Principia College Student-Athlete

Handbook 2019-2020

Table of Contents Introduction

• Welcome Letter from Athletic Director, Ann Pierson• Purpose/Mission/Vision/SUCCESS• Principia Pledge/Standards• Code of Conduct• Principia New Student Handbook

Academics

• Eligibility Policy/Satisfactory Academic Progress• Excused Absences from Class

Athletics

• NCAA DIII Philosophy• SLIAC Philosophy• Principia Learning Outcomes

• Athletic/PE Department• Varsity Athletics• Relating Outcomes to 4-Years of Eligibility

• Team Rules and Behavior Expectations• NCAA Sportspersonship• SLIAC Sportspersonship• Principia Sportspersonship• Hazing Statement• Drug Testing Policy (NCAA) *

• Physical Examinations (NCAA) *• Athletic Trainer

• Concussion Protocol (NCAA) *• Insurance Coverage *

• CS Practitioner Requirement *• Travel

Policy

Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

Awards/Recognition

S-A Code of Conduct Contract

*Requires action on your part

From Ann Pierson, Director of Athletics

Welcome!New students we are so pleased to have you join our athletics department family. Returning students, we are so glad to have you back home. I am excited to join with you and our wonderful coaches as we prepare to grapple with the challenges and opportunities the new school year presents.

I want to take a moment to set the stage for how we view the athletic endeavor. We see athletics as one part, an important piece, of the educational experience. We expect your sport participation will support and bring balance to your academic, social and spiritual life. Our priority order is God; School; Sport. We place God first as we know reliance on God is the basis of our success. We are inclined to encourage one another to lean "on the sustaining infinite” (Science and Health p. vii) and trust in ensuing blessings. Our practice of Christian Science guides our thoughts and actions and informs our values. School comes next because we place great value on academic achievement and recognize foremost, we are a community of learners on and off the fields. Sport is the final piece because we know the athletic arena provides unparalleled opportunities to learn and to demonstrate community, discipline and excellence.

Being part of an athletic team is a precious privilege. It may be where we meet some of our dearest friends and engage in some thrilling victories. There is nothing quite as satisfying as engaging with a group and feeling part of something much larger than yourself. Teams may also be where we experience some of our most exasperating trials. Team membership can be frustrating when we are loathe to subjugate our own ego and participate in requisite sacrifices of self. Team membership requires each individual to play a role and to realize every role is significant, even if it places one on reserve. Each year, our role may change, and at times we may be asked to step into roles we do not relish. But accepting our role with grace will move the team forward. Sport provides ample opportunity to practice humility, courage, leadership and self-discipline.

What does it mean to strive for excellence in sport? Mrs. Eddy counsels, “there is no excellence without labor" (Science and Health p. 457). We must recognize that nothing of any real value comes without hard work. First, we must set a goal worthy of achieving and then we must keep this high goal always before thought and be willing to do the required work. Mary Kimball Morgan, Principia’s founder, asserts, sacrifice of self-indulgent habits leads to excellence. She says, “The successful athlete is usually the earnest, obedient pupil – the one who willingly practices what he is told, and who uses every opportunity to gain mastery over any sense of physical weakness or limitation” (Education at The Principia p. 35). I am sure if our reach exceeds our grasp – we will find ourselves on the right path and success will follow! I expect success will look like Principia Records and Honors; SLIAC Conference Awards; NCAA Recognition; Team GPA’s over 3.0; Sportsmanship Awards and Examples of Ethical Behavior; Evidence of Service.

In commitment to excellence,

Ann PiersonDirector of Athletics

SUCCESS – @ Principia we spell it this way; Spirituality Underpinning Character; Competitive Excellence; Scholarship; Service

Purpose

Purpose of The Principia

“The Principia shall seek to serve the Cause of Christian Science through appropriate channels open to it as an educational institution.”

- Policy 1 from Education at The Principia (Mary Kimball Morgan)

Athletic Department Mission Statement

The mission of the Principia athletic program is to offer students vigorous physical training and competition that encourages spiritual growth and character development, creates opportunities to learn and master new skills, and provides a forum for achieving competitive excellence.

Vision

The vision driving Principia athletics is educational in the larger sense because it helps students maintain a balance between intellectual pursuits and a competitive athletic experience that complements the development of the whole person. It encourages a lifelong passion for sport and endeavors to nurture unique and essential qualities in shaping the character and spiritual progress of each participant. Working hard to achieve excellence, sacrificing self for team, expressing a sense of joy for the opportunity to compete, and demonstrating grace and sportspersonship in victory or defeat represent our highest ideals in this pursuit.

SUCCESS

Athletics at Principia provide the ultimate learning environment, and success as both an athlete and individual is our goal. Inspired by the study and practice of Christian Science, Principia student-athletes are encouraged to grow in character, foster their competitive spirit, and commit themselves not only to academic achievement, but also to serving others. This is how we define SUCCESS: Spirituality Underpinning Character, Competitive Excellence, Scholarship, and Service.

Principia Standards

Principia’s standards hinge on the principles set forth by Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, and by Mary Kimball Morgan, who established The Principia.

Mrs. Eddy originally called her teachings “moral science” and repeatedly stated that strong morals are indispensable to the successful practice of Christian Science.

Her writings include many references to honesty, purity, temperance, fiscal responsibility, obedience to the Golden Rule, and abstinence from addictive substances. The following examples help to elucidate Principia’s moral standards in their spiritual context:

Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, pages x:30, 115:26, 453:16, 449:11; The First Church of Christ Scientist and Miscellany page 114:3.

Reflecting Mrs. Eddy’s teachings, Mary Kimball Morgan believed that a Principian’s behavior should be characterized by high standards of integrity.

Requirements for Remaining Enrolled at Principia

Members of the Principia community share this commitment:

Strive to understand and express God in all you doConquer “all that is unlike God”1Love God and your neighbor as yourself2Give unselfishly

1 Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, p. 2622 Luke 10:27

Academic Integrity and Performance

Students are responsible for doing their own academic work and making satisfactory progress. (See the College Catalog for academic progress policies.) Instances of cheating or plagiarism are referred to the Scholastic Committee. Poor academic performance or a breach of academic integrity could result in academic suspension. Students on academic suspension are not allowed to remain in break housing.

Financial Integrity

Students are responsible for paying their Principia bills in a timely manner. Instances of delinquency will be referred to the Financial Standards Committee. A violation of financial integrity could result in financial suspension. Financial suspension means that you may not stay or work on campus or return to campus for classes. Falsification of information on applications for financial aid or scholarships may result in social discipline and/or the loss of Principia-provided aid (scholarships, loans, grants, and employee tuition discount).

Spiritual Reliance “Members of the faculty, staff, and student body will be expected to rely on Christian Science for healing” (Policy 4). As a Christian Science community of practice and education, Principia seeks to nurture, support, and inspire spiritual progress and spiritual healing among its members. It does not seek to dictate treatment or prescribe conditions for healing; those decisions belong to individuals and their families. Nor will Principia bar the employment or admission of candidates based solely on their treatment choices. It will continue to see every member as a unique child of God and to encourage everyone’s contribution to a culture of spiritual healing at and beyond Principia.

Spiritual Defense

Principia expects every student to contribute to the spiritual strength and well- being of the community through the study of the Bible Lesson, prayer during Quiet Time, and attendance at church services.

Principia College New Student Handbook

An important element of living in a community is the need to respect the other members of the community, their safety and property, and the campus as a whole. This essential element is reinforced by a number of rules and practices that are intended to enable the community to function harmoniously. The basis of respect is a sense of love, best defined by the Golden Rule.

The student handbook detail the policies, rules, and procedures for students to ensure respect for community members and property.

Look for the Student Handbook in the Student Life section of the website!

Academics

Eligibility Policy/Satisfactory Academic Progress

The following academic standards have been adopted for student-athletes as required by the NCAA and Principia College.

All student-athletes are required to carry a minimum course load of 12 credits each semester. If at any point in the semester the credits fall below 12, eligibility is withdrawn.

Student-athletes must also be registered for varsity participation in a PVAR course. The graduation requirement is two PE courses. PVAR courses will continue to count for that requirement.

In order to remain in good academic standing, a student- athlete must also meet the qualitative standards listed below according to the established credit range.

Good Standing

A student will remain in or return to good standing provided his or her cumulative GPA meets these requirements and the student is not on writing suspension:

1.600 1.700 1.800 1.900

• 0 - 15• >15 - 30• >30 - 45• >45 - 59• >59 2.000

Total Semester Hours Earned Minimum GPA Required:

Excused Absences

The opportunity to participate in intercollegiate athletics is an important aspect of the whole man concept at Principia. For the participating student, it is an opportunity which is encouraged and supported by the faculty and administration. Since running an intercollegiate athletic program necessarily requires some missed class time and the athletic trip is not by definition a field trip, the following policies will be recognized:

1. As a general rule, classes missed for athletic contests during the regular season and post-season play (i.e. conference tournament, regional tournament, NCAA play) are excused absences.

2. Students are required to consult with their instructors before they miss a class because of a scheduled contest. Students are responsible for completing all assignments and making up any class work they have missed.

3. The NCAA requires student-athletes to make normal progress toward graduation and to be in good academic standing in order to participate in intercollegiate athletics.

4. Faculty are encouraged to communicate with students and coaches on an ongoing basis concerning any student-athlete whom they feel is not meeting his or her academic responsibilities.

Athletics

NCAA Division III Philosophy (NCAA Bylaw 20.11)

Colleges and universities in Division III place highest priority on the overall quality of the educational experience and on the successful completion of all students’ academic programs. They seek to establish and maintain an environment in which a student-athlete’s athletics activities are conducted as an integral part of the student-athlete’s educational experience, and in which coaches play a significant role as educators. They also seek to establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among their student-athletes and athletics staff. To achieve this end, Division III institutions:

(a) Expect that institutional presidents and chancellors have the ultimate responsibilityand final authority for the conduct of the intercollegiate athletics program at theinstitutional, conference and national governance levels; (Adopted: 1/16/10 effective8/1/10)

(b) Place special importance on the impact of athletics on the participants rather thanon the spectators and place greater emphasis on the internal constituency (e.g.,students, alumni, institutional personnel) than on the general public and itsentertainment needs;

(c) Shall not award financial aid to any student on the basis of athletics leadership,ability, participation or performance; (Revised: 7/24/07)

(d) Primarily focus on intercollegiate athletics as a four-year, undergraduateexperience; (Adopted: 1/14/12)

(e) Encourage the development of sportsmanship and positive societal attitudes in allconstituents, including student-athletes, coaches, administrative personnel andspectators;

(f) Encourage participation by maximizing the number and variety of sport offerings fortheir students through broad-based athletics programs; (Revised: 1/14/12)

(g) Assure that the actions of coaches and administrators exhibit fairness, opennessand honesty in their relationships with student-athletes;

(h) Assure that athletics participants are not treated differently from other members ofthe student body;

(i) Assure that student-athletes are supported in their efforts to meaningfullyparticipate in nonathletic pursuits to enhance their overall educational experience;(Adopted: 1/14/12)

(j) Assure that athletics programs support the institution’s educational mission byfinancing, staffing and controlling the programs through the same general procedures asother departments of the institution. Further, the administration of an institution’sathletics program (e.g., hiring, compensation, professional development, certification ofcoaches) should be integrated into the campus culture and educational mission;(Revised: 1/9/06 effective 8/1/06)

(k) Assure that athletics recruitment complies with established institutional policies andprocedures applicable to the admission process; (Adopted: 1/12/04 effective 8/1/04)

(l) Exercise institutional and/or conference autonomy in the establishment of initial andcontinuing eligibility standards for student-athletes; (Adopted: 1/14/12)

(m) Assure that academic performance of student-athletes is, at a minimum, consistentwith that of the general student body; (Adopted: 1/9/06 effective 8/1/06)

(n) Assure that admission policies for student-athletes comply with policies andprocedures applicable to the general student body; (Adopted: 1/9/06 effective 8/1/06)

(o) Provide equitable athletics opportunities for males and females and give equalemphasis to men’s and women’s sports;

(p) Support ethnic and gender diversity for all constituents; (Adopted: 1/12/99)

(q) Give primary emphasis to regional in-season competition and conferencechampionships; and

(r) Support student-athletes in their efforts to reach high levels of athleticsperformance, which may include opportunities for participation in nationalchampionships, by providing all teams with adequate facilities, competent coaching andappropriate competitive opportunities.

The purpose of the NCAA is to assist its members in developing the basis for consistent, equitable competition while minimizing infringement on the freedom of individual institutions to determine their own special objectives and programs. The above statement articulates principles that represent a commitment to Division III membership and shall serve as a guide for the preparation of legislation by the division and for planning and implementation of programs by institutions and conferences.

St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC)

Purpose and Principles

The purpose of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference is to provide an association through which the member institutions may encourage organized competition in intercollegiate sports among teams representative of their respective student bodies.

It is the cardinal principle of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference that participation in sports by the members of its teams shall be solely because of student interest in the enjoyment of the game. No financial aid shall be given to any student, which is conditioned upon participation in intercollegiate sports or provided for the purpose of encouraging participation.

No aid funds of any member institution shall be specifically reserved for athletes participating in the conference and the directors of athletics and coaches shall have no vote or participation in the determination of recipients or amounts of financial aid to any student who participates in any sports in this conference.

Admitting criteria for admission to individual member institution shall be the same for all students at that member institution.

Principia Learning Outcomes

Athletic/PE Department

The Athletics/Physical Education program provides students a broad range of physical activities that encourage spiritual growth, character development, and helps students maintain a balance of intellectual pursuits and physical endeavors. Any student completing the Athletics/Physical Education General Requirement will be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate dominion over themental and physical limitationsassociated with physical activity.

2. Perform proper movement andrefined motor skills.

3. Practice the qualities ofcharacter associated withphysical activity andachievement of a goal.

PE Athletics Learning Outcomes:

Program Outcome #1 Demonstrate dominion over the mental and physical limitations associated with physical activity.

Program Outcome #2 Perform proper movement and refined motor skills.

1 - Beginning 2 - Developing 3 - Secure 4 - Mastery Refined Motor

Skills Willing to learn basic skills

Displays basic skills

Possesses skills to play/ execute the game/ activity

Possesses skill proficiency for playing the game/activity with all the nuances (timing, reading, positioning, and reacting )

Game / Activity Understanding (Tactics/Choreo

graphy)

Willing to learn basic concepts of game/ activity (rules, etiquette)

Knows basic concepts of game/activity (rules, etiquette)

Applies concepts of game/activity (rules, etiquette) and displays game awareness

Displays proactive game / activity awareness, self-learner, ability to help others

1 - Beginning 2 - Developing 3 - Secure 4 - Mastery

Mentally

Prepared

Rarely focuses

Awareness of the

task

Sometimes focuses

Awareness of

execution of the

task

Consistently

focuses

Reactive awareness

of the next task

needed

Sustains focus,

fully engaged and

conscious

Proactive

awareness of the

next task needed

Accountability Aware of

expectations

Makes effort to

follow expectations

with support

Satisfies

expectations

Anticipating and

executing

expectations; taking

ownership of

thought and action

PE Athletics Learning Outcomes:

Program Outcome #3 Practice the qualities of character associated with physical activity and achievement of a goal.

1 - Beginning 2 - Developing

3 - Secure 4 - Mastery

Discipline

Willing to accept the value of hard work and practice

Acts in ways that value hard work and practice

Demonstrates consistent hard work and practice

Demonstrates self-discipline in embracing hard work and practice

Perseverance

Recognizing but unresponsive to adversity

Occasional appropriate response to adversity

Consistent appropriate response to adversity with support

Consistent, immediate, and appropriate response to adversity for self and others

Sportsmanship and Respect

Willing to embrace what respect looks like in activity

Articulates why respect matters

Acts in ways that demonstrate respect

Takes a leadership role in building a culture of respect

Living the Golden Rule

May be familiar with the Golden Rule but fails to practice it

Considers the impact of their actions on others

Adjusts their actions based on the way they will impact others

Put others first when choosing their actions

Team work/ Sport

Participation

Desire to participate on a team or in a sport

Recognizes the roles and needs of the team or participants in a sport

Understands and actively fills their role as a teammate or participant in a sport

Unselfishly sacrifices and places the needs of the team or sport above their own and encourages others to do the same

Relating Outcomes to Years of Eligibility

The student-athlete experience is developmental. Participants in a sport are recruited with the expectation that they will possess desire, talent, ability, and experience in their activity. Student-athletes will invariably present varying degrees of familiarity with the general tenor of our departmental outcomes as they embark on their collegiate careers. Expectations for freshmen will be different from those of seniors. The hope is that student-athletes will remain in a sport for the allowable four years of their eligibility, thereby fully engaging the benefits of our programs.

Team Rules and Behavioral Expectations

“Face it; sports are the window through which the university is viewed” - Jon Wefald, former President, Kansas State University

A recent study suggested that 75% of what the outside world learns about a college or university is sport related (NACMA -2006). Nearly 65% of our potential college recruits indicate an interest in college athletics participation and approximately 35-40% of you participate in our athletic programs.

In nearly every major newspaper (at least the ones that are left) sports coverage makes up approximately 25% of their total news content. The sports section is the most widely read section of the paper, and more coverage is given to sports than any other single topic of interest - including business and politics (Coakley, 2007, p. 419).

This merely means what we do as administrators, coaches, student-athletes, and fans in the sporting arena matters to a lot of folks and that they pay attention. It is therefore imperative we all do our part in representing Principia in the best possible way.

We do this by adhering to the Purpose and Policies of The Principia, the standards set forth in the college catalog, behavior outlined in the Principia College Student Handbook, the policies outlined by the governing bodies through which we are affiliated (NCAA and SLIAC), and by the higher sense of right that emanates from our study and practice of Christian Science.

Ultimately your head coach sets team standards for participation, behavioral expectations, and consequences that may result from inappropriate behavior in or out of season, over and above what has already been delineated. These standards are meant to be consistent with the public image the department and institution as a whole wish to project through our athletic programs.

Remember, as a representative of the only college for Christian Scientists in the world, you are Christian Science to the outside world. Your actions and behavior speak volumes about the perceptions the world holds of our religion... and perhaps their willingness to want to learn more.

NCAA Sportsmanship (NCAA Bylaw 10.01.1 and 10.02.1)

10.01.1 Honesty and Sportsmanship. Individuals employed by (or associated with) a member institution to administer, conduct or coach intercollegiate athletics and all participating student-athletes shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that intercollegiate athletics as a whole, their institutions and they, as individuals, shall represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with wholesome competitive sports.

10.02.1 Sports Wagering. [#] Sports wagering includes placing, accepting or soliciting a wager (on a staff member’s or student-athlete’s own behalf or on the behalf of others) of any type with any individual or organization on any intercollegiate, amateur or professional team or contest. Examples of sports wagering include, but are not limited to, the use of a bookmaker or parlay card; Internet sports wagering; auctions in which bids are placed on teams, individuals or contests; and pools or fantasy leagues in which an entry fee is required and there is an opportunity to win a prize. (Adopted: 1/8/07 effective 8/1/07)

St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Code of Sportsmanship

Statement of Purpose The St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference is committed to establishing sportsmanship and developing healthy environments for competition. The St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference sets forth this code to maintain intercollegiate athletics in harmony with the educational purposes of its member institutions.

Principles of Sportsmanship The essential elements of character-building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles: honesty, respect, responsibility, fairness, unselfishness and civility. The highest potential for sports is achieved when competition reflects these “six pillars of character.”

Standards of Conduct Coaches and administrators shall conduct themselves in a professionally dignified manner. Student-athletes shall similarly conduct themselves as positive role models and represent their institutions in a manner which exhibits the principles of sportsmanship. The standards for the conduct of administrators, coaches and student-athletes immediately preceding, during and following athletics events are:

1. exhibiting respect and courtesy towards all participants including the coaches,student athletes and officials;

2. exercising restraint in their actions, both physical and verbal, toward otherparticipants;

3. commenting about other institutions, coaches and student-athletes only in apositive manner;

4. refraining from making public comments critical of officials or the quality oftheir work.

Student-Athletes. Respect for the game in which the student-athlete participates also demands respect for the opponent. Student-athletes at SLIAC institutions are expected to treat opponents with respect. There will be no tolerance for taunting and baiting of opponents.

SLIAC student-athletes must understand that they are often the most visible representatives of their institutions and their behavior is observed and emulated. SLIAC student-athletes must honor the responsibilities that accompany the privilege of representing our schools by behaving with dignity and class on and off the field.

Spirit Groups. Like our student-athletes, spirit groups are visible representatives of our institutions. As such, we place high expectations on them for decent behavior. Cheerleaders, bands, mascots and other spirit groups are admitted to the contests at the pleasure of our institutions to support their teams and assist in creating a fun atmosphere. They are not admitted in order to disrupt or confront the opponent and such behavior will not be tolerated. Their focus must be toward encouragement of their team and respect for the opposing team.

Fans. The Conference hopes and believes that the establishment of the principles outlined in this document will create a wholesome atmosphere that will attract more fans to our events. Fans should be encouraged to applaud the effort by both institutions. They should be reminded that the participants are young people who should be treated as if they were their own sons and daughters.

Fans are expected to act in a manner consistent with the Code of Sportsmanship. Individuals who fail to do so will be dismissed from athletics events.

This SLIAC Code of Sportsmanship is designed to promote sportsmanship throughout the league and ensure healthy environments for competition.

Principia College Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct Statement Principia has built a reputation as a moral institution dedicated to promoting spiritual growth and serving the cause of Christian Science. Honesty and integrity are not only attributes that Principia expects to see expressed by athletes and students, but also by coaches, administrators, parents, etc. As a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Principia pledges to uphold the rules set forth by the NCAA and the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.

Hazing StatementHAZING is defined as willful conduct that is intended to physically or emotionally intimidate, punish, embarrass, humiliate, ridicule, or place any student in a demeaning or humiliating position for the purpose of initiation, affiliation, inclusion, or membership in any team or organization. Hazing has no place at Principia. Students directly or indirectly involved in hazing incidents, either on or off school grounds, could be considered ineligible for participation in sports by the school administration under athletic association standards. Willingness to participate on the part of the student subject to the hazing is not a mitigating factor. Consent is not a defense to hazing.

Sexual Assault/Harassment/Violence Statements

SEXUAL ASSAULT I: Sexual Assault I must be committed either by force, threat, intimidation or through the use of the victim’s mental or physical helplessness of which the accused was aware or should have been aware. Sexual Assault I includes, by stranger or acquaintance, rape, forcible sodomy, or forcible sexual penetration, however slight, of another person’s anal or genital opening with any object.

SEXUAL ASSAULT II: Sexual Assault II may be committed either by force, threat, intimidation or through the use of the victim’s mental or physical helplessness of which the accused was aware or should have been aware. Sexual Assault II includes the intentional touch, by stranger or acquaintance, of an unwilling person's intimate parts (defined as genitalia, groin, breast, or buttocks, or clothing covering them) or forcing an unwilling person to touch another’s intimate parts.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT may include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other unwelcomed verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

SEXUAL VIOLENCE means physical sexual acts attempted or perpetrated against a person's will or when a person is incapable of giving consent, including without limitation rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual abuse, and sexual coercion.

NCAA Inclusion Statement

As a core value, the NCAA believes in and is committed to diversity, inclusion and gender equity among its student-athletes, coaches and administrators. We seek to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters equitable participation for student-athletes and career opportunities for coaches and administrators from diverse backgrounds. Diversity and inclusion improve the learning environment for all student-athletes and enhance excellence within the Association.

The Office of Inclusion will provide or enable programming and education, which sustains foundations of a diverse and inclusive culture across dimensions of diversity including but not limited to age, race, sex, class, national origin, creed, educational background, religion, gender identity, disability, gender expression, geographical location, income, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation and work experiences.

Adopted by the NCAA Executive Committee, April 2010Amended by the NCAA Board of Governors, April 2017www.ncaa.org/sites/default/files/Transgender_Handbook_2011_Final.pdf

St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Transgender Policy- Statement of Inclusion

The mission of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) is to create an accessible learning community where students of all abilities are invited to compete in our athletics program offerings. As a core value, the SLIAC believes in and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and gender equity among its student-athletes, coaches and administrators. We seek to establish, promote, and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters opportunities for student-athletes, coaches, and administrators – regardless of gender identity/expression or background- to compete, grow and build careers.

Drug Testing Policy (NCAA Bylaws 3.2.4.6, 14.1.4, and 18.4.1.5)

The Principia Athletic Department does not condone or support the use of performance-enhancing drugs (steroids) or street drugs among our student- athletes. As members of the NCAA all student-athletes are required to fill out and sign the NCAA Drug Testing Consent form prior to the start of each season. At this time, you will be provided with information listing the substances banned by the NCAA. By signing the NCAA form and the Prin College Student Athlete (PCSA) code of conduct, student-athletes agree to random drug-testing by the NCAA in any championship participation and by Principia College at anytime during the academic year. Failure to sign either form will preclude you from all varsity competition. Testing positive on the drug test will result in the loss of eligibility in all sports for one full academic year. Refusing to be tested is equivalent to a positive test result which carries with it the same penalty as a positive test result.

Anti-Discrimination and Disability Accommodation Statement

Principia College recognizes that each individual “as the child of God reflects the intelligence and strength of his Maker, and that all men have equal opportunity and equal ability in the sight of God” (Principia Policy 3). As a result, Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or age. Principia College is also committed to providing equal educational opportunity for qualified students with disabilities in accordance with the policy statements of the College. Our goal is to provide an excellent education for all students helping them overcome limitations and challenges of all sorts. In support of this commitment, Principia College strives to provide reasonable accommodation to those students on campus who need and will benefit from specific learning accommodations. (October 2015)

Physical Examinations (NCAA Bylaw 17.1.6.4)

Mandatory Medical Examination. Before participation in any practice, competition or out of-season conditioning activities (or, in Division I, permissible voluntary summer conditioning or individual workouts, or permissible required summer athletic activities in basketball and football), student-athletes who are beginning their initial season of eligibility and students who are trying out for a team shall be required to undergo a medical examination or evaluation administered or supervised by a physician (e.g., family physician, team physician). A nurse practitioner whose medical licensure allows for health care practice independent of physician supervision may complete the medical examination without supervision by a physician. The examination or evaluation must be administered within six months before participation in any practice, competition or out-of-season conditioning activities. In following years, an updated history of the student-athlete’s medical condition shall be administered by an institutional medical staff member (e.g., sports medicine staff, team physician) to determine if additional examinations (e.g., physical, cardiovascular, neurological) are required. The updated history must be administered within six months before the student-athlete’s participation in any practice, competition or out-of-season conditioning activities for the applicable academic year. (Adopted: 4/11/11 effective 8/1/11, Revised: 10/20/15, 10/26/15)

For more information, including a more complete statement on our stance with respect to this requirement and to download a copy of the physical form please refer to the PrincipiaAthletics.com and go to the “Student Athlete” section of the website then to “Forms Center” where you will find the Physician Form and Physical Examination Info.

Athletic Trainer

The NCAA and SLIAC require that a trainer be present at all athletic contests. To be accommodating to our opposing teams we provide athletic training services for visiting student-athletes prior to and during all intercollegiate competitions. In addition, an athletic trainer is on campus each day during practice times to administer concussion protocol as needed and to be of support to those students who choose to use his/her services. This does not minimize nor negate the prayerful work that is expected of practicing Christian Scientists. It is merely an attempt to meet each individual where they are and to maintain the highest standard for event management keeping our visitors and the Golden Rule in mind.

Concussion Protocol and Sickle Cell Trait Status

The NCAA mandates that member institutions provide a framework for discussing concussion management and sickle cell trait status. We do this with a view toward approaching world belief about medical issues from a spiritual perspective. As practicing Christian Scientists, you are expected to actively rely on God for healing and protection from injury, illness, the belief of heredity or other issues related to your participation in our athletics program. Your coaches, athletics director, teammates, and Christian Science nurses are available to help you with any challenge that my come up.

Insurance Coverage

Accidental Insurance Coverage

Student-athletes are required by NCAA to be covered by personal or family health and accident insurance and to supply proof to the College. Student-athletes may purchase accident insurance through the College. For details on how to supply proof, make corrections, or learn about available options see www.principia.edu/insurance.

Personal Belongings Insurance Coverage

It is important to note that The Principia does not generally insure personal property items belonging to students or guests. Parents are encouraged to insure their students’ belongings under their personal property or homeowner’s policy.

For further information regarding insurance, please call the Workplace Safety office at 618-374-5474.

Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

The Principia College SAAC consists of student representatives selected by their sport teams for the following purpose:

• Promote communication between athletics administration and student-athletes

• Disseminate information to teams

• Provide feedback and insight into athletics department issues

• Generate a student-athlete voice within the campus athletics departmentformulation of policies

• Build a sense of community within the athletics program involving allathletic teams

• Solicit student-athlete responses to proposed conference and NCAAlegislation

• Organize community service efforts

• Promote a positive student-athlete image on campus

Travel Policy

As a member of a Principia College athletic team, student-athletes are required to travel to and from competitions with the team. Permission to travel with a parent or guardian must be granted from Head Coach prior to departure and on file with the athletic office. Additional team rules will vary from coach to coach within the athletic department (e.g. curfew, dress code, etc.). Above all, as previously stated, you represent your team, Principia College, and Christian Science. Please act with that in mind.

Christian Science Practitioner Requirement

Student-athletes are required to provide Journal-listed Christian Science practitioner contact information to be placed on file with the Athletic Department and Christian Science nurses office prior to practicing or competing in any varsity activity.

Awards/Recognition

The Jackie Tindall Moser Academic Awards

Jackie Tindall Moser (C'79) was a four year varsity women's volleyball player. As a student-athlete, her leadership, competitive spirit, and joy were an inspiration to her teammates. Her love for Principia Athletics and the volleyball program continued as a parent. She unselfishly supported each and every player, including her three daughters who followed in her footsteps by excelling on the volleyball court and in the classroom. Jackie remained committed to academic, spiritual, and athletic achievement, and she cherished all aspects of Principia's education philosophy.

This award consists of two components - the 4.0 Club and Academic All-Conference recognition.

4.0 Club

Committed to athletic and academic excellence, Principia's 4.0 Club recognizes and honors those who achieve extraordinary results in both their sport and in the classroom.

Academic All-Conference

Student-athletes earning Academic All-Conference recognition or its equivalent have achieved a minimum of 3.5 cumulative GPA as sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Howard Mitchell Award

This award is bestowed on a senior athlete or athletes. This award recognizes the highest standard of achievement in Principia’s intercollegiate athletic program.

Corde & Willard Hanzlik Award

This award is presented to a senior athlete or athletes. This award recognizes significant overall contribution to Principia’s intercollegiate athletic program.

Charles F. Buckwalter Athletic and Academic Honors Award

• The student must have lettered 4 years in at least one sport

• The highest cumulative GPA of 3.5 or over for 4 years will win the award.If no athlete has a 3.5 or above GPA, the award will not be given.

• The award will consist of an engraved wall clock. Also, a scholarly bookof the recipient's choice will be donated to the College library in his/herhonor.

• This award will be presented at the Annual Awards Ceremony.

Scholar Athlete Award • The award will be computed annually at the end of Spring Semester

• The student must be a participant in an intercollegiate program in thecurrent academic year

• The student must have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and completed aminimum of two terms/24 semester hours at Principia College

• A list of recipients will be posted and a press release sent out.

Wall of Champions

Recognizes SLIAC Conference Player/Runner of the Week, Newcomer of the Year, Player/Runner of the Year, Principia records/milestones, All-Region and All-America selection with a (2’x3’) poster displayed in Hay Field House.

Profiles in Character

Sportsmanship, ethical conduct and teamwork follow naturally from applying the Golden Rule in the heat of competition. Principia is proud to recognize those student-athletes who lead by example, are committed to growing in their practice of Christian Science, and demonstrate, in sport, the divine power of Spirit. This award features six vignettes by student-athletes who best demonstrate the qualities of character unfoldment. This display rotates out after each season.

Varsity Letter Awards

First Year:

Second Year:

Third Year:

Fourth Year:

-A hooded sweatshirt and a letter certificate. Headcoaches will establish the criteria for earning a letter andcommunicate this to students.

-An insulated water bottle and a letter certificate.

-A fleece quarter-zip jacket and a letter certificate.

-A chenille letter plaque with the student's name, sport(s), and years, as well as any captain information andsupra-Principia awards (All-Conference, All-State, etc.)printed on it. The plaque should be presented at theawards banquet for the individual sport in which it wasearned. Multiple sport plaque-earners will be asked towait until their final season to order their plaque andletter certificate.

Each year the student earning a varsity letter will receive a Letter Certificate signed by the President, Director of Athletics, and the Coach.

Certificate of Participation

In lieu of a Varsity letter, the Coach may choose to award a Certificate of Participation to those students who do not meet the criteria for a letter but who have otherwise participated consistently throughout the season. This certificate is signed by the Director of Athletics and the Coach.