Parks and Monuments 3 GEOS Ocean Systems 3 IME 1220 Automobile in Society 3 IME 1500 Introduction to Manufacturing 3 ME 2200 Processes and Materials in Manufacturing 4 MSE 2510 The Evolution of Materials 3 NUR 3330 Informatics for Healthcare Professionals 3 PAPR 1600 Introduction to Environmental Technology 3 PHIL 2550 Science, Technology and Values 3 PHIL 3340 Biomedical Ethics 4 PHIL 3500 Foundations of the Modern World View 4 PHIL 3550 Philosophy of Science 3 PHYS 1020 Physics, Technology and Society 3 SPPA 2000 Communication Disorders and Sciences 3

27 Distribution Area VIII: Health and Well-being ADA 2250 Drug Use: Personal and Social Impact 3 HOL 1000 Choices in Living 3 HPER 1110 Healthy Living 2 PEGN 1700 Health and Wellness - Aerobics 2 PEGN 1710 Health and Wellness - Water Aerobics 2 PEGN 1720 Health and Wellness - Circuit Fitness 2 PEGN 1730 Health and Wellness - Jogging 2 PEGN 1740 Health and Wellness - Walking 2 PEGN 1760 Health and Wellness - Racquet Sports 2 PEGN 1770 Health and Wellness - Climbing Techniques 2 PEGN 1780 Health and Wellness - Self Defense 2 PEGN 1790 Health and Wellness - Figure Skating 2 PEGN 1800 Health and Wellness Beg. Swimming 2 PEGN 1810 Health and Wellness - Intermed. Swimming 2 PEGN 1820 Health and Wellness - Swim Conditioning 2

28 MEDICAL SERVICES During the competitive season, the athletic training room will be open in the morning from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm and in the afternoon from 1:00 until the end of practices. Taping and treatments must be completed prior to any meetings. Please treat the athletic training personnel in a courteous manner. Help us maintain a healthy environment by keeping a positive, productive attitude, and ask for service, do not demand. RULES Report any injury to the athletic training staff as soon as possible. Unless an extreme emergency exists, contact an Athletic Trainer prior to seeking medical attention. Any injury or illness must be reported by 9:00am. Dress appropriately and shower before entering the athletic training room for treatments. No food or drink in the athletic training room. Refrain from the use of profanity in the athletic training room. Any missed treatment or appointment will be reported to coaches. No cleats or wet shoes in the athletic training room. No loitering in the athletic training room. Being injured is not an excuse to miss team practices or responsibilities. INJURY REPORTING All injuries should be reported as soon as possible. For the most part, this means when the injury happens or immediately after practice. Student-athletes must report that situation to an athletic trainer before 9:00 am the following morning. This should be done in person. However, if a student-athlete has a class conflict, a report by phone is acceptable prior to 9:00 am. Failure to report any injury that affects practice status by 9:00 am will be reported to the Head Coach. In that event, arrangements will be made for an increase in activity once the injury has healed. REFERRAL POLICY A fine staff of medical personnel and excellent facilities are ready to serve the health care needs of the student-athletes. From time to time a situation may arise that mandates referral to a physician outside of the staff. This may be a decision made by the staff or a request by the student-athlete. It must be clear that Western Michigan University will not be responsible for a studentathlete s bills if the student elects to go to an outside physician without the consent of the team physician, and a written referral from the athletic trainers. There will be no exceptions. The training room staff will not discourage a student-athlete from seeing a physician at home if the student-athlete feels strongly about it. However, it is important that the staff be made aware of the desire to see another physician and release of the student-athlete be made to that physician s care so effective lines of communication can be established. This helps the staff remain consistent in the medical treatment a student-athlete receives and allows the staff to carry out effective rehabilitation care. MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS Any medical or dental appointment that is made for a student-athlete must be kept in a punctual, cordial manner. Any missed or tardy appointments will be handled the same as a missed practice or meeting. No appointment will be canceled later than 24 hours before its scheduled time. INSURANCE PROCESS The Western Michigan University Athletic Department has acquired insurance for the protection of student-athletes in the event of an injury during supervised practice and/or competition. The athletic department insurance is secondary coverage. Secondary coverage is provided for expenses incurred in excess of a student-athlete s primary insurance coverage. Secondary coverage is designed to pick up any remaining balance not covered by the family insurance. Please note that medical expenses will only be covered by the secondary coverage if the team physician refers the student-athlete. Medical bills incurred as a result of an injury in the intercollegiate sports program will be sent directly to a student-athlete s local or home address. The bill must be submitted to the student-athlete s primary insurance company. This company will do either a) honor the claim by paying a portion or the entire bill, or b) not honor the claim and send a letter of denial. If a balance remains after a student-athlete s primary insurance company acts on the claim, the student-athlete must send the athletic department the bill and the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from the primary insurance company. The claim will then be sent to the secondary coverage insurance company provided by the athletic department. *It is the student-athlete s responsibility to submit all medical bills to his/her primary insurance company for payment prior to any action by the athletic department.*

29 NCAA Banned-Drug Classes The NCAA list of banned-drug classes is subject to change by the NCAA Executive Committee. Contact NCAA education services or for the current list. The term related compounds comprises substances that are included in the class by their pharmacological action and/or chemical structure. No substance belonging to the prohibited class may be used, regardless of whether it is specifically listed as an example. Many nutritional/dietary supplements contain NCAA banned substances. In addition, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not strictly regulate the supplement industry; therefore purity and safety of nutritional dietary supplements cannot be guaranteed. Impure supplements may lead to a positive NCAA drug test. The use of supplements is at the student-athlete s own risk. Student-athletes should contact their institution s team physician or athletic trainer for further information. Bylaw Banned Drugs The following is a list of banned-drug classes, with examples of substances under each class: (a) Stimulants: amiphenazole methylenedioxymethamphetamine amphetamine (MDMA, ecstasy) bemigride methylphenidate benzphetamine nikethamide bromantan octopamine caffeine 1 (guarana) pemoline chlorphentermine pentetrazol cocaine phendimetrazine cropropamide phenmetrazine crothetamide phentermine diethylpropion phenylpropanolamine (ppa) dimethylamphetamine picrotoxine doxapram pipradol ephedrine prolintane (ephedra, ma huang) strychnine ethamivan synephrine ethylamphetamine (citrus aurantium, zhi shi, bitter fencamfamine orange) meclofenoxate and related compounds methamphetamine (b) Anabolic Agents: anabolic steroids androstenediol methyltestosterone androstenedione nandrolone boldenone norandrostenediol clostebol norandrostenedione dehydrochlormethyl- norethandrolone testosterone oxandrolone dehydroepiandro- oxymesterone sterone (DHEA) oxymetholone dihydrotestosterone stanozolol (DHT) testosterone 2 dromostanolone tetrahydrogestrinone (THG) epitrenbolone trenbolone fluoxymesterone and related compounds gestrinone mesterolone other anabolic agents methandienone clenbuterol (c) Substances Banned for Specific Sports: Rifle: alcohol pindolol atenolol propranolol metoprolol timolol nadolol and related compounds (d) Diuretics: acetazolamide hydrochlorothiazide bendroflumethiazide hydroflumethiazide benzhiazide methyclothiazide bumetanide metolazone chlorothiazide polythiazide chlorthalidone probenecid ethacrynic acid spironolactone (canrenone) finasteride triamterene flumethiazide trichlormethiazide furosemide and related compounds (e) Street Drugs: heroin tetrahydrocannabinol marijuana 3 (THC) 3 (f) Peptide Hormones and Analogues : corticotrophin (ACTH) human chorionic gonadotrophin (hcg) lutenizing hormone (LH) growth hormone(hgh, somatotrophin) insulin like growth hormone (IGF-1) All the respective releasing factors of the above-mentioned substances also are banned: erythropoietin (EPO) sermorelin darbepoetin (g) Anti-estrogens anastrozole tamoxifen clomiphene and related compounds Definitions of positive depends on the following: 1 for caffeine if the concentration in urine exceeds 15 micrograms/ml. 2 for testosterone an adverse analytical finding (positive result) based on any reliambe analytical method (e.g., IRMS, GCMS, CIR) which shows that the testosterone is of exogenous origin, or if the ratio of the total concentration of testosterone to that of epitestosterone in the urine is greater than 6:1, unless there is evidence that this ratio is due to a physiological or pathological condition 3 for marijuana and THC if the concentration in the urine of THC metabolite exceeds 15 nanograms/ml.

30 FINANCIAL AID A student-athlete shall not be eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics if he or she receives financial aid that exceeds the value of the cost of attendance as defined by the institution. A student-athlete may receive institutional financial aid based on athletic ability, outside financial aid for which athletic participation is a major criterion, and educational expenses awarded per NCAA Bylaw up to the value of a full grant-in-aid, plus any other financial aid unrelated to athletic ability up to the cost of attendance. A student-athlete who receives a Pell Grant may receive financial aid equivalent to the limitations set forth above or the value of a full grant-in-aid plus the Pell grant, whichever is greater. Student-athletes accept athletic grants-in-aid with the understanding that they will attend to academic responsibilities. Those who accept aid and then fail to attend classes or withdraw from all classes may be deemed guilty of misrepresentation and are subject to the removal of such aid. TUITION AND FEES Students receiving tuition scholarships should note that the grant covers in-state or out-of-state tuition and the enrollment fee for each semester. Individual class fees remain the responsibility of the student. Students receiving dollar-amount scholarships should understand that tuition and fees will be paid first on their account. ROOM AND BOARD Students who choose to move off-campus must change their local address with the University. Students can modify their local address in the University s records through the internet ( BOOK LOAN POLICY The following procedures must be adhered to by all student-athletes receiving a book loan as part of their athletic grantin-aid. Please read and follow these procedures carefully. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PROCEDURES WILL RE- SULT IN A CHARGE TO A STUDENT-ATHLETE S ACCOUNT. All books and materials loaned to student-athletes must be obtained at WMU s Campus Bookstore in the Bernhard Center (does not include any optional texts and/or materials). Required books and required coursepacks will be issued only for classes which appear on a student s completed schedule. Be prepared to show a copy of a class schedule and campus I.D. to Athletic Department and Bookstore personnel upon request. Book loans must be picked up by the end of the first month of classes during the regular academic year. Two weeks are allowed during the spring and summer sessions. If a required class book cannot be found, please contact the Bookstore Office immediately so arrangements may be made to pick up the missing materials at a later date. If a required textbook or coursepack can only be purchased from an off-campus source, deliver the receipt and a copy of the syllabus to Athletic Academic Services to arrange for reimbursement. Make sure your name and local address are on the receipt. All reimbursement paperwork must be submitted within one month of the start of the semester. If classes are dropped, return any books loaned immediately. The Bookstore will do a mid-semester check of class schedules. The student-athlete will be billed for books checked out for a class if there is not proof of registration. All books and other materials loaned must be returned to the Bookstore in the Bernhard Center by the final day of each semester. Please return all materials loaned, including paperbacks and workbooks. Be sure to return all items to authorized Bookstore personnel only. When in doubt, request a signed and dated receipt for the items returned. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ATHLETIC AID Institutional financial aid may be awarded for any term during which a student-athlete is in regular attendance as an undergraduate with eligibility remaining, within six years after initial enrollment in a collegiate institution provided the student does not receive such aid for more than five years, or as a graduate student eligible for outside competition. These grants are awarded by the Office of Student Financial Aid upon the recommendation of the head coach and athletic administration. When a student s athletic ability is taken into consideration in any degree in awarding financial aid, such aid shall not be awarded in excess of one academic year. Thus, student-athletes should always consider an athletic scholarship to be a one-year renewable grant, not a four or five year guaranteed award.

31 CANCELLATION OR REDUCTION OF ATHLETIC AID Institutional athletic based in any degree on athletics ability may not be increased, decreased, or cancelled during the period of award on the basis of a student s athletic ability or performance, because of an injury that limits athletic participation, or for any other athletic reason. Institutional athletic aid may be reduced or cancelled during the period of award if the recipient renders himself or herself ineligible for intercollegiate competition, fraudulently misrepresents information on an application, letter of intent, or financial aid agreement, engages in serious misconduct warranting substantial disciplinary penalty, or voluntarily withdraws from the sport. RENEWAL OF ATHLETIC AID The renewal of institutional financial aid based in any degree on athletic ability shall be made on or before July 1 prior to the academic year in which it is to be effective. Notification of financial aid renewals and nonrenewals must come from the institution s regular financial aid authority. ATHLETIC AID HEARING OPPORTUNITIES The institution s regular financial aid authority shall notify the student-athlete of an opportunity for a hearing when athletic aid is reduced or cancelled during the period of the award or not renewed for the next academic year. Financial Aid Appeal Hearing Procedures: 1) Student-athlete contacts Financial Aid Office within ten days of cancellation, nonrenewal or reduction letter to request appeal. 2) Financial Aid Office informs student to send or letter (200 words or less) with reasons they believe cancellation, nonrenewal or reduction of the scholarship was unjust. 3) Financial Aid Office establishes committee (Director of Financial Aid or designee plus two university staff members) and informs the student and the athletic department of date and time of hearing. An athletic department administrator may be invited to act in an advisory capacity regarding departmental policies and NCAA rules. 4) No less than two days prior to the hearing, student-athlete informs Financial Aid Office of any individuals (not more than two) that will accompany him/her. The coach will follow this same protocol. 5) The student-athlete will present his/her case first followed by the coach. The committee chair (Director of Financial Aid or designee) will determine if these presentations are made in the presence of the other party. No more than three pages of support documentation may be provided to the committee by either side. At the end of each presentation, the committee may ask questions for clarification. 6) After both presentations are complete, the committee may ask questions of either party prior to the completion of the hearing. 7) The committee will render a final, non-appealable decision within five business days after the hearing. SPECIAL ASSISTANCE FUND The NCAA Special Assistance Fund s guiding principles are to meet the student-athlete s needs of emergency or essential nature for which financial assistance otherwise is not available. The set guidelines of the program determine a studentathlete s eligibility for the fund and permissible uses of the fund. Eligibility Pell-eligible student-athletes (except non-qualifiers in their initial year of residence), including student-athletes who have exhausted their athletic eligibility or no longer are able to participate because of medical reasons. Student-athletes who are receiving countable athletically related financial aid and who have demonstrated financial need as determined by an analysis conducted consistent with federal methodology or the methodology used for all students at the institution. For a foreign student-athlete, an official foreign student-athlete advisory entity of the institution outside the athletic department must certify in writing that the student-athlete has financial need. Permissible Uses Cost of clothing, travel from campus to home and other essential expenses (not entertainment) up to $ for Pelleligible student-athletes and full grant-in-aid student-athletes who demonstrate financial need. Cost of expendable academic course supplies (i.e., notebooks and pens) and rental of non-expendable supplies (i.e., computer equipment and cameras) that are required for all students enrolled in the course.

32 Medical and dental costs not covered by another insurance program (i.e., premiums for optional medical insurance, hearing aids, vision therapy and off-campus psychological counseling). Costs associated with student-athlete or family emergencies. SUMMER GRANT-IN-AID POLICIES Summer grant-in-aid applications are available from athletic academic services during the spring semester. The summer awards will be granted for one class only (or up to 3 credit hours if more than one class). The award of tuition, enrollment fee, living allowance, and book loan (if applicable) will be determined as a percentage of in-state and out-of-state fees based on current resident status. A dollar amount will be posted on the student s account. Per NCAA regulations, spring/summer aid may be awarded only to students who have received athletic aid during the regular academic year and may not exceed the proportion of that aid. The living allowance typically approximates a room stipend but may be adjusted for budgetary reasons. The following guidelines apply to summer grant-in-aid awards: Summer grants-in-aid consist of tuition, enrollment fee, living allowance, and a book loan. Aid is awarded in the same proportion as the preceding academic year. Summer grants-in-aid are typically awarded to students for one class only (or up to 3 credit hours if more than one class) for one session only. Students with over 80 credit hours may apply for two classes in one session or one class in each session. Seniors completing eligibility may apply for additional classes to complete graduation requirements. The living allowance is awarded for one session only. Student-athletes ineligible for competition per NCAA, MAC and/or WMU standards at the end of spring semester will receive reduced funding (likely no living allowance award). Student-athletes who receive an award and then withdraw from the course(s) or receive a failing grade will repay the amount of the living allowance as a penalty. POST-ELIGIBILITY GRANT-IN-AID POLICIES Post-eligibility grant-in-aid assistance is available for qualifying student-athletes. The award of tuition, enrollment fee, living allowance, and book loan (if applicable) will be determined as a percentage of in-state fees. Out-of-state fee payments will be considered on an individual basis only when extenuating circumstances are present. A dollar amount will be posted on the student s account. The grant will be awarded based on the proportion of athletic aid received during the preceding year. Graduation audits must be submitted prior to the grant being processed. All grants are subject to a review of senior year grades. The living allowance typically approximates a room stipend but may be adjusted for budgetary reasons. The following guidelines apply to the student receiving a post-eligibility grant-in-aid: Enroll in and carry throughout the semester a minimum of 12 semester hours (unless a lesser amount is needed for graduation as documented on your graduation audit). Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and make every effort to continue academic progress. EMPLOYMENT Employment. Earnings from a student-athlete s on- or off-campus employment that occurs at any time is exempt and is not counted in determining a student-athlete s cost of attendance or in the institution s financial aid limitations, provided: (a) The student-athlete s compensation does not include any remuneration for value or utility that the student-athlete may have for the employer because of the publicity, reputation, fame or personal following that he or she has obtained because of athletics ability; (b) The student-athlete is compensated only for work actually performed; and (c) The student-athlete is compensated at a rate commensurate with the going rate in that locality for similar services. Student-athletes who choose to work during the regular academic year should contact the Director of Compliance with the name of the employer and the expected academic year earnings.

33 ATHLETIC AID AND CAREER ENDING INJURY OR ILLNESS When athletic department medical personnel make a decision that a student-athlete s injury (which occurred during an authorized WMU practice or competition) or illness will not allow them to compete again at Western Michigan University, athletic aid will be continued to assist the student in completing their college degree. Medically-exempt student-athletes remain responsible for standards (behavioral, academic, eligibility, etc.) that apply to all student-athletes at the University. Coaching staffs have the right to involve the individual in some support capacity within their program. Students who refuse this involvement may be subject to termination of their athletic scholarship unless a compromise can be reached with the assistance of the athletic administration. It is also expected that the student will establish in-state residency for tuition purposes in accordance with University guidelines. Student-athletes are eligible to have their athletic scholarship renewed annually up to four years from the date of their initial collegiate enrollment. Those needing beyond four years to complete their undergraduate degree will be considered post-eligibility student-athletes. APPLYING FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID Students wishing to apply for federal financial aid, should visit and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The code for Western Michigan University is

34 COMPLIANCE Student-athletes are expected to follow the rules of the National Collegiate Athletic Association at all times as well as policies set forth by the Mid-American Conference, the Central Collegiate Hockey Association, and Western Michigan University. When questions arise about what may be a permissible activity, student-athletes should direct questions to their coaching staff or the athletic department compliance staff. COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSIONS Western Michigan University and the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics have adopted specific guidelines for the issuance of student-athlete complimentary admissions. The policies and procedures were established in accordance with regulations set by the NCAA. RULES It is a violation of NCAA regulation to receive payment or anything of value from any person in return for usage of studentathlete complimentary admissions. It is also a violation of NCAA regulation for individuals designated by the studentathlete to receive any type of payment or items of value in exchange for student-athlete complimentary admissions. It is permissible for each student-athlete to assign up to four complimentary admissions per contest. It is also permissible for a student-athlete to lend his/her complimentary admissions for a particular contest to a teammate by indicating the teammate s name next to their own name and indicating approval with their signature. No one student athlete can obtain more than ten (10) complimentary admissions (including his/her own four) for each contest. Student-athlete sign up must be completed by noon one day prior to home games and by noon two days prior to road games Complimentary admissions will be administered via a pass gate. No hard tickets will be issued. Each person claiming a student-athlete complimentary admission must show a picture identification. Exceptions will be made for babies or small children as long as an accompanying adult verifies the baby/child identity. In addition to the guidelines established for sign up/issuance of the student-athlete complimentary admissions, it is imperative that each student-athlete is reminded of the penalties which will be enforced for any misuse of complimentary admissions. VIOLATIONS If a potential violation of NCAA regulation is identified prior to the event and stopped by not granting the issuance of the student-athlete complimentary admissions, the student-athlete committing the violation will have his/her complimentary admission privileges revoked for the following three contests. If a second violation were detected prior to an event, the student-athlete in violation would lose his/her complimentary admission privileges for the remainder of the season. If student-athlete complimentary admissions have already been issued to an individual and then a violation is detected, this violation would be immediately self-reported to the NCAA. The student-athlete committing the violation will be immediately declared ineligible and an appeal for restoration of eligibility would have to be filed with the NCAA. In addition, the student-athlete will lose his/her complimentary admission privileges for the remainder of the season. PLAYING AND PRACTICE SEASONS Most of the information contained in this section has been adapted from NCAA Manual Bylaw 17. Time Limits for Athletically Related Activities A student-athlete s participation in countable athletic activities during the playing season shall be limited to a maximum of four hours per day and 20 hours per week. Outside of the playing season, a student-athlete may spend no more than eight hours per week in countable athletic activities. In sports other than football, two of these eight hours may be spent in sport-specific team activities with the coaching staff. Football does not allow individual skill workouts. All activities associated with a day of competition shall count as three hours, regardless of the length of the event. DURING THE PLAYING SEASON, ALL ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES ARE PROHIBITED DURING ONE CALENDAR DAY PER WEEK. Exceptions to this rule are vacation periods, conference and postseason championships, bowl games and NCAA Championships. OUTSIDE OF THE PLAYING SEASON DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR, ALL ATHLETIC ACTIVI- TIES ARE PROHIBITED DURING TWO CALENDAR DAYS PER WEEK AND CAN NOT OCCUR DURING EXAM WEEK OR THE WEEK PRIOR TO EXAMS. Countable Athletically Related Activities Countable athletically related activities include any required activity with an athletics purpose involving student-athletes and at the direction of, or supervised by, one or more of an institution s coaching staff (including strength and conditioning coaches) and must be counted within the weekly and daily limitations.

35 Activities During Institutional Vacation Period and Summer A student-athlete may not participate in any countable athletically related activities outside the playing season during any institutional vacation and/or summer. Strength and conditioning coaches who are not countable coaches and who perform such duties on a department-wide basis may design and conduct specific workout programs for student-athletes, provided such workouts are voluntary and conducted at the request of the student-athlete. Additional Regulations Practice may not be conducted following competition. Daily and weekly hour limitations do not apply during preseason practice prior to the first contest or first day of classes, whichever is earlier. Daily and weekly limitations do not apply during official university vacation periods. OFFICIAL VISIT HOST INSTRUCTIONS Acting as a student host on a recruiting visit is an important service to Western Michigan University. Adherence to NCAA rules and appropriate conduct is required of the host and the prospect. THE CONSUMPTION OR USE OF ALCOHOL BY THE HOST OF A PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETE AND/OR BY THE PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETE IS UNACCEPTABLE AND SUBJECT TO FULL DIS- CIPLINARY ACTION. INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT IS ALSO SUBJECT TO FULL DISCIPLINARY ACTION. THE HOST WILL RETURN THE PROSPECT TO THE HOTEL NO LATER THAN 2:00 A.M. SHOULD THE PROSPECT BE STAYING WITH A HOST IN A RESIDENCE HALL OR APARTMENT, IT IS EXPECTED THAT THE HOST AND PROSPECT WILL RETURN TO THAT LOCATION BY 2:00 A.M. AT THAT TIME, SOCIAL ACTIVITIES SHOULD INCLUDE ONLY THE PROSPECT, HOST, AND THE HOST S ROOMMATES. A maximum of $30 per day may be provided to cover the entertainment expenses of both the host and the prospect. The host may be provided an added $15 per day for each additional prospect. No cash may be given to the prospect. The host may not use the entertainment funds to purchase or otherwise provide the prospect with gifts of value. If recreational rental equipment is used to entertain the prospect, the normal rental cost shall be assessed against the $30. The host may not use vehicles provided or arranged by an institutional staff member or booster. The host may not transport the prospect or anyone accompanying the prospect more than 30 miles from campus. The host should not allow recruiting conversations to occur between the prospect and a booster. If an unplanned meeting occurs, only an exchange of greetings is permissible. The prospect should not be allowed to participate in any athletic activity involving or related to the sport for which the prospect is being recruited. The host may be provided a complimentary meal when accompanying the prospect during the official visit. STUDENT-ATHLETE TRANSFER PROCEDURS Student-Athlete Transfer Procedures Student-athletes should note that transferring from one institution to another can be a very complex matter. It is important to gain insight from the coaching staff or compliance staff before considering transfer options. Western Michigan University student-athletes considering a transfer to another institution should begin the process by informing their head coach or a member of their coaching staff of this decision. The head coach or assistant coach will then inform the associate athletic director of academic and compliance services or the director of compliance that they approve of the transfer decision and the subsequent production of permission to contact forms for other institutions. Should the head coach deny permission to contact by other institutions, the associate athletic director for academic and compliance services conducts an initial review of the denial and discusses the matter with the head coach and the athletic director. If the athletic director agrees with the denial, the student-athlete is provided written notification of this decision and is allowed a ten-day window to schedule a meeting with the associate athletic director for academic and compliance

36 services and/or the athletic director. If the decision to deny contact remains in effect after this meeting, the student-athlete is informed of their right to a timely appeal with members of the athletic board and given a ten-day window to request that appeal. The athletic board will then make a final decision within five days of that appeal as to whether the denial should be upheld. Unless unique circumstances apply as determined by the athletic director or athletic board, Western Michigan University will NOT release student-athletes to other institutions in the MAC or CCHA. Transfer Appeal Hearing Procedures: 1) When permission to contact is denied, student-athlete is provided written notification of the decision. 2) Student-athlete has ten-day window to schedule follow-up meeting with associate athletic director for academic services and/or the athletic director if they wish to challenge the contact restrictions. 3) If the decision to deny contact remains in effect after this meeting, student-athlete is given a ten-day window to request (in writing) an appeal to the athletic board. 4) Under the direction of the faculty athletics representative, the athletic board schedules an appeal opportunity in a timely manner and informs the student and the athletic director of the date and time. A minimum of three members of the athletic board must participate in the appeal hearing. 5) The student-athlete may have a maximum of two individuals accompany him/her at the hearing. An athletic department administrator may be invited to act in an advisory capacity regarding departmental policies and NCAA rules. 6) The student-athlete will have five minutes to present his/her case and no more than three pages of support documentation may be distributed. At the end of the presentation, athletic board members may ask questions for clarification. 7) The athletic board will render a final decision within five business days after the hearing.

37 STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Mission Statement The mission of the Western Michigan University strength and conditioning program is to provide each student athlete with an opportunity to develop their physical abilities, through safe and objective training. Through these means the strength and conditioning program will attempt to improve athletic performance and minimize injuries related to athletic competition. Philosophy At Western Michigan University, each workout will be an organized and detailed plan, combining exercise selection with effective set and repetition schemes, to be coordinated with appropriate conditioning. These workouts will afford each athlete an opportunity to improve technique in all exercises, improve muscular strength, and improve conditioning without overtraining. Facilities The strength facilities in the Bill Brown Alumni Football Center, the Donald J Seelye Center, and in Read Fieldhouse are open to varsity student-athletes only. Any unsafe use or violation of stated rules may result in a suspension of a student-athlete s privilege to use the facility. The following rules should be obeyed at all times in the weight room: Proper WMU lifting attire and athletic shoes required. T-shirts must be worn at all times in the weight room. When lifting after practice, a dry shirt must be put on before entering the weight room. All cardio equipment must be wiped down after use. No working out in facilities without the assigned strength coach. No food or drink allowed in the weight room. No toothpicks, straws, gum, candy, etc. allowed in the weight room. Keep water bottles away from lifting areas. Always remove weights from bars. Return all weights and dumbbells to proper racks. Always use spotters and collars. Do not drop bars or lean plates against equipment. Do not abuse machines with reckless technique or improper use. Do not lean against or put your hands on the mirrors. No horseplay or unsafe activity. No headsets or portable stereos allowed. The phone and computer are not for personal use.

38 EQUIPMENT To service student-athletes in a timely and efficient manner, equipment rooms are housed in University Arena, Waldo Stadium, Seeyle Center and Lawson Arena. Student-athletes will receive equipment for use during practice and competition. It is the responsibility of the student-athlete to not damage or lose equipment issued to them by the equipment room staff members. To ensure that every attempt is made by a student-athlete to protect and return equipment, the following policies are in effect: Equipment issued to a student-athlete is documented on an inventory sheet prepared by the staff. Each student-athlete must personally return all equipment at the end of the season or upon termination of participation in the sport. Based on inventory records, the student-athlete is advised of any missing items still owed to the university at time of return. After the return time, a student-athlete has two weeks to check in the missing equipment prior to being billed on their university account. The payment for missing equipment billed to a student-athlete s account is made at customer account services. Questions and concerns regarding equipment issue and return should be directed to the equipment room staff members.

39 GENERAL INFORMATION STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY BOARD The S.A.A.B. is a select group of student-athletes representing each WMU intercollegiate athletic program. The board consists of two student-athletes from each team except football which has three representatives due to the size of the squad. Student-athletes who comprise the board shall meet monthly for approximately one hour with athletic administrators to discuss topics pertaining to intercollegiate athletics. Student-athletes will serve for an academic year. The members of S.A.A.B. will promote their team s involvement in community activities and provide a student-athlete perspective regarding NCAA and academic issues. Participants will aid in a compliance function by ensuring studentathlete rule awareness and assisting in the dissemination of information. They are also expected to serve as an advocacy body for equity issues and student-athlete welfare. PROFESSIONAL SPORTS COUNSELING PANEL To enable student-athletes to resolve the complexities of professional contracts and regulations of agents, Western Michigan University has formed a career-counseling panel. This group will function under NCAA provisions and is intended to assist a student-athlete in making decisions regarding professional contracts, provide a realistic appraisal of his/her potential for becoming a professional athlete and regulate activity of agents and professional teams. The athletic department contact for this panel is the Director of Compliance. The career-counseling panel can provide the following services upon request by the student-athlete: Educate a student-athlete regarding NCAA eligibility. Request information for a student-athlete from a professional sports team or organization regarding the student- athlete s market value and potential as a professional athlete provided no negotiations are involved. Provide guidance to the student-athlete in the selection or screening of an agent. Invite outside consultants to advise a student-athlete. Provide information to an enrolled student-athlete about purchasing insurance against a disabling injury. Review a proposed professional sports contract. TEAM TRAVEL During team travel, student-athletes should remember that they are representing their program and University at all times. Head coaches will review standards for team dress, roommate selection, individual conduct, curfews and other details that student-athletes should follow while traveling. In addition to team-specific requirements, student-athletes should also note that they are never allowed to drive vehicles during team travel, student-athletes may be released only by a coach to parents/guardians if not utilizing team travel following competition, no 15-passenger van travel is permitted, two studentathletes per room is the athletic department recommended limit for hotel accommodations, and $25 is the athletic department recommended per diem rate for student-athletes during off-campus athletic travel. Coaches may occasionally vary hotel accommodations and per diem rates with approval from the athletic administration. Varsity W Club Mission To foster support of WMU's athletic program from former letter winners To provide assistance in the promotion of WMU's athletic program To provide a forum for issues related to the athletic programs and the "W' Club To carry out other functions from time to time as requested by the Director of Athletics Lifetime Membership: Automatically granted to all student-athletes who have been awarded a varsity letter denoting participation in a National Collegiate Athletic Association sanctioned or sponsored intercollegiate sport or in a nationally recognized sanctioning board sport, and awarded by the WMU Athletic Board of Control.

40 WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY RESOURCES Nutrition & Weight Management: Eating Disorder Evaluation & Treatment Program Individual Nutrition Counseling Nutrition Workshops Take Charge Program Physical Activities Intramural Sports Sports Medicine Clinic University Recreation Programs & Facilities Responsible Sexual Behavior Birth Control Information Contraception Education Emergency Contraception HIV Counseling & Testing Pregnancy Testing Sexual Assault Prevention Education Program STI Education STI Testing Academic Resources Academic Skills Center Writing Center Other Campus Resources Bronco Card Center Career and Student Employment Services Dining Services Financial Aid/Bronco Express Card Center Information Technology Help Desk International Student & Scholar Services Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay & Transgender Services Miller Auditorium Multicultural Affairs Parking Services Public Safety Registrar Residence Life Safe-on Campus Student Activities & Leadership Programs Substance Abuse University Substance Abuse Services Tobacco Use Stop Using Tobacco Program Mental Health Campus Dispute Resolution Service Center for Counseling & Psychological Services Sexual Assault Victim Advocate University Counseling & Testing Center WMU Psychology Clinic Immunizations Flu & Meningitis Clinics Sindecuse Health Center Health and Wellness Resources Asthma Wellness Program Disabled Student Services Environmental Health & Safety Faith & Spiritual Development Hearing Testing