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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON

2011-2012 • Badger

Student-Athlete Handbook & Planner

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Mission Statement The University of Wisconsin–Madison is the original University of Wisconsin, created at the same time Wisconsin achieved statehood in 1848. It received Wisconsin’s land grant and became the state’s land-grant university after Congress adopted the Morrill Act in 1862. It continues to be Wisconsin’s comprehensive teaching and research university with a statewide, national and international mission, offering programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels in a wide range of fields, while engaging in extensive scholarly research, continuing adult education and public service. The primary purpose of the University of Wisconsin–Madison is to provide a learning environment in which faculty, staff and students can discover, examine critically, preserve and transmit the knowledge, wisdom and values that will help ensure the survival of this and future generations and improve the quality of life for all. The university seeks to help students to develop an understanding and appreciation for the complex cultural and physical worlds in which they live and to realize their highest potential of intellectual, physical and human development. It also seeks to attract and serve students from diverse social, economic and ethnic backgrounds and to be sensitive and responsive to those groups which have been underserved by higher education. To fulfill its mission, the university must: a. Offer broad and balanced academic programs that are mutually reinforcing and emphasize high quality and creative instruction at the undergraduate, graduate, professional and postgraduate levels. b. Generate new knowledge through a broad array of scholarly, research and creative endeavors, which provide a foundation for dealing with the immediate and long-range needs of society. c. Serve society through coordinated statewide outreach programs that meet continuing educational needs in accordance with the university’s designated land-grant status. d. Participate extensively in statewide, national and international programs and encourage others in the University of Wisconsin System, at other educational institutions and in state, national and international organizations to seek benefit from the university’s unique educational resources, such as faculty and staff expertise, libraries, archives, museums and research facilities. e. Strengthen cultural understanding through opportunities to study languages, cultures, the arts and the implications of social, political, economic and technological change and through encouragement of study, research and service off campus and abroad. f. Maintain a level of excellence and standards in all programs that will give them statewide, national and international significance. g. Embody, through its policies and programs, respect for, and commitment to, the ideals of a pluralistic, multiracial, open and democratic society. Revised statement, adopted June 10, 1988, UW

MISSION STATEMENT

The University of Wisconsin Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Mission Statement “The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison dedicates itself to the mission of providing athletic opportunities to a wide range of students and an environment in which all student-athletes can achieve academic and competitive goals. The division strives to provide equitable opportunities for all student-athletes and staff, regardless of gender or ethnic background. To honor its academic mission and that of the university, the division supports the educational aspirations, academic progress, and general welfare of the student-athlete. In competition, the division fosters principles of sportsmanship, respect, and fair play. In all of its activities, the division insists on integrity, ethical conduct, and accountability.” STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Credits: The 2011–12 Student-Athlete Handbook and Badger Organizer was compiled by Jill Hadfield, and the Office of Academic Services. Cover photos and photo illustration by the Office of University Communications. Interior photos provided by the Office of Athletic Communications. No state tax revenue supported the printing of this publication. The University of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity and affirmative action educator and employer. © 2011 Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

The 2011–12 Badger Handbook & Planner Table of Contents

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8 Staff 10 Advisors 10 Learning Specialists 10 Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming 11 Career Development Coordinator 11 Tutorial Coordinator 11 Tutors 11 Mentors 12 Services and Programs 12 Tutoring 13 Study Table 13 BASIS 14 Travel Letters 14 Life Skills Program Mission Statement Program Commitments Life Skills Academy Life Skills Cup 18 Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) 18 Diversity and Inclusion Programming Student-Athletes Equally Supporting Others (SAESO) Athletic Academic Mentor Partnership (AAMP) Career Links: Diversity Networking Event Diversity Barbeque 20 Honors and Awards 22 The Fetzer Centers 22 Hours

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General Academic Information My UW Course Selection and Registration Adding/Dropping Courses Declaring a major Formulating a Graduation Plan NW Grades 199/299/699 / Directed Studies Calculate Your GPA

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Campus Resources Academic Advising Career Services International Student Services Multicultural Resources LGBT Campus Center Campus Women’s Center McBurney Disability Resource Center

31 ELIGIBILITY RULES 39 BIG 10 / NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS 39 Ethical Conduct 40 Sports Wagering Activities 41 Amateurism 41 Preferential Treatment, Benefits, or Services 41 Promotional Activities 43 Employment 44 Recruiting 46 Extra Benefits 47 Complimentary Admissions 48 Boosters 49 Daily and Weekly Time Limits 50 Seasons of Competition 51 In-Season Activities 51 Out of Season Activities for Sports other than Football 52 Outside Competition

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UNIVERSITY RULES AND POLICIES Policy on Religious Issues Policy on Sexual Assault and Abuse Policy on Hazing Academic Misconduct Guide for Students Institutional Discipline Violations of University Regulations

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65 ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT RULES AND POLICIES 65 Code of Conduct 65 Student-Athlete Discipline Policy 70 Violations of Team Rules 70 Sports Medicine Policy 71 Pregnancy Policy 71 Sports Conditioning Policy 72 Grants-in-Aid Regulations Mutual Responsibility Pell Grants Voluntary Withdrawal Exhausted Eligibility and Medical Non-Counter Financial Aid Summer School Financial Aid 76 Textbook Policy 78 Student-Athlete Travel Policy 78 Transfer Process and Appeals 80 Alcohol and Drug Guidelines 83 RESOURCE GUIDE 86 IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES 88 CALENDAR

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GREETINGS On behalf of the Office of Academic Services, I would like to welcome you to another academic year at the University of Wisconsin, an institution well known for its outstanding academic and athletic reputation. As you embark upon your academic journey we want you to make the Office of Academic Services and the Fetzer Academic Centers an integral part of your trip. As a University of Wisconsin studentathlete, a vast array of services are available to you and we encourage you to take full advantage of them. Our office has a commitment to providing you with the best academic and athletic experience possible by providing expert knowledge and guidance in academic advising, course and major selection, tutorial assistance, career development and learning strategy development. We understand that you have personal academic and athletic goals and our office will support and cheer for you in times of athletic and academic achievement, and encourage and support you in times of challenge. We are committed to making your academic and athletic experiences enriching and rewarding as each of you pursue academic success and, ultimately, a degree from the University of Wisconsin. Please use this student-athlete handbook, our staff, and the campus community as resources during your journey at UW. We expect you to set the direction for your future, and we will help you navigate the obstacles you may encounter. Embrace this incredible opportunity ahead of you and show pride in wearing Red & White. On Wisconsin! Sincerely, Douglas A. Tiedt Assistant Athletic Director

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Welcome to another academic season at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The entire staff here at the UW–Madison Athletic Department is committed to making this an exceptional experience for all of our student-athletes. Your welfare as a student-athlete at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is our top priority. Our staff of dedicated employees is positioned to help you realize your fullest potential as both students and athletes. This student-athlete handbook will help familiarize you with the policies and procedures as you compete in athletics at UW–Madison. My staff and I believe it is very important to establish our expectations for you as you participate in athletics at this institution. We’re pleased to have you as a member of the athletics department family, and our staff is eager to assist in the pursuit of your dreams. If you ever need assistance or guidance, be sure to call upon myself, a member of the staff, or your coach. All sport administrators including the Athletic Director and Faculty Athletics Representatives have an open door policy and welcome your feedback and comments. We support you in trying to achieve success in all of your campus pursuits. On, Wisconsin! Sincerely, Barry Alvarez Director of Athletics

Office of Academic Services

Office of Academic Services The mission of the Office of Academic Services is to give student-athletes the maximum opportunity for academic achievement by providing an enriching environment. The Office of Academic Services will render quality academic support and life skills development for student-athletes. To provide the best possible collegiate experience, the staff will work with coaches, faculty, and administrators to empower student-athletes.

Academic Services Staff Director 608–263–1681 Mary Weaver-Klees Associate Director

608–262–3617

Chris Butler Advisor

608–265–4865 [email protected]

Alan Zussman Advisor, External Relations Coordinator

608–262–0748

Jill Hadfield Advisor

608–262–1387 [email protected]

David Sedor Advisor

608–262–4956 [email protected]

Bridget Warren Assistant Director

608–890–2021

[email protected]

Kelli Richards Advisor, Career Development Coordinator

608–265–0138

[email protected]

Denise Kalscheur Learning Specialist

608–262–6251

[email protected]

Dan Ott Learning Specialist

608–262–1376

[email protected]

Toni Landis Learning Specialist

608–262–3884

[email protected]

Jay Bradbury Learning Specialist

608–265–3222

[email protected]

David Mattison Tutorial Coordinator

608–262–9131

[email protected]

Nancy Kreklow Office Manager

608–262–1787

[email protected]

Jim Eisenmann Computer Room Coordinator

608–265–2972

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Interns 608–262–6912 Andrew Buss Student Worker

608–262–1787

Nick Baer Student Worker

608–262–1787

Website: www.uwbadgers.com/academic_services/news.aspx

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The Shared Responsibility of Academic Success The student-athlete will • Take personal responsibility for academic success. • Set and communicate academic goals. • Become familiar with, and abide by, all university, conference, and NCAA policies, rules and regulations. • Attend all classes, review sessions and exams; develop appropriate study skills, as well as establish and maintain professional relationships with instructors. • Contact Academic Services staff whenever in need of assistance. The Academic Services staff will • Teach and encourage student-athletes to become responsible for their success. • Provide student-athletes with guidance, advice and options on course selection and degree progress; as well as provide skills development as necessary. • Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes and communicate that information with student-athletes, coaches and administrators. • Facilitate problem-solving and provide referrals to appropriate resources. • Provide a quality learning center and academic resources.

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Staff Advisors Advisors provide a broad range of services to student-athletes. While their primary role is to provide academic advising and counseling, advisors also monitor academic performance and eligibility. They participate in SOAR and other orientation activities for new student-athletes, meet and communicate regularly with coach and administrators, monitor class attendance, and meet with prospective student-athletes and families on recruiting visits.

Learning Specialists Learning Specialists coordinate and implement academic support plans for students who are potentially at risk or under-prepared. They foster academic skills by assisting students with developing a mastery of the subject material, study strategies, test-taking skills, organizational skills, and time management approaches. Students are assigned to learning specialists and meet with them regularly. As a team, the student-athlete, learning specialist, and advisor work together to design a plan to help the student acquire the necessary skills to succeed academically, increase academic confidence, and accomplish academic goals.

Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming The Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming oversees all of the Office of Academic Services Life Skills Programming and the Diversity and Inclusion programming. These responsibilities include supervising the Big Ten Diversity intern, organizing the Academic Athletic Mentor Partnership (AAMP), advising the Student-Athletes Equally Supporting Others (SAESO) organization, planning the Career Links: Diversity Networking Event, advising the Student-Athlete Advisor Committee (SAAC), and

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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES planning the Diversity Barbeque and Black History Month Celebrations. For questions please contact Bridget Warren, Assistant Director of Academic Services at [email protected] or 890–2021.

Career Development Coordinator The Career Development Coordinator oversees all the career services within the Office of Academic Services. These services include teaching a 1-credit career preparation course for student-athletes, individual resume and cover letter assistance, arranging mock interviews, graduate school preparation, and organizing the Student-Athlete Career Fair. For questions or assistance contact Kelli Richards, Career Development Coordinator at [email protected] or 265–0138.

Tutorial Coordinator Requests for individual tutorial assistance are made through the tutorial coordinator. Requests can be made in person or via e-mail.

Tutors Student-athletes can request individual tutors for any course, as well as participate in organized study groups. Tutors are mainly professionals and graduate students with a high degree of expertise and experience.

Mentors Students who are potentially at risk or under-prepared, but who do not need the assistance of a learning specialist are provided with mentors. Mentors assist studentathletes in developing effective study skills, learning time management strategies organizational skills, and transitioning from high school into college. Mentors are often former student-athletes, graduate students, and/or individuals who are professionally employed. They meet with assigned students weekly in one or two hour sessions.

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Services and Programs Tutoring Please contact your academic advisor for group and individual tutoring opportunities (see section, “How to Schedule a Tutor,” below). All group tutor sessions, individual tutor sessions, mentor sessions, and study table sessions must take place in the McClain Fetzer Center or the Kohl Fetzer Center. How to Schedule a Tutor Academic Services offer two types of tutoring: drop-in group and individual. At the beginning of the semester, student-athletes will receive an e-mail containing the drop-in group tutor schedule from David Mattison, the tutorial coordinator. David will also post the drop-in group tutor schedule on his door and on the McClain Fetzer Center bulletin board. You do not need to sign up in advance for drop-in group sessions; simply come to the appropriate room at the posted time. During group tutor sessions, tutors will review course material and answer students’ questions. Historically, drop-in group tutoring is offered for elementary and intermediate level math, science, and foreign language courses. A writing center is also available for students in need of help with papers. Upper level courses are not supported with group tutoring. To arrange for an individual tutor, please contact your UW athletic department academic advisor. You will receive the contact information for a tutor within 5-7 days. Upon receiving the name and contact information for an individual tutor, follow through by contacting the tutor. Please let the tutor know when you are available to meet and what type of help you need. Give the tutor several meeting options. If your assigned tutor cannot accommodate your meeting time options, please ask your academic advisor for the contact information for a second tutor. There is no limit on the number of tutors you can work with. If we do not have a tutor for you, we will refer you to other campus support services and begin a search for a future tutor. 12

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES What happens during tutor sessions? It is your responsibility to show up to your tutor session on time and prepared with relevant course materials. Materials include pens, pencils, course packets, textbooks, notebooks, and course syllabi. If you show up to a tutor session unprepared, your tutor may cancel your session. During your tutor session, you and your tutor will discuss your academic performance, course grades, exam/quiz grades, and other academic concerns, including how to improve your academic performance in the course with which you need help. Your tutor is not a replacement for your course instructor or teaching assistant (TA). Tutoring is supplementary support. Can I change tutors? Yes, you can request a new tutor if your current tutor cannot accommodate your schedule or your current tutor does not fit your learning style. Keep in mind that it may take several sessions to feel comfortable with a tutor. If, after 3–5 sessions, you feel you need a new tutor, contact your academic advisor.

Study Table Currently, head teams have a mandatory study table at the discretion of the coach. Study table consists of monitored study time throughout the week. Some teams require their student-athletes to log hours in the Fetzer Academic Center by checking in and out when they are studying. Both of these initiatives are agreed upon by the academic advisor, learning specialist and coach. These individuals set the hours, length, and rules regarding study table and who participates in the mandatory study table. This is done to assist student-athletes in learning time management as well as to monitor a student-athlete’s academic progress.

BASIS The Badger Athletics Student Information System (BASIS), a database that houses academic information, was developed to communicate and document interactions with student-athletes and assist in the development and tracking of individual academic support programs. BASIS encourages participation and involvement of all support personnel, including coaches and administrators. It provides a historical record of the services provided to assist student-athletes during their time at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Through BASIS, progress reports are requested via e-mail from course instructors twice a semester. Meeting notes and comments from studentathletes’ meetings with Academic Advisors, Learning Specialists, tutors, and mentors are kept in BASIS. BASIS provides access to information on student-athletes and is available to head coaches, assistant coaches, and Athletic Department staff members and administrators. This tool provides a real time way of communicating and documenting interactions with student-athletes and assists in the development and tracking of individual academic support programs that encourages participation and involvement of all support personnel. Additionally, it provides a historical record that ensures that the department has an accurate reflection of the services provided to assist student-athletes during their time at UW–Madison. Technical Services can also formulate the database to serve individual sport needs, which may include the tracking of a team’s statistical information.

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Travel Letters What if I must miss class to attend a contest? The Office of Academic Services provides, at the request of coaching staff, travel excuse letters for away competitions during the academic year. The letter represents an official request on behalf of the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics to each instructor for consideration to be given for missed class time due to travel and competition. These letters do not ensure that student-athletes will receive excused absences for class time missed, as that policy is determined by the individual instructor for each course. The travel letters are available each semester before that season’s competition begins. It is extremely important that this letter be presented to the instructor at the beginning of the semester and that each student-athlete engages in communication with the instructor to work through any potential conflicts. Not all professors view a university-sponsored event (i.e., athletics competition) as an excused absence. If neither the student nor the advisor is able to resolve a problem with the professor, the student may bring the matter to the department chair or the college dean. Ultimately it is the student-athlete’s responsibility to consult with instructors prior to making any athletic trips. The student-athlete must ensure that s/he is clear on any assignments that might be missed, and is aware of all deadlines for making up missed exams and/or class assignments, presentations, and projects. Each instructor will determine how work will be made up. If the instructor will not allow a makeup exam, the student-athlete will be required to remain on campus to complete the required activity. The professor has the final word. If you have an exam conflict, please discuss the matter with your academic advisor in athletics.

Life Skills Program Life Skills Mission Statement The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics dedicates itself to providing athletic opportunities to a wide range of students and an environment in which all student-athletes can achieve their academic and competitive goals. The Life Skills Program, a component for achieving the department mission, provides the necessary support to enable the student-athlete to achieve growth intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally, and ethically. Life Skills Program Commitments Achieving Academic Excellence Academic excellence is facilitated by: • Academic Assessment. Student-athletes may be assessed for reading skills with complimentary placement information garnered from university-administered English and math testing. • Advising and Counseling. The emphasis is on introducing the student-athlete to university resources, providing transitional information and guidance, and encouraging academic independence for course and major selection. • Learning Strategies and Support. Additional support is available for designated persons upon request by either a student-athlete or by a coach as representative for the student-athlete. • Honors, Awards and Recognition. Such programs as the Scholar-Athlete Awards, Community Service Awards, NCAA post-graduate scholarships, coordination for 14

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES Academic All-American, and the annual Academic Excellence Banquet are coordinated through the Life Skills program. • Supervised Study Programs. Groups are put together to benefit from shared information for course-specific study. These groups are coordinated by David Mattison, tutor coordinator. For group schedules contact David or look for a posting on the Fetzer bulletin board. • Academic Mentorship. Additional support is available for designated persons upon request by either a student-athlete or by a coach as representative for the studentathlete. Academic advisors carefully select mentors from a pool of qualified graduate students to meet with selected student-athletes on a regular basis. Athletic Excellence The Life Skills program provides a philosophical foundation for the development of athletics programs that are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athlete. Developing a Commitment to Serve The Life Skills program provides individual student-athletes and teams the opportunity to volunteer and get involved in a variety of events, programs, and fundraisers throughout the Madison area. We focus on: • Training student-athletes in personal presentation and representing themselves and the university • Impacting the diverse population of the surrounding areas • Transportation to and from service activities • Reporting and follow-up mechanisms

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Student-Athletes are involved in events such as: • Bookin’ it with Bucky • UW Children’s Hospital • Dane County Boys and Girls Club • Salvation Army • Habitat for Humanity Enhancing Career Development The Life Skills Program provides student-athletes opportunities to get involved in campus and program-specific events that assist them in developing areas such as: • Career awareness: Interest inventories, skills assessment, career information • Career exploration: Internships, cooperative education experience, summer jobs • Job placement: Resume preparation, mock interviews, job-search and networking skills, career fairs and employer meetings Fostering Personal Development The Life Skills Program requires student-athletes to participate in three personal development events throughout each academic year. These events cover various topics to help students: • Understand diversity • Increase communication skills • Enhance social development: relationships, etiquette, personal health, nutrition, stress management, disordered eating, addictive behaviors, depression, sexual responsibility, and mentoring violence prevention training • Develop fiscal responsibility and time management

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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES Life Skills Academy To assist with a student-athlete’s transition from high school to college, all first-year student-athletes will participate in the UW Life Skills Academy. The Academy consists of eight meetings during the fall semester. Each meeting will consist of a lecture from an expert on the selected topic, and small group work. Veteran UW student-athletes serve as peer leaders, and facilitate the small group portion of each meeting. Participation in the Life Skills Academy is mandatory for first-year student-athletes; therefore they are not required to fulfill any additional Life Skills requirements. To get involved as a peer leader, contact Bridget Warren, Assistant Director of Academic Services, at [email protected]. Life Skills Cup This competition is for all UW varsity teams. Through the Life Skills Cup, those teams and individuals who represent the complete student-athlete are rewarded. Athletes must submit a points sheet in order to receive points for personal enhancement, community outreach and Badger pride. Points are updated weekly on the Life Skills board and can be earned between June 1 and April 1. Student-Athletes Can Earn Points for Their Team in Six Categories Academic Achievement Teams will be awarded points based on how their team GPA ranks with other teams (men and women are in separate categories). The team with the top GPA receives 100 points, second place receives 95 points, third place 90 points, etc. Additionally, teams that meet the 925 mark in APR scores will receive 100 points. Points are awarded for Academic All Big Ten. Athletic Achievement Teams that place in the top three of their conference will be awarded points. Conference champions will get 100 points; second place will get 90 points and third will get 80 points. Personal Enhancement Teams or individuals can earn points for attending any Life Skills event related to personal development. Examples of events include career workshops, diversity, drug and alcohol speakers, or nutrition workshops. This category also includes mandatory team and athletic department events. Community Outreach This category refers to our proud tradition of service to the community. Outreach can be performed as a team, with other student-athletes from other teams, or individually. Badger Pride This category awards points to teams and athletes that go the extra mile to support their fellow student-athletes by attending each other’s sporting events. Each team will choose one competition in their traditional season that will be designated as their Badger Pride night. Any student-athletes who attend this competition will receive points, individually or as a team. SAAC Participation Teams earn 10 points for each meeting at which they have two representatives in attendance. If a meeting conflicts with practice, the team can earn points by notifying Kelli Richards ([email protected]) of their absence and reading the minutes to their team during the following week. STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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The Scoring System Individual Points Individuals will earn 100 points for their team for each individual effort. At the end of each week, the points will be divided by the number of student-athletes on the active roster for each sport. This will account for the varying numbers on rosters. Team Points Team efforts (70% participation or 20 members) for all categories earn 100 points per event. Mandatory events require 100% participation in order to receive points. Reward There are two winners, a women’s and a men’s team, and both will be recognized at the Annual Showcase of Excellence in April. Also, the men’s and women’s team with the highest GPA, as well as the team with the most community service points, will be recognized. The winning teams are rewarded with a Betty Lou Cruise or tickets to a Brewers’ game.

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is a leadership group which provides an outlet for student-athletes to discuss issues specific to dealing with the rigors of a student-athlete’s life. This committee serves as a liaison between the student-athletes, coaches and administration, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA on issues affecting student-athletes. SAAC offers input on rules, regulations and policies that directly affect the life of the student-athlete. SAAC also provides opportunities to meet with peers and develop a support system for each other. Bridget Warren, Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming in the Department’s Office of Academic Services, is the Athletic Department liaison. The SAAC is made up of two student-athletes from each of the 23 sports. SAAC has four officers each year: a president, vice president, secretary and a representative from Student-Athletes Equally Supporting Others (SAESO). Among the officers, two student-athletes (one male, one female) represent SAAC on the Athletic Board, attend Board meetings and inform the rest of the student-athletes in SAAC of issues that potentially affect them. They are also on various Athletic Board committees that deal with issues directly affecting student-athletes. There must be at least one male and one female officer each year, and all of the officer positions are one-year terms. A studentathlete may run for re-election, but may only serve as an officer for a total of two years. SAAC representatives may bring to the Athletic Department and Athletic Board issues voiced at SAAC monthly meetings and serve as the liaison between studentathletes, the Athletic Department and the Athletic Board. The SAAC President attends the biannual meeting of the Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. SAAC representatives can bring issues voiced at SAAC monthly meetings to the board so the administration can improve the student-athletes’ “quality of life.” For information about SAAC, contact Bridget Warren at [email protected].

Diversity and Inclusion Programming Student-Athletes Equally Supporting Others (SAESO) SAESO exists to unite student-athletes from different social and ethnic backgrounds while promoting an empathetic philosophy toward athletes and their surrounding communities. SAESO organizes several events throughout the year to include: diversity dia18

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logues, study jams, soul food night, etc. All student-athletes are welcome to participate in any of the organized activities. For more information and to get involved with SAESO contact Bridget Warren, Assistant Director of Academic Services, at 890–2021. Athletic Academic Mentor Partnership (AAMP) The Academic Athletic Mentor Partnership (AAMP) program fosters a mentor-mentee relationship for first year student-athletes of color, organized by the Office of Academic Services, involving community members, former student-athletes, and UW faculty members. The goal of the program is to foster a dynamic relationship for both the student-athlete and the faculty member to ultimately increase the qualitative experience for UW student-athletes of color. Mentors and mentees attend programs planned by the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics throughout the semester. Additionally, the Office of Academic Services and specifically the Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming, arrange subsequent meetings throughout the semester. In addition to the arranged meetings mentors are encouraged to reach out to their mentees on an informal basis as well. Career Links: Diversity Networking Event Since 2006, a partnership between the Office of Academic Services, the National W Club, the Wisconsin Alumni Association, and Letters & Science/Human Ecology Career Services, was developed to host Career Links: Diversity Networking Event. The event is an opportunity for student-athletes of color to network with campus leaders, faculty members, community business leaders, alumni, and other students of color. STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Diversity Barbeque Annually, the National W Club and the Office of Academic Services partner to host a diversity barbeque for any student-athlete of color on campus. The day includes a Southern-style barbeque and networking with community leaders, members of the 100 Black Men of Madison, and National W Club members.

Honors and Awards All-Big Ten Academic Team Student-athletes who earn a 3.0 (or above) cumulative grade point average and are a letter winner receive All-Big Ten Academic recognition. Transfer and first-year students are not eligible in their first year. Distinguished Scholar Award Similar to the Academic All-Big Ten honor, Distinguished Scholar Award recipients must be letterwinners in at least their second academic year at their institution. However, the new award encompasses only student-athletes with a minimum GPA of 3.7 or higher for the previous academic year, excluding summer school. The Academic All-Big Ten threshold is a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for their academic career. CoSIDA/Verizon Academic All-American District and National Teams Student-athletes who earn a 3.2 (or above) cumulative grade point average and who have excelled in athletics may be nominated for Verizon Academic All-American recognition. Balloting by 1,300 sports information publicists determines members of the district and national teams. The Buckinghams: The Student-Athlete Annual Showcase of Excellence This annual event celebrates Badger academic achievement as well as student-athlete talents outside of their sport. Sponsored by the National W Club along with the

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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES Office of Academic Services of the athletic department, several awards are presented. Student-athletes who have a cumulative 3.5 or higher grade point average or a 3.5 GPA in one of the past two semesters are honored for their academic acumen. Additionally, awards such as Male and Female Student-Athletes of the Year, Unsung Hero Award, and the Life Skills Cup Award are also announced. UW Athletic Board Scholars Athletic Board Scholars are letterwinners who have the highest grade point in their respective sports. Begun in 1987, the UW Athletic Board awards the honor annually. Remington Scholars This award goes to the graduating male and female athletes with the highest cumulative GPA. 3.5 Award Winner This award recognizes students with a 3.5 term or cumulative GPA for Fall or Spring semester. Big Ten Medal of Honor Recipients This award is given annually at each Big Ten institution to the male and female student-athlete demonstrating proficiency in scholarship and athletics. Big Ten Sportsmanship Award The Big Ten recognizes student-athletes with the announcement of the Conference’s Sportsmanship Awards. One member of each varsity sports team on every campus is chosen by the institution. From each university’s list, two Outstanding Sportsmanship Award winners are selected based on standards of sportsmanship and community service. The winners are student-athletes who observe the rules and intent of their sports’ rules at all times. The individuals must be fair and respectful to their opponents, be enthusiastic about the game, enjoy playing it, and win or lose, do their absolute best at all times. The recipients also are active in their campus communities. “For more than 109 years, the Big Ten Conference has remained committed to promoting a healthy intercollegiate athletic environment built on a foundation of fair play. Today’s award winners carry on a proud tradition of good sportsmanship that is one of the cornerstones of Big Ten athletics,” said Commissioner James Delany. Letter Awards for Student-Athletes The coach of each sport sets the criteria upon which each sport’s letter award system is based. Wisconsin letter awards are: First letter: Letter Jacket Second letter: Watch Third letter: “W” Blanket Fourth letter: Ring Conference and NCAA championship awards are determined by the Coach and Associate Athletic Director for each sport. The NCAA has established limitations on the value of individual awards for championships.

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The Fetzer Centers The Fetzer Student-Athlete Academic Center, a 15,000-square-foot learning center, is home to the staff as well as a tutorial, computer and study space for Badger studentathletes. There are 11 study rooms, a lecture hall, copy facilities and a student computer lab. An additional Fetzer Student-Athlete Academic Center is located at the Kohl Center.

Fetzer Center Hours Fetzer Student-Athlete Academic Center @ McClain Lower Level McClain Facility; (608) 262–1787 www.uwbadgers.com/academic_services/news.aspx Fetzer Student-Athlete Academic Center @ Kohl Lower Level Kohl Center (608) 890–1549; FAX: (608) 890–1552 Academic Semester Hours Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Academic Breaks and Summer Hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Regular hours are posted just inside the front door and special hours are posted at the Fetzer’s front door and on our message boards. Fetzer Center Rules • N o tobacco products may be brought into the Fetzer. • Volume on headphones, ipods, CD players or other personal listening devices should not disturb or distract other students. • Do not consume drinks or food outside of the back cafeteria area. • Please allow other students to use a computer if they are waiting and you have completed your work. • Quiet talk during group study is allowed but is not to disturb other students. • Be knowledgeable of and abide by all UW rules and statutes.

General Academic Information MyUW Your MyUW portal is accessed via the UW homepage. Through the MyUW portal you can register for classes, access grading information, check your student financial aid page, and access the libraries and Learn@UW. Updating your postal address regularly with MyUW is essential. We rely on these addresses and phone numbers for mailings from the athletic department.

Course Selection and Registration Plan to see your academic advisor for assistance in selecting your courses for each semester. The university operates on a semester system. Each academic year consists of two 16-week semesters, 15 weeks of courses and 1 week of final exams. Courses typically meet for the entire semester. One exception is “modular” courses, which meet 22

OFFICE OFFICE OF OF ACADEMIC ACADEMIC SERVICES SERVICES for various numbers of weeks. Consult the class search feature in your MyUW student center for dates that courses meet. Class registration dates are very important. Each student will receive an e-mail indicating his/her assigned registration time. Your registration time will appear in your MyUW Student Center. It is important to register on the date and time you are assigned because courses fill up quickly. Once registered, you can make online changes to your registration through the second week of classes. After that time you will need to use a course change form, which is available on the web at http://www.registrar.wisc.edu/course_change_request.htm. The deadline for withdrawal from a class is the end of the twelfth week of classes. See page 86 for important dates and deadlines.

Adding & Dropping Courses Important deadlines for adding and dropping courses, taking classes pass/fail, etc., are outlined in the student center on MyUW and on page 23 of this handbook. Since eligibility depends on maintaining full-time status, the most important deadlines are adding and dropping courses. The add deadline is the end of the second week of classes. Modular courses (those that meet fewer than the full 16 weeks) have different deadlines; see the Schedule of Classes (http://registrar.wisc.edu/course_guide_access. htm) or an advisor for this information. The drop deadline is the end of the ninth week of classes. Check the calendar at the back of this book for the drop date for each semester. Always check with an advisor before registering for courses or adding courses. You MUST see your athletic academic advisor before dropping courses. A good rule of thumb is add first, drop second! As a studentathlete you will have a “credit hold” placed on your electronic record. Essentially, once you have enrolled in 12 credits you will be blocked from dropping below 12 credits. If you need help removing this hold, for any reason (i.e. dropping and adding classes), please see your athletic academic advisor. STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Declaring a Major Major declaration is done in the appropriate departmental office, usually with a department undergraduate advisor. Make an appointment and bring a recent copy of your student record or DARS with you when you see this advisor. Unofficial student records can be accessed via MyUW. In order to declare a major you must fill out a major declaration form at the campus office which houses your major. From that point on, your advisors, both in the athletic department and in your selected academic department, will have a record of your major. The departmental undergraduate advisors often do not work in the summer months. Do not wait until August prior to your third year to declare your major. If you have questions about declaring a major, please see your academic advisor in athletics. If you are unsure which major to pursue, consider visiting the Career Services Office. For more information on Career Services, please see page 27 of this handbook.

Formulating a Graduation Plan The spring semester before your fourth year, you need to meet with your academic advisor in your major department to determine which courses you need to take to complete your degree. Complete a graduation plan matrix form (available at the Fetzer Center) and have your campus academic advisor sign it. Return this form to your Office of Academic Services advisor. You will not be eligible to compete for the next year if you do not complete this form prior to the first day of classes. 24

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES It is best to use DARS (Degree Audit Report System), but more importantly, you need to understand the degree requirements and create a plan that allows you to complete them. This plan is something you should pay close attention to and go over with your campus and athletic advisors every semester. Your DARS is available to you via your academic advisor, as well as MyUW. When completing your graduation plan, please keep in mind that the athletic department is only obligated to provide scholarship monies for one major for those student-athletes who receive athletic aid.

“NW” (No Work) Grade The No Work grade is used by professors when a student enrolls but never attends class. While the NW grade does not affect the grade point positively or negatively, NW is extremely detrimental to a student-athlete’s academic record. If there is a chance you will receive an NW grade, contact your Academic Services advisor immediately! As interpreted by the Big Ten Conference Office, a student who does not complete 12 credits for the term due to an NW grade is subject to: • N ot being eligible for summer school aid • As a freshman, being ineligible during the year All student-athletes need to be aware of how they are doing in each class in which they are enrolled. For the student-athlete, a grade of NW is not an option when part of the required 12 credits per semester.

Directed Study Courses (199, 299, 699 courses) There is an athletics department policy concerning directed study courses (numbered 199, 299, 499, and 699). A directed study course involves working directly with a professor on a paper or project on a topic that interests you. Typically this is the result of having taken a course with a professor and continuing research on a topic that is an offshoot of curriculum in the original class. The directed study policy could affect your eligibility for athletic competition and is applicable to all student-athletes. If you are enrolled in or plan to enroll in a directed study course this semester/year, please see your athletics academic advisor in the Fetzer Center to learn about requirements for athletes enrolled in directed study. You will need to submit a Directed Study form and a copy of your final paper or project to the Fetzer Center. Failure to provide required information on these courses will result in the loss of academic eligibility.

How to Calculate Your GPA The university determines your grade-point average (GPA) by figuring the number of grade points earned and dividing that total by the number of credits you are attempting. Here is a step-by-step explanation. The chart below shows the grade point scale. Each letter grade is assigned a certain number of grade points for each credit the course carries. For example, an “A” is worth four grade points per credit, while an “F” receives zero grade points per credit.

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Grade Points A 4.0 AB 3.5 B 3.0 BC 2.5 C 2.0 D 1.0 F 0.0 Multiply the number of grade points by the number of credits the course carries. For example, if you receive an “AB” for a four-credit course, multiply 3.5 (the grade points assigned to an AB) by 4 (the number of credits) to get 14 GPA points. Repeat the calculation for each course. Add together the grade points for each course and divide by the total number of credits to determine your grade point average. Note: Courses taken credit/no credit, satisfactory/unsatisfactory, and audited are not included in the GPA.

Example: Class Comm Arts 100 Geography 127 Math 112 Psych 202 Totals

Credits Grade 3 A 5 C 3 AB 3 BC 14

Grade Points 12 10 10.5 7.5 40 / 14 = 2.857

Other marks not associated with a letter grade that may appear on your transcript: I Incomplete, a temporary grade used when work is not completed during a term. The symbol IN indicates an incomplete in a Cr/N course. P Progress, a temporary grade used for courses extending beyond one term. The final grade determines the grade for each term and replaces P grades for the course. DR Dropped, recorded for any course officially dropped later than two days before the last day to add courses. NW No work, indicates that a student never attended the class and no work was submitted. (Athletes must count NWs as Fs)

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Campus Resources Academic Advising Student-athletes have two academic advisors. In addition to having an academic advisors in the athletic department, they also have an advisor on campus. Students with declared majors have an advisor in their major department. Students who have not yet declared a major have an advisor in their school or college. Please plan to meet with both your advisors on a regular basis.

Career Services Career service offices offer assistance with resume writing, preparing for a job interview, searching for a job, etc. Each school or college houses career service offices within each of its departments. Workshops and personality assessments are offered through the career service offices. Check with your school or college for referral to any career-planning service available to you.

International Student Services International Student Services (ISS) serves the needs of international students holding either F or J visas. ISS assists international students in maintaining and achieving the benefits of their visa status while in the United States. All new international students are required by the U.S. federal government to check in with the ISS office upon arrival; this occurs by the student’s mandatory participation in International SOAR. At orientation, ISS staff provide an overview of the regulations to which student visa holders are subject, including compliance with the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System. Continuing students are encouraged to utilize the services of the ISS office if they have questions regarding their status. For more information about ISS and the range of services offered, visit their Web site at www.iss.wisc.edu.

Multicultural Resources Multicultural Student Center (MSC). The UW– Madison campus values diversity and the MSC has been providing opportunities by which differences can be celebrated. The MSC focuses its resources on the needs of five designated student of color groups (African American, American Indian, Asian American, Chicano and Puerto Rican). The Multicultural Student STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Center is a unit of the Division of Student Life and is located on the second floor of the Red Gym, 716 Langdon St. UW Diversity Resources. For additional information regarding diversity on the UW–Madison campus (i.e.: diversity plans, reports, policies, workshops, forums, etc.) please visit: www.diversity.wisc.edu/. The Office of Academic Services also offers multicultural resources. Contact Bridget Warren, Director of Inclusion and Life Skills Programming, at BRW@athletics. wisc.edu for information regarding the diversity and inclusion programming offered within the UW Athletic Department. For additional information please refer to page 18 of this handbook.

LGBT Campus Center The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Campus Center (LGBTCC) supports the academic mission of the University of Wisconsin–Madison by providing essential resources and services necessary for student success at the university and beyond. The LGBTCC provides support, social, educational, and research services to the campus community. Serving as an open meeting place for all queer students and organizations, the LGBTCC welcomes all who are in need of a place to relax or study. It serves as UW–Madison’s first stop for those looking for information about campus LGBT organizations as well as many other concerns of LGBTQA students. The LGBTCC is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Union. For more information please visit: www.wisc.edu/lgbt/.

Campus Women’s Center The Campus Women’s Center was founded in 1983 to confront the multiple oppressions woman-identified individuals face. The CWC works toward this goal by providing a variety of support services, educating the campus community on a number of women-centered issues, and serving as a resource and referral center for all students. The CWC affirms and celebrates women’s power to create social change by challenging and transforming institutions and relationships that oppress women. For more information please visit: http://campuswomenscenter.rso.wisc.edu/

McBurney Disability Resource Center The university provides disability-related services and accommodations to enrolled students with disabilities through the McBurney Disability Resource Center. The McBurney Center’s mission is to assist in creating an accessible university community where students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the educational environment. The center cooperates through partnerships with students, faculty and staff to promote students’ independence and to ensure recognition of their abilities, not disabilities. Contact: (608) 263–2741 or visit their Web site at www.mcburney.wisc.edu.

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Eligibility Rules

ELIGIBILITY RULES Only student-athletes who are eligible to compete may dress in uniform for a game or contest. You have five (5) years to compete for four years, allowing for one red-shirt season. Within each of those five (5) years, you are expected to progress toward your degree by meeting the following QUALITATIVE (GPA) and QUANTITATIVE (credits) requirements.

Your Clock Started in 2011 2011–12 • During Year 1 1.80 GPA after second semester Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 credits during the academic year Complete 24 credits

2012–13 • Begin Year 2 1.80 cumulative GPA to compete 24 earned credits in residence Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2013–14 • Begin Year 3 1.90 cumulative GPA to compete Declared a major or have pre-major approval on file 40% of the degree requirements complete at the start of the fall term Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2014–15 • Begin Year 4 2.0 cumulative GPA to compete 60% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

2015–16 • Begin Year 5 2.0 cumulative GPA 80% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

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Your Clock Started in 2010 2010–11 • During Year 1 1.80 GPA after second semester Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 credits during the academic year Complete 24 credits

2011–12 • Begin Year 2 1.80 cumulative GPA to compete 24 earned credits in residence Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2012–13 • Begin Year 3 1.90 cumulative GPA to compete Declared a major or have pre-major approval on file 40% of the degree requirements complete at the start of the fall term Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2013–14 • Begin Year 4 2.0 cumulative GPA to compete 60% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

2014–15 • Begin Year 5 2.0 cumulative GPA 80% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

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Your Clock Started in 2009 2009–10 • During Year 1 1.80 GPA after second semester Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 credits during the academic year Complete 24 credits

2010–11 • Begin Year 2 1.80 cumulative GPA to compete 24 earned credits in residence Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2011–12 • Begin Year 3 1.90 cumulative GPA to compete Declared a major or have pre-major approval on file 40% of the degree requirements complete at the start of the fall term Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2012–13 • Begin Year 4 2.0 cumulative GPA to compete 60% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

2013–14 • Begin Year 5 2.0 cumulative GPA 80% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

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CHAMPS LIFE SKILLS

Your Clock Started in 2008 2008–09 • During Year 1 1.80 GPA after second semester Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 credits during the academic year Complete 24 credits

2009–10 • Begin Year 2 1.80 cumulative GPA to compete 24 earned credits in residence Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2010–11 • Begin Year 3 1.90 cumulative GPA to compete Declared a major or have pre-major approval on file 40% of the degree requirements complete at the start of the fall term Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2011–12 • Begin Year 4 2.0 cumulative GPA to compete 60% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

2012–13 • Begin Year 5 2.0 cumulative GPA 80% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

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Your Clock Started in 2007 2007–08 • During Year 1 1.80 GPA after second semester Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 credits during the academic year Complete 24 credits

2008–09 • Begin Year 2 1.80 cumulative GPA to compete 24 earned credits in residence Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2009–10 • Begin Year 3 1.90 cumulative GPA to compete Declared a major or have pre-major approval on file 40% of the degree requirements complete at the start of the fall term Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year

2010–11 • Begin Year 4 2.0 cumulative GPA to compete 60% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

2011–12 • Begin Year 5 2.0 cumulative GPA 80% of degree requirements completed 5-year graduation plan verified and signed by major advisor Pass 6 degree credits each semester Pass 18 degree credits during the academic year Can be enrolled in fewer than 12 credits if the campus advisor verifies in writing that the student will graduate at the end of the term

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Athletes Helping Athletes As a University of Wisconsin–Madison athlete you will play an important role in continuing the tradition of Badger Athletics. Preserving the legacy for you and for our future Badger athletes is an important role of the National W Club. Founded in 1948, the National W Club is an association of varsity “W” award winners who have joined together for a specific purpose—to promote athletic and academic excellence at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. You will be part of this wonderful tradition. The W Club supports student-athletes in the following ways:

• Sponsoring the Academic Awards Banquet



• Purchasing senior rings



• Providing senior athletes an opportunity to post

their resume on our website

• Support the Athletic Department in numerous

ways during the year

The W Club wishes you success in Badger Athletics

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Big Ten/NCAA Rules & Regulations In accordance with NCAA rules and regulations, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is responsible for the control and conduct of its intercollegiate program. This includes accountability for the actions of student-athletes, coaches, support staff, faculty, and representatives of athletics interests (boosters). The following is a general overview of the NCAA and Big Ten regulations that affect student-athletes who attend UW– Madison. This is not an all-inclusive summary, so please contact the Compliance Office (265–5071) when you have questions.

Ethical Conduct As a member of the NCAA, all UW–Madison student-athletes shall act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times. A consequence of unethical conduct is a loss of eligibility to participate and/or to receive an athletic grant-in-aid. Unethical conduct may include, but is not limited to the following: (a) Refusal to furnish information relevant to an investigation of a possible violation of an NCAA regulation when requested to do so by the NCAA or the university; (b) Knowing involvement in arranging for fraudulent academic credit or false transcripts; (c) Knowing involvement in offering or providing a prospective or enrolled studentathlete an improper inducement or extra benefit or improper financial aid; (d) Knowingly furnishing or knowingly influencing others to furnish the NCAA or the individual’s institution false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation; (e) Receipt of benefits by an institutional staff member for facilitating or arranging a meeting between a student-athlete and an agent, financial advisor or a representative of an agent or advisor (e.g., “runner”); (f) Knowing involvement in providing a banned substance or impermissible supplement to studentathletes, or knowingly providing medications to student-athletes contrary to medical licensure, commonly accepted standards of care in sports medicine practice, or state and federal law; (g) Failure to provide complete and accurate information to the NCAA or institution’s admissions office regarding an individual’s academic record (e.g., schools attended, completion of coursework, grades and test scores); STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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(h) Fraudulence or misconduct in connection with entrance or placement examinations; (i) Engaging in any athletics competition under an assumed name or with intent to otherwise deceive; (j) Failure to provide complete and accurate information to the NCAA, the NCAA Eligibility Center or the institution’s athletics department regarding an individual’s amateur status; or (k) Knowledge of or use of banned drugs.

Sports Wagering Activities Student-athletes shall not knowingly participate in sports wagering activities or provide information to individuals involved in or associated with any type of sports wagering activities concerning intercollegiate, amateur or professional athletics competition. The prohibition against sports wagering applies to any institutional practice or any competition (intercollegiate, amateur or professional) in a sport in which the Association conducts championship competition, in bowl subdivision football and in emerging sports for women.

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BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS Sports wagering includes placing, accepting or soliciting a wager (on a staff member’s or student-athlete’s own behalf or on the behalf of others) of any type with any individual or organization on any intercollegiate, amateur or professional team or contest. Examples of sports wagering include, but are not limited to, the use of a bookmaker or parlay card; Internet sports wagering; auctions in which bids are placed on teams, individuals or contests; and pools or fantasy leagues in which an entry fee is required and there is an opportunity to win a prize. A wager is any agreement in which an individual or entity agrees to give up an item of value (e.g., cash, shirt, dinner) in exchange for the possibility of gaining another item of value.

Amateurism A student-athlete must maintain amateur status to compete in intercollegiate athletics for UW–Madison. The following activities will result in the individual losing amateur status and eligibility to compete in a particular sport: (a) Using his or her athletic skill (directly or indirectly) for pay in any form in that sport; (b) Accepts a promise of pay even if such pay is to be received following completion of intercollegiate athletics participation; (c) Signs a contract or commitment of any kind to play professional athletics, regardless of its legal enforceability or any consideration received; (See Bylaw 12.2.5.1 for exceptions) (d) Receives, directly or indirectly, a salary, reimbursement of expenses, or any other form of financial assistance from a professional sports organization based upon athletics skill or participation, except as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations; (e) Competes on any professional athletics team (per Bylaw 12.02.4), even if no pay or remuneration for expenses was received; (f) Subsequent to initial full-time collegiate enrollment, enters into a professional draft (see also Bylaw 12.2.4.2 for exceptions); or (g) Enters into an agreement with an agent. Note: An individual may request information about professional market value without affecting his or her amateur status. Please contact the Compliance Office before taking action.

Preferential Treatment, Benefits, or Services Preferential treatment, benefits, or services because of the individual’s athletics reputation or skill or pay-back potential as a professional athlete is prohibited, unless such treatment, benefits, or services are specifically permitted under NCAA legislation.

Promotional Activities The University of Wisconsin Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, per NCAA Bylaw 12.5 1.1, is required to submit written approval for all student-athletes participating in any charitable or non-profit activities considered incidental to participation in intercollegiate athletics. Prior to participating in any promotional activities, studentathletes must sign the Student-Athlete Promotional Activity Waiver. If a waiver is not provided by the sponsoring organization or individual, please contact Alan STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Zussman at AHZ@ athletics.wisc.edu or visit uwbadgers.com. A member institution or recognized entity thereof (e.g., fraternity, sorority or student government organization), a member conference or a non-institutional charitable, educational or nonprofit agency may use a student-athlete’s name, picture or appearance to support its charitable or educational activities or to support activities considered incidental to the student-athlete’s participation in intercollegiate athletics, provided the following conditions are met: (a) The student-athlete receives prior written approval from the director of athletics (or his or her designee who may not be a coaching staff member), subject to the limitations on participants in such activities as set forth in Bylaw 17; (b) The specific activity or project in which the student-athlete participates does not involve co-sponsorship, advertisement or promotion by a commercial agency other than through the reproduction of the sponsoring company’s officially registered regular trademark or logo on printed materials such as pictures, posters or calendars. The company’s emblem, name, address, telephone number, and web site may be included with the trademark or logo. Personal names, messages and slogans (other than an officially registered trademark) are prohibited; (c) The name or picture of a student-athlete with remaining eligibility may not appear on an institution’s printed promotional item (e.g., poster, calendar) that includes a reproduction of a product with which a commercial entity is associated if the commercial entity’s officially registered regular trademark or logo also appears on the item; (d) The student-athlete does not miss class; (e) All moneys derived from the activity or project go directly to the member institution, member conference or the charitable, educational, or nonprofit agency; (f) The student-athlete may accept legitimate and normal expenses from the member institution, member conference, or the charitable, educational, or nonprofit agency related to participation in such activity; (g) The student-athlete’s name, picture or appearance is not utilized to promote the commercial ventures of any nonprofit agency; (h) Any commercial items with names or pictures of multiple student-athletes (other than highlight films or media guides per Bylaw 12.5.1.7) may be sold only at a member institution at which the student-athlete is enrolled, institutionally controlled (owned and operated) outlets, or outlets controlled by the charitable or educational organization (e.g., location of the charitable or educational organization, site of charitable event during the event). Items that include an individual student-athlete’s name, picture or likeness (e.g., name on jersey, name or likeness on a bobble-head doll), other than informational items (e.g., media guide, schedule cards, institutional publications), may not be sold; and (i) The student-athlete and an authorized representative of the charitable, educational, or nonprofit agency sign a release statement ensuring that the studentathlete’s name, image or appearance is used in a manner consistent with the requirements of this section. Always check with your coach, Director of Athletic Communications, and/or the Life Skills coordinator on all interviews, photos, and promotional activities.

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BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS Employment It is permissible for student-athletes to earn legitimate on- and off-campus employment income at any time. However, employment will still be monitored to ensure: • P ay is commensurate with the going rate for similar services; • Compensation is only for work actually performed; and • Compensation does not include any remuneration for value or utility that the student-athlete may have because of the publicity, reputation, fame, or personal following he/she has obtained because of athletics ability. • N o benefits or privileges are provided to you by your employer that are not provided to all employees (e.g., transportation, meals, entertainment, etc.). Prior to beginning a job, you must fill out the Student-Athlete Employment Permission Form with the Compliance Office. If the employment involves fee-for-lesson there are additional rules. A student-athlete may receive compensation for teaching or coaching sport skills or techniques in his/her sport on a fee-for-lesson basis, provided: (a) You must complete a form with the Compliance Office prior to engaging in any feefor-lesson activities at any time (including vacation periods); (b) Institutional facilities are not used; (c) Playing lessons shall not be permitted (e.g., cannot be hired as a practice partner); (d) The compensation is paid by the lesson recipient (or the recipient’s family) and not another individual or entity; (e) When teaching lessons to more than one individual at a time, a student-athlete must provide instruction to each individual that is comparable to the instruction that would be provided during a private lesson; and (f) The student-athlete does not use his or her name, picture or appearance to promote or advertise the availability of fee-for-lesson sessions. A student-athlete with remaining eligibility is not permitted to conduct his or her own camp or clinic.

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Recruiting After reports of excessive entertainment in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes made national headlines, the NCAA appointed a task force to review NCAA rules and practices related to official campus visits and to propose appropriate changes. One of the adopted changes required every NCAA Division I institution to develop recruiting visit policies that specifically prohibit certain activities. Before a prospect’s official visit, the University of Wisconsin notifies the prospect of these restrictions. Please understand that although these are NCAA rules, the University of Wisconsin has always and continues to support fully the prohibition of these activities. The NCAA requires all institutions to prohibit underage use of alcohol, use of drugs or intimate relations, activities that violate criminal law, gambling activities, and adult entertainment on official visits. If you have any questions or concerns about these policies, then please contact your head coach. Involvement by enrolled student-athletes in the recruiting process may include meeting with a prospective student-athlete during a visit to campus or serving as a student host during a prospect’s official visit. Please carefully review the following rules pertaining to student hosts. (a) If you are a freshman, you must have been a high school qualifier. (b) You must be enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Wisconsin. (c) A maximum of $30 for each day on the visit may be provided to you to cover all costs of entertaining the prospect (and the prospect’s parents, legal guardians, or spouse), excluding the cost of meals and admission to campus athletic events. These funds may not be used for the purchase of souvenirs such as T-shirts or other institutional mementos. The student host may be provided with an additional $15 per day for each additional prospect the host entertains. (d) If more than one student hosts a prospect, the $30 per day entertainment money may be used to cover expenses incurred by the prospect and all hosts. Only one student host per prospect may be provided a free meal when accompanying the prospect to that meal; 44

BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS (e) N o cash may be given to the visiting prospect or anyone else. After the official visit, the student host is expected to return to his or her coach any unused host money. Keeping any amount of unused host money after the official visit concludes is considered an impermissible extra benefit under NCAA rules and doing so will jeopardize your athletics eligibility. (f) You may not use vehicles provided or arranged by any coach, institutional staff member or booster of the university. Never allow the recruit to use or drive your car. (g) You may not transport the prospect or anyone accompanying the prospect more than 30 miles from campus. (h) You should not allow recruiting conversations to occur on- or off-campus between the prospect and a booster of the athletic program. (i) You may receive a complimentary admission to a campus athletic event provided the admission is used to accompany a prospect to that event. (j) The safety and well-being of both you and the prospect are of paramount importance. To that end, neither you nor the prospect may engage in the following activities during the official visit. • N o underage use of alcohol • N o use of drugs or sex as a recruiting device • N o gambling or gaming activities of any type • N o use of strippers, a gentleman’s club, or an equivalent A visiting prospect may engage in recreational or workout activities as long as the coaches do not organize and are not present during such activities, and the activities are not designed to test the athletic abilities of the prospect. No UW athletic gear may be issued to the prospect. Enrolled student-athletes shall not make or participate in phone calls to prospects at the direction of the coaching staff member or financed by the institution or a representative of athletics interests. You may receive calls from a prospect made at the prospect’s expense. You may correspond with a prospect as long as it is not done at the direction and/ or expense of the UW. STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Extra Benefits An extra-benefit is any special arrangement made by an institutional employee or representative of our athletics interest (booster), to provide you and/or your relatives or friends with a benefit not expressly authorized by the NCAA and not generally available to the student body. Some examples of extra-benefits that are not permissible per NCAA rules include: (a) A special discount, payment arrangement or credit on purchase (i.e., airline ticket, clothing) or services (i.e., hair, massage, tattoo, laundry, dry cleaning); (b) A loan of money, or an institutional employee or booster signing or co-signing a note to arrange a loan in any amount; (c) A guarantee of bond; (d) The use of an automobile; (e) Transportation (except as permitted under the occasional-ride-and-meal rules, see below), even if the student-athlete reimburses the staff member or institution for the appropriate amount of the gas or expense; (f) A benefit connected with off-campus housing (i.e., television sets or stereo equipment, specialized recreational facilities, free or reduced rent); (g) Payment from any source for complimentary admissions or an exchange or assign them for any item of value; (h) Holiday or birthday gifts given by athletic department staff or boosters; and (i) Use of an institutional or booster’s phone or credit card to make off-campus phone calls. Institutional staff members may provide reasonable local transportation not related to practice or competition to student-athletes on an occasional basis. A student-athlete or the entire team in a sport may receive an occasional meal in the locale of the institution on infrequent and special occasions from an institutional staff member. An institutional staff member may provide reasonable local transportation to student-athletes to attend such meals. A student-athlete may receive an occasional meal from a booster on infrequent and special occasions provided: (a) The meal may only be provided in an individual’s home, on campus or at a facility that is regularly used for home competition and may be catered; and (b) The booster hosting the meal at his/her home provides reasonable local transportation to student-athletes to attend the meal. 46

BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS Regardless of whether the occasional meal is provided by an institutional staff member or a booster, a student-athlete may not receive more than 12 occasional meals each academic year (July–June) from staff and boosters combined.

Awards/Gear/Memorabilia It is impermissable for you, your family, or friends to sell or exchange any of these items for anything of value: • • • • •

 ig Ten Championship rings B Autographed memorabilia Any awards that you have received Athletic clothing or gear Complimentary admissions

* This is not an exhaustive list. Therefore, before you make a decision that can jeopardize your eligibility, ask your coaches or compliance.

Complimentary Admissions The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s policy for complimentary admissions is designed to comply with NCAA and Big Ten Conference legislation. Each studentathlete who is a participant in an intercollegiate contest may receive four complimentary admissions per home or away contest. A pass list at a specified area will list those individuals designated by the studentathlete to receive complimentary admissions. The following types of people may not receive complimentary admissions from a student-athlete:

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a. Agents/Family Advisors b. Representative of Athletics Interests (“Boosters”) c. Prospects/Recruits d. Family, friends or requests of UW coaches and staff e. Media f. Public Officials g. Athletic Department Staff Members (e.g., full-time, part-time, LTEs, and tutors) h. Professors and Teaching Assistants

Who is a Representative of Athletics Interests (Booster)? a. Donors b. Summer job employers c. Boosters or sport specific support groups d. Professors e. Anyone else who has: i. Participated in, or is a member of an organization, promoting the institution’s intercollegiate athletics program ii. Made financial contributions to the athletics department or an athletics booster organization iii. A ssisted or been requested to assist in recruiting prospective student-athletes iv. A ssisted or is providing benefits to enrolled student-athletes or their families; or v. Been involved otherwise in promoting the UW’s athletics program • A  student may not receive payment from any source for his or her complimentary admissions and may not exchange or assign them for any item of value. • Individuals designated by the student-athlete to receive complimentary admissions are not permitted to receive any type of payment for these admissions or to exchange or assign them for any item of value. • An institution may not provide a special arrangement to sell a studentathlete ticket(s) to an athletics event. Tickets shall be available for purchase by student-athletes according to the same purchasing procedures used for other students. • A student-athlete, or the studentathlete’s parents, other relatives or 48

BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS friends, may not purchase tickets from a representative of athletics interests. All requests to purchase tickets must be made through the Athletic Ticket Office. A student-athlete is not permitted to receive free admissions to football, men’s basketball, or men’s ice hockey unless the athlete is: • • • •

P articipating in that sport; Serving as a student host for a prospect on an official visit; Being honored at that sporting event; or Being placed on the complimentary admissions list of a participant in that sport.

If you are in a facility where an event is taking place for other reasons related to your sport and do not have a ticket or are not on a pass-list at the designated gate, you may remain only in the part of the facility you need to be for those activities and are not allowed in any area where the event is directly taking place. If you are found to have violated this rule, you will be declared immediately ineligible and a report of the violation will be sent to the Big Ten Conference. In order to restore your eligibility, you will have to pay for the value of the admission you received at minimum. Contact ticket manager Brian Moore (265–2654) if you have additional questions or concerns.

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P ractices (not more than 4 hours per day) Athletics meetings with a coach initiated or required by a coach Field, floor, or on-court activity Discussion or review of game films Setting up offensive and defensive alignment Required weight-training and conditioning activities Competition (counts as three hours regardless of duration) Visiting the competition site in the sports of Cross Country and Golf Participation outside the regular season in individual skill-related instruction with a member of the coaching staff • Required participation in camps/clinics NONCOUNTABLE

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• T raining table meals • Attending banquets (awards or post-season banquets) • Fundraising activities or public relations/promotional activities and community services projects PROHIBITED NONCOUNTABLE ATHLETICALLY RELATED ACTIVITIES

• C  ountable related activities may not be conducted at any time (including vacation periods) following competition, except between contests, rounds or events during a multiday or multievent competition (e.g., double-headers in softball or baseball, rounds of golf in a multiday tournament). • Countable athletically related activities shall not occur between midnight and 5 a.m.

Seasons of Competition Each student-athlete has four years of eligibility for competition, and must complete their eligibility within five years from the time the student-athlete initially registers in a regular academic term of an academic year for a full-time program of studies and attends the first day of classes for that term. Any competition, regardless of time, during a season in an intercollegiate sport counts as a season of competition in that sport. A student-athlete may be granted an additional year of competition by the Big Ten Conference for reasons of “hardship.” Hardship is defined as an incapacity resulting from an injury or illness that has occurred under all of the following conditions: (a) the incapacitating injury or illness occurs during the first half of the playing season that concludes with the NCAA championship in that sport and results in incapacity to compete for the remainder of that playing season; and (b) the injury or illness occurs when the student-athlete has not participated in more than three contests or 30 percent (whichever number is greater) of the team’s scheduled or completed contests or dates of competition in his or her sport.

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BIG 10/NCAA RULES & REGULATIONS In-Season Activities Student-athletes are limited to 20 hours a week and 4 hours maximum per day of countable athletically related activity. The “week” is determined by each sport’s coaching staff and must be on file in the Compliance Office before practice begins each semester. Once the week is determined, it cannot change for the remainder of the segment. Golf may exceed the 4 hours per day limit for a practice round, but may not exceed the 20 hours per week limit. A practice round played on the day prior to the start of a collegiate golf tournament at the tournament site shall count as three hours, regardless of the actual duration of the round. Each day of competition counts as three hours, no matter the length of the contest or the amount of activity before the contest. Practice activities are not permitted after a contest (including during vacation periods), except between contests, rounds, or events during a multi-day or multi-event competition. Student-athletes must be given one day off per week on which no required practice activities may occur.

Out of Season Activities for Sports other than Football From the UW’s first day of classes to one week prior to the beginning of the final exam period at the conclusion of the academic year, student-athletes may engage in no more than eight hours of required weight training and conditioning activities per week. Two of the eight hours may include skill instruction. More than four student-athletes from the team may be involved in skill-related instruction with their coaches from September 15 through April 15. Prior to September 15 and after April 15, no more than four student-athletes per team may be involved in skill instruction at any one time at any location. Football may utilize the two hours to view game film only and is not limited to four student-athletes at a time. All countable athletically related activities are prohibited during two calendar days per week during the out of season. All athletically related activities are prohibited one week prior to the beginning of the final examination period for the applicable academic term through the conclusion of each student-athlete’s final exams. No class time shall be missed for practice activities except when a team is traveling to an away-from-home contest and the practice is in conjunction with the contest, or the institution is the host for a conference or NCAA championship. In that latter instance, you may miss class time to attend practice the day before the championship. Your coach is required to turn in practice logs to compliance every month, verified by the signature of at least four student-athletes. If you have questions/comments on this, you should 1) contact the student-athletes on your team that sign the logs; 2) talk with your sport administrator or compliance; or 3) place a comment in the anonymous box in the Fetzer Center.

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Outside Competition Anytime a member of an individual sport at the UW wishes to participate in a competition while not representing the UW, the student-athlete is competing unattached. An unattached competitor: • Cannot wear UW apparel that includes UW identification; • Cannot receive expenses from the UW; and • Cannot receive instruction from a UW coach. If you plan on practicing or competing in an event while not representing the UW during or between terms of the academic year, you must receive prior written approval from the Director of Athletics or designee. Please see the Compliance Office to complete the appropriate paperwork. A student-athlete in any sport other than basketball who participates during the academic year as a member of any outside team in any non-collegiate, amateur competition becomes ineligible for intercollegiate competition in that sport for the remainder of that year and for the next academic year. Exceptions include: • For sports other than basketball, competing outside the sport’s declared playing and practice season during any official institutional vacation period. • Soccer and Volleyball only: Competing outside of the playing season after May 1 and no class time is missed for practice and competition. • Competition as individual/not representing institution (e.g., unattached). • Tryouts/Competition that can qualify for the U.S. National Team or Olympic Team (or equivalent teams for international student-athletes in their home countries). Please see the Compliance Office to complete the appropriate paperwork prior to participation. A basketball student-athlete who participates in any outside organized basketball competition becomes ineligible for any further intercollegiate competition in the sport of basketball. Exceptions include: Basketball student-athletes may compete on only one team in one approved summer league between June 15 and August 31. Please see the Compliance Office for the required prior permission form as well as for all other guidelines and exceptions to the outside competition rule for basketball.

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University Rules and Policies

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University Rules and Policies Policy on Religious Issues The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics respects and supports the right of each student-athlete and staff member to worship or not worship, and to practice or not practice, a religion as she or he chooses. The division maintains an environment in which student-athletes and employees can work, learn, and compete free from harassment or intimidation based on religious beliefs or practices. The mission of the division does not include sponsoring religious events or activities. Procedures All employees and student-athletes are expected to act in accordance with this stated policy regarding religion. Coaches, administrators, and others who have supervisory authority have a special responsibility—because of the differential power they enjoy— to uphold and support the rights of individuals to make choices regarding their religious beliefs and practices. Coaches should make reasonable accommodations to religious requests so long as accommodations do not constitute coaches endorsing, fostering, or encouraging a religious view or practice over another, or religion over non-religion. Coaches should make it clear to student-athletes that any such accommodation is intended only for the athlete’s benefit, and is not part of a team philosophy. The main goals

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of any team are to develop the student, the student-athlete and to win, not to further any religion. Coaches should maintain neutrality regarding religious issues in the same sense that they acknowledge reasonable religious requests without taking sides, and that they make a clear and visible distinction between their own religious views as individuals and their obligations and policies as coaches. Student-athletes and employees who believe they are victims of inappropriate pressure, intimidation, or harassment based on religion are encouraged to express their concern or lodge a complaint with any of the following (in no order of priority): • Dean of Students • Athletic Academic Advisor • Faculty Athletics Representative • Chair of Athletic Board • Academic Affairs Committee of the Athletic Board • Office for Equity and Diversity • Athletic Director or Associate Athletic Director • Coach or Supervisor Information regarding these policies and procedures will be provided annually to all employees and student-athletes through a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, the following: Student-Athlete Handbook, Coaches’ Policy Guide, annual memos to staff, start-of-the-year student-athletes meetings, coaches’ meetings, and general booster club meetings.

Policy on Sexual Assault and Abuse The University of Wisconsin–Madison Athletic Department does not tolerate sexual assault or abuse, such as rape (including date rape) or other forms of nonconsensual sexual activity (including sexual harassment). Such activity degrades the victims, our campus community, and society in general. Sexual assault and abuse is nonconsensual physical contact of a sexual nature. Sexual assault and abuse can occur between parties known or unknown to each other. Sexual harassment includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexual exploitation, and gestures or other forms of communication of a sexual nature considered inappropriate to the academic, athletic, or employment setting of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Any student-athlete who believes that he/she has been subject to sexual assault, abuse or harassment should report the incident immediately to the Office for Equity and Diversity (263–2378). Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action, which may include criminal prosecution and separation from the University. Conversely, where results of an investigation reveal a complaint of sexual harassment to be frivolous or groundless, the individual having made such a complaint may be subject to the same disciplinary action.

Policy on Hazing Students at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are strictly prohibited from engaging in any type of hazing activity. Wisconsin Statute 948.51 prohibits UW–Madison students from engaging in any form of hazing. The statute states: 56

UNIVERSITY RULES AND POLICIES (1) On hazing or “forced activity” means any activity which is a condition of initiation or admission into or affiliation with an organization, regardless of a student’s willingness to participate in the activity. Hazing also includes any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off-campus, that produces mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. (2) No person may intentionally or recklessly engage in acts which endanger the physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization operating in connection with a school, college or university. Under those circumstances, prohibited acts may include any brutality of a physical nature, such as whipping, beating, branding, forced consumption of any food, liquor, drug or other substance, forced confinement or any other forced activity which endangers the physical health or safety of the student. This includes any action that endangers the health or well-being of an individual, is personally degrading, has an adverse effect on the academic performance of the student, or which violates any federal, state or local statute or University policy. Individual or group consent to hazing activity in no way validates the activity or excludes those perpetuating it from being charged with a crime. (3) Whoever violates sub. (2) is guilty of: (a) A Class A misdemeanor if the act results in or is likely to result in bodily harm to another. (b) A Class E felony if the act results in great bodily harm or death to another.

Wisconsin System Non-Academic Misconduct Policy—UWS 17.03 In addition to the Wisconsin Statute, UWS Chapter 17.03 also prohibits hazing related activities and are subject to nonacademic misconduct disciplinary action. UWS 17.03 Nonacademic misconduct subject to disciplinary action. The university may discipline a student in nonacademic matters in the following situations: (1) (a) F or conduct which constitutes a serious danger to the personal safety of a member of the university community or guest. (b) Examples of the conduct prohibited by this subsection include, but are not limited to: engaging in conduct that is a crime involving danger to property or persons, as defined in s. UWS 18.06 (22) (d); attacking or otherwise physically abusing, threatening to physically injure or physically intimidating a member of the university community or a guest; attacking or throwing rocks or other dangerous objects at law enforcement personnel, or inciting others to do so; selling or delivering a controlled substance, as defined in ch. 961, Stats., or possessing a controlled substance with intent to sell or deliver; removing, tampering with or otherwise rendering useless university equipment or property intended for use in preserving or protecting the safety of members of the university community, such as fire alarms, fire extinguishers, fire exit signs, first aid equipment, or emergency telephones; or obstructing fire escape routes. Note: The offenses enumerated in s. UWS 18.06 (22) (d) include serious crimes against the person, such as sexual assault. (2) (a) F or stalking or harassment. (b) This subsection does not apply to conduct that is or acts that are protected by a person’s right to freedom of speech or to peaceably assemble with others under the state and U.S. Constitutions, including, but not limited to, any of the following: 1. Giving publicity to and obtaining or communicating information regarding any subject, whether by advertising, speaking or patrolling any public street or any place where any person or persons may lawfully be. 2. Assembling peaceably. 3. Peaceful picketing or patrolling. (3) For conduct that seriously damages or destroys university property or attempts to damage or destroy university property, or the property of a member of the university community or guest. (4) (a) For conduct that obstructs or seriously impairs or attempts to obstruct or seriously impair university-run or university-authorized activities, or that interferes with or impedes the ability of a member of the university community, or guest, to participate in university-run or university-authorized activities. (b) Examples of the conduct prohibited under this subsection include, but are not limited to: preventing or blocking physical entry to, or exit from, a university building, corridor or room; engaging in shouted interruptions, whistling, or similar means of interSTUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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fering with a classroom presentation or a university-sponsored speech or program; obstructing a university officer or employee engaged in the lawful performance of duties; obstructing or interfering with a student engaged in attending classes or participating in university-run or university-authorized activities; or knowingly disrupting access to university computing resources, or misusing university computing resources. (5) For unauthorized possession of university property or property of another member of the university community or guest. (6) For acts which violate the provisions of ch. UWS 18, Conduct on University Lands. (7) For knowingly making a false statement to any university employee or agent regarding a university matter, or for refusing to identify oneself to such employee or agent. (8) For violating a standard of conduct, or other requirement or restriction imposed in connection with disciplinary action. History: Cr. Register, May, 1996, No. 485, eff. 9–1–96; correction

Examples of activities or situations that could meet the definition of hazing include, but are not limited to the following: • Interference with a student’s academic performance • Forcing, requiring, or endorsing calisthenics outside of an organized team practice • Degrading, humiliating, or compromising games or activities • Forced consumption of any liquid or solid • Deprivation of food or sleep • Falsely leading an individual(s) to believe that they will become a member after completing a certain activity. • Forcing, requiring, or endorsing branding, scarring, or tattooing • Forcing individuals to participate in activities that are not consistent with the University’s mission, rules, regulations and policies or federal, state or local law Report any hazing incident to the Athletic Department Sport Administrator and/or the Dean of Students’ office at 263–5700.

Academic Misconduct Guide for Students Part of the value of your degree from the University lies in the standards of academic honesty and integrity maintained by the campus. To avoid academic misconduct (cheating), it is important you understand its definition, our expectations of you, and your rights if you are involved in an allegation of academic misconduct. As a UW–Madison student, you have the right to expect that you and other students will be graded fairly, and you have rights of due process should you be accused of misconduct. You also have an obligation to conduct your academic work with honesty and integrity according to university standards. Therefore, it is important that you: • Become familiar with the rules of academic misconduct. • Ask your instructor if you are unsure what behaviors constitute academic misconduct in a specific class or assignment (for example: how to reference from the Web or whether to work with another student on an assignment). • Let your instructors know if you think you see incidents of misconduct. • Be aware that helping someone else cheat is a violation of the rules and may result in misconduct charges against you. Definitions Academic honesty requires that the course work (drafts, reports, examinations, papers) a student presents to an instructor honestly and accurately indicates the student’s own academic efforts. 58

UNIVERSITY RULES AND POLICIES UWS 14 is the chapter of the University of Wisconsin System Administrative code that regulates academic misconduct. UW–Madison implements the rules defined in UWS 14 through its Student Academic Misconduct Campus Procedures. UWS 14 defines academic misconduct as: UWS 14.03 Academic Misconduct Subject to Disciplinary Action (1) Academic misconduct is an act in which a student: (a) seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization or citation; (b) uses unauthorized materials or fabricated data in any academic exercise; (c) forges or falsifies academic documents or records; (d) intentionally impedes or damages the academic work of others; (e) engages in conduct aimed at making false representation of a student’s academic performance (f) assists other students in any of these acts. Examples include but are not limited to: cutting and pasting text from the Web without quotation marks or proper citation; paraphrasing from the Web without crediting the source; using notes or a programmable calculator in an exam when such use is not allowed; using another person’s ideas, words, or research and presenting it as one’s own by not properly crediting the originator; stealing examinations or course materials; changing or creating data in a lab experiment; altering a transcript; signing another person’s name to an attendance sheet; collaboration that is contrary to the stated rules of the course; or tampering with a lab experiment or computer program of another student.

Advice and Assistance If you are accused of misconduct, you may have questions and concerns about the process. If so, you should feel free to call the Division of Student Life at 263–5700 or send an e-mail to [email protected]. Special Points About Collaboration You should be aware that different instructors have different expectations about working with others. If you wish to consult with or work with another student on an assignment and you are not sure of the course rules, ask the instructor. It is each student’s responsibility to seek information about the boundaries of appropriately working with others on assignments, papers, experiments, or examinations. If no rules concerning working with others have been discussed in a course, the student must assume that working with others—writing a paper, completing homework, or taking an exam—is not permitted. Plagiarism Plagiarism means presenting the words or ideas of others without giving credit. You should know the principles of plagiarism and the correct rules for citing sources. In general, if your paper implies that you are the originator of words or ideas, they must in fact be your own. If you use someone else’s exact words, they should be enclosed in quotation marks with the exact source listed. You may put someone else’s idea in your own words as long as you indicate whose idea it was (for example, “As Jane Smith points out,”). If you are unsure about the proper ways to give credit to sources, ask your instructor or consult the Writing Center at 6171 Helen C. White Hall for a copy of their handout “Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Acknowledging Sources.” If You Are Accused of Cheating If it appears to an instructor that you might be involved in an incident of academic misconduct—cheating on an exam, plagiarizing a paper, or interfering with another student’s lab work—the instructor will invite you to meet to discuss the situation.*

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At this meeting the instructor will review the evidence, and you will have the opportunity to explain your perspective. If the instructor is persuaded that you have not been involved, that no misconduct has occurred, or that no action is warranted, that will be the end of the matter. If the instructor concludes that academic misconduct has occurred, he or she may then decide on one or more of the following penalties. * If you are not enrolled in the class involved, the instructor will refer the matter to an Investigating Officer in the Division of Student Life.

Disciplinary Penalties UWS 14 lists penalties as a through j. The three groups of penalties have different procedures and consequences for the student. Group A (a) An oral reprimand (b) A written reprimand presented only to the student (c) An assignment to repeat the work to be graded on its merits Group B (d) A lower or failing grade on the particular assignment or test (e) A lower grade in the course (f) A failing grade in the course (g) Removal of the student from the course in progress (h) A written reprimand to be included in the student’s disciplinary file Group C (i) University disciplinary probation for up to two semesters (j) Suspension for up to two years or expulsion from the university Dean’s Recommendation of Additional Sanctions When the Division of Student Life receives an academic misconduct report from an instructor, an Investigating Officer will determine if additional disciplinary sanctions for the misconduct are warranted. If the Investigating Officer determines that additional sanctions may be appropriate, he or she will contact you to hear your perspective. Based on the meeting with you, and after speaking with the instructor or others involved, the Investigating Officer will review the evidence and prepare a written report containing his or her findings and recommendations. If this is a second offense or if you are in a graduate or professional program, the Officer will generally recommend university disciplinary suspension for up to two years. This disciplinary penalty is in addition to the instructor’s sanction. The Disciplinary Process Group A: a-c The instructor may decide on an oral or written reprimand, and/or ask you to repeat the work affected by the misconduct. If the instructor chooses to have you repeat the work, s/he must grade it on its merits, making no deduction for the previous misconduct. The instructor is not required to make any written notice or record of his or her decision. While the instructor’s actions do constitute discipline, no permanent record is made for the penalties in this group. You do have the right to contest any penalty imposed, even these very mild ones (see hearing section), and so you should keep some notes about the incident in case they are needed. 60

UNIVERSITY RULES AND POLICIES Group B: d-h Penalties d-h require that the instructor prepare a written report, summarizing the reasons for the belief that misconduct has occurred, and proposing one or more appropriate sanctions. The instructor must send or give a copy of this report to you, along with a copy of the rules governing academic misconduct. Copies of the report will be sent to the Division of Student Life and your Academic Dean’s office. If you wish to appeal either the factual conclusions in the report or the proposed sanction, you must file a request for a hearing within 10 days; otherwise, the recommended sanction will be imposed. Note: If academic misconduct results in an F or a lowered final grade in a course, the grade will not be removed from a student’s transcript by dropping or withdrawing. Group C: i-j If disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion is recommended as a sanction, the instructor must refer the case to an Investigating Officer (usually in the Division of Student Life). You will be notified that your case has been referred. The Investigating Officer will meet with you to hear statements, examine the evidence, and prepare the written report. A hearing will be scheduled for these sanctions unless you formally waive your right to such a hearing. The Right to a Hearing If you wish to contest a report of any misconduct, a hearing will be scheduled. You must request such a hearing for sanctions a-h within 10 days of the instructor’s oral or written decision. Requests for hearings should be sent in writing to the Division of Student Life, 75 Bascom Hall. Note: If you are requesting a hearing, you should continue to attend, take examinations, and participate in the class pending the outcome of the hearing.

For sanctions i and j (probation, suspension, or expulsion), a hearing will automatically be scheduled unless you waive your right to such a hearing in writing. If the proposed sanction is suspension or expulsion, you may choose to have your case heard by the Academic Misconduct Hearing Committee, which will include at least one student member, or by an individual hearing examiner appointed by the chancellor. At the hearing, the instructor, the investigating officer, and you will each be asked to present evidence and make a statement. If you wish, you may be accompanied by a person of your choosing. The committee or examiner will listen to the evidence and statements and then decide whether academic misconduct has occurred and what the sanction should be. The committee or examiner is not limited to the sanction recommended by the instructor. In cases in which the hearing committee or examiner prescribes the sanctions of suspension or expulsion, a further appeal to the chancellor on the record of the hearing is possible. Finally, the Board of Regents has the right to review the record further. What To Do if You See Someone Cheating Honest students are rightfully distressed when they see cheating occur. Students may sometimes see behaviors which are not noticed by instructors. The integrity of the classroom is threatened, and grading curves may be affected. You should feel free to discuss your concerns and observations with your instructor. S/he will want to know about it, to decide whether or not to take action in a particular case or to take steps to prevent such cheating in the future. The instructor STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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may ask you if you would be willing to testify at a hearing, although you will not be forced to do so. If you still have concerns after talking with your instructor, you may consult with your Academic Dean or the Division of Student Life. You may help other students by warning them that cheating is a violation of the UW System Administrative code and may result in severe consequences for them. Instructors and the university do impose disciplinary sanctions upon students that commit academic misconduct. These academic misconduct rules are an important part of our effort to support academic integrity, but they are not enough by themselves. Cheating will remain a problem until all members of the university community—faculty, students, and staff—make clear and open their values on and commitment to academic honesty. This section contains a summary of the UW–Madison academic misconduct rules and procedures as adopted by the Chancellor and Board of Regents. The full text of the rules and procedures relating to academic misconduct is available at http://students.wisc.edu/saja/ misconduct/misconduct.html; if you have questions, call the Division of Student Life at 263–5700.

Institutional Discipline Separate and apart from the Summary Suspension permitted above, a studentathlete may face institutional or departmental disciplinary action based upon the same facts or incident that led to a finding of a violation of law or a criminal charge. If pursued, institutional discipline would proceed as explained in B (below). In the event that departmental discipline is pursued, including discipline by a head coach, the policies and procedures on misconduct, appeals, and hearings set out in the Student-Athlete Handbook and as set out in C (below) would be followed. If cancellation, gradation, or non-renewal of financial aid is contemplated, separate procedures as required by the NCAA will by followed.

Violations of University Regulations Violations of university regulations outlined in administrative code provisions UWS 14 (academic misconduct), UWS 17 (non-academic misconduct), and UWS 18 (conduct on university grounds) are reported to the Dean of Students and are handled in accordance with the judicial process published in the Student Information Handbook and at http://students.wisc.edu/saja/misconduct/misconduct.html separate and apart from proceedings under the student-athlete discipline policy. Violations must be reported immediately to Student Advocacy & Judicial Affairs in the Division of Student Life. Student-athletes found to be in violation of a university regulation are subject to sanctions that may be applied singularly or in combination with other sanctions. Possible sanctions include but are not limited to: • Reprimand; • Denial of specific University privileges; • Restitution; • Disciplinary probation • Behavioral agreement and/or • Suspension or Expulsion from the University and the UW System.

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Athletic Department Rules and Policies Code of Conduct Participating in intercollegiate athletics as a representative of one of the University of Wisconsin–Madison athletic teams is a privilege that is earned through hard work and discipline in the classroom as well as in the athletic arena. By participating in intercollegiate athletics for the university, the student-athlete accepts the responsibilities that go along with his/her association with the University of Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Program. UW–Madison student-athletes are public figures and their conduct reflects on teammates, coaches, the university and themselves. Therefore, student-athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner at all times.

Student-Athlete Discipline Policy This policy specifies the procedure to be used by the athletic department and the Athletic Board to respond to allegations of misconduct by student-athletes. Arrests of or charges of specified crimes will result in immediate suspension and factual inquiry. A four-person group will decide whether the facts support disciplinary action and what the discipline should be. The student-athlete may appeal the decision to the Athlete Discipline Appeal Committee. 1. Basis - Why have a separate policy for student-athletes? • All UW student-athletes, like all other students, are subject to UWS 17, Student Nonacademic Disciplinary Procedures • All UW student-athletes are subject to team rules developed by the head coach of each sport • Status as a student-athlete creates special responsibilities as a representative of the university • A separate policy, outside of UWS 17 and in addition to the team rules, is necessary because allegations of student-athlete misconduct generally receive more public attention than those involving regular students in two senses: the allegations are likely to result in more publicity and will become known to more people • The increased public attention carries legitimate expectations that the university will take allegations seriously and not appear to condone misconduct • Failure to meet public expectations may undermine the public trust in the university and therefore impair its ability to carry out its mission of teaching, research, and public service • Fairness to the student-athlete is important in itself as well as to preserve public trust in the university

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2. The Purposes of the Policy • To provide procedures that will demonstrate that the university will take allegations of misconduct seriously and not appear to condone misconduct • To provide procedures that will develop the facts to the point that actions taken under this policy are based on sufficient information • To clarify and reinforce the standards of behavior expected of student-athletes • To treat student-athletes fairly • To assure confidence in the integrity of the process by minimizing the potential for conflict on the part of administrators, coaches, and student-athletes 3. When the Policy Applies This policy applies when a student-athlete has been charged with or arrested for a crime based on conduct involving: • causing serious physical injury to another person • creating a serious danger to the personal safety of another person • making a credible threat of serious physical injury to another person • sexual assault • delivering or possessing with intent to deliver a controlled substance as defined in Chap. 961, Wis. Stats. • felony theft or felony criminal damage to property • “stalking” as defined in UWS 17.02(14) • repeated violations of the criminal law that raise the concerns addressed by the policy 4. Deciding Whether the Policy Applies • When there is a good faith question about whether the letter or the spirit of the policy applies, the athletic director shall decide, in consultation with the chair of the Athletic Board, whether the policy applies. 5. If the Policy Applies: Immediate Suspension Pending Factual Inquiry • If the policy applies, the student-athlete shall be suspended immediately from competition and practice with his or her team. • Any financial aid will remain in place • The student-athlete’s name will remain on the squad list and with Student-Athlete Services • The student-athlete will have access to weight training and sports medicine facilities • The student-athlete will have access to academic support services • The coach for the student-athlete does not make the suspension decision • Suspension shall be followed immediately by prompt factual inquiry 6. Prompt Factual Inquiry • The facts matter if the use of this policy is to serve the interests of the university and treat student-athletes fairly • The facts of the alleged misconduct are often described accurately or well-developed when the misconduct first becomes known • It may take a considerable period of time for the regular criminal process to develop the facts • A prompt inquiry should be conducted to develop the facts, so that actions taken under this policy are based on sufficient information, recognizing that knowledge of the facts may never be perfect • The athletic director shall promptly appoint a person to inquire into the facts, including, but not limited to, the following: • Whether the student-athlete was arrested and, if so, for what offense • Whether the student-athlete was immediately arrested or detained • Whether charges have been issued or are likely to be issued, and, if so, for what offense • What facts are alleged in support of the arrest or charge • If known, what the likely disposition of the case may be • In some cases, certain information may not be available for a considerable period of time after arrest because police reports are not accessible and a criminal complaint has not been filed. In those cases, the athletic director, in consultation with the chair of the Athletic Board, may:

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ATHLETIC RULES & POLICIES • B  ased on the available facts, refer the case for decision under Section 8 of the policy, or • Reinstate the student-athlete until sufficient facts are available • If two weeks have elapsed since the date of the suspension, and the student-athlete has not been reinstated or the case has not been referred for decision under Section 8 of the policy, the student-athlete may request that a decision be made within 3 days. 7. Student-athlete Participation in the Factual Inquiry • The student-athlete shall be given the opportunity to provide information and to respond to the facts offered by others • The facts are important and the student-athlete is an important source of those facts • However, the potential pendency of criminal prosecution may affect the level of participation in which the student-athlete is able to engage 8. Decision About Discipline • When the inquiry has been completed, the athletic director, the chair of the Athletic Board, a designated member of the Athletic Board, and the chancellor’s designee shall decide by consensus • Whether the allegations of misconduct are supported by facts sufficiently reliable to support action under this policy • If so, what disposition is necessary and sufficient to serve the purposes of this policy • The following range of dispositional measures shall be conducted: • Reprimand • Denial of specified privileges [e.g., functions during bowl trips of tournament appearances] • Imposition of reasonable terms and conditions on continued status as a team member • Restitution • Counseling, and/or participation in a program of training [e.g., drug or alcohol abuse, sexual harassment, etc.] • Other measures suggested by the athlete’s coach • “Community service” • Apology • Continued suspension • Dismissal from the team • Reinstatement 9. The Student-Athlete Has the Right To Appeal the Disposition • The student-athlete may appeal the disposition by requesting a hearing before the Athlete Discipline Appeal Committee • The request for appeal shall be made in writing to the athletic director within 5 days of the decision about discipline • The committee members will be selected to avoid actual or apparent conflict of interest and include: Chair: UW Athletic Board Academic Affairs Committee Dean of Students A coach A student representative on the Athletic Board A representative of the Chancellor’s Office • The committee will schedule the appeal hearing within a reasonable period of time • The committee may be advised by counsel from Administrative Legal Services or designee • The student-athlete may be represented by counsel or other advisor • The student-athlete’s counsel or other advisor is allowed to address the committee • The athletic director, chair on the Athletic Board, designated member of the Athletic Board, or the chancellor’s designee shall appear before the committee to explain the decision and the basis for it • The formal rules of evidence do not apply • The hearing is closed to the public • The committee shall decide whether to affirm the original decision or modify it • If the committee modifies the original decision, it may impose any of the dispositional alternaSTUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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tives set forth in Section 8 of this policy except dismissal from the team and increasing the length of the suspension 10. Review After Disposition of a Criminal Prosecution • When a criminal case involving conduct addressed under this policy reaches final disposition, the athletic director, chair of the Athletic Board, the designated member of the Athletic Board, and the chancellor’s designee may review the discipline imposed Comment This policy, having been approved by the University Committee and the Athletic Board, replaces the policy originally endorsed in 2003–04 and slightly modified thereafter. The revised policy was drafted by a working group established by the UW Athletic Department in February 2006. Members of the group were: Lori Berquam, interim dean of students; Megan Bradshaw, student-athlete; Walter Dickey, professor of law and chair of the UW Athletic Board; Bruce Jones, professor of agriculture and applied economics; Attorney Nancy Lynch, UW Administrative Legal Services; Sheila McGuirk, professor of veterinary medicine; Casey Nagy, special assistant to the chancellor; David Schultz, professor of law; and Vince Sweeney, associate athletic director. The group forwarded its proposed final draft to the board in May 2006. The revised policy is drafted in plain English to reflect the fact that its many audiences— student-athletes, department staff, the board, interested fans and supporters of UW athletics, alumni, and the press—are not lawyers. The policy will be most effective if it is well understood by all audiences. The limited commentary provided here is intended to: 1) explain the group’s reasons for drafting the policy in the way it did; 2) highlight changes from the original policy; and, 3) emphasize the important consideration that influenced the approach taken in the revision. The revised policy reflects five principal changes for the original one. 1. The revised policy gives much greater emphasis to the responsibility to find out what actually happened when student-athletes have been arrested. The facts matter, and under the old policy there was no obligation or direction to get as complete an understanding of the facts as is needed to make the important decisions called for in the policy. 2. Under the revised policy, the athletic director, the chair of the Athletic Board, a designated member of the Athletic Board, and a designee of the chancellor are responsible for determining the Athletic Department’s discipline of student-athletes. This is intended to fix responsibility in a small group of identifiable people who bring diverse perspectives to the issues. The integrity of these people is such that the public, student-athletes, and all those concerned about these decisions should have trust that these people will always try to do what is right. 3. It is impossible to make rules that fit every imaginable situation that might arise in life. Therefore, it is necessary for people to exercise discretion and good judgment at many stages of the process. The revised policy expressly recognizes this discretion and guides its exercise by a clear statement of the purposes of the policy and the framework for decisions. 4. The revised policy enlarges the range of dispositions for student-athlete discipline. It was not clear under the original policy just what range was available, but unfortunately it appears that the decision-makers often felt constrained to either continue the suspension or lift it with no other alternatives. The revision specifies a range of measures from reprimand through dismissal from a team. 5. Finally, the revised policy explains in clear terms why it is important to have a separate policy for student-athletes. The policy is directed at discipline and does not address the separate question of public announcements of disciplinary action taken. It is important to note that discipline in its broadest sense is imposed by coaches in the ordinary course of their work for violation of team rules. The practice with respect to discipline under this policy will be to publicly announce suspensions imposed, except in extraordinary cases. On an annual basis, the chair of the Athletic Board will provide a summary to the board of the experience with this disciplinary policy. Section 1. explains in clear terms why it is necessary and important to have a separate policy for student-athletes. The public nature of athletics at this institution carries with it special

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in that findings will have been made about the facts and the appropriate discipline. One of the persons responsible for the discipline decision—the athletic director, the chair of the Athletic Board, the designated member of the board, or the chancellor’s designee—shall appear before the appeal committee to explain the decision and respond to questions the committee may have. The appeal is a review of the discipline decision, not a new determination of the facts. The student-athlete may appear with an attorney or advisor. The proper role of the attorney or advisor is to assist with the development and interpretation of the facts, not to transform the appeal hearing into an adversarial proceeding. The hearing should be closed to the public because the facts may include material that is protected under state or federal law, as with educational or medical records of the student-athlete, the alleged victim or other witness. Section 10. permits review of the discipline after the criminal case, if any, has been disposed of. The revised policy addresses the most common situations, those beginning with an arrest or the issuance of charges. It may take a considerable period of time for the charge to be resolved by the criminal justice system. When the final resolution does occur, the discipline decision may be reviewed because the resolution of the criminal case reveals different facts that are relevant to the discipline under this policy.

Violations of Team Rules Each coach and team may develop team rules. These rules may be more restrictive than the Athletic Department, University, Conference or NCAA rules. The head coach of each sport has the authority to suspend and/or dismiss any student-athlete on his or her team if the student-athlete violates team rules separate and apart from proceedings under the Student-Athlete Discipline Policy. A student-athlete so suspended may appeal that decision under the following procedures: 1) the student-athlete must first meet with the appropriate individual(s) (e.g., head coach, coach’s designee or sport administrator) to informally discuss the decision being appealed. Most cases involving the team rules should be resolved at this level; 2) if no satisfactory resolution can be reached through this informal procedure, and if the student-athlete believes the decision to be arbitrary and capricious, the student-athlete may request a more formal appeal in writing to the Athletic Director. The studentathlete may present their case in written and/or oral form. The appeal shall be heard within 14 days. The standard of review is whether the coach’s decision was reasonable and not arbitrary and capricious. The finding of the Athletic Director shall be final and not subject to further review.

Sports Medicine Policy All sports are offered the medical assistance and coverage they need regardless of gender. The department is self-insured. The student-athlete’s health insurance is primary and is responsible for sport-related injury or illness. The department pays for any remaining balances and co-pays. There is an insurance coordinator within the sports medicine staff who is available to assist parents and student-athletes. Health insurance information is collected twice a year from the student-athletes and is kept on file by the insurance coordinator. International students are required by university rule to carry a policy covering health-and-accident coverage. This coverage is included in their tuition and they are automatically enrolled in an HMO plan called Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) administered by the university. Uninsured domestic students are encouraged to join this plan for complete coverage. The plan excludes athletic-related coverage. 70

ATHLETIC RULES & POLICIES The Athletic Department Sports Medicine staff provides the student- athlete access to high-quality medical care for all illnesses, injuries and/or conditions affecting the physical or mental status of a student-athlete during the competitive season. This access is open to all student-athletes in all sports regardless of “race, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, social status, financial status, sexual orientation or religious affiliation.” [As set forth in the NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook] The Sports Medicine staff consists of team physicians, dentists, certified athletic trainers, and other medical and allied health professionals. Information regarding insurance coverage and the Sports Medicine program is sent to the parents of incoming student-athletes and is published in the Student-Athlete Handbook and the Sports Medicine Policies and Procedures. It is highlighted by the athletic training staff during each sport’s fall orientation meeting each year.

Pregnancy Policy The student-athlete’s position as a team member and/or her athletics scholarship is addressed in the policy below, which is also available online at www.uwbadgers.com. The student-athlete pregnancy policy serves to promote the health and well-being of the student-athlete. Furthermore, this policy strives to create a positive environment in which the pregnant student-athete understands that she is not jeopardizing her athletic scholarship during the academic year in which she is pregnant by disclosing a pregnancy or related health condition. The student-athlete is encouraged to notify the sports medicine staff and/or coach at the earliest known date of pregnancy in order to protect the student athlete’s and unborn fetus’ health. The prenatal care provider, team physician, and the student-athlete will develop a plan for participation and determine medical clearance for possible participation while pregnant and for returning to the team after the birth. Upon receipt of medical clearance, the student-athlete will be expected to return to practice and competition. If there are any restrictions, the coach will be informed of the restrictions. Per standard Athletic Department policy, the coach will determine playing time and position on the team. There are many resources and advisors available for guidance and support to the student-athlete within the Athletic Department and on campus. All costs and expenses of the pregnancy shall be the responsibility of the student-athlete and will not be covered by the Athletic Department. If the pregnancy occurs during the academic year and the student-athlete cannot compete, the student athlete may be eligible for an extension of the 5-year eligibility rule under NCAA Bylaw 14.2.1.e-Pregnancy Exception. Decisions regarding renewal/non-renewal of athletic aid will be made consistent with existing policies. The position as a team member and/or athletic scholarship are not in jeopardy during pregnancy as long as the student-athlete does not voluntarily withdraw from the sport and the developed pregnancy plan is followed.

Sports Conditioning Policy The purpose of the Sports Conditioning Department at the University of Wisconsin is to provide a safe, positive, and challenging training environment for every student-athlete. The goals of the department are as follows: 1. To assist each athlete achieve maximal success in his/her sport 2. To prevent injury through proper training techniques 3. To provide a safe, sports-specific training environment 4. Formulate year-round training programs for each athlete STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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Facilities The sports conditioning department has three facilities. Teams are assigned a training facility based on accessibility and location. The McClain weight room’s primary users are football, volleyball, softball, and track and cross country. Since the McClain weight room is the largest facility, it is also used by other athletes and teams during the year based on schedules. The Kohl Center weight room teams include basketball, hockey, men’s and women’s swimming and diving, men’s and women’s tennis, and men’s and women’s golf. The Badger Den weight room located in the football stadium houses men’s and women’s soccer, and men’s and women’s crew. Sports Conditioning Rules • Athletes must wear shoes at all times • Athlete training only occurs during open hours • Gear worn while training is the decision of the team’s head coach • Food or tobacco are not permitted in the weight room • The stereo is controlled by staff members only • Athletes may not make or receive phone calls • Weight room hours are posted weekly • Athletes are required to train at their team’s listed training time unless pre-arranged with a staff member

Grants-in-Aid Regulations The purpose of the grant-in-aid program at UW–Madison is to ensure that all financial assistance to the student-athlete is in accordance with the regulations of the NCAA, Big Ten, and WCHA conferences, and the primary educational values of the university. To receive financial assistance from the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics is a privilege that student-athletes earn not only on the playing field, but also in the classroom. The grant-in-aid is awarded to make this dual commitment possible. The value of the program resides in its capacity to permit student-athletes to meet the university’s academic expectations while encouraging participation in an intercollegiate sport. Mutual Responsibilities A student-athlete must meet applicable NCAA, Big Ten, WCHA, and institutional regulations to be eligible for institutional grant-in-aid. If these regulations are met, the student-athlete may be awarded institutional grant-in-aid under the following circumstances: 1. For any term during which a student-athlete is in regular attendance (i.e., was enrolled initially in a minimum full-time program of studies during the term, as an undergraduate with eligibility remaining); or 2. To a graduate student-athlete with eligibility remaining, participating within the applicable five-year period, and 3. Within six years after initial enrollment in a collegiate institution (provided the student does not receive such aid for more than five years during that period). Fifthyear aid will be discussed in a later section. According to the NCAA, a grant-in-aid may neither be awarded for a period in excess of one academic year nor for a period of less than one academic year (exceptions to the latter are specified in the NCAA Manual). It can be renewed 72

ATHLETIC RULES & POLICIES during the period of the student-athlete’s eligibility if recommended by the coach and the appropriate university officers. The renewal of the grant-in-aid is contingent upon the student-athlete’s compliance with NCAA, Big Ten, WCHA, and university regulations and policies governing grant-in-aid. The student-athlete will be notified of his or her status on or before July 1 prior to the next academic year. Note for International Student-Athletes: 14% of the room and board portion of your athletic scholarship will be taken for taxes unless your country has a tax treaty with the United States. All funds received by a student-athlete (except those used for supplies) must be reported as income to the Internal Revenue Service for tax purposes. The institution is not under any obligation to file tax information or withhold any income tax from such payments.

The grant-in-aid retention policies 1. A grant-in-aid may be canceled if the student-athlete fails to maintain satisfactory academic progress toward a degree in accordance with university policy currently in effect. 2. A grant-in-aid may be canceled during the period of the award if the studentathlete (a) becomes academically ineligible for intercollegiate competition; (b) fraudulently misrepresents any information on the admission application, letter of intent, or tender of financial aid; (c) engages in serious misconduct which results in a substantial disciplinary penalty; or (d) voluntarily withdraws from a sport for personal reasons. 3. A grant-in-aid may not be reduced or canceled by the university during the period of the award on the basis of: (a) a student-athlete’s athletics ability, performance or contribution to a team’s success; (b) Because of an injury, illness, or physical or mental medical condition (except as permitted above); (c) For any other athletics reason. 4. A grant-in-aid may not be renewed if the student-athlete is suspended from an athletic team for participating in the use, sale, or distribution of any narcotic drug or controlled substance. 5. A grant-in-aid must be signed by the first day of classes to avoid proration. If a student-athlete has had his or her grant-in-aid cancelled or reduced, they have the opportunity for a hearing. The student-athlete should consult compliance office or the athletic administrator of his or her sport on the hearing procedure process. Pell Grants All students should be encouraged to fill out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application puts you in consideration for various federal grants, loans, and scholarships. Consideration for the Pell Grant is only determined through the FAFSA. Pell Grants can be received by eligible student-athletes in excess of the cost of attendance without impacting team scholarship totals. The maximum amount for the Pell Grant in the 2011–2012 academic year is $5,550 with the possibility of an additional $2,775 during the Summer 2012. To apply for this grant or any other federal, institutional, and state funds; www.fafsa.gov. NCAA Special Assistance Fund Student-Athletes that receive Pell Grants may also be eligible to apply for additional moneys through the NCAA Special Assistance Fund. To find out more details regarding this fund please see Compliance, B127 McClain. STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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The following uses of the funds are permissible: Medical expenses, except those covered by another insurer, either institutional or personal). This money may not be used to pay premiums for a student-athlete’s individual health insurance coverage. Medical expenses are not extended to family members. Non-cosmetic dental expenses Hearing aids Vision therapy (e.g., contact lenses, eyeglasses) Off-campus psychological counseling, including payment for drug and alcohol counseling. Costs associated with student-athlete or family emergencies Purchase of expendable academic course supplies (e.g., notebooks, pens) and rental of non-expendable supplies (e.g., computer equipment, cameras) that are required for all students enrolled in the course. Articles of clothing and shoes, up to $500/year or travel to and from home. Voluntary Withdrawal A student-athlete who wishes to withdraw from sports participation for personal reasons must consult with the proper sport administrator to complete the paperwork. Exhausted Eligibility and Medical Non-counter Financial Aid The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to supporting each student-athlete in the active pursuit of a college degree and will provide financial aid to a studentathlete after eligibility has been exhausted to attain that goal. Post-competition/medical non-counter aid may be provided according to the following guidelines: • A  ll student-athletes on athletic aid and wishing to have post competition aid must apply for this aid. • The application must be completed in its entirety, including obtaining the required signatures, submission of an unofficial transcript and the completion of a statement no longer than a page on why the application should be approved. • Decisions on post-competition/medical non-counter financial aid are made in May and student-athletes are informed in writing. • Student-athletes must maintain full-time enrollment of no less than 12 hours, all of which must count toward a degree program. If less than 12 hours are needed to graduate, a letter from the academic dean or advisor must accompany the application. • Student-athletes must remain in good academic standing during each semester that aid is received. Any semester below a 2.0, regardless of standing, may terminate the aid. • Each student-athlete is required to complete a weekly work assignment within the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. The assignment will not exceed 10 hours per week and will be at the discretion of the Director of Academic Services and the worksite supervisor to whom the student-athlete is assigned. This may involve weekend work. If the work assignment is not completed satisfactorily, then it will result in room and meal checks being stopped and the possible termination of future aid. • If a student-athlete withdraws from classes, he or she will repay the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics the full cost of any tuition, fees, books, meals, and housing received during that term. • Financial aid is awarded term by term and can be terminated if any of the above conditions are not met. The Divisions of Intercollegiate Athletics reserves the right to any additional restrictions or requirements. • Post Competition Aid is provided for the completion of one major.

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ATHLETIC RULES & POLICIES in the active pursuit of a college degree. The Division will provide financial aid to studentathletes for summer school enrollment in degree applicable courses when summer school is required in order to maintain eligibility and as approved on a case-by-case basis. • A  ll student-athletes wishing to be considered for summer financial aid must apply for the aid electronically at MyUWBadgers.com. Applications must be returned by the stated deadline in order to be considered. • The summer school application must be approved by the head coach or a designee of the head coach’s choice approving the summer school request. • After summer school financial aid is approved, student-athletes will be informed via e-mail. • N CAA rules allow the Division to provide aid equal to the percentage the student-athlete is received during the previous academic year.

Any changes made regarding summer school registration—adding or dropping courses, withdrawing from courses—must be approved by the Office of Academic Services in advance. Approval of aid and the amount of aid disbursed are based on the courses listed on this form. Failure to receive approval can result in a reduction or cancellation of your aid. 1. Summer aid will only be awarded for courses taken at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Grades of NW and Incompletes may result in forfeiture of aid and may result in athletic ineligibility for the academic year and the repayment of financial aid. If the course is dropped before the 100% refund deadline printed in the summer timetable, the student-athlete will not have to repay tuition and fees but will be responsible for room, board and books expenses. 2. If a student-athlete receives financial aid during the academic year then s/he is eligible to apply for the equal percentage of summer school aid. The amount of aid received is based upon a combination of the number of weeks and number of credits, not solely upon the number of weeks enrolled in a course. In order to receive the maximum amount of aid, student-athletes must be enrolled in a “minimum credit load” during a summer session The “minimum credit load” per summer session in order to receive the maximum amount of aid is as follows: 3-week session= 2 credits 4-week session= 3 credits 6-week session= 3 credits 8-week session= 3 credits 3. If a student-athlete takes less than the minimum credit load as listed above, the financial aid will be prorated according to the number of credits that the studentathlete enrolls. 4. Before any summer financial aid is distributed, all holds/fines must be resolved. 5. Student-athletes will receive e-mail notification acknowledging that the summer school request has been received. After coaches have approved of the aid, a second e-mail indicating that the aid has been approved/denied will be sent. If notification has not been received a week prior to the start of the applicable summer term it is the responsibility of the student-athlete to contact their athletic academic advisor to verify that the application was received in the Office of Academic Services. 6. Furthermore, any form that is submitted after the applicable summer term starts will be prorated in accordance with NCAA and Big Ten Conference rules. 7. After all approvals have been obtained by the Office of Academic Services, the STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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forms are submitted to Compliance for processing. Expect a 4–6 week turnaround from the time of submission to receipt of aid. The first day of classes is the earliest you can receive your aid. Financial Aid Appeals Changes in a financial aid package must be communicated by the Athletic Department to the student-athlete by certified mail no later than July 1 for the subsequent year. Included with that notification is a letter detailing the appeal procedures. If the student-athlete wishes to appeal any changes, three of a possible four steps in the appeal process occur within the Athletic Department and before the Faculty Athletics Representative. The first step is a meeting between the student-athlete and the head coach of the sport in question to try to resolve the issue. The second step is for the student-athlete to contact the Athletic Director or his designee to try to resolve the issue. The third step, in the event that the Athletic Director upholds the coach’s decision, is a meeting with the Faculty Athletics Representative. The final appeal is to an appeal committee organized by the Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA). No Athletic Department staff member serves on this final appeal committee. The appeal before the OSFA may largely rely on the documentation developed during the first three appeal steps or the committee may solicit additional input—both the student-athlete and the Athletic Department will have an opportunity to be heard. Decisions of the OSFA review committee are final.

Textbook Scholarship Policies and Procedures Purchasing Books The textbook policies and procedure outlined below are applicable to all studentathletes who are on athletic aid which includes a textbook scholarship. Prior to purchasing any textbooks, student-athletes who are on textbook scholarship must bring their class schedule to the compliance staff person located in room B127 of the McClain Center and complete a book request form. The compliance staff person will provide the student-athlete with a listing of required books available at the University Bookstore for the classes on the student-athlete’s syllabus. The studentathlete must then take the completed form to the bookstore to receive the book. If the syllabus indicates that the book is available at a bookstore or copy shop other than the University Bookstore, the student-athlete must confirm with the compliance staff person in room B127 that the athletics department has an account with the bookstore or copy shop listed on the syllabus. If the department has an account with the listed bookstore or copy shop, the student-athlete will complete a specific book sheet for that bookstore. The Studentathlete must then take the completed form to the bookstore to receive the book. If the department does not have an account with the bookstore listed on the syllabus, the student-athlete must purchase the book(s) and then be reimbursed. In order to be reimbursed, the student-athlete must provide the compliance staff person with the student-athlete’s receipt from the bookstore verifying the purchase and a syllabus from the class indicating the book is required. If the book is not listed as required on the syllabus, then the student-athlete will not be reimbursed for the purchase of the textbook(s). If the University Bookstore list does not contain textbook information about a spe76

AUGU ST 2008 ATHLETIC RULES & POLICIES cific course, and other bookstore options are not listed on the syllabus, the studentathlete must first attend the class and submit to the compliance staff person the course syllabus listing the required book(s). Returning Books All books purchased by the athletic department (either with book sheet or with reimbursement) must be returned to the compliance staff person in B127 by the end of finals week each semester. Student-athletes will be notified of the textbook due date via e-mail and via signs posted throughout the McClain and Kohl Centers. Failure to return books by the deadline will result in a hold being placed on the student-athlete’s records. Any book(s) not returned to the compliance staff person by the last day of final exams of the applicable semester becomes the property of the student-athlete. The student-athletes will have a hold placed on their account until the student-athletes pays for all book(s) or money will deducted from future semesters room and board. At anytime during the semester if a student-athlete drops a course for which she or he received books, the books are required to be returned immediately to the compliance staff person. If they are not promptly returned, the student-athlete may be held responsible for the full cost of the textbooks. Exceptions for late book returns will ONLY be made if there was a prior approved arrangement with the compliance staff person. If a textbook(s) is required for future semesters, the student-athlete must inform the compliance staff person. If the student-athlete would like to purchase book(s) the purchase price is 80% of the value of textbooks that were new at the beginning of the semester and 50% of the value for books that were used at the beginning of the semester. New and used is indicated on the book sheet.

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Student-Athlete Travel Policies It is not permissible for a student-athlete to miss class for practice. The safe and efficient transportation of student-athletes is one of the Department’s top priorities. The Department has a Travel Policy Handbook which outlines travel guidelines to be followed by all staff, coaches, student-athletes, student assistants and spirit squad members. The following is a summary of the policies that apply to you: Traveling to all away competitions is required to be done as a team, in a UW provided mode of transportation. Student-athletes are not allowed to travel to and from away competition separate from the team without prior written approval using the Student-Athlete/Student Staff Travel Release Form. The Student-Athlete/Student Staff Travel Release Form must be completed, approved and on file prior to the team departing from the UW. Please ask your coach for a copy of this release form. If a student-athlete chooses to drive their own car on UW business (campus event, practice and/or competition) then their own insurance policy will serve as the “primary” policy for third party liability and physical damage to property. Student-athletes cannot be reimbursed for driving to practice or competitions per NCAA regulations.

Transfer Process and Appeals If a student-athlete is interested in transferring to another university, he or she should speak to his/her coach. If the student-athlete wishes to further pursue transfer opportunities after speaking to his/her coach, the student-athlete must make a written request to the Director of Compliance (or designee in the compliance office) for permission to speak to another institution and/or use of the one-time transfer exception. Appeals related to the denial, by a coach, of a student-athlete’s request to contact another institution or to use the one-time transfer exception, begin with a written request to the sport administrator for the student-athlete’s team within two (2) business days. The sport administrator will then gather information and facts before rendering a decision. If the sport administrator upholds the coach’s decision, the student-athlete may request an appeal, in writing, to the Athletic Director within two (2) business days of the sport administrator’s decision. This process must be completed within seven (7) business days in order for the Compliance Office to respond to the student-athlete’s written request within the required timeframe under NCAA rules. If the Athletic Director upholds the previous decisions and permission to contact and/or use of the one-time transfer exception has been denied, the student-athlete may request a hearing to the Chair of the Athletic Board within eight (8) business days. The Chair will convene an appeal committee consisting of the Chair and two current members of the Athletic Board. At the appeal, the student-athlete may present their case either in written or oral form, but only information presented at the previous appeal levels will be considered by the committee. The Athletic Department will be represented by the head of the Department’s Compliance Office. The committee’s standard of review is whether the Athletic Director’s decision was reasonable. The appeal committee’s decision is final and not subject to further review. The hearing must be conducted and written results provided to the student-athlete within fifteen (15) business days of the student-athlete’s written request to the Chair of the Athletic Board. 78

A U G UPOLICIES ST 2008 ATHLETIC RULES & Big Ten Intraconference Transfer Rule 15.01.5.A Intraconference Transfer Rules (effective with tenders signed for 2011–12) 1. Pre-Matriculation. A prospective student-athlete who has signed a tender from a Conference institution and has not yet triggered transfer status per NCAA Bylaw 14.5.2 (conditions affecting transfer status), is subject to the following intraconference transfer requirements: a. Signed National Letter of Intent. A prospective student-athlete who signs a valid National Letter of Intent (NLI) with a Conference institution but subsequently enrolls at an alternate Big Ten institution shall be required to complete one (1) full year of residence at the alternate (i.e., certifying) Big Ten institution and shall be charged with the loss of one (1) season of eligibility in all sports. These penalities shall be applied regardless of any decision made by the NLI Steering Committee on behalf of the prospective student-athlete. 1. Exception—Complete Release by Signing Institution. If the Big Ten institution at which the prospective student-athlete originally signed the NLI grants a “Complete Release” from the NLI, the prospect shall be permitted to enroll at any other Conference insititution without penalty. 2. Exception—NLI Declared Null and Void. Should the NLI become null and void prior to the prospective student-athlete’s matriculation, the prospective student-athlete shall be free to enroll at any other Conference institution without penalty. b. Signed Tender without National Letter of Intent. A prospective student-athlete that signs a valid tender with a Conference institution but subsequently enrolls at an alternate Big Ten institution shall be required to complete one (1) full academic year of residence at the alternate (i.e., certifying) Big Ten institution and shall be charged with the loss of one (1) season of eligibility in all sports. Upon mutual agreement of the two involved Conference institutions, this penalty shall be waived by the Chair of the Academics and Eligibility Subcommittee. 2. Post-Matriculation. A student-athlete that has signed a tender from a Conference institution and has triggered transfer status per NCAA Bylaw 14.5.2 (conditions affecting transfer status), may not represent an alternate Big Ten institution in intercollegiate athletics competition until the individual has completed one (1) full academic year of residence at the alternate (i.e., certifying) Big Ten institution and shall be charged with the loss of one (1) season of eligibility in all sports. 3. Pre- and Post-Matriculation Exceptions a. C  ancellation of Tender due to Inadmissibility. When a prospective student-athlete is inadmissible to the institution for which a tender has been accepted, the tender shall be considered null and void and the intraconference transfer penalty does not apply. b. Dropped Sport. When a Conference institution drops the student-athlete’s sport in which the student-athlete has participated, the intraconference penalty does not apply. 15.01.5.B Non-Conference Transfer 1. Four-Year. A transfer student from a four-year collegiate institution shall be eligible for a tender if otherwise eligible under NCAA regulations (Revised and effective 8/1/11). 2. Two-year. A transfer student from a two-year collegiate institution who was not a STUDENT–ATHLETE HANDBOOK

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qualifier must be a graduate of the junior college and meet the provisions of NCAA Bylaws 14.5.4.2 to be eligible for tender. 15.2.8.2.B.3 Intraconference transfer A student-athlete who signs a summer tender prior to initial enrollment shall be subject to the intraconference transfer rules set forth in 15.01.5.A (Revised and effective 5/99; revised and effective 2/20/01; editorial revision 5/20/05; revised and effective 8/1/11).

Alcohol and Drug Guidelines The Big Ten Conference began performance-enhancing drug testing in 2007. Testing is conducted year round and at selected Big Ten Championships. The Compliance Office staff provides education regarding both the Big Ten and the NCAA drug testing program during each sport’s organizational meetings at the beginning of each academic year. The Athletic Department also conducts its own drug testing and education program for the welfare of student-athletes. The program was designed for the following reasons: First, testing provides an early detection system for abusers of substances. Early detection and referral may reduce the number or extent of problems an abuser must overcome to return to full academic and athletic performance. Second, it is a means to identify and educate student-athletes about the negative effects of drug use. Substance use can adversely affect a student-athlete’s health and academic and athletic performance. In addition, it can have manifestations in social and emotional behavior. The student-athlete, through individual counseling, can make a better decision concerning non-use of substances. Third, testing acts as a deterrent to use. A student-athlete may choose not to experiment when faced with testing. It may provide the student-athlete with an additional reason not to succumb to peer pressure. Finally, the testing program places an emphasis on the non-use of drugs in athletics. The student-athletes, their parents and the public can be assured that the Athletic Department adheres to high standards of student welfare and is willing to take reasonable measures to insure those standards. The Athletic Department, through an ongoing educational program, will continue to emphasize the health risks of all illegal and potentially harmful substances, including alcohol and tobacco. Additionally, the Athletic Department will not tolerate its employees encouraging student-athletes to use illicit substances (i.e. any illegal drug or banned performance enhancing substance). Any Department staff member who distributes or recommends any student-athlete use illicit substances will be disciplined accordingly. In addition, teams have participated in various Alcohol Smart presentations which highlight the use and effects of alcohol on individuals. In 2007, all of our student-athletes were required to attend a presentation on the effects of alcohol on athletic performance. In 2008, the University was awarded the NCAA CHOICES grant to work on creating student programming around the issues of alcohol use. Student-athletes are involved as leaders with this peer-lead program and all first-year student-athletes participated in the programs in the spring of 2009. 80

Resource Guide

RESOURCE GUIDE DEPARTMENT OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS ACADEMICS Academic Services

Fetzer @ McClain Facility Fetzer @ Kohl Center

262–1787 890–1549

Tutor Program

David Mattison

Fetzer Center

262–9131

ALUMNI RELATIONS

National W Club

Kellner Hall

262–7717

ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATION Welcome Center

Lobby

Kellner Hall

262–1866

Director of Athletics

Barry Alvarez

5th Floor, Kellner

265–3036

Deputy Director of Athletics Sean Frazier

5th Floor, Kellner

890–2017

Senior Associate AD

John Chadima

5th Floor, Kellner

262–7974

Associate AD

Justin Doherty

5th Floor, Kellner

262–9023

Senior Associate AD

Terry Gawlik

5th Floor, Kellner

265–4987

Associate AD

Marija Pientka

5th Floor, Kellner

263–7692

Assistant AD

Doug Tiedt

5th Floor, Kellner

265–2973

Academic Services

Lower Level, McClain

262–1787

Athletic Communications

2nd Floor, Kellner

262–1811

Athletic Ticket Office

1st Floor, Kellner

262–3589

Badger Fund

2nd Floor, Kellner

262–1000

Compliance

5th Floor, Kellner

265–2973

Facilities

A/O Building

262–3631

Human Resources

5th Floor, Kellner

262–7468

Sports Medicine

Lower Level, McClain

262–5600

Strength & Conditioning

Lower Level, McClain

262–5613

333 E. Campus Mall

890-2529

McClain Center

263–4835

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL

FINANCIAL AID

Lauren Klink

GRANT-IN-AID OFFICE

HEAD COACHING STAFF Men’s Basketball

Bo Ryan

Kohl Center

262–4957

Women’s Basketball

Bobbie Kelsey

Kohl Center

263–5506

Men’s Cross Country

Mick Byrne

4th Floor, Kellner

262–5729

Women’s Cross Country

Jim Stintzi

4th Floor, Kellner

263–5109

Football

Bret Bielema

8th Floor, Camp Randall

262–1861

Men’s Golf



4th Floor, Kellner

265–3114

Women’s Golf

Todd Oehrlein

4th Floor, Kellner

265–3117

Men’s Hockey

Mike Eaves

Kohl Center

262–3932

Women’s Hockey

Mark Johnson

3rd Floor, Kellner

265–3128

Men’s Rowing

Chris Clark

Porter Boat House

262–8521

Women’s Rowing

Bebe Bryans

Porter Boat House

265–6642

Men’s Soccer

John Trask

4th Floor, Kellner

262–7749

Women’s Soccer

Paula Wilkins

4th Floor, Kellner

265–2974

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Softball

Yvette Healy

4th Floor, Kellner

265–6152

Men’s Swimming



4th Floor, Kellner

265–3336

Women’s Swimming



4th Floor, Kellner

265–3336

Men’s Tennis

Greg Van Emburgh

4th Floor, Kellner

262–0997

Women’s Tennis

Brian Fleishman

4th Floor, Kellner

265–2374

Men’s Track

Ed Nuttycombe

4th Floor, Kellner

262–4397

Women’s Track

Jim Stintzi

4th Floor, Kellner

263–5109

Women’s Volleyball

Pete Waite

3rd Floor, Kellner

263–5670

Wrestling

Barry Davis

2nd Floor, Camp Randall

262–4399

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN–MADISON ADVISING

Ag and Life Sciences

116 Ag Hall

262–3003



Business

2265 Grainger Hall

262–0471



Education

B117/109 Education

262–1651



Engineering

2630 Engineering

262–3484



Human Ecology

135 Human Ecology

262–2608



Letters and Science

70 Bascom Hall

262–2644



Medicine & Public Health 1140 Med Services Ctr.

263–6800



Nursing

K6/228 Clinical Sci. Ctr.

263–5166



Pharmacy

1126 Rennebohm Hall

262–3937

ALUMNI RELATIONS

Wisconsin Alumni Assoc. Alumni House

CAREER SERVICES

Letters & Science

262–2551

1305 Linden Dr. Suite 205 262–3921

COUNSELING/CONSULTATION SERVICES

333 East Campus Mall

265–5600

DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE

75 Bascom Hall

263–5700

DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER, MCBURNEY

1305 Linden Dr.

263–2741

EQUITY & DIVERSITY

179a Bascom Hall

263-2378

FINANCIAL AID

432 N. Murray St.

262–3060

HOUSING

Slichter Hall

262–2522

INFORMATION

Campus operator

262–1234

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

Room 217 Red Gym

262–2044

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Office for

University

R E S OAUURGCUES T GU 2 I0D 0E 8 INTRAMURALS Recreational Sports

1186 Natatorium

265–3828



Intramurals

Natatorium

262–3742



Nielsen Tennis Stadium

262–0410



Camp Randall’s SHELL

263–6566



SERF

262–8244



Club Sports

1186 Natatorium

262–9696

LEGAL SERVICES

Office of Legal Services

361 Bascom Hall

263–7400

LGBT CAMPUS CENTER

2nd Floor Mem. Union

265–3344

LIBRARIES

General Information

For the one nearest you

262–3193

MULTICULTURAL

Multicultural Student Center 2nd Floor, Red Gym

262–4503

PARKING

Transportation Services

263–6666

124 WARF Building

POLICE

UW Police Department

1429 Monroe St.

264-COPS



City of Madison

211 S. Carrol St.

266–4316

POSTAL SERVICE

Memorial Union

SAFE NIGHT TIME SERVICES

SAFEride Cabs

262–5000



SAFEwalk

262–5000

STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN (SHIP)

265–5232

TAXI SERVICE - MADISON

Union Cab of Madison

www.unioncab.com



Madison Taxi

www.madtaxi.com

242–2000 255–8294



Badger Cab

www.badgercab.com

256–5566

Placement Testing

373 Educ. Sciences

262–5863

Chemistry Tutoring

Chemistry Learning Ctr.

B311 Chemistry Bldg.

265–5497

Math Tutoring

Math Tutorial

321 Van Vleck

263–6817

Writing Tutoring

Writing Center

6171 H.C. White

263–1992

Economics Tutoring

Business Learning Center 2240 Grainger Hall

TESTING & EVALUATION TUTORING PROGRAMS

262-1186

UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES

333 East Campus Mall

265–5600

WOMEN’S CENTER

4th Floor Mem. Union

262–8093

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Important Dates and Deadlines 2011–12 Friday, September 2

First day of classes

Monday, September 5

Labor Day (No classes)

Wednesday, September 14 Last day to drop a class without a DR or W on transcript Friday, September 16

Last day to add a class without permission



Last day for 100% adjustment on dropped classes

Friday, September 23

Last day to pay tuition without $100 late fee

Friday, September 30 Last day for 50% tuition adjustment on dropped classes

Last day to apply for pass/fail privilege

Friday, November 4

Last day to drop a class

November 24–27

Thanksgiving recess (No classes)

Friday, November 25 Last day to withdraw from the university without academic penalty Thursday, December 15

Last day of classes

Friday, December 16

Study day

Saturday, December 17

Final exams begin

Sunday, December 18

Commencement

Friday, December 23

Last day of exams

Monday, January 23

First day of classes for second semester

Wednesday, February 1 Last day to drop a class without a DR or W on transcript Friday, February 3

Last day to add a class without permission

Last day for 100% tuition adjustment on dropped classes Friday, February 10

Last day to pay tuition without $100 late fee

Friday, February 17 Last day for 50% tuition adjustment on dropped classes

Last day to apply for pass/fail privilege

March 31–April 8

Spring break

Friday, April 20 Last day to withdraw from the university without academic penalty Friday, May 11

Last day of classes

Saturday, May 12

Study day

Sunday, May 13

Final exams begin

Saturday, May 19

Last day of exams

Friday, May 18–20

Commencement weekend

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