DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS

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1 STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS Property of : Address: Phone #: In case of emergency, please notify: Name: Phone #:

2 MESSAGE FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR BRYAN COLLINS Dear Student Athlete: At LIU Post, the student-athlete is encouraged to develop academically, athletically and socially in an environment where the foremost goal is the successful completion of the University s academic requirements for graduation. LIU Post s athletic programs and operating principles are consistent with the University s high standards of academic scholarship, leadership, integrity and sportsmanship. This handbook was created to help you better understand your role as a student-athlete within the Campus. As stipulated in the LIU Post Ethos Statement, you will be challenged to strive for excellence, to become visible men and women in service to others, and to develop talents of a well-rounded student-athlete. Our student-athletes will contribute positively to the Campus through their words, actions and commitments. LIU Post student-athletes will support each other and create a community characterized by respect, caring, responsibility, accountability and honesty. LIU Post student-athletes will follow all departmental and team rules, as well as, the LIU Post Student Code of Conduct. On behalf of the entire Athletic Department staff, we look forward to providing each of you with the finest athletic and academic experiences. Together we can achieve greatness! Best Wishes and Post Pride, Bryan Collins Bryan Collins Athletic Director/Head Football Coach

3 LIU POST ATHLETICS MISSION STATEMENT Intercollegiate athletics is a key component to the success of Long Island University. The Intercollegiate Athletics Program at LIU Post develops leadership skills, personal character, discipline and competitiveness in an environment where the foremost goal is academic achievement and the successful completion of the University s academic achievement and the successful completion of the University s academic requirements for graduation. It is our mission to have this University represented by men and women whose behavior reflects positive achievement on the university while making progress in academic performances. We will continue to field competitive teams composed of dedicated and skilled athletes and staff. We want to be recognized as an athletic leader among peer universities while maintaining an ethical, non-discriminatory and wellmanaged department. We want to provide, expand and maintain our intercollegiate athletic facilities to accommodate the varsity, intramural and recreational needs of the student body. Each student-athlete is a representative of the University and LIU Post, and will conform to the letter and spirit of all rules and regulations, including those contained in the Campus Ethos Statement, and will reflect the University s commitment to excellence and access. The Intercollegiate Athletics Program strives to offer a wide range of opportunities in an environment that encourages diversity; remain responsive to student, faculty and public interests; inspire the belief that the success of the overall department is greater than that of the individual team; and create an enduring source of pride for student-athletes, alumni and the greater communities in which the program is a part. The Program endorses the following Foundations of Athletics Excellence: Leadership Accountability Pride Competitiveness Integrity Service Respect Commitment Sportsmanship

4 ATHLETICS at LIU POST Marie Guarnieri Admin. Assistant BRYAN COLLINS Athletic Director/ Head Football Coach Lloyd Ribner Asst. Athl. Director/Recruit ment Ian Schraier S.I.D. G.A Sports Info Michael Stainkamp Asst. S.I.D. Shawn McNamara Head Athletic Trainer Debbie DeJong Assoc. Director/ E SWA/ Compliance Brian Hughes Assoc. Director/ Business Mgr./ Asst. Football Bob Sugar Equipment Mgr. Jamie Apicella Assoc. Director/ Facilities/ Softball Kathy Renton Athletic Trainer G.A. Compliance Jim Gibbons Assistant Football Frank Vitolo Asst. Andreas Lindberg Men s Soccer Robert Tirado Athletic Trainer Deirdre Moore Academics/ Women s Basketball Jon Gill Assistant Football John Jez Purchasing/ Men s Lacrosse Mark Dawson Women s Soccer Michael Humbrecht Athletic Trainer Darrel Bielawski Tennis Erik Smiles Men s Basketball Pat Slevin X-Country/ Track & Field Tom Kane Golf Athletic Trainer G.A. Athletic Training Raenee Savin Field Hockey Maureen Travers Swimming Meghan McNamara SAAC Advisor/ Women s Lacrosse Mike Gaffney Eligibility Coord./Baseball Joe Patrovich Wrestling Melissa Harris Spec. Events/ Game Day Ops. Shellane Ogoshi Volleyball Mike Corona Fencing (Rev. 6/2015)

5 N.C.A.A. DIVISION II STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY LIU Post, has enjoyed its association with the N.C.A.A. as a Division II member since the division's inception. The N.C.A.A. operational manual contains the following statement of philosophy for Division II membership. It is not a binding statement but one of thoughtful meaning that provides guidance to the membership. In addition to the purposes and fundamental policy of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, as set forth in Constitution 1, members of Division II believe that a well-conducted intercollegiate athletics program, based on sound educational principles and practices, is a proper part of the educational mission of a university or college and that the educational well-being and academic success of the participating student-athlete is of primary concern. (Revised: 1/14/08 effective 8/1/08) Higher education has lasting importance on an individual's future success. For this reason, the positioning statement for the division and the emphasis for the student-athlete experience in Division II is a comprehensive program of learning and development in a personal setting. The Division II approach provides growth opportunities through academic achievement, learning in high-level athletics competition and development of positive societal attitudes in service to community. The balance and integration of these different areas of learning provide Division II student-athletes a path to graduation while cultivating a variety of skills and knowledge for life ahead. Members support the following attributes in the belief that these attributes assist in defining the division's priorities and emphasize the division's position within the Association: Learning; Service; Passion; Sportsmanship; Resourcefulness; and Balance. The positioning statement and the attributes shall serve as a guide for the preparation of legislation by the division and for planning and implementation of programs, initiatives and policies by member institutions, conferences and the Division II governance structure. Furthermore, a member of Division II believes in a set of common features, which assist in defining the division. Such features include exceptional teacher-to-student ratios that provide student-athletes with a quality education, a unique model of staffing in which coaches provide additional services such as teaching and mentoring, and the development of community partnerships and student-athlete participation in community engagement activities. For More Information, go to and click on Legislation and Governance, then About Division II. TITLE IX Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 (20 U.S.C et. Seq.) is a federal Civil rights statute which prohibits discrimination on the bases of sex in education programs receiving federal funds. Athletics is considered an integral part of an institution s education program and is, therefore, covered by this law. The Title IX regulation provides that if an institution sponsors an athletics program, it must provide equal opportunities for both males and females. It requires that an institution must 1) effectively accommodate the athletics interests and abilities of men and women to the extend necessary to provide equal athletics opportunities; 2) provide athletic scholarship dollars in proportion to the participation of men and women in the intercollegiate athletics program; and 3) comply with 11 other program areas. I. Accommodation of Interests and Abilities Three part test. One of the three criteria listed below must be met: 1. Provide sport participation opportunities for women and men proportionate to undergraduate student enrollment; 2. Demonstrate a history and continuing practice of program

6 expansion for the underrepresented sex; 3. Fully and effectively accommodate the interests and abilities of the underrepresented sex. II. III. Athletic Scholarships Total scholarship dollars are to be awarded to each sex in proportion to their participation rates in intercollegiate athletics (i.e., if 55% of the participants are men and 45% are women, then 55% of the scholarship dollars are to be awarded to men and 45% to women. Other Program Areas 1. Equipment and supplies. 2. Scheduling of games and practice times. 3. Travel and per diem allowances. 4. Tutoring opportunities. 5. Assignment and compensation of coaches. 6. Locker rooms, practice and competitive facilities. 7. Medical and training facilities and services. 8. Housing and dining facilities. 9. Publicity. 10. Support services. 11. Recruiting. LIU POST ATHLETICS CODE OF CONDUCT Student-athletes, coaches and staff associated with NCAA member institutions should reflect the highest standards of honesty and integrity for the conduct of intercollegiate athletics. As we strive to fulfill the educational mission, we share the right and a responsibility to preserve order and encourage ethical, responsible behavior through the formulation of standards of conduct for student-athletes, coaches and staff. It is imperative that we recognize the significance of one s behavior as visible members of the Campus and local communities. The same attention, however, should also inspire the institution to assure that its student-athletes (and staff) receive the same treatment as other students to disciplinary and criminal matters. Intercollegiate athletics cannot be viewed as a refuge where student-athletes and staff may escape responsibilities imposed on the general population nor should they be held to a higher standard of conduct than that imposed on the campus community as a whole. LIU POST ATHLETICS CODE OF ETHICS In offering a program of intercollegiate athletics, the following code of ethics should be used as a guideline for all student-athletes, coaches and support staff. Violations of this code can be considered a basis for sanctions. The purpose of this code is to provide standards for student-athletes, coaches, athletic administrators and other staff associated with intercollegiate athletics. Student-Athletes taking part in the intercollegiate athletic programs at LIU Post are required to do the following: I. Comply with the NCAA rules and regulations already established; II. Maintain academic standards as established by the Campus for all students; III. Comply with eligibility standards of the Campus and NCAA before participating in the intercollegiate athletics program; IV. Demonstrate high sportsmanship and proper conduct standards while participating in the intercollegiate athletics program;

7 V. Refrain from further participation in the intercollegiate athletics program while existing and/or physical impairments that could jeopardize the student-athlete s health; VI. Conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on themselves, their teammates and LIU Post; VII. Refrain from illegal gambling activities on or off the Campus property; student-athletes and staff have additional requirements under the NCAA legislation; VIII. Refrain from the use of any tobacco product; IX. Refrain from the use of all illegal drugs; and X: Refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages regardless of age at any event sanctioned by the NCAA or by the University, including but not limited to extended travel. GRIEVANCE POLICY If a student-athlete has a complaint or concern that is affecting the quality of the experience of the individual or team, it should first be brought to the attention of the head coach. When all attempts with the coach have been exhausted, then the student-athlete can bring their complaint or concern to the Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) and the Associate Athletics Director for the specific sport. Our philosophy is that complaints should follow a logical path from those most immediately responsible to those who have a more comprehensive responsibility. As necessary, senior members of the athletics department administration will become involved to mediate any and all grievances. RESPECT: IT S THE NAME OF THE GAME ECC Initiative The entire East Coast Conference Community - Presidents, Faculty Athletic Representatives, Athletic Directors, Senior Woman Administrators, Conference Administrators, Coaches and Staff members as well as student-athletes - are dedicated to a positive, competitive environment where good sportsmanship is continually expected and promoted. Members of the East Coast Conference believe that one of the vital elements of an intercollegiate athletic program is to serve as a model for fans, spectators, students, community members and others regarding respectful and sportsmanlike behavior in athletic settings. The East Coast Conference expects all spectators, team members and institutional representatives to treat opponents and officials with respect. Trash talking, baiting, taunting, vulgar, sexist, racial or profane language, celebrations that humiliate opponents, intimidating actions, fighting or attempts to injure, or any other malicious or violent conduct that is directed at spectators, officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representatives will not be tolerated and may be penalized by contest or campus officials and/or the conference. Conference member institutions have the responsibility to provide safe venues for all contests that are hosted and are expected to provide adequate supervision and security so that student-athletes, coaches, spectators and others can enjoy the event. The Conference and its members do not wish to take away the fun and enthusiasm that accompany athletic contests and exciting plays. However, negative, unruly and dangerous behaviors will not be tolerated and may result in removal from a competition site. The East Coast Conference encourages sportsmanship and hopes spectators and others will demonstrate respect and will cheer for their favorite team and not against any team or individual. SPORTSMANSHIP The NCAA and all its member conferences are very concerned about student-athletes behavior before, during and after competition. The NCAA Principle of Sportsmanship and Ethical Conduct states that student-athletes should adhere to such fundamental values as respect, fairness, civility, honesty and responsibility. These values should be manifest in not only the athletics participation but also in the broad spectrum of activities affecting the athletics program.

8 The athletic department and the conferences our programs are affiliated with (ECC, PSAC, etc.), do not condone poor sportsmanship or unsportsmanlike behavior by any student-athlete. Unsportsmanlike conduct includes, but not limited to: physical and verbal acts that would incite spectators or studentathletes; threatening gestures or words; obscenities; race, religious, nationality, or sex-based statements whether spoken, signed, gestured, written, or printed; public criticism of officials, or confrontations between officials and student-athletes. Proper Conduct Standards: To represent yourself and LIU Post with pride, honor, proper conduct and good sportsmanship To comply with the rulings of the officials and in no way, either by voice, gesture, or action demonstrate dissatisfaction with the final decision To treat officials and opponents with respect at all times; and To honor visiting teams and spectators as guests and behave respectfully when visiting another university Violations of the sportsmanship rules may result in sanctions imposed by your coach, the Director of Athletics, or the University. TEAM TRAVEL All the athletic teams, student-athletes and staff are all representatives of LIU Post and its athletic program. All student-athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible and appropriate manner at all times during team travel, including dress attire. Student-athletes are responsible for all personal expenses, equipment and work missed in their academic classes as a result of the team s travel. Prior to leaving campus for team travel, student-athletes are responsible to discuss with their professors their competition schedules and make arrangements to complete class assignments and lectures missed. Student-athletes are responsible for the class they missed and all work needs to be completed in accordance with the student/faculty agreement. Also, on team travel, student-athletes are expected to adhere to the travel curfew set by the Head Coach. All alcohol and drug policies apply to student-athletes at all times during all away trips. Student-athletes are expected to travel with their team at all times. Only if approved by the athletic administration, prior to the departure from campus, can a student-athlete be released to their parent or guardian. ALCOHOL POLICY Student-athletes shall refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages during the practice and playing season, and while representing LIU Post at competitive events or official social events related to competition. Each program s alcohol policy is specified further in Team Rules and Regulations. The LIU Post Department of Athletics does not tolerate or condone the use and/or possession of alcohol by student-athletes. The use of alcohol is not permitted at any athletics related function, on a day or overnight trip, or on any team travel vehicle. Any student-athlete caught consuming or in possession of alcoholic beverages in any manner may be disciplined by the head coach and/or the Director of Athletics. TOBACCO POLICY As per the NCAA rules, the use of tobacco products is prohibited by all game personnel, including student-athletes, staff, athletic trainers, etc., during practice and competition. Sanctions will be made by the head coach and/or Director of Athletics. HAZING POLICY Hazing is defined as any action or conduct, on or off the campus, with or without consent which is recklessly, intentionally, or unintentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student,

9 or creates risk of injury or cause discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, humiliation or ridicule or which willfully destroys or removes public or private property, for the purpose of initiation, admission or affiliation with or as a condition for continued membership, in any organization, team or other group whether recognized by the University or not. Hazing activities include, but are not limited to the following activities: whipping, beating, padding, branding, calisthenics, running, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of food, alcohol, or drugs or any other substances, sleep deprivation, forced exclusion from social contact, nudity or coerced sexual activity. Violation of our no hazing policy will mean serious action that will be taken by the Director of Athletics, which based on evidence and circumstances, may result in expulsion from the athletics programs. GAMBLING It is not permissible for athletics staff members or student-athletes to participate in sports wagering that involves a sport with an NCAA championship, on the collegiate or professional level. Participation in gambling, sports wagering, or bribery, even in the most minor fashion, will jeopardize your athletics career. Involvement in these types of activities may have severe results, not only for the individual, but for the LIU Post Athletics Department and University. Gambling, sports wagering and bribery behaviors include, but are not limited to: Providing information to any individuals (including students and non-students) involved in organized gambling activities concerning intercollegiate athletic competitions. Such information might include the mental attitude of a team or certain members of a team, the physical condition of certain individuals on a team, etc.; Asking if someone wants to bet on any intercollegiate or professional team with anyone; Accepting a bet by anyone or any team representing LIU Post or any other intercollegiate or professional team; Intentionally altering the results of an athletic contest in which you are participating in, in exchange for money or gifts; Accepting any money or gifts from a fan for a game well-played. Any knowledge of a student-athlete s involvement in any of the above activities should be reported immediately to the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance. SOCIAL NETWORKING POLICY The varsity sport programs at LIU Post have set a high standard for commitment, achievement and character. The LIU Post students who choose to join these athletic programs choose to make sacrifices and accept the responsibility of representing LIU Post. An LIU Post student-athlete represents LIU Post, at all times, on and off the playing surface, in and out of season. Appropriate public conduct and representation is expected at all times. The evolution of technology has allowed external communications and relationships with people throughout the world. Unfortunately, along with this ability has come the downside of having these communications turned against the people who made them, with at times, embarrassing results to the athlete, his/her team and institution. While the Department of Athletics is reluctant to censor anyone, we implore the student-athletes to be mindful of the material posted to personal profiles and pages on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.

10 This information is public and therefore offers no expectation of privacy. Given this reality, some executives as part of the hiring process and graduate school admissions officers as part of the admissions process are reviewing personal webpages, Facebook and Twitter accounts on these sites and making decisions based on what they see and read. Similarly, with the explosion of online forums and chat rooms, especially those specific to any number of sports, it is important to be very guarded about information that should remain private among team members. Often, information is overheard or taken by a third person and then posted to any number of websites, and these postings often manifest themselves into legitimate media stories. Information, such as team injuries, position changes, strategies, comments about wins/losses, frustrations, etc. have found their way into the public domain before they were intended to because of these websites. Remember, since these are public domains, even when set to private, think before you post something. Use sound judgment and be mindful that the material posted to a website, no matter how private it may seem, may become public and be detrimental to your future and damaging to the reputation of your team and the University. The head coach, FAR and the Associate Athletics Director will be invoked in cases where sound judgment is not used and material is posted that poorly represents LIU Post Athletics and the University. SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY Sexual Harassment is defined as any behavior which constitutes unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favors or any verbal, written or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual s employment or academic work or achievement; Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for employment or academic decisions affecting that individual; Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working educational environment. Members of the University, students and non-students, who make false and malicious complaints of sexual harassment, as opposed to complaints which even if erroneous, are made in good faith, will be subject to disciplinary action. Sexual harassment is illegal under Federal, State and City laws, and will not be tolerated within the Athletic Department and University. ACADEMICS Education should be the student-athlete s first priority to our University during the student-athlete s tenure at LIU Post. To be eligible to compete in intercollegiate athletic programs at our University, you need to follow and abide by the NCAA and University requirements. All members of the LIU Post community are entrusted with the responsibility to uphold and promote academic honesty. The University views any form of cheating or plagiarism as a very serious matter. Responsibilities as a student-athlete in the classroom are, but not limited to: Attend class. Arrive to class on time and do not leave early. Be prepared for each class and take notes. Notify professors in advance when competition requires you to be absent from class. In advance, make the necessary arrangements to make up the assignments and lectures you miss in each class, due to competition. Treat professors and other university faculty and staff with respect. Be attentive in each class and participate in discussions.

11 **It is not permissible to miss class because of practice activities** LIU PROMISE The LIU Promise is our commitment to ensuring students have the right tools, guidance and support to achieve their goals. First year students will be assigned an LIU Promise Success Coach who will work with them from pre-enrollment through graduation. A LIU Promise Success Coach is the one point of contact for everything a student needs from academic and career counseling to campus activities to financial aid. The LIU Promise commitment: Fast-track the enrollment process Help students select the right major Find the right scholarships for students Construct a financial plan to fund their education Introduce students to our vibrant campus life Identify internships and study-abroad opportunities Create an e-portfolio to showcase student work Launch a successful career by connecting students with employers before graduation Website: STUDENT-ATHLETE S RESPONSIBILITIES The varsity sport programs at LIU Post, have set a high standard for commitment, achievement and character. The LIU Post students who choose to join these athletic programs choose to make sacrifices and accept the responsibility of representing LIU Post. Student-athletes are subject to NCAA, ECC, NE-10 (football and field hockey), ECAC, University, Campus, Athletic Department and team policies during their tenure at LIU Post. Student-athletes are responsible to acquaint themselves with the rules and regulations of each unit and if they have any concerns or questions, to take the initiative to get the answers. All student-athletes must attend all mandatory and scheduled meetings ran by the Campus and the Athletics Department to become acquainted with the major policies and procedures they are expected to follow. Prior to participation in intercollegiate competition, all student-athletes will attend a team meeting to discuss various NCAA rules affecting their eligibility for practice and competition. ELIGIBILITY FOR PRACTICE AND COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS 1. All student-athletes must be examined and cleared by the team s physician every year. 2. All student-athletes must be certified eligible before they may practice or compete. 3. Freshmen must be certified eligible by the NCAA Eligibility Center. 4. All student-athletes must be enrolled in 12 or more credits per semester academically, progressing toward the completion of your degree at the appropriate rate. Graduate studentathletes must be enrolled in 9 or more credits. (Ask Compliance Staff about the exceptions of credit hours for your final semester in completion of degree.) 5. New Eligibility Legislation Starting Spring 2016: (All student-athletes that are enrolled full-time in the Spring 2016 semester are included in this new legislation): All student-athletes must complete 9 credits or more per semester academically, progressing toward the completion of your degree at the appropriate rate, in order to be eligible to participate athletically the following semester. 6. All student-athletes must achieve the minimum cumulative grade-point average, based on the NCAA regulations and the University s requirements, at the end of each semester. 7. All student-athletes must declare a major at the start of their fifth semester. 8. All student-athletes must sign and return the following forms:

12 NCAA Student-Athlete Statement NCAA Drug Testing Consent Form Institutional Drug Testing Consent Form Sickle Cell Trait Testing Medical Insurance Form Medical History Forms Team Policy Contract established by the Head Coach If you have any questions or concerns regarding eligibility and the NCAA rules and regulations, please contact the Compliance Staff. STUDENT-ATHLETE ATHLETICS GRANT OFFER SUMMARY OF PRINCIPLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. The award must conform to the rules and regulations set forth by the institution and the NCAA. 2. Athletics financial aid may be rewarded for any term during which the student-athlete is in regular attendance as an undergraduate student with eligibility remaining (as per NCAA Bylaw ). 3. Maximum permissible financial aid may not exceed those elements defined in NCAA Bylaw A student-athlete may receive financial assistance only if it is administered by the institution, received from anyone upon whom the student-athlete is naturally or legally dependent, or received permissible outside sources per NCAA Bylaw Studentathletes should ask their coach or the compliance administrator at the awarding institution about other important NCAA rules applicable to non-institutional aid that may impact whether it can be received. 5. When athletically-related financial aid is awarded to a student-athlete, such aid combined with other institutional financial aid the student-athlete receives may not exceed the value of a full grant-in-aid or the need of the student-athlete. INSTITUTIONAL FINANCIAL AID RENEWAL/NONRENEWAL POLICY Aid based in any degree on athletics ability cannot be awarded in excess of one academic year; the decision of whether a student-athlete is awarded institutional financial aid is made on a yearby-year or term-by-term basis, depending on the regulations of the institution. Academic Ineligibility and Nonrenewal of Grant-In-Aid Policy: If deemed ineligible academically at the end of the academic year, the student-athlete may risk losing their athletic scholarship. If a student-athlete is receiving institutional financial aid based in any degree on athletics ability, the institution must notify the student-athlete in writing on or before July 1, whether the aid has been renewed or not renewed for the next academic year. This written notification comes from the institution's financial aid authority and not from the athletics department. If the institution decides not to renew the aid or is going to reduce the aid, the institution must notify the student-athlete in writing that he or she has the right to a hearing. This hearing is held before the institutional agency making the award. Initiation of an appeal must be submitted within 14 days of the notification of the reduced or nonrenewal of institutional financial aid. The appeal goes to the Academic Advisory Committee. Keep in mind that the decision to renew or not renew the financial aid is left to the discretion of the institution, to be determined with its normal practices for students generally.

13 Institutional Aid MAY BE REDUCED OR CANCELLED during the period of this award if this recipient: 1. Renders himself/herself ineligible for intercollegiate competition for any reason; 2. Fraudulently misrepresents any information on an application, letter of intent, or financial aid agreement. NCAA Bylaw states that if a student-athlete is awarded institutional financial aid on the basis of declaring intention to participate in a particular sport by signing a letter of intent, application to tender, action on the part of the grantee not to participate (either by not reporting for practice or after making only token appearances as determined by the institution) would constitute fraudulent misrepresentation of information on the grantee s application, letter of intent or financial aid agreement and would permit the institution to cancel or reduce the financial aid. 3. Engages in serious misconduct warranting substantial disciplinary penalty. (An institution may reduce or cancel the financial aid of a student-athlete who is found to have engaged in misconduct by the university s regular student disciplinary authority, even if the loss-of-aid requirement does not apply to the student body in general); or 4. Voluntarily withdraws from a sport for personal reasons. Institutional Aid MAY NOT BE REDUCED OR CANCELLED during the period of this award FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: 1. On the basis of a student s athletic ability, performance or contribution to a team s success. 2. Because of an injury that prevents the student from participating in athletics; or 3. For any other athletically-related reason. DEFINITION OF REDSHIRT Definition: Redshirt is a delay or suspension of an athlete's participation in order to lengthen their period of eligibility. In a redshirt year, student-athletes may attend classes at the college or university, practice with an athletic team, and dress for play but may not compete in games. Using this mechanism, a student-athlete has up to five academic years to use the four years of eligibility, thus becoming a fifth-year senior. During a redshirt year, if a student-athlete plays in any competition, they lost their opportunity to redshirt that academic year. If you are a medical redshirt, please communicate with our Compliance Office. If a student-athlete redshirts, regardless if they receive an Athletic Grant-In-Aid, there is no guarantee that the student-athlete will receive any Athletic Grant-In-Aid in all their years they are eligible to play collegiate sports. If a student-athlete redshirts, they are still responsible to comply with their specific team Team policies, the Athletic Department Policies, NCAA Policies and University Policies. RECRUITING Acting as a student host is an important service to the institution and the athletics department. Appropriate conduct is required of the student host by institution, conference and NCAA standards: A. The student host must be enrolled at this institution. If the host is a freshman student at a Division I or II institution, the host must have been a high-school qualifier. B. A maximum or $30 per day may be provided to cover the entertainment expenses of the host, the prospect, and the prospect s parents, legal guardians or spouse. The host may be provided with an additional $15 per day for each additional prospect entertained by the host. C. No cash may be given to the visiting prospect or anyone else. D. The host may not use entertainment funds to purchase, or otherwise provide the prospect with, gifts of value (e.g., souvenirs or clothing).

14 E. The host may not use vehicles provided by any institution staff member or booster of the athletic interests. F. The host may not transport the prospect or anyone accompanying the prospect more than 30 miles from the campus. G. The host should not allow recruiting conversations to occur, on or off campus if Division I and off campus if Division II, between the prospect and a booster of the athletics program. (If an unplanned meeting occurs, only an exchange of greetings is permissible.) H. The prospect shall not be allowed to participate in any athletics activity involving or related to the sport for which the prospect is being recruited without prior permission. I. The host may receive a complimentary admission (not a hard ticket) when accompanying a prospect to a campus athletics event. J. The host is responsible for turning in any receipt and/or remaining cash from the funds advanced. This should be done after the recruiting period has ended. K. The host may not participate in the consumption or have the recruit consume any alcoholic beverages or use illegal drugs. EAST COAST CONFERENCE INTRACONFERENCE TRANSFER AGREEMENT GENERAL RULE: Effective August 1, 2011, a student-athlete who has been included on an eligibility list of a member institution and transfers to a second member institution shall not be eligible for intercollegiate athletic competition at the second member institution in the same sport until that studentathlete has fulfilled a residence requirement of one full academic year, as defined by NCAA regulations, at the second member institution. The student-athlete may receive athletically related aid and practice at the second institution provided the applicable NCAA regulations have been satisfied during the year in residence, but would not be eligible for competition. Exceptions to this policy are noted below. Note that student-athletes who meet an ECC transfer exception must still meet one of the NCAA transfer exceptions laid out in bylaw (ie: One-Time Transfer Exception) in order to avoid being subject to the NCAA residence requirement. In all cases involving a transfer, schools must meet the requirements of NCAA Bylaw in regards to contacting prospective student-athletes enrolled at other institutions. An Intraconference Transfer Release form must be completed for every student-athlete who transfers from one ECC school to another whether or not they meet one of the following exceptions to this policy. This policy shall apply only to the transfer of student-athletes in sports that the conference sponsors. Exceptions: 1. This shall not apply to transfer of student-athletes from an institution that discontinues a conference sport. 2. This shall not apply to the transfer of student-athletes from an institution that discontinues the student-athlete s major, as verified by official transcript and note from the registrar s office. 3. This shall not apply to an athletic scholarship student-athlete who transfers to compete in a different conference sport. If the student-athlete upon transferring wishes to participate in the original sport, than s/he must serve a year in residence at the second member institution. 4. This shall not apply to a student-athlete who does not receive athletically related financial aid at the original institution. 5. This shall not apply to a student-athlete whose athletically related financial aid was not renewed by the original institution, unless the non-renewal was for disciplinary reasons. 6. This shall not apply to a student who has graduated from the original institution and wishes to go to another conference institution to pursue their graduate degree. If the student-athlete does not meet one of the abovementioned exceptions, s/he must sit a year in residence at the second member institution.

15 The ECC Ethics and Eligibility Committee shall have the authority to grant waivers from this policy for extraordinary circumstances (e.g., death of spouse/parent, exceptional health needs) if requested by the student-athlete. In all cases, if a student- athlete is granted a waiver or meets and or meets an exception, s/he must also meet all applicable NCAA eligibility requirements to be eligible to compete. SPORTS MEDICINE The Athletics Sports Medicine staff consists of a head trainer and three assistant athletic trainers, various graduate assistants and work study students. The health care team of the Sports Medicine Department consists of a staff of physicians, including general practitioners and orthopedic surgeons, and many consultants, such as oral surgeons, psychologists, physical therapists, chiropractors and a nutritionist. LIU Post is proud to provide athletic trainer coverage for all sports, practices and games. The Athletics Sports Medicine Staff is dedicated to providing effective health care to the studentathletes through injury prevention, recognition, treatment and rehabilitation. The main training room is located on the ground floor of the Field House adjacent to the stadium. The Office of Health Services and Counseling is open weekdays, in Room 154 on the lower level of the north end of the Life Science Building. MEDICAL POLICY The medical staff and athletic training staff will provide all student-athletes with annual evaluations and treatment of injuries, illnesses and other health-related problems. Student-athletes should refer all questions, problems or concerns to one of the athletic trainers. All LIU Post student-athletes are required to submit their health insurance policy information to the athletic trainer. If a student-athlete is not covered by any health insurance, they may purchase the university s insurance. In order to be eligible to compete, student-athletes must: Be examined and cleared by a physician every school year. Be cleared, in event of an injury, by the athletics trainer and/or team physician to participate in a practice or game. Complete and return ALL appropriate medical health and insurance forms to the athletic training room Complete and return the institutional Drug Testing consent form to the athletic training room. If a student-athlete becomes injured or ill while participating in a supervised conditioning program, practice or competition, they must report to the athletic training room for evaluation by a certified athletic trainer. The ATC will determine if further evaluation by a physician is needed and will coordinate the referral and paperwork. If the student-athlete is referred to a physician, he/she is responsible for bringing the appropriate medical forms back from the physician s office to the athletic training room. The studentathlete will not be cleared for participation until all forms are received. The University understands that there are many different insurance policies and the athletic training staff is aware of the increasing concerns about costs of medical care. The LIU-LIU Post University Intercollegiate Athletic Accident Insurance policy will provide secondary insurance coverage for injuries incurred by athletes who participate in intercollegiate sports. However, to take advantage of this coverage, the athlete must first file a claim for reimbursement under his/her primary insurance policy. The LIU Post athletic department coverage cannot be tapped in to until the student-athlete s primary policy has completed processing all medical expenses. Second, for an athlete to be covered by the LIU Post athletic department s secondary insurance policy, s/he may be seen only by authorized participants in the athletic department s sports medicine network. This network is comprised of a wide range of specialists from the local medical

16 community, who are dedicated to providing LIU Post athletes the best possible health care. Prior written authorization must be obtained from the LIU Post sports medicine staff by any athlete wishing to seek medical attention outside our network. Authorization will be granted only in cases where the athletic department s consulting physicians cannot provide the required care. Should an athlete choose to use third party providers without a proper referral from the LIU Post sports medicine staff, s/he will be responsible for any and all costs, from his/her private medical health insurance or personal financial resources. As a general matter, to expedite the medical claims process, it is imperative that all injuries incurred while participating in LIU Post intercollegiate athletics be brought to the immediate attention of the sports medicine staff. Failure to follow this procedure or departure from the LIU Post sports medicine network may result in unpaid insurance claims which then become the sole responsibility of the parent and/or athlete. Approved medical expenses will be submitted to the athlete s personal insurance company. Deductible costs or rejected claims from our authorized medical providers are then submitted for coverage under the LIU Post athletic insurance policy, by the athletic department. However, we must have a record of the bill or service as well as the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your primary insurance company before reasonable and customary unpaid charges can be reimbursed by our secondary insurance. Be aware that insurance coverage does not exist for missed appointment charges, late fees, over reasonable and customary charges, or bill collection charges. According to NCAA rules, certain medical expenses are specifically excluded from the athletic department s insurance policy coverage. Those exclusions include illness, pre-existing injury, out-of season injury, non-athletic related injuries, degenerative conditions and medical exams that aren t deemed necessary by the team physician. Again, as noted above, if a student-athlete decides to seek outside medical attention while under the care of the team physician and LIU Post sports medical network, s/he may do so, at his/her own expense. Finally, parents and athletes participating in a HMO insurance plan should be aware that not all policies cover sport injuries that occur out-of-state, unless those injuries are of an emergency nature. Please contact your insurance provider to determine what benefits exist and whether you can get out-of-state coverage for your son/daughter. If your insurance does not cover your dependents out of state sports activities, it may be prudent to investigate the LIU Post Student Accident and Health Insurance Plan. Before any student-athlete is allowed to participate in supervised practice in any intercollegiate sport, proof of insurance will be required. If you do not currently have a health insurance policy, LIU Post offers a Student Accident and Health Insurance Plan. Students must log on to to either enroll in this insurance plan or waive coverage if (and only if) they have ongoing coverage under their family s private health insurance plan. STUDENT-ATHLETE PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALITY All members of the LIU Post Sports Medicine Department are expected to respect an injured studentathlete s right to privacy. It is the responsibility of all personnel within the Sports Medicine Department to ensure that all patient information, personal, medical, or education related, remain confidential. Due to the varied number of staff personnel that may be involved with a student-athlete s case, it is essential that a policy of confidentiality be observed in order to maintain an atmosphere of mutual trust. It is illegal for any personnel to gain access to student-athlete information, through any and all means, unless the information is needed in order to treat the student-athlete, or because their job would require such access. All Sports Medicine Department personnel are expected to adhere to the Confidentiality Policy at all times.

17 GENERAL ATHLETICS TRAINING ROOM POLICIES To ensure proper and precise medical care and treatment, the following guidelines must be followed at all times. 1. Use of the athletics training room is strictly for student-athletes involved in the LIU Post intercollegiate athletics program. 2. Student-athletes are not permitted in the athletics training room without proper supervision. 3. Student-athletes must sign-in EVERY time they enter the athletics training room. 4. Student-athletes must report to the athletics training room for taping, treatment, and rehabilitation in proper attire (i.e. shorts, sweats, t-shirts, sports bras, etc.). 5. Unnecessary clothing and equipment (i.e. cleats, helmets, shoulder pads, gloves, balls, etc.) should not be brought into the athletics training room. These items should be left in the hall or in a locker. 6. Food and drinks are not permitted in the treatment and rehabilitation areas of the athletics training room. 7. Abusive and/or foul language, horseplay, loud talking, and/or loitering are not allowed in the athletics training room. 8. All student-athletes must shower before receiving treatments and/or aquatic therapy. 9. Shoes are not allowed on the treatment tables. 10. No cell phones allowed in training room. 11. No supplies are to be taken from the athletics training room without the permission of a staff athletics trainer. All equipment is to be signed-out before being removed. 12. Student-athletes are not to operate equipment and/or perform self-treatments. 13. Student-athletes are not permitted to use athletics training room phones, fax machines, copy machines, and/or computers under any circumstances. 14. All student-athletes are expected to strictly adhere to the rules and regulations at all times. Failure to comply with the rules and regulations may result in disciplinary sanctions. REHABILITATION & TREATMENTS All treatments will be done in the Field House Athletics Training Room Monday through Friday, 10 AM-2 PM, for all student-athletes. Injured student-athletes are to coordinate a treatment time with the staff athletics trainer assigned to their sport. Student-athletes who arrive late or do not show for a treatment will be reported to his/her coach. An injured student-athlete should come in daily for treatment until their ATC has cleared them. STUDENT-ATHLETE DRUG TESTING PROGRAM A great deal of attention is currently being focused on the abuse of drugs by student-athletes. Consistent with the health and safety principles of the NCAA and LIU Post s Sports Medicine Department is committed to protecting the health and safety of its student-athletes and providing a safe environment for each participant. The Sports Medicine Staff is responsible for recognition of drug use and abuse among student-athletes and the need for drug counseling. We are responsible for the education, testing and referral to proper counseling of our athletes. It has been shown that unannounced drug testing helps to direct counseling services to those student-athletes that need them the most. The following policy represents the LIU Post s drug education and testing policy, which is separate and distinct from the NCAA drug-testing program (including all sanction phases). Information regarding the NCAA drug- testing program along with a list of banned substances is available at The drug testing and screening program is regarded as a preventative measure for a potential serious illness. In order to help us achieve this goal we have implemented a screening program and have outlined the disciplinary actions to be followed in the event of a positive drug test.

18 Objectives: 1. To educate student-athletes regarding the usage and effects of controlled substances on the athlete, and his/her team and teammates. 2. To prevent the use or abuse of illegal drugs by the student-athlete before, during, and after the official season in each sport. 3. To provide counseling and treatment to student-athletes that needs it. 4. To maintain the integrity of the athletic program. Testing Procedure: 1. Upon signature of this form, all LIU Post student-athletes will be subject to random drug testing throughout the entire calendar year. 2. The Sports Medicine department will determine the dates and time of random testing. 3. Student-athletes will be chosen at random by Aegis Sciences Corporation, and may be tested more than once regardless of the results. The SA could also be chosen under reasonable suspicion. Reasonable cause testing may take place for a specific SA whose behavior has caused a reasonable suspicion suggesting use of a banned drug. Reasonable suspicion means that a member of the sports medicine staff, coaching staff and /or athletics administration has received information from a verifiable source regarding a SA s use of a banned substance. A reasonable suspicion reporting form will be used for all reasonable suspicion cases. 4. Notification will come from a member of the sports medicine department no more than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the test. Student-athletes may be expected to report for a test directly from team events / classes. 5. The student-athlete will arrive to the testing site on time and may be required to present his/her LIU student ID card or driver s license to the collector. 6. The student-athlete (SA) selects a test kit, opens it and takes the bottle and cap to the lavatory with a collector. 7. The SA will wash their hands. 8. A same gender staff member will go to the test site lavatory where the SA will be observed voiding into a collection cup. 9. Once the sample is approved by the athletic trainer, the specimen will be poured into a collection kit chosen by the SA and sealed. 10. If the sample is not approved the SA will stay until an approved sample can be given. 11. Chain of Custody forms will be completed and lab bar code labels will be placed on the bottle and forms. 12. The forms are placed into a sealed box and shipped to the lab. Procedure for Positive Test Results: A test is considered positive if banned substances are present in the sample. If the banned substance is a prescription drug and the prescription is not in the athlete s file before the athlete is notified of the test, the sample will be treated as a positive. The lab will notify the Head Athletic Trainer of a positive test result. The Head Athletic Trainer will then unlock the codebook containing the individual code number of each athlete tested. The Head Athletic Trainer will notify the athlete of the results and a meeting will be set up with him/her, the Head Athletic Trainer, and the Athletic Director. All persons connected with the administration of this program, including the Director of Athletics, Athletic Trainers, coaches, and staff, are bound by the strictest standards of confidentiality with respect to any and all information made available to them as a result of this program.

19 First Positive Drug Test: Sanctions for a Positive Drug Test 1. The Student-Athlete, Athletic Director will be notified by the Head Athletic Trainer. 2. The Student-Athlete is responsible for notifying their parent(s) or guardian. 3. There will be a meeting with the Student-Athlete, Athletic Director and Head Athletic Trainer, and coach. 4. There will be a minimum 20% suspension of team s regular season contests and possible reduction or cancellation of scholarship. (Prior judicial and incidents will be considered). Example- If team plays 20 games, athlete is suspended for 4 games. 5. Counseling with on campus services will be required by the Athletic Department. 6. Student-Athlete will be required to complete 10 hours of community service. 7. A re-test may randomly be performed every month, year round, for the remainder of the athlete s career at LIU Post. Second Positive Drug Test: 1. The Student-Athlete, Athletic Director and Head Coach will be notified by the Head Athletic Trainer. 2. The Student-Athlete is responsible for notifying their parent(s) or guardian. 3. There will be a meeting between the Student-Athlete, Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer, and Head Coach. 4. A one year suspension from all athletic participation along with loss of scholarship will occur immediately. 5. The Student-Athlete may petition for re-instatement after a successful re-test and a drug counseling program is completed outside the University. All expenses incurred are the responsibility of the Student-Athlete. Third Positive Drug Test: 1. Permanent dismissal from any athletic team and loss of scholarship. Athletes Who Fail To Show Up For A Scheduled Drug Test: 1. A Missed Drug Test = A Positive Drug Test 2. 20% suspension of team s regular season contests. 3. Second failure to report for testing will result in one-year suspension and loss of Scholarship. 4. Third failure to report for testing will result in dismissal from athletic team and loss of scholarship. Appeal Process For A Positive Test: Student- athletes, who test positive may, within seventy-two (72) hours following receipt of notice of the positive test, contest the finding. Upon the student-athlete s request for additional testing of the sample, the Head Athletic Trainer will formally request the SAMHSA certified laboratory to re-analyze to reconfirm the original positive finding. The cost of the re-test will be incurred by the student-athlete. The student-athlete may choose to be present (traveling at their own expense) for the re-analysis at the laboratory. If the student-athlete does not wish to be present but desires to be represented, arrangements will be made for a surrogate to attend. The student-athlete or surrogate will attest to the sample number prior to the laboratory conducting the re-analysis. The student-athlete or surrogate will not be involved with any other aspect of the analysis of the specimen. Re-analysis findings will be final. If the re-analysis test is negative, the first drug test will be considered negative. Student-athletes who test positive under the terms of the Drug Testing, Education and Counseling Policy will be entitled to a hearing with the Appeals Committee prior to the imposition of any

20 sanction. The Appeals Committee will be chaired by the Director of Athletics/designee and composed of the Head Athletic Trainer/designee, a Representative from Healthy Living, Faculty Athletic Representative, and Head Sport Coach. Requests for such a hearing must be made within seventy-two (72) 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. Requests must be in writing and received by the Director of Athletics by the time deadline. The student-athlete may have an advocate or other representative present. However, the student-athlete must present his or her own case. The meeting should take place no more than seventytwo (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, 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 positive drug test. The proceedings shall be confidential. The decision by the Appeals Committee regarding the sanction to be imposed shall be final. It is the belief of the administration of LIU Post that participation in intercollegiate athletics is a privilege and not a right. Since the University believes that implementation of this screening program is necessary to preserve the integrity of the Athletics Program, no student-athlete will be permitted to participate in any phase of intercollegiate athletic until he/she has agreed to the stipulations set forth in this program.

21 ATHLETIC TRAINING STAFF Staff Athletic Trainers Office Cell Number Shawn McNamara Kathy Renton Robert Tirado Michael Humbrecht Doctors/Consultants Title Number Address Richard J.D Agostino Michael J. Angel Dr. Goldstein Team Physician- Orthopedic Team Physician- Orthopedic Team Physician- Orthopedic (spine spec.) o c f o c f o c Dr. Horlick Doctor o c f NYIT Primary Care o f The Med Station General Sickness- Dr. Samuels Address (1): 600 Northern Blvd, Suite 300 Great Neck, NY Address (2): 750 South Broadway Hicksville, NY Froehlich Farm Blvd. Woodbury, NY Academic Care Center Northern Blvd. Old Westbury, NY Forest Ave. Glen Cove NY Bill Schwartz Physical Therapist Pro Sports Care of LI 5700 Merrick Rd. Massapequa, NY Rick Block Chiropractor o Hallie Zwibel, D. O. Dr. Adena Leder Primary Care Sports med & Concussion RTP Primary Care Sports med & Concussion RTP c o o NYIT College of Osteopathic Med., Serota Building, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury, NY NYIT College of Osteopathic Med., Serota Building, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury, NY 11568

22 RESPONSIBILITY FOR REPORTING INJURIES AND ILLNESSES As a student-athlete at LIU Post there are many athletic, academic, and community responsibilities of which I must comply. The most important responsibility that I have is my health. It is my responsibility as a student-athlete at LIU Post to notify my designated Athletic Trainer if I have any injuries or illnesses. In the event that my Athletic Trainer is not available, it is my responsibility to notify another member of the Sports Medicine Staff (Athletic Trainer, physician) if I have any injuries or illnesses. It is also my responsibility to follow all treatment and rehabilitation instructions, and if unable to comply with these instructions I must notify a member of the Sports Medicine Staff in a timely manner in order to appropriately adjust my treatment or rehabilitation plan to improve my compliance. During practice or competition, I acknowledge my responsibility and obligation to inform the nearest member of the LIU Post Sports Medicine Staff of any injury or illness that I may suffer during the activity. I will also allow any member of the Sports Medicine Staff to appropriately evaluate me in order to assess my ability to continue playing on that day. This obligation to inform the Sports Medicine Staff includes any direct or indirect hit to my head that causes a headache, dizziness, confusion, or any other symptoms. I will review the NCAA education materials on Concussion so I am familiar with concussion symptoms. If I am diagnosed with a concussion, I acknowledge that it is an essential part of my treatment plan after a concussion to honestly report any symptoms that may still be present. Failure to do so may lead to an increased risk for another concussion, a more severe injury which could lead to my death, or permanent negative effects on my brain function. If I have any questions or concerns regarding the Responsibility for Reporting Injuries and Illnesses policy I will communicate them with Shawn McNamara, Head Athletic Trainer or the Team Physician for LIU Post. Name: Date: Signature: Signature of Guardian (if under 18): Designated Athletic Trainer: SPORTS AND MEDIA INFORMATION The Athletic Media Relations Office (SID) is the primary contact for all press inquiries and communications with the news media and other interested groups about the athletics department, including interviews with student-athletes. The office produces, game-day programs, schedule cards, posters, news releases and featured stories as a part of its daily activities. The Athletic Media Relations Office also coordinates all player interviews. Never agree to a telephone interview unless arrangements have been coordinated through the Athletic Media Relations Office. The Media Relations Office will let you know when to expect authorized contact from media and other related individuals. If you receive an interview request, ask the media representative to make arrangements through the Athletic Media Relations Office. Each year, a student-athlete MUST complete a Student-Athlete Questionnaire, and sign it, in order to be publicized.

23 The Athletics Department encourages all student-athletes to follow these guidelines when speaking to the media: Acknowledge that you re part of a team. Every great running back needs a good offensive line, and easy baskets are usually the result of good defense. Be human. By being honest with everyone, media members and fans will see and learn of the you away from the game. Many sports personalities have very interesting stories to tell away from the game competition. Be sure you understand the reporter s question before answering it. Ask for clarification if necessary. Do not talk off the record. If you can t make a statement to the media on the record, it probably shouldn t be part of your conversation. Even off the record comments usually make their way into a story, since it may be left open to interpretation what is or is not off the record. Try not to be evasive, if possible. Answering no comment, will also raise suspicions. It is better to answer, I am not familiar enough with that issue to give a fair answer, or I d rather not discuss the subject. You may always refer a question to your coach or to the Athletic Media Relations Office. Organize your thoughts before a scheduled interview. Often a comment that seems innocent verbally looks different when it appears in print. If the general tone of the interview is such that you are uncomfortable continuing, please notify the Athletic Media Relations Office. Be on time for pre-arranged interviews. Always return calls arranged by the Athletic Media Relations Office at the appropriate and designated time. If you should encounter problems with scheduled interviews or phone calls, notify the Athletic Media Relations Office immediately. Do not become overly sensitive about a particular question or a particular story. With very few exceptions, reporters who cover our athletics program are fair and are not out to get somebody. Do not criticize your teammates or your coaches through the media. If you have concerns, share them with your teammates or your coach, not the public. Don t blame officials after a tough loss; you can t bring back the game, and you ll probably see the same officials at a later event. Appearance is important. If you look good for an interview, you ll probably sound good. Be confident and courteous, don t be arrogant. You re always on. It might be practice, it might be in the locker room, it might be on campus, it might be after a big game. Be aware that you re always on stage. POLICY ON PRE-GAME SOUNDTRACKS We realize the importance of music during pregame warm-ups as a way to get motivated for a contest or as a distraction from other things going on before the athletic event. However, there are some guidelines that need to be followed in order to make sure that the experience is positive for athletes, coaches, staff, and fans alike. Playlists (provided by team) will be used for all LIU Post athletic events. The Athletic Media Relations staff has the right to refuse the playing of any songs they deem inappropriate. Pregame: Pregame music typically begins playing an hour before home game start times. Teams who would like their pregame music played earlier should make arrangements with the sport s SID. During Games: Music played during games is at the discretion of the game operations and/or staff. Guidelines: You MUST submit your warm-up music no later than five days before the first home event for review. This review is done by the athletic media relations representative. Music that is not submitted on time for approval will not be guaranteed to be played for the first home contest.

24 NO Swear Words (any language). Also avoid songs with lyrics that describe lewd or unacceptable conduct, even if they don t contain swear words. Playlists will be returned to the team if they do not meet the criteria. If a song is edited, the edit must be such that what the person is singing is not apparent. The volume must be kept at a level so that people in the vicinity can still carry on conversations with normal voices. Suggestions for Making a Warm-up Mix If you enjoy listening to music that most fans wouldn t want to listen to, put that music at the beginning, and make the music more fan-friendly as you go along, as the majority of fans come within the half-hour before the event. Put together a mix that you won t mind hearing several times a year. Make sure each song is at the same volume level. We don t have the manpower to turn something up or down each time there is a major volume change. EQUIPMENT ROOM POLICIES The Equipment Room is located on the lower level of the Field House. The Equipment Room issues apparel and equipment to student-athletes at the beginning of their respective seasons. All studentathletes are responsible for all the apparel and equipment they are issued. Clearance needed for student-athletes to obtain their issued apparel and equipment are: Completion of the Student-Athlete Registration Form; Having the Physical Examination Form complete and approved by both the Athletic Training Staff and an Athletic Administrator; Meeting all NCAA academic requirements; Your parent/guardian complete and return the Student-Athlete Medical Insurance Form; Have signed and returned to NCAA Drug Testing Consent Form. What is available for the student-athlete: Practice clothes, towels and lockers (in-season). Laundry services to clean issued practice apparel and equipment. Uniforms for home and away games. The Home uniforms will be handed out on the day of the game or two-hours prior to the starting of the event. The Away uniforms will be handed out on the day of departure or the day before the contest. It is the student-athlete s responsibility to return their uniform and equipment immediately after the game or the return of an away contest. Student-athletes will be charged a non-refundable cost for the apparel or equipment that had been misplaced, after a two-week grace period of not being returned to the Equipment Room. Also, all equipment and apparel issued to you is the property of LIU Post. You may not trade, exchange, sell or give away the apparel and equipment issued to you.

25 STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE The mission of the NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting the opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare and fostering student-athlete image. The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is a board made up of student-athletes who are committed to generating a voice for the student-athlete within the NCAA, the ECC/PSAC, the LIU Post Athletic department and University. One of the main purposes for the SAAC is to make other studentathletes aware of the proposed NCAA legislation and to recommend legislation to the NCAA regarding certain situations. The SAAC is dedicated to promoting a positive student-athlete image within the athletics programs and creating the executive leaders of tomorrow. Specifically, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee shall promote communication between the athletic department and the student-athletes on matters including: Soliciting student-athlete input on the operation of the intercollegiate athletic programs. Soliciting student-athlete response to proposed NCAA legislation. Disseminating pertinent information to student-athletes. Creating support from the student body and the community for athletics. As necessary, members on the Executive Board for SAAC, may be asked to represent a student-athlete or the student-athlete body in meetings with the Department of Athletics Administration. CHAMPS/LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM - NCAA MISSION The mission of the NCAA is to maintain intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the campus educational program and the athlete as an integral part of the student body. With this in mind, the CHAMPS/Life Skills program was created to support the student development initiatives of its member institutions and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the university setting. CHAMPS/Life Skills Commitment Statements Commitment to Academic Excellence: to support the academic progress of the student-athletes toward intellectual development and graduation. Commitment to Athletic Excellence: to build philosophical foundations for the developmental of the athletics programs that are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athlete. Commitment to Personal Development: to support the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, personnel growth and decision-making skills. Commitment to Career Development: to encourage the student-athlete to develop and pursue career and life goals. Commitment to Service: to engage the student-athlete in service to his/her campus and surrounding communities. COMMUNITY SERVICE Community involvement is a major part of the Athletic Department s mission. Every student-athlete is required to perform at least 3 hours of a community service project per year. OTHER RESOURCES While student-athletes must understand the paramount importance of their studies, and are expected to devote adequate time to their sport, they are also part of the greater LIU Post community and are therefore entitled to take advantage of all resources and support services on campus. Such services and resources include but are not limited to tutoring, personal counseling and career developmental assistance. Student-athletes are also invited to participate in student clubs and organizations open to all LIU Post students from diverse backgrounds and to enhance their leadership skills and talents.

26 LIU POST UNIVERSITY POLICIES LIU ETHOS STATEMENT LIU is committed to the advancement of learning and service to society. Its educational mission reflects a commitment to intellectual rigor, social justice, and an active engagement of contemporary issues. These principles challenge students to strive for excellence, to become men and women in service to others, to integrate curricular and co-curricular learning, to develop talents through discovery and reflection, and to be concerned for the welfare of each person. To achieve these ideals, all students are expected to contribute, through their words, actions, and commitments, to the development and sustenance of a community characterized by respect, caring, responsibility, and honesty. These characteristics are essential to ensure the rights and privileges of all students and to preserve the integrity of our educational community. Working together as a community, students, faculty, and administrators help foster an atmosphere that furthers the mission of the campus. Students are expected to adhere to the campus ethos. This expectation calls for behavior which demonstrates the five principles of the LIU Student Code of Conduct: respect for oneself, respect for others, respect for property, respect for authority, and honesty. LIU STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT Although no such document can be exhaustive, the purpose of the LIU Student Code of Conduct is to set out standards of conduct, to give notice of expectations and prohibited behavior, and to identify the procedures the University may employ to resolve breaches of those standards. The LIU Student Code of Conduct is founded on the principles of respect for oneself, respect for others, respect for property, respect for authority, and honesty. Until evidence to the contrary is observed, the campus presumes that students are motivated by the desire to improve their capabilities and to help others to do so, that they possess a sense of honor and are trustworthy, and that they are mature men and women, capable of behaving accordingly. Students who violate the rules and regulations of the LIU campus must expect that appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. Action involving non-academic conduct is the responsibility of the Office of the Dean of Students and designated Community Standards officers. The Dean of Students and Community Standards officers, or other designated officer or official, at the specific LIU campus may suspend or expel a student under this policy. LIU recognizes that campus disciplinary jurisdiction may extend to off-campus activities. The University has the discretion to exercise jurisdiction over off-campus behavior if it: 1) adversely affects the health, safety, or security of any member of the campus community or 2) adversely affects the interests of the University. In determining whether or not to exercise off-campus jurisdiction, the University will consider the seriousness of the alleged harm, the risk of harm involved, whether the victim(s) are members of the campus community or whether the off-campus conduct is part of a series of actions which occurred both on and off campus. Students are accountable for adhering to all regulations in the LIU Student Handbook. As noted under Respect for Authority, U. Violation of University or campus policies, students must understand that they are subject to all policies communicated elsewhere in this Handbook, University or campus publications, verbal directives by campus officials or as posted by any department. LIU students taking classes at other campuses of Long Island University and students from other campuses of Long Island University who are taking classes at another campus of LIU who are involved in disciplinary matters may be subject to disciplinary sanctions on both campuses. The offices of the Dean of Students at

27 the appropriate campuses shall confer in such instances and determine the appropriate course of action and designate an appropriate Community Standards officer as applicable. RESPECT FOR ONESELF In accordance with our Ethos Statement, LIU students are expected to demonstrate actions that honor themselves by complying with the principal of respect for oneself. Examples of conduct inconsistent with this principal and which will require campus action are: A. Violence or Threat of Violence Behavior which jeopardizes the safety or well-being of oneself; this includes but is not limited to causing or subjecting oneself to physical injury. B. Alcohol and Drugs 1. Violation of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy. 2. The sale, purchase, possession, presence of, or use of any illegal drug(s) and/or drug Paraphernalia. C. Conduct Unbecoming of a Student 1. Behavioral characteristics or actions demonstrated by a student, which are contrary to the LIU Ethos Statement. 2. Public Lewdness D. Violation of the Cyber Community Policy RESPECT FOR OTHERS In accordance with LIU Ethos Statement, LIU students are expected to demonstrate actions that reflect consideration and civility by complying with the principal of respect for others. Examples of conduct inconsistent with this principal and which will require Campus action are: F. Verbal or Physical Harassment 1. Inappropriate physical, verbal or written actions against members of the campus community or their guests, or against visitors to the campus, which interfere with an individual s personal freedom or privacy, including but not limited to actions of an offensive nature which target a particular individual or group s national origin or gender identity ( hate crimes ). This includes harassment or an attempt to harass via electronic s, text messages and/or instant messages or the unauthorized use of videotaping. 2. Violation of LIU s Harassment Policy. 3. Violation of LIU s Discrimination Policy. 4. Violation of LIU s Profanity in Student Media Policy. 5. Violation of the LIU s Roommate Bill of Rights as listed in the Campus Life Policies. 6. Violation of LIU s Cyber Community Policy G. Weapons and Dangerous Items Possession and/or use of weapons and dangerous items, including but not limited to firearms, knives, firecrackers, CO2 weapons, BB weapons, paint ball weapons and equipment, prop, replica, toy or play weapons, simulated weapons or devices, handcuffs, swords, martial arts equipment, pepper gas or spray, and propane. H. Violence or Threat of Violence 1. Behavior which jeopardizes the safety and well-being of other persons; this includes, but is not limited to, physical injury or behavior such as physical assault, threats or intimidation or extortion, and either physical, verbal, or written abuse. 2. Sexual Violence, Stalking, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, as defined by the University s Title IX policy. 3. Violation of Bias Crime Policy. I. Theft and/or Possession of Stolen Property 1. Theft or other misuse of property. 2. Possession of stolen goods.

28 a. Unauthorized possession of university owned furniture or equipment, including but not limited to items taken from residence halls, academic classrooms, or recreational facilities, or from a student s residence hall room. 3. Theft of services: Theft is defined as taking or possessing the property of another without right or permission. Students shall respect the property of the University, its guests, and all members of the University community. Specific violations of this standard include, but are not limited to: a. The unauthorized taking, misappropriation, possession, retention, or disposal of any property owned or maintained by the University, by the Campus Bookstore, or any other Campus vendor; another student, a person attending a University sponsored event, or any other person; or b. The unauthorized taking or use of any University owned or contracted service without paying for such services. J. Hazing 1. The participation in or encouragement of any action or situation which endangers the mental or physical health, safety or welfare of another, or involves the forced or coerced consumption of alcohol, a solid substance or drugs for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with any organization. 2. Violation of Student Life and Leadership Development Hazing/Pledging policy. (LIU Post refer to the Office of Student Life and Leadership Development, Hillwood Commons, Room 102. LIU Brooklyn refer to Metcalfe Bldg., Rm. M 311). 3. Violation of New York State Law on Hazing K. Fire Safety 1. Intentionally creating smoke or fire. 2. Reporting a false fire alarm. 3. Activating a smoke detector. 4. Activating a sprinkler system. 5. Tampering with fire equipment. a. Inappropriate use or tampering with fire extinguishers, fire hoses, or any other safety apparatus. b. Obstructing a door so as to prohibit or encourage direct entrance to and/or exit from a room or building. c. Covering overhead lights, doorways, smoke detectors, sprinkler system, air conditioning units, walls sockets, etc. d. Wall covering of any kind exceeding 5 x7 and/or hanging any item from the ceiling. e. Possessing water filled or lofted beds. 6. Failure to evacuate during a fire alarm. 7. Possession of prohibited items, including but not limited to candles (lit or unlit), incense and incense holder, electric appliances, air conditioning units not approved by the Office of Campus Life, Office of Campus Life and Housing, Medical Center or the Center for Healthy Living, portable heaters, combustible liquids, barbecues, decorative lights, extension cords or any other item deemed unsafe by University Official(s) or New York State/City Fire Safety Officer(s). L. Disruption of Campus Community Behavioral or verbal actions that disrupt the campus community. 1. Campus Courtesy Hours a. Disruption of the Campus Life community, including making excessive noise in residential areas, including but not limited to at LIU Post - the Quad, Riggs Park, alcoves and building front steps, parking areas, roadways and other grounds in, adjacent to or around the residence halls and including and not limited to at LIU-Brooklyn - Conolly Hall, Hoyt Hall, and Fulton 490. b. Disruption of academic areas, including the internal and external areas of all academic facilities 2. Skateboarding or use of skateboarding equipment and the use of equipment that may pose a risk to an individual, community members, or university or personal property including but not limited to activities such as slacklining are prohibited.

29 3. Use or storage of bicycles, bicycle equipment or other items that may obstruct common areas of the residence halls, including hallways, lobby areas, and stairwells, etc., an in the exterior areas, including areas in which egress is jeopardized, is prohibited at all times. RESPECT FOR PROPERTY In accordance with the LIU Ethos Statement, LIU students are expected to demonstrate actions that reflect the responsible use of campus property, environment and equipment by complying with the principal of respect for property. Examples of conduct inconsistent with this principal and which will require campus action are: M. Vandalism 1. Destroying Campus property; classroom property; or residential housing property. a. Chalking or defacing of property with various materials. 2. Destroying the property of another person. 3. Littering on campus. a. Improper disposal of any solid or liquid object(s) in any area not identified or authorized for disposal. N. Computers 1. The use of computers or electronic equipment for the violation of personal privacy or for the committing of crimes. a. Unauthorized use of computers and/or peripheral systems. b. Unauthorized access/alteration to computer programs or files. c. Unauthorized duplicating or use of computer programs files. d. Making unauthorized changes to a computer account, the utilization of a wireless router, or any other or undeliberate action which disrupts the operation of computer systems serving other students or the University community. RESPECT FOR AUTHORITY In accordance with the LIU Ethos Statement, LIU students are expected to demonstrate actions that are respectful to campus officials and support campus regulations by complying with the principal of respect for authority. Examples of conduct inconsistent with this principal and which will require campus action are: O. Illegal Possession of Keys, Access Cards/Codes Unlawful Entry, Exit or Presence 1. Illegal possession, duplication, or unauthorized use of keys, access cards, or access codes. 2. Forcible or unauthorized entry/exit of any campus room or facility. a. Entering or exiting through a window. b. Entering anytime or exiting through a residence hall through a side door between 5:00 PM and 7:00 AM. c. Using or allowing another person to use a bathroom or shower facility designated for use of the opposite sex. 3. Failure to properly sign in to any campus room, event or facility. 4. Failure to properly sign guest(s) in to any campus room, event or facility. 5. Failure to escort guest(s) at all times on campus. 6. Presence in any campus room, event or facility after the student has been suspended from that room, event or facility. 7. Failure to abide by the Campus Life Visitation Policy (see Campus Policy Section of this Handbook Campus Life Policies LIU Post and LIU Brooklyn). P. Smoking Violation of Smoking Policy. Q. Traffic Regulations 1. Violation of campus traffic regulations. 2. Flagrant and/or frequent traffic offenses. R. Solicitation/Commercial Activities Unauthorized soliciting and/or commercial activities by a student or an on-campus or off-campus organization, vendor or business, initiated by either a student or visitor. Those activities which

30 support charitable organizations and do not violate campus contractual obligations may be permitted with the written approval of the Associate Provost for International Student Services and Community Development. 1. Distribution and/or posting of unauthorized handbills or other materials. 2. Chalking or defacing of property with various materials to solicit off-campus events. 3. Selling unauthorized services or products, seeking funds, signatures, merchandise or supplies. 4. Receiving unauthorized business offers or goods in the residence halls for business purposes of any nature S. Gambling Illegal gambling anywhere on the premises or at any campus sponsored function or any of its student groups, organizations or affiliates. T. Failure to Cooperate 1. Providing false or misleading information to campus officials, including but not limited to Public Safety Officers and Resident Assistants. 2. Failure to cooperate in an investigation. 3. Failure to cooperate with a campus official acting within the scope of his/her duties, including but not limited to failure to provide identification when requested to do so. 4. Disrespectful conduct towards a campus official acting within the scope of his/her duties. 5. Failure to comply with a student conduct sanction, directive or mandate. 6. Participation in an organization and/or demonstration which has not been approved. 7. Failure to comply with the written or verbal directives of campus officials or other authorized individuals, including but not limited to Public Safety officers, Campus Life Coordinators, Campus Life Coordinators, and Resident Assistants. U. Violation of University or campus policies This includes all policies communicated elsewhere in this Handbook, University or campus publications, verbal directives by campus officials or as posted by any department. HONESTY In accordance with the LIU Ethos Statement, LIU students are expected to demonstrate actions that are honorable and ethical by complying with the principal of honesty. Examples of conduct inconsistent with this principal and which will require campus action are: V. Honesty & Integrity Dishonest behavior or actions displayed that are contrary to the LIU Ethos statement, including but not limited to plagiarism (the use of another person s words or ideas represented as ones own work) and the reporting of inaccurate information to members of the campus community. W. Forgery and Falsification of Records Falsification, forgery, modification or unauthorized use of any official campus document, record or property, including but not limited to identification cards, transcripts, examinations, registration forms, payroll sheets, parking decals and other any other official University or campus document. DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS AND SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATIONS The purpose of disciplinary action is to encourage appropriate student behavior with regard to campus community norms, standards and policies. When imposing sanction(s), the student s past disciplinary record will be taken into consideration to determine the appropriate level of action/sanctioning. The Dean of Students Offices designee reserves the right to provide to the student a written directive(s) in lieu of a formal sanction when a preponderance of evidence is not found to find a student responsible for the alleged violation of the LIU Code of Conduct, if the complete adjudication process is unnecessary to compel compliance/clarify concern, or in instances where the safety and welfare of the student(s) involved in the incident require additional directives to be completed or followed by the student(s) involved in the incident.

31 The following sanctions or directives may be imposed at the discretion of the Dean of Students or designee: Administrative Warning is a formal notification to a student documenting that a violation of the Code of Student Conduct has occurred. Warnings may be oral or written. A. Verbal Warning A Verbal Warning may be given to a student indicating that his or her action was in violation of a specific rule. The warning will include an explanation of the rule and possible punishments following a second violation of that rule. Such warnings will be noted in the student s file. B. Written Warning A Written Warning is a written notification from a campus official to a student containing a warning that repeated infractions of rules and regulations may result in more severe disciplinary actions, such as suspension. A record of the action is kept by the official writing the letter and in the campus disciplinary files. Examples of violations which would warrant a Written Warning or a more serious sanction include but are not limited to: failure to cooperate, soliciting/commercial activities, ignoring courtesy hours. In most cases, a Written Warning may include restrictions and additional sanctions. Disciplinary Probation serves as a formal notification that the activity in question is unacceptable and that if continued or other inappropriate behavior follows, more severe action may be taken. Additional violations of the Code of Student Conduct while on Disciplinary Probation will likely result in a higher level of inactive sanction. In most cases, Disciplinary Probation will not exceed one year but may include restrictions and additional sanctions such as: 1. The terms of probation may include a recommendation for substance abuse/psychological counseling or satisfactory attendance at a substance abuse education workshop, program, group or the completion of other projects and service to the campus or its related bodies. 2. Students found responsible for violations of the LIU Code of Conduct and placed on disciplinary probation may not hold student leadership positions; e.g., Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, Peer Mentor, club officer or other student leadership positions at an LIU campus(es) for the duration of the probationary period. 3. Students placed on disciplinary probation may be restricted from participating in certain specified events and activities and may be prohibited from entering certain facilities and offices. This may include participation in intercollegiate sports. 4. Students on disciplinary probation may also be prohibited from living and/or working on campus during the summer. 5. Probation follow-up may include the scheduling of periodic meetings with the Dean of Students or designee and/or disciplinary status reports from other campus officials. 6. Violation of any campus regulations during the period of probation will result in further disciplinary action up to and including suspension or expulsion from the residence halls and/or campus. Examples of violations which would warrant Disciplinary Probation or a more serious sanction include but are not limited to those involving: alcohol and/or substance abuse, fire safety, vandalism and on-going repeated violations. 7. Housing Probation is a higher level of probation status that remains in place for a specified period of time. Housing Probation indicates that any similar or more severe violation of the Code of Student Conduct while on this status will generally result in placement on University Probation and/or the imposition of a suspension or dismissal from University housing. 8. University Probation is the highest level of probation status, which remains in place for a specified period of time. University Probation indicates that similar or more severe violations of the Code of Student Conduct while on this status will result in the mandatory imposition of a suspension or dismissal from the University, the length being a minimum of the balance of the semester or one full semester. University Probation is a serious matter. While on University Probation, certain privileges may not be available to the student based upon the discretion of the hearing officer.

32 9. Suspension from University Housing Requires moving out of housing for the length of time specified at the hearing. 10. Housing Dismissal Requires permanently moving out of housing. The student may not reapply for residency and is permanently banned from university housing. 11. Delay in Awarding Degrees The University reserves the right to delay the awarding of any degree in instances where an allegation remains pending against a student. 12. Revocation of Degree A student may have his/her degree revoked, and such revocation would be noted on the student s academic transcript. 13. Suspension (Held in Abeyance) Suspension, Held in Abeyance, may be for a specific period of time up to a maximum of one year. A person who has been Suspended, Held in Abeyance, may be permitted to attend classes provided that there be no further violations of LIU s policies. Further violations of LIU s policies will result in the immediate imposition of the sanction of Suspension without further disciplinary proceedings. Suspension, Held in Abeyance, may include Special Conditions or restrictions. 14. University Suspension Requires that the student no longer be present on any LIU owned or leased property for the time specified at the hearing (minimum of one semester or the balance of the semester). While on suspension, a student may not take courses to advance his or her degree. Students cannot be readmitted until after the date their suspension ends, nor may they register or pre-register for the following semester's courses. The graduation date will be adjusted upon readmission according to the length of the suspension. Students should contact their academic dean's office for additional information about the impact of a University suspension upon their graduation date. In addition, students who have been suspended from the university may have lost certain privileges upon their return to the University at the discretion of the hearing officer including, but not limited to study abroad and leadership position restrictions. Students returning from University Suspension will have a sanction of University Probation for at least one full semester upon their return to campus. 15. Dismissal from the University Requires that the student completely and permanently sever any and all connection with LIU s undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. A dismissal for conduct reasons will be indicated on the student s transcript. 16. Privilege Sanctions Privilege sanctions limit and/or restrict a student from being able to participate in and/or utilize specified programs, services, and/or processes. 17. No contact Order/Campus Ban Student is banned from being present on specified areas of the campus. 18. Restrictions Denial of the use of certain facilities or the right to participate in certain activities or privileges for a specified period of time may be imposed. 19. Fines Fines will be assessed for some policy violations, including but not limited to: solicitation, unauthorized entry/exit, alcohol and drugs, smoking and fire safety. 20. Residence Halls Room Re-Assignment One or more students may be required to move to a different space in the residence halls. The student shall be required to move to the new assignment within a specified period of time or be subject to immediate suspension from the residence halls. 21. Additional Sanctions Additional sanctions such as educational classes, mandatory referrals to the Center for Healthy Living, community service projects, negative service indicator or disciplinary block on the student s account, payment of damages and campus restrictions may be imposed. EMERGENCY INTERIM ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION The Dean of Students or designee shall have the authority to immediately suspend a student from the campus or a residence hall, relocate an individual within the residence halls, and restrict activities of the individual on campus, pending disciplinary procedures, when it is believed that the presence of the student would seriously disrupt the campus or constitute a danger to the health, safety, or welfare of the campus, to property, to others, or to the student. Suspension is for a specified time period and is a complete removal from the campus premises and off premises events. The student will be notified in writing of the emergency administrative action. Parents, academic deans, Public Safety, or other personnel may also be notified of the action. The student must then schedule a hearing and he/she will receive written notification of the

33 charges. Unless otherwise approved, the emergency administrative action will remain in effect on an interim basis pending completion of the student conduct process. JUDICIAL PROCESS A. AN INCIDENT OCCURS This results in a written report by Public Safety, Campus Life/Student Affairs, or any member of the campus community. B. INVESTIGATION The object of the investigation is to ascertain facts and determine whether or not charges should be filed against one or more students. It is conducted by the Department of Public Safety and the Dean of Students or designee. C. FILING OF CHARGES Depending upon what is discovered in the investigation; a student may or may not be charged with a violation of the Code of Conduct. A charge does not automatically mean responsibility; students who are charged will receive a letter electronically to their my.liu.edu address which outlines the requirement of an administrative hearing. D. PROCESS AND TIMELINE FOR HEARING and DECISION If a violation of the Code of Conduct is alleged, an administrative hearing is held with the Dean of Students or designee. The judicial process occurs over a period of several days. To facilitate an expedient and consistent system, guidelines have been established according to a timeline of events as follows: 1. The student will receive a letter from the Dean of Students or designee notifying him/her of the alleged charges and requiring the scheduling of an administrative hearing. This Pre-Hearing Letter will be issued electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address. Failure to check or utilize their account will not be the responsibility of the Dean of Students or designee serving as the adjudicator of the pending case/investigation. 2. The student has three (3) business days from the electronic issuance of the letter to schedule an appointment with the Student Conduct officer specified in the letter. The administrative hearing is convened in two phases: The first phase of the administrative hearing will include a discussion of the process and a review of the student s rights. During the second phase the Dean of Students or designee discusses the evidence with the student, and if possible, makes a determination of responsible or not responsible, and determines an appropriate sanction if necessary. Note: The student has a right to proceed immediately from the first to the second phase or to schedule the second phase at a later date. 3. The outcome of the administrative hearing, in conjunction with other evidence, will be communicated, electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address, within three (3) to five (5) business days after the hearing in the form of a Decision Letter. 4. If the student wishes to request an appeal to the outcome of his/her case, the student must complete and return the Appeal Request Form, available in the Office of Dean of Students, within three (3) days of the receipt of the outcome letter. 5. The student will be notified, electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address, within three (3) business days as to whether or not an appeal hearing is granted. 6. If an appeal hearing is granted, the student will be required to schedule an appointment with the appeal officer within three (3) business days. 7. The outcome of the appeal hearing will be communicated electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address, within five (5) to seven (7) days. (Refer to Appeals Procedure, below, for further details) Important notes: The judicial process timeline is approximate and may require adjustment due to continuing investigations by the Department of Public Safety, the Dean of Students or designee and/or other campus officials. The timeline may also require adjustment because of the academic calendar; university holidays; availability of the student and/or hearing officer, faculty and staff. Every student has the right not attend a hearing. If a student chooses to exercise this right, he or she must do so in writing. A hearing will still be conducted and evidence in support of the charge

34 will still be presented and considered in his/her absence and a decision will be made based on the evidence and without the student s input. The student will be notified of the decision by the Dean of Students or designee to the student s my.liu.edu address, following the completion of the investigation and subsequent hearing. The appeal hearing is not automatic. It must be requested on the basis of the criteria detailed in the section below, Appeals Procedure. SANCTIONS If the student is found responsible for the violation(s), a sanction will be determined by the Dean of Students or designee. The sanction is the action which will be taken against the student. A listing of sanctions utilized by the Dean of Students and/or designee is provided under the Code of Conduct Disciplinary Actions and Sanctions for Violations section. Notification of the decision and the sanction(s) will be sent to the student electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address following the hearing by the Dean of Students or designee. Important Notes: Notification and all correspondences regarding the community standards process are issued electronically to the student s my.liu.edu address. The university reserves the right after 45 days to render a decision when deemed appropriate by the Dean of Students or designee if every reasonable effort has been made to contact the student involved in the community standards process. The sanction(s) goes into effect immediately. If the student requests an appeal, the sanction(s) may be temporarily suspended or modified at the discretion of the Dean of Students or designee. APPEALS PROCEDURE If a student wishes to appeal the sanction of a discipline letter, s/he may request an appeal to the Dean of Students or designee. A request for an appeal must be made to the Dean of Students or designee in writing within three (3) business days of receipt of the decision. Requests for appeals will be granted only if they meet certain criteria. Grounds for an appeal include: 1. Significant procedural rules were not adhered to, to the detriment of the party requesting the appeal. 2. Sanction, only if found to be arbitrary or capricious and not in keeping with the gravity of the violation. 3. New and credible evidence, with these stipulations: a) evidence was not knowable at the time of the hearing, and b) evidence reasonably has a material effect on the decision. Decisions as to whether or not at least one of the above criteria has been met and if an appeal hearing will be held are made by the Dean of Students or designee. The Appeal Request Form may be obtained from the Associate Dean of Students Office, Winnick House, Room 210 at LIU Post or from the Office of Campus Life and Housing at LIU Brooklyn. The Appeal Request Form for cases which are adjudicated by a Campus Life Coordinator Community Standards Officer may be obtained at the Office of Campus Life. The Dean of Students or designee hears the appeal and reviews all written materials or statements. A written decision will be sent to the student who made the appeal in a timely manner. The decision of the Dean of Students or designee is final, and no further appeals are permitted. After a period of one semester has elapsed from the sanction date, a student may submit a written document to request an Administrative Review for possible modification of his/her sanction(s). This request

35 shall be addressed to the Dean of Students or designee and will only be entertained if the student has not been involved in any disciplinary incidents and has demonstrated significant personal progress. The Dean of Students or designee shall consult with the appropriate Associate Dean or designee in all Administrative Review cases to determine the appropriateness of a student request for sanction modification. STUDENT CONDUCT RECORDS RETENTION POLICY With the exception of those conduct records which have been successfully appealed by the student, and/or the student was otherwise exonerated of the charges, the existence of all student conduct records and the contents of such records are kept and maintained by the Dean of Students Office or designee in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended; and in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined by Long Island University. While most records will be retained for a period of seven years, at its discretion, the University reserves the right to retain student conduct files permanently in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined by the University; and pursuant to U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights. Student conduct records are retained by the Dean of Students Office or designee in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined by Long Island University. STUDENT RIGHTS IN THE CONDUCT SYSTEM Students have the following rights in the conduct system: 1. To request in writing prior to the Administrative Hearing that any person conducting an Administrative Hearing be disqualified on the grounds of conflict of interest. 2. To be considered innocent of the charges until proven responsible by a preponderance (51%) of evidence. 3. To have prior knowledge of the charges and have the charges explained clearly and fully at every level of the conduct process. 4. To be advised by a person of their choice. Advisors must be members of the campus community. Advisors may not speak during the proceedings and advisors may not be attorneys. 5. To hear testimony and/or see all written statements concerning the charges. 6. To refute oral and written statements made by witnesses. 7. Not to participate in their proceedings, understanding that in their absence, the case will be determined on the evidence presented. 8. To be advised of the appropriate appeal process. 9. If a student is determined to be the victim of violence or threat of violence as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, that student may request written notification of the final sanctions assessed to the student responsible for misconduct. ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR UNDERSTANDING AND KNOWING ALL UNIVERSITY POLICIES You can find more of these policies in the LIU Post Student Handbook at Go to Student Involvement Click on LIU Post Student Handbook

36 SPECIFIC CAMPUS POINTS OF CONTACT Campus Point of Contact Address Phone Number LIU Brentwood Adam Grohman, Associate Dean of Students LIU Post LIU Riverhead LIU Global Code of Conduct General Inquiries LIU Brooklyn Pia Haynes, Associate Dean of Students LIU Hudson Valley Code of Conduct General Inquiries Extension/Phone Main Switchboard Academic Advising 2746 Admissions 2900 Athletics Department 2288 Athletic Training Room 2675 Bursar /Registration 2323 Financial Assistance 2338 Information Technology 2281 Library 2835 LIU Post Promise 3737 Pratt Recreation Center 3250 Public Safety/Emergency 2222 Residence Life 2326 Student Health and Counseling Services 2345 EMERGENCY (On Campus) Call: EMERGENCY (Police, Fire, Ambulance) Call: 911 *if you call 911, please notify public safety as well

37 Academic Calendar FALL TERM 2015 Classes Begin September 8 Add/Drop and Late Registration (instructor permission required to add Lab Science courses as of 9/14) September 8-21 Award of September Degrees September 18 Columbus Day - Administrative Offices Open - No Classes October 12 Registration Begins for Spring 2016 (tentative date October 12 Tuesday Classes Suspended/Monday Classes Meet October 13 Last Day to File for January 2016 Degree October 16 Last Day to Opt P/F or Withdraw November 6 Thanksgiving Recess No Classes November Last Day of Regular Classes December 11 Last Day for Full Term Withdrawal December 11 Study/Snow Days/Alternate Class Days December Final Examination/Final Class Meetings December Final Exam Contingency Day (in the event of snow closure during final exam week) December 23 Term Ends December 23 Conferral of January Degrees January 15 WINTER TERM Classes Begin January 4 Add/Drop and Late Registration January 4 New Year s Holiday - No Classes December 31 - January 1 Classes End January 15 SPRING TERM 2016 Classes Begin January 19 Add/Drop and Late Registration (instructor permission required to add Lab Science courses as of 1/26) January 19 - February 1 Last Day to File for May 2016 Degree February 5 Presidents' Day - No Classes February 15 Monday Classes Meet, Tuesday Classes Suspended February 16 Registration Begins for Summer 2016 (tentative) March 1 Spring Recess - No Classes March 7-11 Registration Begins for Fall 2016 (tentative) March 14 Last Day to Opt P/F or Withdraw April 3 Last Day of Regular Classes April 26 Last Day for Full Term Withdrawal April 26 Study/Snow Days/Alternate Class Days April Final Examinations/Final Class Meetings April 29-May 5 Commencement (tentative) May 6 Conferral of May Degrees May 15

38 ATHLETICS FACILITIES Pratt Recreation Center (Men's and Women's Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Wrestling, Women's Fencing) The $18.5 million Jeanette and Edmund T. Pratt, Jr. Recreation Center, which opened April 1, 2002, is a 77,000-square-foot facility containing a modern, well-lit 3,000 seat gymnasium with three full-size basketball / volleyball / badminton courts, an elevated Mondo-X indoor jogging track, an eight-lane recreational and competitive swimming pool, weight room, fitness room, racquetball courts and locker rooms. It features a state-of-the-art Human Performance Lab as well as smart classrooms equipped with fiber-optic internet access for use by the campus health and physical education program. The Pratt Recreation Center provides LIU Post students, staff and faculty with a modern facility where they can exercise, play, compete or work out. Bethpage Federal Credit Union Stadium (Field Hockey, Football, Men's and Women's Lacrosse) Situated across three acres, the newly renovated, ultra-modern sports facility showcases student-athletes from our NCAA Division II football, lacrosse, and field hockey teams. It has elevated the stature of LIU Post athletics and the university at large and has become a major attraction for prospective students deciding which university to attend. Renovations include 3,034 new seats (816 seatbacks), bringing the total to 4,083 seats. In addition, the improved stadium serves as the hub for athletic, alumni, and community events such as Homecoming and Family Day, barbecues, concerts, commencement, half-time shows, and, of course, action-packed home games. The renovated sports stadium is central to LIU Post s culture, energy, and spirit, while honoring our decades-long commitment to athletic excellence and the vitality of the university Pioneer Soccer Park (Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer) The natural grass surface is home to the Pioneers' men's and women's soccer teams, and bleacher seating is available for spectators along the sidelines. LIU Post Softball Complex The LIU Post softball complex, the Southern-most athletic facility on the campus, has bleacher seating beyond the left-field fence. Modern brick dugouts have been recently installed for both teams, and both sides have enclosed bullpens outside of the playing surface. In 2013, the Softball Complex received two batting cages just beyond the centerfield fence. Dimensions of the field include a 190-foot distance down both foul lines, and a 220-foot distance to straight-away center field. An observation deck behind the home-plate screen allows for both videotaping and broadcasting needs on a first-come, first-serve basis. LIU Post Baseball Field The LIU Post baseball field received a face-lift in 2006, as the outfield dimensions were lengthened by roughly 10 feet across the board. Also, a new fence was installed around the entire surface, and new enclosed bullpens were installed as well. Bleacher seating is located along both foul lines in the infield, and an observation deck exists behind home plate for team videotaping and broadcasting duties on a first-come, first-serve basis. After Hurricane Sandy damaged the dugouts, new cement dugouts were installed for the 2013 season. Dimensions: 330 (LF), 375 (LCF), 400 (CF), 375 (RCF), 330 (RF).

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