NCAA COMPLIANCE 101 Fall Student-Athlete Meeting 2014

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1 NCAA COMPLIANCE 101 Fall Student-Athlete Meeting 2014

2 Agenda Ethical Conduct Amateurism Employment Recruiting Academic Standards Financial Aid SAOF Outside Competition Extra Benefits Complimentary Admissions Countable Activities Drug Testing Pop Quiz

3 Ethical Conduct Academic Honesty Provision of accurate and complete information Gambling Don t Bet on It! Cannot provide info to individuals involved in gambling Cannot participate in sports wagering (college/amateur/pro): Use of bookmaker or parlay card Internet sports wagering Auctions in which bids are placed on teams, individuals, or contests Buying or selling ticket options Pools or Fantasy leagues in which an entry fee is required or there is an opportunity to win a prize

4 Amateurism Bedrock Principle of the NCAA May jeopardize amateur status by: Accepting pay for play Agreeing (verbally or in writing) to compete on a pro team Playing on a pro team Accepting payment based on performance (prize money, etc.) Accepting benefits from or agreeing (verbally or in writing) to be represented by an agent Promotional Activities Must receive permission from Compliance Office before participating in institutional, charitable or nonprofit promotions

5 Employment General rules: Paid the going rate Paid only for work performed Employment cannot be based on athletics reputation Fee-for-Lesson Can t use DU facilities Paid directly by lesson recipient (no third party) Cannot use name, picture or appearance to promote/advertise Get approval from Compliance Office first

6 Recruiting Official/Unofficial Visits Host expectations official visits Financial - $30/day for entertainment (can t purchase mementos) Entertainment within 30 miles of DU Must be able to show preexisting relationship if have regular contact with a prospect Unavoidable incidental off-campus contact is ok if not arranged by coaching staff Telephone calls May receive calls from a prospect on or after July 1 of prospect s junior year of HS (can t be arranged by coaching staff) Social Media May not post any info that publicizes a recruit s visit to campus (including retweets from posts made by the recruit) May not publicly comment on a recruit s verbal commitment

7 Time Out! Pioneer Accomplishments How many Div. I-AAA NACDA Director s Cups (awarded to the top performing DI-AAA athletic program in the country) has the University of Denver won?

8 Time Out! Pioneer Accomplishments The University of Denver has won a record 6 D1-AAA Director s Cups. All within the last 7 years!

9 Eligibility Student-Athlete Statement and Drug Testing Consent Forms Five-year Rule: Five years to complete four seasons of competition DU philosophy is to graduate our student-athletes in four years 5 th year of competition at DU due to injury is at coach s discretion and athletic aid is determined on a case-bycase basis Eligibility certified on a quarterly basis

10 Eligibility How is a season of competition triggered? Any competition, regardless of time (one minute of one game counts). Exceptions: Volleyball and Soccer spring ball Preseason exhibitions/practice scrimmages during INITIAL year Alumni game if the event is exempted from the max number of contests for the season When in doubt check with the Compliance Office!

11 Academic Standards General Requirements: Must be enrolled in 12 or more credits at all times (fulltime) Must pass at least 6 degree applicable credits per quarter Must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA Good academic standing according to DU Freshmen: Must earn 36 credits by Fall 2014 Continuing SAs: Must earn 27 credits in Fall/Winter/Spring (can t count summer)

12 Academic Standards Percentage Toward Degree 40% of degree by Junior year 60% of degree by Senior year 80% of degree by 5 th year

13 Academic Standards Must declare a major and required minor(s) by the time you have earned 75 credits Consult with academic advisor if changing major may impact eligibility You are responsible for knowing the requirements of your program and your progress toward degree Must pass an average of credits per quarter to graduate in four years

14 Time Out! Pioneer History What year was the University of Denver founded?

15 Time Out! Pioneer History

16 Financial Aid DU athletic scholarships are one-year in duration with opportunity to renew Athletically-related aid can be canceled during the term of the award if student-athlete: Becomes ineligible Fraudulently misrepresents information Engages in misconduct (determined by University authority) Withdraws from team (quits) Commits a violation of nonathletically related conditions Athletically-related aid can be canceled or reduced at the end of the award period (end of academic year) for any reason, including athletic performance. SA must be provided an opportunity for a hearing.

17 Financial Aid Tuition award Tuition for hours only Room and board On-campus double occupancy room rate Off-campus check will apply first to any outstanding balance International students room and board may be taxed according to international tax agreements Fees Covers standard fees associated with attendance Does not cover health insurance (be sure to waive if you are covered under parents) Does not cover course fees (e.g., DCB Microsoft Certification, lab fees, art fees) Books Can only cover required books noted on syllabus, and not recommended books or supplies Books must be returned to student services office following each quarter

18 Read (AND PAY) Your Bills!! Anytime you receive an Eco Bill it is important that you open the and act on it, even if you are on a full athletic scholarship. There are fees and other charges that your scholarship cannot cover. If you ignore charges, you will accrue late fees that can really add up over time. If you are unsure if a charge will be covered by your scholarship, ask the compliance staff! There is a feature in webcentral that allows you to add your parents as an Eco Bill recipient.

19 Fifth Year/Summer/Interterm Aid Applications become available in May Priority for awarding 5 th year aid: To permit a SA to earn their undergraduate degree once they have exhausted their eligibility Maintain or regain eligibility based on NCAA rules Enhance academic progress toward degree Each application reviewed on case-by-case basis by a committee Awarding of aid is a privilege and is not guaranteed

20 Student-Athlete Opportunity Fund Need based fund Applications available from Compliance Office Receipts must be submitted prior to processing Update direct deposit in MyWeb Allow at least 10 business days for processing Sample permissible expenses: Emergency travel Medical/Dental/Vision expenses not covered by insurance

21 Extra Benefits Can only receive certain benefits for being an athlete, including, but not limited to: Complimentary tickets for your sport (4 per contest) DU issued equipment and apparel Occasional meals Awards associated with individual or team performance (generally provided by DU, Athletic Conference or the NCAA) It is impermissible for you or your family to profit off of items you are provided based on athletic ability (e.g., sell or trade your awards, apparel, comp tickets, etc.)

22 Extra Benefits Examples of Extra Benefits that are impermissible to receive: Receipt of anything of value Reduced cost services/discounts Drinks & cover (admission) to nightclubs or events Telephone or credit card privileges Loans Transportation from a coach or booster Course supplies not covered by athletics scholarship

23 Complimentary Admissions Shall be provided only through a pass list Must show ID to gain admittance A student-athlete may not: Receive payment from any source for his/her complimentary admissions and may not assign them for any item of value Sell or exchange complimentary admissions for money or any item of value to anyone, including teammates or other student-athletes

24 Time Out! Pioneer Pride What is our new Chancellor s name?

25 Time Out! Pioneer Pride Chancellor Rebecca Chopp

26 Outside Competition Cannot play on outside team during your playing season Sports other than basketball may play on outside teams during vacation periods outside of your playing season Can t wear DU apparel, receive expenses or coaching from DU Basketball certified summer leagues with permission only M/W Soccer and Volleyball can play on an outside team after May 1 st with prior approval by Compliance Consult with Compliance Office before playing on any outside teams must receive approval if during academic year

27 Countable Activities In Season Four hours per day, 20 hours per week One day off per week (travel days can count as days off) Competition days count as 3 hours Countable Activities Noncountable Activities Practice & Competition Recruiting activities (SA Host) Meetings required by a coach Meetings with coach initiated by SA Required weight training Required participation in camp/clinic Discussion or review of game films Walk throughs Travel to competition site Study hall, tutoring or academic meetings Voluntary training Fundraising or promotional activities and community service projects

28 Countable Activities Out of Season Eight hours per week Maximum 2 hours of skill instruction Two days off per week No activities beginning one week prior to finals Voluntary training Request initiated by student-athlete Not required to report activities Safety exception for SWIM/GYM/SKI CARA form verification through ARMS Questions or concerns? Contact the Compliance Office.

29 Drug Testing NCAA & DU Drug Testing NCAA banned substance list Missed test = positive test DU Testing: Three strikes policy Managed by Sports Medicine Staff NCAA Testing: Positive Test = Loss of one year of eligibility (positive test due to use of marijuana results in loss of 50% of one season) Testing on-campus and at championships Disclose use of all medications to Sports Medicine Staff ADHD medications Caffeine Marijuana

30 Pioneer Image As a DU student-athlete you are representing the University, the Division of Athletics, your team and yourself at all times It is a privilege to be a student-athlete, not a right Student-athletes are viewed as leaders and actions are followed closely on and off the field Only post appropriate content on social media sites (e.g., no pictures of alcohol, inappropriate behavior or comments, etc.)

31 Pop Quiz! Ryan is on the lacrosse team and has been asked by some friends to play in a recreational lacrosse tournament during a weekend in early September when the DU team is out of season. Is it permissible for Ryan to play in the tournament?

32 Answer No. Student-athletes cannot play on outside teams during their playing season. Things to remember: The only time during the academic year a studentathlete can play on an outside team is during official vacation periods outside of the playing season. Must receive permission from coach and Compliance to play on an outside team during the school year. Some exceptions apply talk to the Compliance Staff.

33 Pop Quiz! Dylan is a swimming student-athlete who will be entering his junior year of school in Fall What academic requirements does he need to meet? Name at least 3.

34 Answer Enroll in 12 or more credits for fall Earned at least 6 credits in spring quarter Earned at least 27 credits during academic year (fall/winter/spring) Have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA Have declared his major if he has over 75 credits Have completed at least 40% of his degree requirements

35 Pop Quiz! After watching Hannah and Jill help their lacrosse team win a big game, Bob the Booster offers to take them out to Crimson & Gold for a congratulatory dinner. What should Hannah and Jill do? Is this ever a permissible activity?

36 Answer Thank Bob for his generosity, but graciously decline and explain it is against NCAA rules to accept a free meal from a booster. An occasional meal from a booster is only permitted if it is provided in the individual s home and has been approved in advance by the Compliance Office. Only way this arrangement would be permissible is if Hannah and Jill were to provide their own transportation and pay for their own meals.

37 Pop Quiz! Jacqlyn is signed up to take INFO 1010 and has a $250 charge on her account for the Microsoft Certification fee. Does she need to pay this charge or is it covered by her scholarship?

38 Answer She must pay this fee! Course fees cannot be covered by an athletics scholarship, even a full athletic scholarship. Reminder: DO NOT ignore charges on your account by assuming your scholarship will cover them. When in doubt, ask Compliance!

39 Ask Before You Act! Cynthia Rail Associate AD for Compliance Brian Carey Assistant Director of Compliance