Compliance Newsletter November, 2017 Inside this issue: NLI Signing 2 Reminders 2 Interpretation 2 Board (cont) 3 Compliance Answers NCAA Recruiting Calendar Campus Calendar 3 4 5 Board gives $12.5 million more to concussion research By: Stacey Osburn NCAA.org The NCAA s top governing board unanimously approved $12.5 million in additional funding for the most comprehensive clinical study of concussion and head impact exposure ever conducted. The increased resources comes on the heels of the Board of Governors April adoption of a full health and safety agenda for the Association. The board made its decision this week during governance meetings at UCLA for all three divisions. The continuation of this longitudinal study is an important step in the NCAA s ongoing efforts to protect student-athlete well-being, on the field and off, said G.P. Bud Peterson, board chair and president of Georgia Tech. NCAA member schools are a critical component of these research efforts as the Association continues to take a leadership role, in collaboration with multiple key stakeholders, to improve the safety of athletes, now and in the future. The NCAA and the U.S. Department of Defense launched its landmark alliance more than three years ago to enhance the safety of athletes and service members. The study is designed to provide a more accurate understanding of the natural history and neurobiology of concussion and repetitive head impact exposure across student-athletes in all NCAA sports and students at military service academies. More than 37,600 individuals have participated from 26 universities and four academies. The next phase of the longitudinal study will examine the cumulative and persistent effects of concussions and repetitive head impact exposure. The additional funding for the CARE Consortium study will in part support the continued enrollment of student-athletes and cadets, as researchers expect the cohort will continue to grow Compliance Questions 1. Who is eligible to sign a National Letter of Intent? 2. Can a coach be present when a prospect signs a National Letter of Intent?
Page 2 Compliance Newsletter NLI SIGNING DAY All sports, other than soccer, have an early signing period from November 8-15 To request an NLI you must complete an NLI Request form and submit it to Jill A prospect must be registered with the Eligibility Center prior to receiving an NLI Institutional policy requires that we receive a transcript and test score prior to issuing an NLI An NLI must be accompanied by an athletic scholarship and must include athletic aid for the 2018-19 academic year All NLI s and athletic scholarships will be emailed to prospects to ensure timely delivery A prospect or their parents may not sign the NLI prior to 7am on November 8th. Doing so is an NCAA rules violation for that sport Recent Interpretation Managers Coaching Outside Teams that Include Current Student-Athletes Date Published: October 26, 2017 Interpretation: The committee determined that an institution's student manager who works with a member institution on a regular and continuing basis, including when the individual is absent from the institution for a temporary period (e.g., semester/quarter, summer), is not permitted to coach an outside team that includes a current student-athlete from the institution's team. Reminders Official visit paperwork is due within 2 weeks after the end of the visit. The next Mandatory Coaches Meeting is November 14th @ 9am. Practice logs are to be completed every 2 weeks and should be turned into the Compliance Office as soon as they are signed.
Page 3 Board Gives $12.5 Million More to Concussion Research (cont). as the depth of advanced research increases dramatically in the next two years. The CARE Consortium is providing compelling information that will help shape policy and recommendations that improve student-athlete and cadet health and safety, said Brian Hainline, NCAA chief medical officer. It s important work and the additional funding will make a true impact on this historic, potentially groundbreaking study. Commission on College Basketball The board affirmed its support for the work of the Commission on College Basketball, which it established with the Division I Board of Directors and President Mark Emmert to fully examine critical aspects of Division I men s basketball. The presidents expressed a commitment to act swiftly on recommendations from the commission. Diversity and equity The board approved the roster for the NCAA Committee to Promote Cultural Diversity and Equity. The committee reports to the board and works with the Committee on Women s Athletics and the Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee. Esports All presidents in attendance members of the Board of Governors, Board of Directors and Divisions II and III Presidents Councils received an informational presentation on the esports landscape. NCAA members continue discussions to better understand the NCAA s potential role, if any, in the esports realm. The presidents have not set a decision timetable. Compliance Question Answers Answer 1: Prospective student-athletes enrolling in a four-year institution for the first time can sign an NLI. Student-athletes who start their academic career at a four-year institution and then transfer to a two-year college may also sign an NLI if they plan on entering a second four-year institution. Answer 2: No. A coach cannot be present when a prospect signs an NLI off-campus. Pursuant to NCAA rules, any in-person, off-campus contact made with a prospect for the purpose of signing an NLI or attendance at activities related to the signing of the NLI is prohibited. A coach is also prohibited from in-person delivery of the NLI to a prospect offcampus.
Sport Contact/ Evaluation Period Quiet Period Dead Period Recruiting Period Recruiting Calendar 2017-2018 Baseball Sept 15-Nov 5; Mar 1- July 31 Nov 10-Feb 28 Nov 6-9; Jan 4-7; Apr 9-12 Men s Basketball Sept 9-Nov 5; Nov 10- Mar 28; Apr 5 (noon)- Apr 20-22 (certified events); Apr 27-29 Apr 19-July 5 Nov 6-9; Dec 24-26; Mar 29-Apr 5 (noon); 18; (certified events); NBA Combine; July 11-15; July 18-22; July 25-29 Apr 9-12; May 17-25; July 6-31 Women s Basketball Mar 1-29; Sept 30-Feb 28; 1 event w/ NCAA Champ.; Apr 13-17; Apr 20-22; July 6-12; July 23-29 Apr 6-8; Apr 18-July 5 Nov 6-9; Dec 24-26; Mar 30-Apr 12; July 13-22; July 30-31 Men s Soccer Feb 5-8 Women s Soccer Dec 15-Jan 5; Feb 5-8 Swimming & Diving Nov 6-9; Apr 9-12 Women s Tennis Nov 6-9; Apr 9-12 Track & Field Aug 12-Dec 10; Jan 3- July 31 Dec 11-Jan 2 Nov 6-9; Nov 18; Dec 12-15; Mar 9-10; Apr 9-12; June 6-9 Volleyball Aug 1-Dec 3; Jan 1-July 31 Thur of Champ-Sun following for one day at one event Dec 4-12; Jan 1-12; May 1-25 Nov 6-9; Dec 13-31; Apr 9-12 Recruiting Calendar Definitions ( NCAA Bylaw 13.02.5) Contact Period-Permissible for authorized athletics department staff to make in-person, off-campus recruiting contacts & evaluations. Evaluation Period-Permissible for authorized athletics department staff to be involved in off-campus activities designed to assess the academic qualifications and playing ability of prospective student-athletes. No in-person, off-campus contacts shall be made. Recruiting Period (Basketball)-Permissible for authorized athletics department staff members to make in-person, off-campus recruiting contacts and evaluations. Quiet Period-Permissible to make in-person recruiting contacts only on the institution s campus. No in-person, off-campus recruiting contacts or evaluations my be made. Dead Period-Not permissible to make in-person recruiting contacts or evaluations on or off the institution s campus or to permit official or unofficial visits by prospective student-athletes. It remains permissible for an institutional staff member to write or telephone a PSA. Compliance Office Staff Jessica Kumke Assistant AD for Compliance & Enrollment Services kumke@uwm.edu Ask Before You Act!! Jill Jurena Compliance and Enrollment Services Coordinator jj@uwm.edu
What s Going on at UWM November 2017 Date & Time Event Name Details Location November 1 @ 5-7:30pm 4th Annual Graduate School Open House This is an opportunity for prospective graduate students to engage directly with faculty and staff from their program of interest and to gain insight on what a graduate education at UWM could do for them. Bonus: The $56 application fee will be waived for all applicants who begin their application on or after the Nov. 1 open house. Union Prospective graduate students can register at: http://uwm.edu/g raduateschool/op enhouse/ November 2-12 32nd Annual Milwaukee LGBT Film/Video Festival After Opening Night at the Oriental Theatre, the Festival returns to the UWM Union Cinema for a parade of narrative features, documentaries, experimental media, visiting artists, Union Cinema and shorts a parade more than a week long! Full schedule information can be found via uwm.edu/lgbtfilmfestival/ and lgbtfilm@uwm.edu. November 15 @ 10am-2pm National Career Development Day The Career Planning & Resource Center will be hosting a variety of Union Concourse activities including: Games, Career Taboo, Career Quilt, Career Tips/Advice, Prizes & Giveaways, and MORE!!! November 15 @ 7-8pm Beyond Standing Rock FREE FOR UWM STUDENTS AND UN- ION CINEMA MEMBERS Beyond Union Cinema Standing Rock takes us on a journey across three modern stories about the fight for energy, environment, and tribal sovereignty in America. November 17 @ 1-2:30pm Drop-in Photo Workshop: Developing Film Have questions about how to apply, use and develop film? Interested in Craft Centre what different types of film there are? Our photography lead will be here to answer any questions you may have and help or start any projects you may want to work on. For more information about any of these events or other events at UWM please visit: uwm.edu/studentinvolvement/events