Dominican University New York
New York Student-Athlete
Handbook
2025-2026
Department of Athletics
495 Western Highway
Orangeburg, NY 10962
(845) 848-7702
Letter from the Director of Athletics
I am very excited to serve as the Director of Athletics at Dominican University New York New York!
Dominican University New York New York has an extraordinary history of successful athletics programs that is led
by a culture of hard work, commitment, integrity and compassion. We are full members of the NCAA Division II
and participate in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC), along with being an associate member of the
East Coast Conference in one sport. We currently support 18 men’s and women’s athletic programs and are proud
of both the athletic and academic success of our student-athletes.
The Dominican tradition of success is supported by a combination of dedicated administrators and a superb
coaching staff. This team is tireless in their commitment to ensure that our student athletes have everything they
need to be successful on and off the field.
This opportunity to participate on the college level does not happen to everyone. You have worked hard to get
where you are today and I encourage you to stay focused in the classroom and on the field so that you can look
back and be proud of what you accomplish. You are a student first which will require you to excel in the classroom.
The university has a tremendous amount of support in place to ensure that you graduate and are prepared to enter
the workforce in your field of study. Communicate to your coaches, advisors, and the administration if you need
help so we can provide the right support.
Congratulations on choosing to be a Charger. Be bold in your expectations of yourself, let integrity guide you, and
persevere when obstacles present themselves. I am honored to be a part of this great program and on behalf of
Dominican and the entire athletic department, I welcome you to our Charger family and look forward to a great
year!
Sincerely,
Joseph S. Clinton
Director of Athletics
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FULL TIME ADMINISTRATION
Main Athletic Office/ Administrative Assistant - Gerianne Lyons
Director of Athletics - Joseph S. Clinton
Faculty Athletic Representative - James “Jim” T. Crawley
Associate Director of Athletics/Director of Sports Information/Senior Woman Administrator - Kelly-Ann (Di
Giulio) Light
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Assistant Director of Athletics/Scheduling Coordinator - Rick Giannetti
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Assistant Director of Athletics/Head Compliance Officer - Tom Gavigan
Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer - Samantha James
Assistant Director of Athletics for Recruitment/Camp Coordinator - Chad Duesler
Athletics Administrator/Work Study Coordinator/SAAC Advisor - Kimberly Piard
Assistant Director of Sports Information - Carl Larson
Athletic Trainers - John Galvany, Sherry Llauger
Strength and Conditioning - Josh Colon
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SPORT OFFICES
Baseball
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Men’s Basketball
Women’s Basketball
Women’s Bowling
Men’s & Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field
Women’s Flag Football
Field Hockey
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Men’s Golf
Men’s Lacrosse
Women’s Lacrosse
Rowing
Men’s Soccer
Women’s Soccer
Softball
Women’s Tennis
Men’s & Women’s Volleyball
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PERSONNEL SUPPORTING ATHLETICS
Public Safety
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Career Development Center
Counseling Center
Student Financial Services
Health Services
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Residence Life
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Student Accounts
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Financial Aid Information: studentfinancialservices@duny.edu
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ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION
Dominican University New York New York requires that all students use their University-issued email account. It is
easily accessible and does not change. Dominican University New York New York uses this email address for all
official communication to the University community. Student-athletes are required to regularly monitor their
Dominican University New York New York email accounts for important information and communications
from the Athletic Department, including online education training as required by the NCAA.
INTRODUCTION
This handbook has been prepared by the Department of Athletics to provide you with information you will need as
Dominican University New York New York student-athletes. It contains general information as well as policies and
procedures concerning the rights and responsibilities of student-athletes.
This handbook is intended to supplement other University materials and address issues that relate to you in your
dual role as a student and an athlete. Please note that the information within was the best available at press time.
Please watch for additional information and changes.
You are responsible for the information contained in this handbook. If you have any questions or need help, do not
hesitate to contact the Director of Athletics or one of the other athletics department staff members. The entire
athletics staff is available to assist you in any way possible to help you on the road to success in your academic
and athletic pursuits.
DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY NEW YORK NEW YORK
The aim of Dominican University New York New York is to promote educational excellence, leadership, and service
in an environment characterized by respect for the individual and concern for the community and its needs. Founded
by the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt, the University is an independent institution of higher learning, Catholic in origin
and heritage. In the Dominican tradition, it fosters the active, shared pursuit of truth and embodies an ideal of
education rooted in the values of reflective understanding and compassionate involvement.
Committed to building its programs upon a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences, the University
maintains a student-centered climate and serves a diverse community of students in undergraduate and graduate
programs. The university empowers this community of learners to excel, lead and serve with integrity and to engage
responsibly in the pursuit of a more just, ethical and sustainable world.
Dominican University New York New York is dedicated to the principle that its educational programs and services
must be both challenging and supportive, distinguished both by high standards and by attention to the needs and
potential of the individual student. Affirmed and engaged by these standards and values, graduates are prepared
for purposeful lives and for the careers and professions they choose to pursue.
ATHLETICS MISSION STATEMENT
The philosophy of the Athletic Department at Dominican University New York New York complements the mission
of Dominican University New York New York by striving to contribute to the well-being of the student athlete by
developing mature, well-rounded, "whole" persons physically, emotionally, ethically, socially and academically. The
purpose of the department and each athletic program and member is to prepare student athletes to successfully
compete in scheduled intercollegiate games that will enhance preparation for life after graduation.
The second goal for athletics at Dominican University New York New York is to promote the reputation of Dominican
University New York New York in the local community, at other University campuses and for the general public by
developing student-athletes whose performance models the ideals of excellence, leadership and service, inspired
by Dominican values and traditions.
The third goal is to encourage head coaches and assistant coaches in each individual sport to develop organized,
competitive and successful programs. All student-athletes should demonstrate feelings of pride, teamwork and
initiative as they cooperate with coaches and team members in common efforts to achieve their best in fitness, skills
performance and team play.
Intercollegiate athletic competition generates a desire to win that can motivate student-athletes to excellence in
performance. Good sportsmanship, participation and the shared desire to excel in athletic performance extends to
fans, adult spectators, parents and families of players and the alumni of DC who make up the community of support
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for each team and who enjoy and take pride in the athletic achievements of players and teams.
The athletic department and coaches strive for fairness, equitable participation, competitive excellence, encourage
sportsmanship and proper ethical conduct in and out of season. We work to develop in young men and women
athletes a sense of personal, social and civic responsibility. We promote the integration of good study habits and
success in their classes along with the development of their athletic skills. The athletic department, all coaches and
student-athletes are committed to promote civility and respect for themselves and others, fairness, honesty and
responsibility in and out of season. Dominican University New York New York complies with all applicable gender
equity laws of Title IX. We believe in equal success to athletic opportunities regardless of race, gender or creed.
The athletic department complies with the NCAA, CACC and Dominican University New York New York rules
regarding student-athlete eligibility, participation and ethical conduct. We endorse the NCAA concept that amateur,
intercollegiate athletics is part of an overall educational experience and that a successful educational experience is
paramount for student-athletes.
Dominican University New York New York is committed to the ideals of good sportsmanship and fair play. All
SPORTSMANSHIP STATEMENT
members of the University community are expected to show respect to opposing teams, game officials, and each
other while at Dominican sporting events. Any person displaying poor sportsmanship, engaging in rude or
demeaning behavior, or harassing members of the opposition or officials is subject to ejection from the athletic
event. Repeated violations will be referred to the appropriate campus authorities.
Intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the Dominican University New York New York community. There are
special responsibilities and requirements that accompany the privilege of being an NCAA Division II Dominican
University New York New York student-athlete.
STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
Your participation in NCAA Division II athletics is accompanied by high visibility. As a student-athlete you are “on
display” more than the members of the general student body. However, you are a member of the general student
body, expected to participate as such, and are subject to the same rules and regulations as any other student. You
also have the opportunity of the rights extended to other members of the student body.
Being a member of a team is a special privilege and one that you have earned. With this privilege of team
membership comes the accompanying responsibility that you represent not only yourself, but also your teammates,
your coaches, the athletics department, and the entire University. It is expected that as a Dominican University New
York New York student-athlete, you will conduct yourself as a responsible and well-mannered individual at all times.
Behavior and dress, both on and off the playing fields and courts, should portray a positive image. One is expected
not only to avoid unacceptable behavior but also to conduct oneself in a manner that will set the example for other
students.
Finally, as a student-athlete, you also bear the responsibility of being aware of and abiding by the rules of the NCAA.
Your actions may affect not only you, but your teammates as well. When in doubt about any issue, especially ones
concerning NCAA rules and your eligibility, please contact the Director of Athletics.
It may not seem fair that student-athletes have this special kind of responsibility. Nor may it seem fair that they may
receive more scrutiny than most other students. In many ways, this means that more is expected of them. Cutting
classes, neglecting assignments, poor exam scores, and repeated lateness to class brings special notice because
one is a student-athlete.
Student-athletes who have come before you at Dominican University New York New York, demonstrating quality
character, good sportsmanship and integrity combined with intelligence, worthy academic habits and athletic ability,
have created a tradition of Cougar athletics which is one of the University’s greatest assets. YOU ARE A VITAL
PART OF THAT TRADITION!
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STRUCTURE OF THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT AT DOMINICAN
UNIVERSITY NEW YORK NEW YORK
The Athletic Department is composed of the Vice President of Student Development and Enrollment Management, Director of
Athletics, an Associate Director of Athletics/SID/SWA, Assistant Director/Head Compliance Office, Assistant
Director/Scheduling Coordinator, Assistant Director for Recruitment/Camp Coordinator, Assistant Sports Information Director,
Athletic Administrator, the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Trainers, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, the
Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR), and the coaching staff. Special committees within the Athletic Department include the
Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), Dominican University New York New York Drug Testing Committee, Athletic
Advisory Board, and the Compliance Committee.
Head and assistant coaches are invited to sign yearly agreements. These contracts are renewable during the summer. Head
coaches will be evaluated by the Director of Athletics once each year.
The SAAC is a student-run committee of representatives from each team sponsored by Dominican University New York New
York. The SAAC acts as a “sounding board” for student-athletes at the University. In addition, they are involved in several
projects aimed at increasing positive exposure for the entire athletic department at Dominican University New York New York
and in the community. The SAAC is advised by an administrator within Athletics and the FAR.
The Dominican University New York New York Drug Testing Committee consists of the Associate Director of Athletics, Head
Athletic Trainer, Compliance Officer, and the FAR. The Committee listens to student-athletes appeals in regards to drug-
testing. In addition, the Committee reviews the drug-testing policy with the Athletic Trainer once each year.
The Athletic Advisory Board is responsible for advising and/or establishing athletics policies and for making policy decisions.
The Board consists of administration, faculty, and staff members, who are appointed by the Director of Athletics and the Vice
President of Student Development and Enrollment Management. In addition, the Athletics Advisory Board works to support
ongoing operations of the Athletics Department.
The Athletic Conduct Committee consists of the Assistant Directors of Athletics, the Associate Director of Athletics and the
Faculty Athletics Representative. The committee convenes when a student-athlete(s) is found responsible for serious conduct
violation(s). The committee meets to discuss further sanctions for the student-athlete(s) when deemed necessary. Once
sanctioned the student-athlete(s) has the right to appeal to the Director of Athletics.
The Compliance Committee consists of the Compliance Coordinator, the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR), and liaisons
from Admissions, Academic Advising, Financial Aid, Transcript Credit Evaluation, and the Registrar’s Office.
TEAM RULES
Each head coach has a copy of his/her team rules on file in the Athletic Department. These rules may be more stringent than
the general Athletic Department Policies; however they must be approved by the senior Athletic Department staff before being
distributed to teams. At the beginning of each year, each coach staff will review their team rules with their teams. All student-
athletes are required to abide by these rules in addition to all other Athletic Department, University, CACC, ECC and NCAA
rules.
ANTI-HAZING POLICY
Dominican University New York New York is committed to fostering a campus culture in which every member feels respected,
supported, and secure. As part of our unwavering dedication to student well-being and academic excellence, we maintain a
zero-tolerance stance on hazing in any form. In alignment with the federal Stop Campus Hazing Act and New York Education
Law Art. 129-A, this policy affirms our community’s shared responsibility to prevent, report, and address all acts of hazing.
Hazing is strictly forbidden at the University. No individual or student organization shall engage in any act that, alone
or in concert with others, satisfies the definition of hazing under the Stop Campus Hazing Act or New York Penal Law.
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Examples of prohibited conduct include, but are not limited to:
1. Physical abuse or violence (e.g., paddling, striking, excessive exercise, or endurance activities that pose risk of
injury).
2. Forced consumption of alcohol, drugs, or other substances as a condition of membership or affiliation.
3. Coercion or intimidation—verbal, psychological, or emotional—that causes mental harm, fear, or humiliation.
4. Requiring students to perform humiliating or dangerous tasks, stunts, or rituals.
5. Interference with academic pursuits (e.g., sleep deprivation, excessive study sessions, or scavenger hunts that
compromise safety).
6. Conduct that violates New York Penal Law §§ 120.16 or 120.17 (hazing in the first or second degree).
This Anti-Hazing Policy is an integral component of the University’s broader disciplinary framework and operates in tandem
with existing campus rules and regulations. Allegations of hazing will be addressed pursuant to the procedures set forth
herein, and where relevant, may also trigger review under the University’s Student Code of Conduct, Title IX Policy, or Drug
and Alcohol free Policy. In the event of any conflict between this Policy and other campus disciplinary provisions, the stricter
standard or more protective measure will apply. All sanctions imposed under this Anti-Hazing Policy will be recorded in the
student’s conduct file and reflected in any subsequent conduct review, ensuring consistency and fairness across all University
processes. Furthermore, compliance with this Policy does not limit the University’s authority to pursue criminal or civil
remedies under New York law.
We are all responsible for campus safety. If you see any concerning behavior or suspicious behavior please submit a report
using the following link below:
Campus safety is our top priority and the University takes all reports of alleged misconduct seriously to protect everyone’s
health and well-being. The University depends on community member to identify and report behaviors of concern so that the
University can provide distressed students and employees with appropriate support service and resources.
The University is committed to reviewing all reports of hazing. Anonymous reports are accepted; however, the University’s
ability to obtain additional information may be compromised and the ability to investigate anonymous reports may be limited.
If the report is criminal in nature, local law enforcement will be contacted.
The University recognizes that individuals may be reluctant to report hazing activity due to a fear of potential consequences
for their own conduct. Therefore, students who make a report under this policy or who participate in an investigation related to
this policy will not be charged with other minor University Policy violations that are brought to light in the course of the
investigation that arose out of, or were committed as a direct result of, the incident(s) under investigation as long as those
behaviors do not represent a threat to the health, safety, or wellbeing of others. For example, students required to consume
alcohol as part of a hazing incident will not be charged with violations of University alcohol policies. The University may follow-
up with those students related to those issues as appropriate in a non-disciplinary manner.
The University will notify the appropriate law enforcement agency or agencies when a report of hazing is received and
document that notification was made.
The University will determine if interim measures are needed to protect the safety and/or well-being of others. Imposition of
interim measures will be as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.
The Hazing Prevention Coordinator will launch an immediate investigation into all reports of hazing involving students, and
student organizations.
Contact Information for the Hazing Prevention Coordinator:
Jonathan Delgado
Assistant Dean for Student Development & Title IX Coordinator
(845) 848 – 5012 / (845) 848-4080
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
Social Networking Communities: Social media platforms provide individuals with an opportunity to interact with
others online. Postings on personal profiles, groups and chat rooms are in the public domain and easily accessible
by anyone including reporters, parents, coaches, groupies, predators, employers, and graduate school admission
officials. Once information is posted, it can be retrieved by computer savvy individuals even after it has been deleted.
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Student-athletes are not restricted from using any online network sites and digital platforms. However, users must
understand that any content they make via on-line social networks or digital platforms is expected to follow
acceptable social behaviors and also comply with the federal government, state of New York, National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA), Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC), and Dominican University New York
New York rules and regulations. Violations of institutional policies (e.g., harassing language, college alcohol or drug
policy violations, etc.) or evidence of such violations in the content of online social networks or digital platforms are
subject to investigation and sanction under the Student Code of Conduct, Student-Athlete Code of Conduct, and
other policies. They are also subject to the authority of law enforcement agencies.
Athletic Department Policy: Participation in intercollegiate athletics at Dominican University New York New York
is a privilege, not a right. While the athletic department does not prohibit student-athlete involvement with social
networking sites, this high standard of honor and dignity encompasses comments and postings made to internet
sites. The athletic department reserves the right to take action against currently enrolled student-athletes
engaged in behavior that violates University, Department, or team rules, including such behavior that occurs in
postings on the internet. If a violation occurs, the student-athlete will be required to meet with the either the Director
of Athletics or Associate Director of Athletics and penalties for the violation may include a written warning,
education, counseling, team suspension, termination from the team, or reduction / non-renewal of any athletic
scholarships.
Examples of inappropriate and offensive behaviors concerning participation in online communities
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Photos, videos, comments or posters showing the personal use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco e.g.,
no holding cups, cans, shot glasses etc.
Photos, videos, and comments that are of a sexual nature. This includes links to websites of a
pornographic nature and other inappropriate material.
Pictures, videos, comments or posters that condone drug-related activity. This includes but is not
limited to images that portray the personal use of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
Content online that is unsportsmanlike, derogatory, demeaning or threatening toward any other
individual or entity (examples: derogatory comments regarding another institution; taunting
comments aimed at a student-athlete, coach or team at another institution and derogatory
comments against race and/or gender). No posts should depict or encourage unacceptable, violent
or illegal activities (examples: hazing, sexual harassment/assault, gambling, discrimination,
fighting, vandalism, academic dishonesty, underage drinking, and illegal drug use).
Content online that would constitute a violation of Dominican University New York New York, CACC
or NCAA rules (examples: commenting publicly about a prospective student-athlete, providing
information related to sports wagering activities; soliciting impermissible extra benefits).
Information that is sensitive or personal in nature or is proprietary to the Dominican
University New York New York Athletic Department or the University, which is not public
information (examples: tentative or future team schedules, student-athlete injuries and
eligibility status, travel plans/itineraries or information.)
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TRAVEL POLICY
Dominican University New York New York provides student-athletes with transportation to all away contests. Student-athletes
are required to utilize that transportation unless there is a fully executed Travel Release Request Form on file for that particular
contest. Student-athletes that wish to travel with a parent or guardian from an away contest must complete a Travel Release
Form prior to leaving the site. Approval will be granted by the Head Coach after physically seeing the parent or guardian for
travel to an away contest and the Head Coach will submit the form to the athletic office. For travel to an away contest with a
parent or guardian, an email from the parent or guardian must be sent to the Director of Athletics and Associate Director of
Athletics prior to the date of competition.
ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT POLICY
To receive athletic equipment and apparel, all student-athletes must satisfy the following requirements:
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Be listed as an active member on the team's official roster.
Complete necessary medical forms, questionnaires, and insurance information.
Attend a mandatory, annual athletic orientation session.
Complete necessary compliance paperwork.
Student-athletes who meet all the eligibility requirements for practice and/or competition will be issued equipment,
practice apparel, and game uniforms by the coaching staff.
Student-athletes are not allowed to switch or trade items with other student-athletes without approval from their
respective head coach. Student-athletes are not allowed to modify or alter their equipment without permission.
If, during the season, a student-athlete decides to cease participation and leave the team OR becomes ineligible;
uniforms and equipment must be immediately returned to their Head Coach. Any student-athlete failing to turn in
their equipment immediately will receive a hold, which will prevent the student-athlete from adding/dropping
courses, viewing grades, requesting transcripts, etc.
If, at the end of a season or upon leaving the team, a student-athlete does not return an issued piece of equipment,
he or she will be financially responsible for the replacement cost of the item. A hold will be placed on the student’s
account until the charge is paid or the item is replaced. Charges are based on the price to replace the item, not
necessarily the cost of an item – some items have up-charges based on small quantities.
DRUG TESTING PROGRAM
This policy is not to be construed as a contract between the University and the student-athlete. The Dominican
University New York New York Department of Athletics does not condone any alcohol or drug use at any time, both
in season or out of season.
The Dominican University New York New York Department of Athletics is concerned with the health and safety of
the student- athletes who participate in and represent the institution as role models for the rest of the student body
and the community. The Drug Testing Policy is in place to protect the student-athletes and prevent them from being
negatively influenced by potential alcohol and/or drug use. The use, abuse, possession, manufacture, distribution,
or being the influence of controlled or illegal substances, and/or NCAA banned substances is prohibited for all
student-athletes participating in Dominican University New York New York Athletics whether on or off Dominican
University New York New York campus.
The Department of Athletics at Dominican University New York New York believes it is our responsibility to do
everything possible to protect the health and well-being of our student-athletes. It is our desire, therefore, to educate
our student-athletes about the effects (both long- and short-term) of drugs and over-the-counter dietary supplements
on their performance and, much more importantly, on their lives. It is our hope
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student-athletes will recognize the dangers of drug use and therefore compete and live free of all dangerous
substances.
Purpose of the Student-Athlete Drug Testing Program
The Department of Athletics believes that random drug testing and testing based on reasonable suspicion
are appropriate to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our student-athletes, to promote fair
competition in intercollegiate athletics, to affirm compliance with applicable rules and regulations on drug
and alcohol abuse, to identify student-athletes who are improperly using drugs or alcohol and to assist them
before they harm themselves or others.
The Student-Athlete Drug Testing Program exists in order to:
●Assure all student-athletes, parents and University officials that the Dominican University New York
New York Athletics Department is committed to providing a drug-free environment for the conduct of all
athletic programs.
●Disseminate information and educate all student-athletes about the risks associated with drug and
alcohol use.
●Deter student-athletes from using drugs and alcohol.
●Adhere to NCAA and Dominican University New York New York rules and procedures regarding licit
or illicit drug use by student-athletes.
●Protect the reputation and integrity of the Dominican University New York New York Intercollegiate Athletics
Program.
●Identify student-athletes who are using illicit drugs or abusing alcohol or other licit drugs and provide
avenues for treatment and rehabilitation.
Athletic Department Staff Responsibility
All athletics staff members must be aware of and committed to the drug education and drug-testing program. No
athletics staff member shall encourage or advise any student-athlete to take performance-enhancing or non-
therapeutic drugs and further, they shall not issue or assist student-athletes in obtaining any performance-
enhancing or non-therapeutic drugs. Staff members shall advise and educate student-athletes against these types
of substances and shall report the use, or suspected use, of performance-enhancing and/or non-therapeutic drugs
by a student-athlete to the appropriate athletic department administrator. All athletics staff members shall direct
student-athletes who desire to use dietary supplements to the Athletic Trainer or the Team Physician. Any staff
member found to be in violation of this policy is subject to dismissal.
Consent to Participate
As a condition of participation in intercollegiate athletics at Dominican University New York New York, each student-
athlete will be required to sign a Dominican University New York New York consent form agreeing to undergo drug
and alcohol testing and authorizing release of test results in accordance with this policy. Failure to consent to or to
comply with the requirements of this policy may result in suspension from participation or termination of eligibility to
participate in intercollegiate athletics at Dominican University New York New York. Additionally, student-athletes
will be given an opportunity to ask any questions regarding the information contained in the policy, the testing
program, or other related issues prior to signing the Dominican University New York New York drug-testing consent
form.
All Dominican University New York New York student-athletes listed on the institutional squad list and who have
signed the institutional consent form shall be subject to drug testing under the terms of this policy. This includes but
is not limited to student-athletes who are “redshirting,” student-athletes who are academically ineligible, student-
athletes who are injured and 5th year student-athletes who are receiving athletic-related aid and/or using other
athletic-related services. All student-athletes shall be subject to drug testing under the terms of this policy
throughout the calendar year, including summer.
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Use of Dietary Supplements
Many dietary supplements or ergogenic aids contain banned substances. Often the labeling of dietary
supplements is not accurate and is misleading. Terms such as “healthy” or “all natural” do not mean dietary
supplements are free of banned substances or are safe to take. Using dietary supplements may lead to
negative side effects such as dehydration and/or may cause positive drug tests. Student-athletes who are
currently taking dietary supplements or intend to take any are required to review the product with the Athletic
Trainer or Team Physician. Student-athletes are encouraged to contact the National Center for Drug Free
www.drugfreesport.com/rec for information on dietary supplements and other banned substances.
Policy and Procedures Concerning Alcohol or Drug Related Behaviors
As a result of the accessibility of alcohol by students, alcohol use and abuse are prevalent on university
campuses. Student-athletes shall abide by all federal, state, local, university, and departmental alcohol
policies. An alcohol violation shall include any violation of federal, state, local, university, or department alcohol
policies, which includes any known incident(s) documented by a Department of Athletics staff member.
Student-athletes shall not attend any athletic-sponsored meetings, treatments, practices, programs, services,
contests, etc. while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. The consumption of alcohol and use of drugs
while on University-sponsored travel is strictly prohibited. In addition, the consumption of alcohol or use of
drugs by any student-athlete, student-athlete host and/or prospective student-athlete during recruitment visits
is strictly prohibited.
It is the responsibility of all student-athletes to know all federal, state, and local laws as well as the university
and athletic department policies related to the use of alcohol and drugs. Federal, New Jersey State and local
laws provide many legal sanctions for the unlawful possession or distribution of controlled substances. These
sanctions include severe criminal penalties such as fines and/or imprisonment.
If a student-athlete is determined to be involved in an alcohol or drug related incident, or if the student-
athlete tests positive for alcohol, the student-athlete may be required to attend a counseling session for the
purposes of evaluation, education, and if necessary, treatment or rehabilitation. If counseling is required, the
student-athlete will be required to sign a release of information to allow basic communication (e.g. whether the
student-athlete arrived for an appointment or not) between the University counselor, a Dominican University
New York New York team physician, the athletic trainer, Associate Director of Athletics, and Director of
Athletics. Failure to sign such a release will render the student-athlete ineligible for practice and competition.
An alcohol or drug related incident shall include but is not limited to the following: underage drinking, minor in
possession (MIP), public intoxication, drunk and disorderly conduct, DWI/DUI, assault while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs, possession of drugs, and/or any violation of the Dominican University New York
New York Code of Conduct involving alcohol or drugs.
The Director of Athletics, or his or her designee, the Associate Director, the Head Coach, and the Athletic
Trainer, in consultation with a university counselor, will determine on a case-by-case basis if the circumstances
warrant suspension of the student-athlete from practice and/or competition. The first time a student-athlete is
determined to be involved in an alcohol or drug related incident or the first time a student-athlete tests positive
for alcohol, it may be classified as a “warning.”
Sanctions for Alcohol or Drug Related Behaviors
The following sanctions shall apply to a student-athlete for alcohol and drug related behaviors.
First Alcohol or Drug Related Offense
Depending upon the severity of the offense, a first-time offender maybe given a warning about their behavior.
More serious offenses may result in termination of eligibility and/or scholarship for that year and/or subsequent
years.
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Second Alcohol or Drug Related Offense
A second offense during the same academic year will result in a suspension of 25% percent of the athletic contest
schedule during championship season. This penalty will carry over into the following academic year if necessary.
Third Alcohol or Drug Related Offense
A third offense during the safe academic year will result in termination from the athletic team and immediate removal
of scholarship.
Cumulative Violation and Sanction Policy
Violations resulting from alcohol related behaviors, including but not limited to write-ups or sanctions, are
cumulative for one academic year at Dominican University New York New York. Not meeting any or all of the
sanction requirements will be considered another violation of this policy and the next subsequent sanction shall
apply. For health and safety reasons, a team physician may withhold a student-athlete from practice and/or
competition at any time.
For all sanctions listed, the Director of Athletics or his or her designee may schedule a confidential meeting with
the Associate Director of Athletics, Head Coach, Athletic Trainer, a university counselor and the student-athlete.
The suspension will be served during the championship season. In addition, sanctions may be applied to
exhibition contests, scrimmages, and/or non-championship season contests. The suspension will rollover to the
next championship season of competition, if necessary. If the alcohol or drug related offense occurs during the
off-season, the suspension will be served during the next championship season of competition. If the alcohol or
drug related offense occurs at the end of the regular season but prior to postseason competition, it shall be
served during the postseason competition. The student-athlete must be medically authorized by a Dominican
University New York New York team physician or Athletic Trainer, in conjunction with a Dominican University
New York New York counselor and/or therapist, prior to resuming any athletic practice or competition.
Tobacco Policy
The NCAA and Dominican University New York New York prohibit the use of tobacco and/or vaping products by all
game personnel (e.g. coaches, student-athletes, athletic trainers, managers and game officials) in all sports during
practice, competition, and team travel. See NCAA Bylaws 11.1.5. and 17.1.9. A student-athlete who violates this
tobacco policy shall be disqualified for the remainder of that practice or competition. The Assistant Vice President
and Director of Athletics will sanction other game personnel (e.g. head or assistant coach) who violate this tobacco
policy on a case-by-case basis.
Prohibited Drugs/Substances
The Dominican University New York New York drug screening process may include, but is not limited to, analysis
of the NCAA list of banned-drug classes.
Additional substances that Dominican University New York New York may screen for include alcohol, beta-blockers,
opiates, MDMA (Ecstasy), amphetamine/methamphetamine, and flunitrazepam (Rohypnol). Dominican University
New York New York explicitly reserves the right to test for substances not listed on the NCAA Banned Drug Classes
List and to test at detection levels that vary from those of the NCAA. Dominican University New York New York’s
Student-Athlete Drug Education and Drug Testing Program are separate and distinct from the NCAA’s drug testing
programs, including but not limited to banned substances, sanctions imposed and levels of detection.
At any time the NCAA may administer drug tests and sanctions for violations may differ from
institutional policy. Detailed information regarding NCAA drug testing policies can be found
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NCAA BANNED SUBSTANCES
It is your responsibility to check with the appropriate or designated athletics staff before using any
substance!
The NCAA bans the following drug classes:
1. Stimulants.
2. Anabolic agents.
3. Beta blockers (banned for rifle only).
4. Diuretics and masking agents.
5. Narcotics.
6. Peptide hormones, growth factors, related substances and mimetics.
7. Hormone and metabolic modulators.
8. Beta-2 agonists.
Note: This is not a complete or exhaustive list. Any substance chemically/pharmacologically related to
these classes also is banned. The school and the student-athlete shall be held accountable for all drugs
within the banned-drug class regardless of whether they have been specifically identified. Examples of
substances under each class can be found at ncaa.org/drugtesting. There is no complete list of banned
substances.
Substances and Methods Subject to Restrictions:
1. Blood and gene doping.
2. Local anesthetics (permitted under some conditions).
3. Manipulation of urine samples.
4. Tampering of urine samples.
5. Beta-2 agonists (permitted only by inhalation with prescription).
NCAA Nutritional/Dietary Supplements:
Before consuming any nutritional/dietary supplement product, first review the product and its label with your
athletics department staff.
1. There are no NCAA-approved nutritional or dietary supplements.
2. Nutritional/dietary supplements, including vitamins and minerals, are not well regulated and may
cause a positive drug test.
3. Student-athletes have tested positive and lost their eligibility using nutritional/dietary
supplements.
4. Many nutritional/dietary supplements are contaminated with banned drugs not listed on the label.
5. While third- party tested and low-level risk products may be options, complete elimination of risk is
impossible.
6. All nutritional/dietary supplements are taken at the student-athlete’s own risk.
Some Examples of NCAA Banned Substances in Each Drug Class
THERE IS NO COMPLETE LIST OF BANNED SUBSTANCES. DO NOT RELY ON THIS LIST TO
RULE OUT ANY LABEL INGREDIENT.
Many nutritional/dietary supplements are contaminated with banned substances not listed on the label. It is
your responsibility to check with the appropriate or designated athletics staff before using any substance.
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Drug Classes
Stimulants
Some Examples of Substances in Each Class
Amphetamine (Adderall), Caffeine (Guarana), Cocaine, Dimethylbutylamine (DMBA; AMP),
Dimethylhexylamine (DMHA; Octodrine), Ephedrine, Heptaminol, Hordenine, Lisdexamfetamine
(Vyvanse), Methamphetamine, Methylhexanamine (DMAA; Forthane), Methylphenidate
(Ritalin), Mephedrone (bath salts), Modafinil, Octopamine, Phenethylamine (PEA) and its
derivatives, Phentermine, Synephrine (bitter orange).
Exceptions: Phenylephrine and Pseudoephedrine are not banned.
Anabolic Agents
Androstenedione, Boldenone, Clenbuterol, Clostebol, DHCMT (Oral Turinabol), DHEA
,
Drostanolone, Epitrenbolone, Etiocholanolone, Methandienone, Methasterone Nandrolone (19-
,
nortestosterone), Oxandrolone, SARMS [Ligandrol (LGD-4033); Ostarine; RAD140; S-23],
Stanozolol, Stenbolone, Testosterone, Trenbolone.
Beta
Blockers
Atenolol, Metoprolol, Nadolol, Pindolol, Propranolol, Timolol.
(banned for rifle
only)
Diuretics
Bumetanide, Canrenone (Spironolactone), Chlorothiazide, Furosemide
Probenecid, Triamterene, Trichlormethiazide.
Hydrochlorothiazide ,
an
d Masking Agents
Exceptions: Finasteride is not banned.
Narcotics
Buprenorphine, Dextromoramide, Diamorphine (heroin), Fentanyl and its derivatives,
Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Meperidine,
Methadone, Morphine, Nicomorphine,
Oxycodone, Oxymorphone, Pentazocine, Tramadol.
Peptide
BPC-157, Growth hormone (hGH), Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG), Erythropoietin
(EPO), IGF-1 (colostrum; deer antler velvet), Ibutamoren (MK-677).
Hormones, growth
factors, related
substances and
mimetics
Exceptions: Insulin, Synthroid and Forteo are not banned.
Hormone
and
Metabolic
Modulators
Anti-Estrogen
(Fulvestrant),
Aromatase
Inhibitors
[Anastrozole
(Arimidex);
ATD
(androstatrienedione); Formestane; Letrozole], PPAR-d [GW1516 (Cardarine); GW0742], SERMS
[Clomiphene (Clomid); Raloxifene (Evista); Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)].
Beta-2 Agonists
Albuterol, Formoterol, Higenamine, Salbutamol, Salmeterol, Vilanterol.
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Any substance that is chemically/pharmacologically related to one of the above drug classes, even if it is not listed as
an example, is also banned.
Information about ingredients in medications and nutritional/dietary supplements can be obtained by
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
Per the NCAA document “Inter-Association Consensus Document: Best-Practices for Understanding and Supporting
Student-Athlete Mental Wellness,” drafted in 2013 during a task force convened to address the mental health of
student-athletes at the University level; it was discussed, and strongly recommended, that each institution develop
and implement an interdisciplinary team focused on supporting the mental wellness of all student-athletes.
The ATC staff is usually the immediate resource for a struggling student-athlete and will contact the Counseling
Department, if necessary, to make a referral. When appropriate, the Athletic Director will be brought in to make
administrative decisions regarding the student-athlete. It is important that anyone involved with a potential mental
health situation report to one of these persons/groups before any further decisions can be made concerning an
individual athlete’s mental health. When someone is showing a pattern of unhealthy behavior, it is important to
consider the possibility that there is something wrong. Below is a list of recognizable signs and symptoms of mental
distress. This list is not all inclusive.
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Changes in eating and sleeping habits
Difficulty concentrating
Lack of interest or participation of things that he/she is usually interested in
Loss of motivation
Withdrawing/isolating from social contact
Irritable, edgy, impatient, argumentative
Deterioration in appearance or hygiene
Negative self-talk
Excessive worry or fear
Loss of enjoyment in activities previously found enjoyable
Irresponsibility, lying
Mood swings or lack of emotion
Feeling out of control
Physical complaints not related to sports injury
Overuse injuries, unresolved injuries, or continually being injured
Unhealthy weight control practices (e.g. restrictive dieting, binge eating, over-exercising, self-induced
vomiting, or abuse of laxatives, weight loss supplements, and diuretics)
Unexplained wounds or deliberate self-harm
Talking about death, dying, or “going away”
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For non-emergency mental health situations complete a Maxient Incident Reporting Form and the appropriate
person will contact the athlete. This is found on the www.my.duny.edu website under Quick Links. It is recommended that
you follow up with a call or email to the Counseling Department to ensure that someone will reach out to the student-
athlete. For a student-athlete needing support in any capacity such as physically, emotionally, academically, or
financially, contact the CARE TEAM by filling out the CARE Team referral form on the www.my.duny.edu website under
Student Life section or call them for recommendations.
For emergency mental health crisis such as threatening to harm themselves or others follow the Emergency Action
Plan by calling the Behavioral Health Response Team or 911. If on campus, call Campus Security. Stay with the person
until help arrives. Take all threats seriously and take precautions for personal safety. Afterwards, fill out a Maxient
Incident Reporting Form online.
For student-athletes unable to participate in their sport due to mental health reasons, they must bring
documentation to the AT Staff from their mental health provider. The AT staff will contact the Counseling Department for
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a consultation. All documentation will be submitted to the Counseling Department. The student-athlete will meet with the
Counseling Department to fill out the appropriate documentation. If any other accommodations are needed, the
Counseling Department will contact the Office of Special Services or Care Team. Return to participation will have to be
approved by the Counseling Department. The athlete will meet with the Head coach, Head ATC and an Athletic
Administrative staff member before return to participation.
Behavioral Health Response Team (845) 517-0400
Counseling Department (845) 848-4036
Campus Security (914) 403-7531
Care Team (845) 848-5012
DUNY ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS POLICY
Please refer to the Dominican University New York New York Student Handbook for information regarding the University
SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION
Sexual assault and interpersonal violence on campus are important issues that impact the well-being of the student body
and the campus community. In accordance with the NCAA policy on Campus Sexual Violence, the Athletic Department
will ensure annually, that,
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The athletics department is informed on, integrated in, and compliant with institutional policies and processes
regarding sexual violence prevention and proper adjudication and resolution of acts of sexual violence;
The institutional policies and processes regarding sexual violence prevention and adjudication, and the name and
contact information for the campus Title IX coordinator, are available within the athletics department, and are
provided to student-athletes;
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All student-athletes, coaches and staff have been educated each year on sexual violence prevention, intervention
and response, to the extent allowable by state law and collective bargaining agreements.
All incoming, continuing and transfer student-athletes are required to complete an annual disclosure form related
to their conduct that resulted in discipline through a Title IX proceeding or in a criminal conviction for sexual,
interpersonal or other acts of violence. **Transfer student-athletes also must disclose whether a Title IX proceeding
was incomplete at the time of transfer. Failure to make a full and accurate disclosure could result in penalties,
including loss of eligibility to participate in athletics as determined by Dominican University New York New York.
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Dominican University New York New York is responsible for taking reasonable steps to confirm whether incoming,
continuing and transfer student-athletes have been disciplined through a Title IX proceeding or criminally convicted
of sexual, interpersonal or other acts of violence. **In a manner consistent with federal and state law, all NCAA
member institutions must share relevant discipline information and incomplete Title IX proceedings as a result of
transfer with other member institutions when a student-athlete attempts to enroll in a new college or university.
DUNY DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT POLICY
The purpose of this policy is to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting unlawful discrimination,
harassment, and retaliation and to foster the University’s commitment to providing an educational and working environment
free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
The policy applies to all Dominican University New York employees, students, volunteers, or contractors, as well as visitors
and applicants for admission to or employment with the University.ꢀ The application of this policy includes conduct both on
and off-campus, including overseas programs, business trips, and business-related social events, etc.
Dominican University New York is committed to providing a work and academic environment that is free of unlawful
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discriminationꢀ or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex including pregnancy, gender identity, and
transgender status, gender, sexual orientation, actual or perceived sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity,
alienage or citizenship status, age, physical or mental handicap or disability, marital or military status, veteran status
(including Vietnam era veterans per the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act), domestic violence victim
status, familial status, genetic disposition, genetic information, or predisposing genetic characteristics, and any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York, or local law.
In keeping with this commitment, Dominican University New York maintains a strict policy prohibiting all forms of unlawful
discrimination or harassment and discouraging conduct that, while not unlawful, could reasonably be considered unlawful
discrimination or harassment.ꢀ Furthermore, Dominican University New York also prohibits retaliation in any form against
any persons for their participation or involvement in the reporting, investigation, and/or resolution of matters reported or
subject to this policy.
Retaliation against anyone who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or otherwise participates in the enforcement of this
policy is strictly prohibited. Initiating a complaint of discrimination or harassment will not affect a complainant’s employment,
compensation or work assignments or, in the case of students, grades, class selection, or any other matter pertaining to
student status.ꢀ The University will take appropriate steps to prevent and/or address retaliatory conduct immediately.
Dominican University recognizes the importance of maintaining the right of academic freedom and the
University’s determination to protect the full and frank discussion of ideas. Thus, discrimination or harassment does not
refer to the use of materials about or discussion of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability,
veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, or other status protected by applicable law for scholarly purposes
appropriate to the academic context, such as class discussions, academic conferences, or meetings.
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Title IX & Misconduct Policies
Dominican University New York is committed to providing a work and academic environment that is free of unlawful
discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sex, age, disability,
veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic disposition, or any other status protected by applicable law. In keeping with
this commitment, Dominican University New York maintains a strict policy prohibiting all forms of unlawful discrimination
or harassment and discouraging conduct that, while not unlawful, could reasonably be considered unlawful discrimination
or harassment. Furthermore, Dominican University New York also prohibits retaliation of any kind against individuals who
file valid complaints or who assist in a Dominican University New York investigation of unlawful discrimination or
harassment. The applicable laws defining unlawful discrimination or harassment include, but are not limited to, the Civil
Rights Act of 1866; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
1964; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Rehabilitation Act of
1973; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, as amended; the Americans With Disabilities Act; the Genetic
Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008; and the Civil Rights Act of 1991. Moreover, unlawful harassment includes but
is not limited to verbal, physical, and visual harassment.
Dominican University New York recognizes the importance of maintaining the right of academic freedom and the
University’s determination to protect the full and frank discussion of ideas. Thus, discrimination or harassment does not
refer to the use of materials about or discussion of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability,
veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic disposition, or other status protected by applicable law for scholarly purposes
appropriate to the academic context, such as class discussions, academic conferences, or meetings.
This policy applies to all employees, students, independent contractors, and vendors or others doing business with
Dominican University New York.
Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is
the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in
in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator, or
by any other means that results in the Title IX Coordinator receiving the person’s verbal or written report.
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Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator:
Jonathan Delgado
Associate Dean for Student Development & Title IX Coordinator
(845) 848-5012
To view the institutions full policy on Sexual Misconduct Policy, please click here
EXIT INTERVIEW
Student-athletes who leave the team during the season will need to participate in an exit interview with either the Director
of Athletics, Associate Director of Athletics or the Faculty Athletic Representative. All responses are confidential and
identifying details will not be shared with any coaches or staff members. The intent of the interview is to ascertain
student-athlete’s honest feelings about their experiences at Dominican University New York.
SCHOLARSHIP REMOVAL POLICY
Any student-athlete ruled academically ineligible will have one semester to regain their eligibility. If an athlete is ruled
ineligible for a second straight semester they will have their athletic aid revoked immediately.
If a coach wants to dismiss a player from a team, the coach must send the student-athlete to meet with the Director of
Athletics before the dismissal. Prior to that meeting, the coach must submit in writing to the Director of Athletics a report
that details the reason(s) for the dismissal. After the aforementioned meeting, the coach and the Director of Athletics will
meet to discuss the situation and will render a final decision
CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY
Dominican University New York has a consistent set of academic objectives that apply to all student athletes. Among the
minimum academic objectives for student athletes are the following:
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Achieve and maintain the necessary grade-point average in order to play; this objective is also mandated by
NCAA.
Attendance at all scheduled classes unless officially excused. Appropriate excuses in terms of Athletic
Department expectations will be determined by the Athletic Director.
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Attendance by all first-semester freshmen at a weekly study hall.
Class or athletic schedule conflicts are considered legitimate excuses for absence at study hall times.
Attendance is required at study hall and all classes by all athletes after the first semester who do not have the
required G.P.A. for exemption. (Below a 3.0). Exceptions and policies for first semester transfers will be
determined by the Athletic Director.
Class Attendance Policy
Students who do not attend class will not play according to the following rules.
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In season, students who miss 4 unexcused classes or 2 study hall sessions will miss 1 game/day plus 1
game/day for each additional miss
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Example:
4 absences =
5 absences =
6 absences =
1 game day
2 game days
3 game days
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If the season has ended and there are still classes to be attended, students who miss 4 unexcused
classes will be suspended from the team, for no less than 1 week plus 1 scrimmage game the following
semester. If the unexcused absences continue, it will result in missing the 1st game thereafter.
Example:
4 absences =
1 week plus 1
scrimmage
1 game
5 absences =
6 absences =
2 games
1. Recognizing that the University must address the need to enable student-athletes to participate in scheduled
and unscheduled athletic competition, adjustments must be made to enable student-athletes to fulfill
their academic responsibilities. Therefore, when student-athletes have a scheduled competition that conflicts
with a class, they will obtain any assignment(s) given during that class from the professor. In the event that
student-athletes will miss an assessment, i.e., quiz, test, presentation or exam, student-athletes must meet
with the faculty member prior to the event to arrange for possible alternative evaluations developed with the
instructor.
2. The Athletic Department Administration will establish the departure times for all athletic contests.
3. The Athletic Department will send out monthly emails to the faculty that will notify them of each team’s
dismissal times for away competition. Student-athletes ARE NOT PERMITTED TO MISS CLASS FOR
PRACTICE AND/OR SCRIMMAGES/NON-CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON COMPETITION.
STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISEMENT
As a student-athlete, we recognize that you have additional pressures and expectations based on the NCAA eligibility
guidelines. We therefore provide all student-athletes with an additional support network comprised of their Faculty Advisor
and the Athletics Department.
Registration Guidelines Student-Athletes:
In-Season Student-Athletes:
In-season student-athletes should first meet with their Faculty Advisor to discuss what classes they should take
toward their major and overall Dominican degree. This meeting should happen during the week prior to
registration. During the priority registration period(s), student-athletes will register for their classes. This gives
them the opportunity to choose courses which will not conflict with their sports schedule.
In-season student-athletes must obtain approvals from both their Faculty Advisor and the Compliance Officer to
drop or withdraw from classes during the semester. Student-Athletes must inform their instructors about the
specific class meetings they anticipate missing due to their game schedule and discuss the options available to
make up missed assignment/attendance.
Out-of-Season Student-Athletes:
After meeting with their Faculty Advisor, out-of-season student-athletes will register online and according to
earned credits, in the same manner as the rest of the student body. After registration and up until the Add/Drop
period, the Athletic Advisor and the Athletics Department will monitor student-athlete schedules for NCAA
eligibility purposes.
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Out-of-season student-athletes must obtain approvals from both their Faculty Advisor and their Athletic Advisor to
withdraw from classes during the semester.
NCAA CONTINUING ELIGIBILITY RULES AND
REGULATIONS AND PROGRESS TOWARDS DEGREE
REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to represent Dominican University New York New York as a student-athlete, the NCAA requires that
student-athletes earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 and make progress towards earning their college degree every year.
Taking classes that do not count towards your degree or not earning a satisfactory grade in your major courses could
affect your eligibility. Student-athletes must also meet the academic requirements of Dominican University New York New
York.
Since Dominican University New York New York operates on a semester basis (as opposed to institutions that operate
on a quarter basis), the following are the basic degree hour requirements for a semester institution:
ENROLL IN 12 CREDIT HOURS- Undergraduate student-athletes must maintain enrollment in 12
degree hours at all times. Graduate students must maintain enrollment in 9 degree hours. Dropping below 12
or 9 degree hours at any time, will result in a student-athlete being immediately ineligible for practice and
competition! No student-athlete should withdraw from a class without meeting with Athletic Department
personnel to discuss how such withdrawal may impact their eligibility.
24 CREDIT RULE: Student-athletes must satisfactorily complete 24 degree hours per year starting in the
Fall semester through the following summer term. However, there are specific rules as to how and when you
can earn those 24 degree hours:
18 CREDIT RULE: This rule requires that 18 of your 24 degree hours must be earned during the regular
academic year. This means in the Fall semester and Spring semester you must earn 18 of your 24 degree
hours. The 9 CREDIT RULE requires that you earn 9 degree hours in each semester.
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
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Student-athletes must be enrolled in 12 degree hours at all times.
24-semester hours of degree credit must be completed each academic year to remain eligible.
At least 18-semester hours must be earned between the start of fall classes and spring
commencement, and up to 6 semester hours can be earned in the summer.
All Division II student-athletes must earn at least nine-semester hours each full-time term to be eligible for
the following term, i.e. 9 semester hours in the fall semester and 9 semester hours in the spring semester.
Student-athletes must earn a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average each year.
Division II student-athletes must complete their four seasons of competition within the first 10
semesters of full-time enrollment.
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REPEATING A COURSE- If you repeat a course for which you previously received credit, you will not receive
credit for the same class again. This could impact your ability to maintain 12 hours per semester.
REMEDIAL COURSES- Remedial courses may only be taken in your first 2 semesters of college in order for
them to count towards eligibility. If you choose to take a remedial course after your first 2 semesters, you will not
receive credit and it could affect your eligibility.
DECLARE A MAJOR- Student-athletes are required to declare a major by their 5th semester of college to
maintain eligibility. This applies to transfer student-athletes as well.
Beginning with the student-
athlete's fifth semester of collegiate enrollment, credits used to meet the annual credit hour requirement must
be degree credit toward the student-athlete's designated degree program.
If a student-athlete wants to change their major, they must notify the Athletic Department prior to any change.
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The following are the academic standing classifications as set by Dominican University New York New
York, which are more fully defined and explained in the Dominican University New York
New York Catalog:
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Good Standing: Cumulative and major GPA is 2.0 or above.
Academic Warning: Any student whose term GPA is below a 2.0.
Academic Probation: Any student whose cumulative GPA falls below a 2.0
Re-admit Probation: Returning students who have a cumulative GPA below 2.0
Continued Probation: Second semester probation students whose GPA remains below 2.0 but have
shown improvement by raising their cumulative GPA or achieve a term GPA of 2.0 or above.
Academic Suspension: Any student who has failed to improve cumulative GPA or who has not
achieved a term GPA of 2.0 or above after one semester on Academic Probation.
Academic Dismissal: Any student who has failed to improve cumulative GPA after returning from
Academic suspension and has put little to no effort in achieving academic goals will face academic
dismissal from the University.
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NCAA AMATEURISM REGULATIONS
Only amateur athletes can participate in NCAA sports. If at any time you participate in any of the following
activities following your initial full-time collegiate enrollment, you cease to be an amateur athlete and are
subject to losing your intercollegiate eligibility in a particular sport:
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Use your athletic skill for pay in any form in that sport.
Accept a promise of pay, even if it is to be received following the completion of your
intercollegiate athletics participation. Please refer to NIL Policy.
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Sign a contract or commitment of any kind to play professional athletics.
Accept any pay from an agent or agree to have an agent market your athletic ability or reputation.
Receive, directly or indirectly, a salary, reimbursement of expenses or any other form of financial
assistance from a professional sports organization, except as permitted by NCAA rules. Please
refer to NIL Policy.
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Compete on any professional team, even if no pay or compensation for expenses were received.
Enter into an agreement (written or verbal) with an agent either prior to or following initial
full-time collegiate enrollment. Please refer to NIL Policy.
NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS
Subject to the NCAA rules and this policy, Dominican University New York student-athletes may use their name, image
and likeness in a variety of ways that may include, but is not limited to, promoting their own business, promoting or
endorsing a corporate entity (e.g., a brand ambassador or social media influencer), conducting camps, lessons or clinics,
making appearances, or signing autographs. Dominican University New York student-athletes may receive compensation,
either in-kind or monetary, for engaging in NIL opportunities, subject to NCAA legislation and Dominican University New
York approval. Dominican University New York shall be prohibited from entering into any NIL agreement with a Dominican
University New York student-athlete. Dominican University New York student-athletes may engage in NIL opportunities
and receive corresponding compensation from Dominican University New York boosters, donors or sponsors so long as
the compensation is paid for work actually performed by the Dominican University New York student-athlete and is not: (i)
a recruiting inducement; (ii) an inducement to remain enrolled at Dominican University New York; and/or (iii) based on
athletic performance. The entire Name, Image and Likeness Policy can be found below.
Policy on Student-Athlete Monetization of Name, Image & Likeness
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Student-athletes may use their name, image and likeness (NIL) for compensation. This may include: their
own business activities and endorsements and promotional activities, including appearances, autographs
and social media activity. There may be a direct tie between these NIL activities and their identity as a
student-athlete.
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Student-athletes may use the services of a professional service provider for representation in contract
negotiations related to NIL and Marketing of their NIL activities.
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Student-athletes must disclose all prospective agreements and NIL activities in advance, including any
arrangements or fees for professional service providers. No institutional staff member may provide
professional services related to student-athlete NIL activities. They may not arrange specific opportunities
for student-athletes, nor may they identify a specific professional service provider. Specific NIL
opportunities may not be used as an inducement for enrollment.
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Student-athletes may not engage in NIL activities involving a commercial product or service that conflicts
with existing NCAA legislation, such as sports wagering and banned substances.
Student-athletes may not receive compensation for signing an autograph while participating in required
athletically-related activities, or when representing the institution.
Student-athletes may not use Dominican University New York marks, logos and facilities in their NIL
activities.
Student-athletes may not miss class or required athletically-related activities in order to participate in NIL
activities.
Student-athletes may not enter into NIL agreements that extend beyond their NCAA athletics eligibility.
NCAA Bylaw 16 does not permit the sale of awards or Dominican University New York issued equipment and apparel
during your period as a student-athlete.
CACC CODE OF SPORTSMANSHIP AND ETHICAL
CONDUCT
PHILOSOPHY
In accordance with its Mission Statement and the NCAA Principle of Sportsmanship, the CACC is committed to promoting
and developing the principles of fair play, accountability, amateurism, and integrity amongst the member institutions. We
believe that athletics is an integral part of the student-athlete’s overall educational experience and strive to educate all
participants in athletic contests to conduct themselves with civility, dignity and respect for opponents.
BASIC PRINCIPLES
As a member of the CACC, we agree to:
1. Adhere to NCAA rules and Division II philosophy.
2. Treat CACC members and all opponents with respect and dignity in victory and defeat.
3. Treat coaches and officials with respect and dignity.
4. Show maturity and integrity in conduct both on and off the field of play.
5. Place the welfare of the student-athlete at the forefront of our operating principles.
6. Observe and support the spirit and rules of the game.
7. Serve as gracious hosts to our opponents and exhibit conduct portraying ourselves as worthy guests.
8. Encourage and promote a positive game environment and take appropriate action for any incidents
that are inconsistent with CACC standards of conduct.
I.
UNSPORTSMANLIKE AND UNETHICAL CONDUCT
The CACC shall neither condone nor ignore unsportsmanlike and/or unethical conduct by student-athletes,
coaches, spectators, administrators, or staff.
Definition: Unsportsmanlike/Unethical conduct includes, but is not limited to the following:
1. Physical and verbal acts that would incite spectators or student-athletes.
2. Threatening gestures or words.
3. Obscenities, and race, religious, nationality, or sex-based statements whether spoken, signed, gestured,
written, or printed.
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4. Public criticism of officials, conference officers, the conference in general, or other member institutions or their
employees.
5. Confrontations between officials and student-athletes or their coaches.
6. Confrontations between student-athletes or coaches from opposing teams that exceed socially acceptable
behavior.
7. Any other act that would negatively affect the image and reputation of the institution, sport, CACC, or NCAA.
8. Conduct that results in a coach or player’s ejection from the game.
[Reference: NCAA Bylaw 10]
PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING UNSPORTSMANLIKE OR UNETHICAL CONDUCT
1. Any individual may report an incident of unsportsmanlike/unethical conduct, provided that the individual first
reports the incident to the Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics of a member institution.
2. The Head Coach must notify his or her Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics of any incident of
unsportsmanlike/unethical conduct by any member of his or her coaching staff or by any player within 24 hours of
the end of the contest (if the contest is on a Saturday, then the Head Coach has until 12:00 noon on the following
Monday to report the incident).
3. For an incident committed by someone other than the coaching staff or players (such as spectators or athletics
department staff), the event manager/site supervisor of the host institution (or his or her designee) must report the
incident to the Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics within the same timeframe.
4. The Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics (or his or her designee) in conjunction with the Head Coach
or Event Manager must prepare an incident report concerning the alleged unsportsmanlike/unethical conduct and
submit it to the Commissioner of the CACC and the Chairperson of the Ethics and Infractions Committee within 24
hours after being notified of the incident. If the incident occurs on a Saturday, the form shall be completed and
submitted no later than noon on the Monday immediately following the contest. The form must be e-mailed by the
Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics and then subsequently faxed on the same day with appropriate
signatures.
5. Within 24 hours after a report is submitted, the institution(s) shall provide the Ethics Committee with information
regarding disciplinary action if any, imposed by the institution as a result of the incident.
6. The Ethics and Infractions Committee will review the incident, and shall make a good faith effort to complete its
investigation and submit a report and recommendation to the Commissioner within 72 hours of receipt of the
incident report. In reaching its decision the Committee shall determine whether to accept the disciplinary action,
if any, assessed by the institution or impose an additional penalty if the Committee finds that a violation has
occurred.
7. A coaches’ failure to report an incident within the required time period will result in a warning for a first-time violation.
If a coach fails a second time during the season to report an incident within the required time period, he or she will
be suspended from the next two contests.
8. If the Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics fails to submit an incident report within the required
timeframe, the member institution will be fined the sum of $250. If the Assistant Vice President and Director of
Athletics commits a second violation of this procedure during the season, the team in question will be ineligible
for CACC post-season competition for that entire academic year.
II.
ETHICS AND INFRACTIONS COMMITTEE
1. The Ethics and Infractions Committee consists of members of the athletics department staffs from the member
institutions, a Faculty Athletics Representative, and a current student-athlete who is a member of the
Conference SAAC committee. The CACC Commissioner is an ex-officio member of the committee. The Ethics
and Infractions Committee shall review reports and/or complaints of alleged unsportsmanlike/unethical conduct,
conduct any necessary investigation, and make decisions regarding appropriate disciplinary action.
2. Any member of the Ethics and Infractions Committee whose institution is involved in the incident under review
shall recuse himself or herself and shall not be eligible to participate in investigating the incident, nor shall he/she
be eligible to vote on any disciplinary action to be taken.
3. Two-thirds of the eligible membership (i.e., members other than those required to recuse themselves) shall
constitute a quorum. Final decisions including any disciplinary action shall be reached by a majority vote of the
eligible membership. However, the vote is only valid if a quorum is present.
4. Institutions and their personnel are expected to fully cooperate with the Ethics and Infractions
Committee’s efforts to investigate alleged unsportsmanlike or unethical behavior.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION
a. Any coach or student-athlete is subject to any penalties and/or sanctions imposed under NCAA rules and
regulations specific to their sport for unsportsmanlike/unethical conduct. In addition, the Ethics and
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Infractions Committee may impose additional sanctions for the following instances of misconduct:
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Fighting with teammates, opposing team members, coaches, officials, or spectators.
Intentional physical contact with an official.
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Abusive/inappropriate language.
Multiple violations of this code.
b. Any other member of an athletics department staff who engages in unsportsmanlike/unethical
conduct will be subject to sanctions imposed by the Ethics and Infractions Committee.
III.
A.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Institutional: It is the responsibility of each member institution to ensure that sportsmanship and ethical
conduct are displayed by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators at all athletic events. The athletics director shall be
responsible for annually reviewing precisely what is meant by unacceptable conduct, as set forth in this code, as well as
applicable NCAA rules governing unacceptable conduct, with all athletics groups.
B.
Commissioner:
The Commissioner of the CACC shall monitor and enforce the Conference policy on
sportsmanship and ethical conduct, including enforcement of any disciplinary action imposed by the Ethics and Infractions
Committee. The Commissioner of the CACC shall distribute the code of conduct agreement form for officials to each of
the assignors. The assignors shall be responsible for reviewing the code of conduct with the officials.
C.
Athletics Administrators: It is incumbent upon institutional administrators to create a positive
environment for all athletic contests and a hospitable setting for visiting teams.
Each host institution is required to designate a game manager for each home contest. The host athletics administrator
has the authority to immediately suspend any contest that develops into an unsafe environment for either participants or
spectators.
Before each CACC season, the athletic director shall ensure that every student-athlete receives a copy of this code and
signs the student-athlete statement.
Before each CACC season, the athletic director shall ensure that members of the coaching staff and athletics department
staff receive a copy of this code and sign the code of conduct agreement form.
D.
Coaches: Coaches have the highest degree of influence over the student-athletes in their programs. Student-
athletes should be taught and follow high standards of sportsmanship and ethical conduct. It is imperative that the coach
demonstrate a good example of sportsmanship and ethical conduct. At no time should a coach engage in any type of
communication, verbal or otherwise, with fans and spectators.
The coach shall:
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Display appropriate sportsmanship and ethical behavior.
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Teach and reinforce player’s proper sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
Review and discuss NCAA rules and regulations specific to their sport, including rules governing penalties
for misconduct, with the coaching staff and players.
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Make every attempt to control the behavior of the coaching staff and players before, during and after
the contest.
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If a fight occurs, do everything possible to keep uninvolved players out of the fight.
Follow the designated procedure for reporting all incidents of unsportsmanlike or unethical conduct.
E . Student-Athletes: CACC student-athletes must understand that they are perhaps the most visible representatives
of their institutions, the conference, the NCAA, and themselves. Student-athletes at CACC institutions are expected to
treat opponents and game officials with civility, dignity and respect. At no time should a student-athlete engage in any type
of communication, verbal or otherwise, with fans and spectators. There will be no tolerance for taunting, fighting or other
acts of aggression that demonstrate unsportsmanlike conduct or unethical behavior.
F.
Spectators: The Conference hopes and believes that the establishment of the principles outlined in this policy will
create an atmosphere that will attract more fans to our events and ensure a positive intercollegiate experience. The CACC
Student-Athlete Conduct Statement shall be read prior to each contest by a student-athlete from the home team. In
addition, the Sports Information Director of each member institution shall ensure that the CACC Student-Athlete Conduct
Statement is printed in the game day program. It is expected that all spectators will behave in an appropriate manner. It
is the responsibility of the host athletics administrator to monitor the behavior of spectators and when necessary, take
necessary action to promote a positive game environment.
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ATHLETIC TRAINING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
INTRODUCTION
The following policies and procedures of the Dominican University New York Athletic Training Department have been written
to inform the student-athlete, parents, coaches, administrators and staff as to how the program generally operates. For
these policies and procedures to work successfully, full support and cooperation will be needed from the entire medical
staff, athletics department staff, parents and student-athletes.
Dominican University New York employs Certified Athletic Trainers who are responsible for organizing and administering
athletic training and sports medicine related services for all student-athletes. The Athletic Trainers work under the direction
of licensed medical physicians. The healthcare provided will place emphasis on prevention, assessment, emergency care,
treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses. The Athletic Trainers are required to provide health and safety
education for the athletics department administrators, coaching staff and student-athletes.
PRE-PARTICIPATION MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
A pre-participation medical evaluation (PPE) is required upon a student-athlete’s entrance into the institution’s intercollegiate
athletics program (see NCAA Bylaw 17.1.5). This initial evaluation includes a comprehensive health history, immunization
history and a relevant physical exam by their primary care physician (PCP), with a strong emphasis on the cardiovascular,
neurologic and musculoskeletal evaluation. Returning student-athletes are required to provide an updated medical history
and PPE by their PCP annually.
A pre-participation orthopedic screening by the team physician(s) is required upon the student-athlete’s entrance into the
institution’s intercollegiate athletic program. The orthopedic screening is free for student-athletes. If a student-athlete is
unable to attend they will be responsible for completing it on their own and at their own expense.
The athletic training department uses a secure online system for medical record keeping. The student-athlete must go to
the MEDICAT Online portal located at www.my.dc.edu and complete all Athletic Forms that include a medical history form,
sickle cell policy and concussion policy forms. They must also upload onto MEDICAT a copy of their insurance card (front
& back), physical form, sickle cell test results and immunization record. This is to be updated by the student-athlete annually.
The student-athlete must also login to the Athletic Departments portal https://my.armssoftware.com to complete the
emergency contact and medical insurance forms.
All forms and online updates must be completely filled out before any student-athlete will be eligible to participate in
intercollegiate sports at Dominican University New York. You will not be eligible for pre-season workouts, practices,
scrimmages or games without all items listed below completed. There is no exception to this rule. This information will
be held in the Athletic Training Room for reference to be used whenever a consultation for illness or injury takes place. The
information is accessible only to the professional staff of Health Services and the Athletic Training Department. It will not
be released without written authorization of the student.
All student-athletes must complete the following information in order to be medically eligible for their upcoming season:
1. Upload completed physical form and sickle cell test lab results to MEDICAT.
2. Complete all online forms on MEDICAT and ARMs portals.
3. Upload copies of your medical insurance cards (front and back) to MEDICAT.
4. All NEW incoming freshman and transfer student-athletes must attend the scheduled orthopedic screening.
* Forms can be found on the athletics website.
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HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY
It is required that every student-athlete must be covered by individual or parental medical insurance to defray the costs of
significant injury or illness. They must provide proof of a current primary insurance policy and ensure that it covers athletic
injuries. Call your insurance company for details.
Dominican University New York uses BMI Benefits, LLC as their secondary insurance carrier. This is an excess policy which
covers only what has been denied or not paid for by the student’s primary insurance carrier. This excess policy is for sports
accidents only and will provide benefits for 52 weeks from the date of injury. There is a deductible of $500 annually. An
insurance claim form must be submitted by the Athletic Training Staff within 30 days of such injury to BMI Benefits.* If a student-
athlete is injured, it should be reported immediately to the athletic trainer. If it is not reported, you may not be eligible for
coverage by Dominican University New York’s secondary insurance.
ATHLETIC TRAINING ROOM – DAILY OPERATIONS
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All athletes are required to complete their Covid screening online before receiving any treatment.
All athletes must schedule an appointment online for formal therapy sessions for any injuries.
It is the coach’s responsibility to assign student-athletes to be responsible for bringing their water coolers, ice chest,
medical kit and water bottles to and from their game and practice locations.
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The ATC staff will take care of providing all pertinent medical supplies for all home games. They may require assistance
if the location is off campus.
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The AT Room will be cleaned and organized throughout the day after treatments and at the end of each day.
Team medical kits are to be restocked on a weekly basis by the AT students.
All medical files are updated as to include SOAP notes, progress, treatments, rehabilitation, and daily changes to a
student-athlete’s injury.*
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All head coaches will be notified daily of their current injured athlete’s status.
Athletes, staff and coaches are not allowed in any cabinets in the AT Room.
All borrowed exercise equipment must be signed out and signed back in when returned.
Athletes must wear proper attire and foot wear when receiving rehabilitation or treatments.
Athletes must shower after practice in order to receive treatments, especially when entering the whirlpool.
Confidentiality of an athlete’s medical history, records, injuries and status is important. ATs are required to stay within
the limits of their position and knowledge.
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important to present a positive public image for the ATC Staff and the AT profession. *
All modalities should be used under the direct supervision of an ATC.
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All injuries, treatments and rehabilitation programs should be documented on the appropriate forms. Injury status should
be updated on the computer files daily. All paperwork should be filed accurately.
No student or athlete is allowed to use the computer or telephone without the permission of an ATC.
Supplies should be inventoried and restocked on a regular basis.
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All borrowed injury equipment, such as air casts, braces, crutches, etc. must be returned by the end of the season,
unless authorized by ATC staff.
INJURY REPORTING
It is the responsibility of the individual athlete to report all injuries to the AT Staff. Those who have sustained a significant injury
or illness during the sport season should be given a follow-up examination by a physician to re-establish medical clearance
before resuming participation in their sport. This policy also should apply to pregnant student-athletes after delivery or
pregnancy termination. Medical clearance by the physician must be in writing on physician letterhead or the Medical Report
Form.* Clearance for individuals to return to activity is solely the responsibility of the team physician(s) and/ or that physician’s
designated representative. Consultations with other medical professionals when appropriate will be considered by the AT Staff
in making return to play decisions.
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The principal responsibilities of the Team Physicians are to serve as the medical director providing for the well-being of individual
athletes who sustain a sports injury and to supervise the operations of the Athletic Training Room. The team physicians’
responsibilities include:
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Performing an orthopedic screening for all incoming student-athletes into Dominican University New York athletic
programs.
Providing monthly on-site visits with the AT staff to review specific cases of athletic injuries and to oversee proper
documentation and medical record keeping of patient files.
Determining the standing orders for emergency care, initiation of acute care, and progression of athlete
rehabilitation.*
Collaborating with the AT Staff and other health professionals regarding an athlete’s rehabilitation process and
safe return to sports participation.
ATHLETIC TRAINING COVERAGE and SCHEDULE
The Athletic Training Room is open for daily operations Monday through Friday at noon. It will close at the end of all practices
and games for that day. On weekends, it is open to cover any specific practices or games on that day. The AT Room is open
for one hour before and after each practice session. On game days, the AT Room will open two hours before the game and for
one hour after the game.
If scheduling allows, an ATC may travel with various athletic teams throughout the course of the school year. The ATC Staff is
not mandated to attend away competitions. An ATC will travel to all championship tournaments except when there is not
sufficient coverage by the ATC Staff for all home games and practices.
TEAM MEETINGS
At the beginning and end of each academic year all athletic teams are required to meet with a member of the AT Staff. The
purpose of the team meeting is to provide an overview of the services provided by the AT Staff, update the athletes on any
policy changes, ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and on file, and provide education on important topics for
injury and illness prevention.
STUDENT-ATHLETE EDUCATION
At the beginning of the school year the ATC Staff will present educational materials at every individual team meeting. As
mandated by the NCAA the following videos will be presented: Concussion Education Video, Sickle Cell Education Video, and
NCAA Drug Testing Video. The ATC Staff will present and review the following topics: Proper Hygiene for the Prevention of
MRSA, Signs and Symptoms of Lyme Disease, Proper Hydration Techniques and Prevention of Heat Illness. The ATC Staff
will also review the rules and regulations and the overall services provided in the AT Room.
DISPENSING PRESCRIPTION AND OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATIONS
ATCs are not authorized by law to dispense prescription medications under any circumstances. All prescription and over-the-
counter (OTC) medications are stored in a locked cabinet in the AT Room to assure proper environmental and security
conditions. All drug stocks are examined at regular intervals for removal of any outdated, deteriorated or recalled medications.
Individuals receiving prescription medication should be properly informed about what they are taking and how they should take
it by their physician. Drug allergies, chronic medical conditions and concurrent medication use should be documented in the
student-athlete’s medical record and readily retrievable.
CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT PLAN
In compliance with the NCAA Executive Committee to implement a concussion management plan the following policy must be
adhered to:
“Institutions shall have a concussion management plan on file such that a student-athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms or
behaviors consistent with a concussion shall be removed from practice or competition and evaluated by an a healthcare
provider with experience in the evaluation and management of concussion. Student-athletes diagnosed with a concussion
shall not return to activity for the remainder of that day. Medical clearance shall be determined by the team physician(s) or
their designee, according to the concussion management plan. In addition, student-athletes must sign a statement in which
they accept the responsibility for reporting their injuries and illnesses to the institutional medical staff, including signs and
symptoms of concussion. During the review and signing process student-athletes should be presented with educational
material on concussions.”
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DEFINITION OF CONCUSSION – MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY
A concussion is a disturbance in brain function caused by a direct or indirect force to the head. It results in a variety of non-
specific symptoms (like those listed below) and often does not involve loss of consciousness. Concussions should be suspected
in the presence of any one or more of the following:
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Symptoms – such as headache
Physical signs – such as unsteadiness
Impaired brain function – such as confusion
Abnormal behavior – such as increased anger, frustration, or depression (which is not typical)
Any student-athlete with a suspected concussion should be REMOVED FROM PLAY, medically assessed, monitored for
deterioration (i.e., should not be left alone) and should not drive a motor vehicle. Student-athletes that sustain a concussion
outside of their sport should be managed in the same manner as those sustained during sport activity.
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
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Dominican University New York will require student-athletes to sign a statement in which the student-athlete accepts
the responsibility for reporting their injuries and illnesses to the athletic training staff, including signs and symptoms of
concussion. During the review and signing process, student-athletes will watch a video on concussions and be provided
with educational materials on concussion.
The Dominican University New York Coaching Staff will receive a copy of the concussion management plan and must
read and sign the Coaching Staff Concussion Acknowledgement Statement, in which they have read and understand
the concussion management protocol and that they accept the responsibility of referring any athlete suspected of
sustaining a concussion to the ATC Staff.*
All Dominican University New York coaches (head coaches and assistant coaches) must complete the “Heads Up Free
Online Training Course for Coaches” every two years. Go to the following website and click on “launch the training
course” http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/online_training.html. Once completed, print and submit the certificate
of completion to the AT Office.
The ATC Staff will coordinate the distribution, educational sessions, signing and collection of the necessary
documentations. All signed documents will be kept on file in the Athletic Training Office.
CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES
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AT staff will be trained in accordance to the Arrington settlement.
Under any circumstance that a concussion is suspected in a student-athlete, the priority is to remove the student-athlete
from activity and perform a thorough sideline evaluation.
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If a student-athlete is suspected of having a concussion, the AT Staff is to withhold the student-athlete from all activity
for the remainder of the day.
If it is determined that the athlete may have a concussion, they must be evaluated and cleared by a physician
specializing in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury.
An athlete with worsening symptoms, especially worsening headache, nausea or vomiting, increased confusion, garbled
speech, lethargy or extreme sleepiness, trouble using their arms or legs, convulsions or seizure activity and/or other
red flags, should be transported to the emergency room.
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For practices off campus where no AT is available and the athlete has mild symptoms, the coach must contact the AT
staff to determine a plan for evaluation of the athlete.
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For away contest, when an AT is not available for travel, the host institutions medical staff should be utilized.
An athlete with a concussion will receive serial monitoring (approximately every 5-10 minutes) for deterioration. They
will be provided with written home instructions upon discharge; preferably with a roommate, parent, guardian, or
someone that will be with them the entire night.
RETURN TO PLAY GUIDELINES
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All student-athletes with a concussion must be cleared by the team physician and/or his designee.
The time athlete is held out of practice and rate of progression is individualized, with decision made by a physician.
All post concussive symptoms must have cleared and they must pass the SCAT 5 testing.
Results from SWAY testing must be evaluated and cleared by a physician.
They may return to full activity in their sport once the functional protocol for return-to-play is complete and has seen the
Concussion Physician.
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SICKLE CELL TRAIT POLICY
Effective as of August 1, 2012, the NCAA requires all Division II student-athletes be tested for the Sickle Cell Trait as part of
their pre-participation physical examination, prior to any intercollegiate athletic participation, including strength and conditioning,
practices, competitions, out of season training or try-outs (*by-law 17.1.5.1). Dominican University New York is in compliance
with this mandate and requests every prospective, incoming and returning student-athlete provide the Athletic Training Office
with documentation of their sickle cell trait status prior to any participation including try-outs.
*By-Law 17.1.5.1 Sickle Cell Solubility Test
The examination or evaluation of student-athletes who are beginning their initial season of eligibility and student who are trying
out for a team shall include a sickle cell solubility test (SST), unless documented results of a prior test are provided to the
institution or the student-athlete declines the test and signs a written release. (Adopted: 1/14/12 effective 8/1/12)
WHAT IS SICKLE CELL TRAIT (SCT)?
Sickle Cell Trait is a genetic condition acquired through inheritance not ethnicity. It is the inheritance of one gene for normal
hemoglobin and one gene for sickle hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the oxygen carrying protein in the red blood cells. Sickle cell
trait is not sickle cell anemia, a more serious disease caused by two abnormal sickle genes. Individuals with sickle cell trait do
not get sickle cell disease, but under certain extreme conditions, some sickling of the red blood cells may occur. This condition
is usually benign, however during intense, sustained exercise, the oxygen levels in the muscles can decrease sufficiently to
cause some of the red blood cells to change from a normal disc shape to a crescent or “sickle” shape. These sickled cells will
adhere and block blood vessels to the muscles and other organs leading to significant distress and potential collapse of the
athlete, which may include death. Sickling can begin in 2-3 minutes of sustained, maximal exertion, such as sprints or running
timed laps. The harder and faster the athlete goes, the earlier and greater the sickling. Certain risks can increase or worsen
complications associated with sickle cell trait, even when exercise is not intense, such as hot weather, dehydration, high altitude,
infection/ fever, stress or asthma.
EXERTIONAL SICKLING IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY
Common signs and symptoms include, but are not limited to:
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Immediate symptoms with no early warning signs.
Increased pain and weakness in the working muscles (especially the legs, buttocks, and/or lower back).
After collapsing, an athlete will not lose consciousness immediately and is usually able to communicate their symptoms.
Pain in the upper left quadrant of abdomen or in chest area due to splenic infarction (dead tissue due to loss of blood
supply).
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EMERGENCY ACTION PROTOCOL
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Mild sickling can improve after only 10-15 min of rest, fluids and oxygen.
Check and monitor vital signs and re-evaluate for any changes.
Administer high-flow oxygen, if available.
If heat related, cool the athlete down, remove from heat and sun.
If vital signs worsen, call 911, attach an AED, and transport the athlete to the hospital as quickly as possible. Appropriate
medical personnel should start an intravenous line.
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The AT should inform treating physicians of the athlete’s sickle cell trait status so they are prepared to treat explosive
rhabdomyolysis and associated metabolic complications.
Clearance for return to play after a sickling injury will have to be made by a physician and depends on the amount of
damaged caused.
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
In accordance with this legislation, Dominican University New York has implemented the following policy, effective immediately,
for all student-athletes:
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All coaches, athletes, and any staff members involved in training athletes will be informed annually of the specifics of
sickle cell trait including signs, symptoms, proper acclimation to training and how to provide emergency care if needed.
This information will be available year round on the Dominican University New York Chargers website.
Prior to participation in any athletic related activity, including but not limited to practices, contests, conditioning and try-
outs, all student-athletes must sign the Sickle Cell Trait Informed Consent Form, indicating the student-athlete has been
educated and informed regarding sickle cell trait and its implications in athletic participation.
All student-athletes must provide medical documentation of their sickle cell trait status and the test results must be on
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file in the AT Office prior to beginning any athletic participation. Student-athletes must provide a copy of the official lab
results when submitting their pre-participation physical. Written notes from the doctor or marking their status on the
physical form will not be accepted.
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Dominican University New York is not responsible for any fees that may be incurred as a result of sickle cell trait testing
and/or fees associated with obtaining a copy of prior sickle cell trait test results.
Although testing is mandatory, not every situation is compatible; therefore, the Dominican University New York Sickle
Cell Trait Policy will provide a waiver form* for the following two conditions only:
1. The prospective student-athlete on their official visit or a current student trying-out for the first time for an athletic
team at Dominican University New York.
2. For the incoming student-athlete who has made arrangements to be sickle cell trait tested upon arrival on
campus and is choosing to sign the Sickle Cell Solubility Test Waiver Form so they can participate until the
results are given to the ATC staff.
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The prospective student-athletes for the purpose of try-outs will have the option to decline the mandate and sign a
waiver choosing not to acquire or submit medical documentation or does not wish to undergo testing to determine their
SCT status.
Incoming student-athletes that have issues obtaining their sickle cell trait status from their pediatrician or their insurance
does not cover the cost or they have issues securing the test online, must get documented proof of the issue and contact
the AT Office before they return to campus. These student-athletes will get tested the first chance they can upon arrival
on campus and will choose to either sit out until results are obtained or sign the waiver choosing to participate until the
results are given to the ATC staff.
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The waiver form must be on-file in the AT Office prior to beginning any athletic participation.
*See Forms:
Sickle Cell Solubility Test Waiver Form
HOW TO GET TESTED FOR SICKLE CELL TRAIT
1. Get tested by your primary care physician.
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If you were born in the United States, most people were tested at birth. However, mandatory testing for newborns
and maintaining test results on-file varies state-to-state. Ask your pediatrician.
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Get tested as part of your pre-participation physical as prescribed by your doctor.
Student-athletes must provide a copy of the official lab results to the Dominican University New York
Athletic Training Staff. Written notes from the doctor or marking their status on a physical form are not acceptable
forms of confirmation.
2. Using the online website (cost is $32.50 and you must be 18 years old or older).
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This is a patient-centered laboratory test ordering model and the student-athlete will pay for the fees associated
with this model through an easy to use and secure online system run by Quest Diagnostics. Student-athletes can
expect their results to be ready between 24-48 hours, on average.
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The student-athlete will go directly to the website to generate the test order, pay for the screening test and physician
service with a single $32.50 fee and print the Quest Diagnostic test requisition form.
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The student-athlete will be able to determine the most convenient Quest PSC for their blood draw by performing a
search on the website as they generate the test order.
The student-athlete must take the Quest Diagnostics test requisition form to a Quest Diagnostics PSC to have their
blood drawn. There are no exceptions.
Test results will go back to PWN Health for review. PWN Health will post the results to their website for the
student-athlete to view and print. If a test is positive, the student-athlete will receive a phone call directly from a
physician, as well as, an email with a link to go back online to request and pay for the confirmation reflex testing
($30) through the online system. They will be directed to a new website to order the confirmation test.
The student-athlete may need additional blood drawn for the confirmation test. The student-athlete will then
provide the results to their primary care physician and the Athletic Training Staff.
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ATHLETES WITH POSITIVE TEST RESULTS
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If a student-athlete has tested positive for sickle cell trait, the student-athlete can continue to participate in athletics
without significant restrictions. An individualized protocol will be developed and implemented under the direction of the
team physician, the athletic training staff and head coach to help reduce the risk of a sickle cell trait induced health
problems due to participation in training or competition.
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The student-athlete will be offered counseling on the implications of sickle cell trait, including health, athletics and family
planning.
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Coaches will be notified confidentially by the ATC staff of their athletes that carry sickle cell trait.
The risk of complications due to sickle cell trait cannot be completely eliminated; therefore each student-athlete remains
responsible for the monitoring of their own health and for taking precautions to reduce risks associated with sickle cell
trait or any other health condition.
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The goal of the ATC Staff is to create an environment that encourages the student-athlete with SCT to immediately
report any signs and symptoms to the ATC staff and coach.
For more information on Sickle Cell Trait in student-athletes
ATHLETIC HEALTH CARE INFECTION CONTROL POLICY CONSIDERATIONS
Athletic Training rooms typically are shared environments with multiple individual and groups of athletes all seeking the attention
of the athletic trainer or other member of the Sports Medicine Team during a short consolidated period of time as the athletes
prepare for practice or a game. This close contact environment in a shared space may act as a source for the spread of
infection. It is therefore critical that infection control standards be adopted to attempt to mitigate this risk. Infection control in
and around the athletic training room is a shared responsibility among the certified athletic trainer, members of the Sports
Medicine Team, the student athletes, and the school.
ENVIROMENTAL SAFETY
A member of the AT Staff is empowered to have the unchallengeable authority to cancel or modify a practice or game for health
and safety reasons (i.e. environmental changes), as they deem appropriate.
STUDENT-ATHLETE ADIVISORY COMMITTEE
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the NCAA Division II SAAC is to enhance the voice of the student-athlete to ensure the total student-athlete
experience by promoting opportunity for all student-athletes; protecting
student-athlete welfare; and fostering a positive student-athlete image.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Division II SAAC will be guided by the following principles: ethics, integrity, fairness and a respect for diversity and inclusion,
which includes, but is not limited to, attention to gender, race, ethnicity and sport.
Division II SAAC’s purpose is meant to reflect the voice of the student-athlete and should adhere to the following guiding
principle in all of its processes and decision making: The well-being of student-athletes is at the center of what SAAC does:
Any process must be flexible and timely, and include effective communication.
Decisions must be fair, reasonable, and consider the potential impact on the student-athlete.
GOVERNING RULE
We, as the Division II NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, will ultimately hold one another accountable for all actions,
particularly those actions taking place during the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee meetings.
INSTITUTION’S SAAC REPRESENTATIVE
The role of the institution’s SAAC representative is to be present and be an active participant at all institutional SAAC meetings
as well as have an open line of communication with fellow institutional SAAC members and work as a liaison between the
student-athletes and the Athletic Department.
Executive BOARD – President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer
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2 representatives from each athletic program, selected by the athletic administration/coach
Meet once a month and additionally before special events
Implement community service and engagement programs
Act as a liaison between team and athletic department
The Division II SAAC consists of one student-athlete representative from each of the Division II multi-sport voting conferences,
one student-athlete representative of Division II independent institutions, and two student-athlete at-large positions.
The Division II SAAC affects the legislative process via an annual summit held each July with the Division II Management
Council, during which members of the SAAC have an opportunity to interact with members of the Management Council on
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proposed NCAA legislation and current Division II issues. Also, committee members participate in the NCAA Convention each
January where they express the student-athlete voice on collective concerns regarding proposed Division II legislation. For
information please refer to the Division II Campus SAAC Guide
The NCAA is committed to protecting student-athlete well-being and the integrity of competition.
SPORTS WAGERING
NCAA sports wagering rules do not allow student-athletes or athletics employees (1) to bet on any sport sponsored
by the NCAA at any level, including college and/or professional or (2) to share information for sports wagering
purposes.
IF YOU RISK SOMETHING, IT’S A BET
If you put something at risk (such as cash, entry fee, dinner or other tangible item) on any amateur and/or
professional sporting event with a chance to win something in return, you violate NCAA sports wagering rules.
NO SPORT WAGERS OF ANY KIND
Types of sport wagers that violate NCAA rules include, but are not limited to, fantasy leagues, March Madness®
brackets, Super Bowl squares, Calcuttas, sports pools, online sports bets, sports betting apps, parlay and prop
bets, live in-game betting and single game sports bets.
PLAY WITH INTEGRITY
Student-athletes should NOT share any information about their team or any other team. This includes information
regarding team disciplinary actions, strategy, injuries or team morale. This information is sought by gamblers.
LOSING YOUR ELIGIBILITY
Student-athletes who violate NCAA sports wagering rules will be ineligible for competition, subject to appeal to the
Committee on Student-Athlete Reinstatement. Penalties will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on
the guidelines for the division in which the student-athlete participates.
TRANSGENDER STUDENT-ATHLETE POLICY
Transgender Student-Athlete Participation Policy
Dominican University New York Department of Athletics is committed to upholding the Universities
nondiscrimination policy, ensuring that all students are given a fair chance to participate in intercollegiate athletics
regardless of their race, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status,
handicap/disability, military status, or gender identity.
The following 2010 NCAA policies clarify participation of trans student-athletes* undergoing hormonal treatment
for gender transition:
1. A trans male (FTM) student-athlete who has received a medical exception for treatment with testosterone
for diagnosed gender dysphoria for purposes of NCAA competition may compete on a men’s team, but is no
longer eligible to compete on a women’s team without changing that team status to a mixed team.
2. A trans female (MTF) student-athlete being treated with testosterone suppression medication for gender
dysphoria for the purposes of NCAA competition may continue to compete on a men’s team but may not
compete on a women’s team without changing it to a mixed team status until completing one calendar year
of testosterone suppression treatment.
Trans student-athletes who are not taking hormone treatment related to gender transition may participate in sex-
separated sports activities in accordance with their sex assigned at birth.
• A trans male (FTM) student-athlete who is not taking testosterone related to gender transition may
participate on a men’s or women’s team.
• A trans female (MTF) student-athlete who is not taking hormone treatments related to gender transition may
not compete on a women’s team.
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*This policy may also apply to student-athletes who identify as non-binary. The same policy requirements apply to
student-athletes who identify as non-binary and wish to compete on a men’s or women’s team. The 2010 policy
language was updated in 2022.
In accordance with the NCAA Board of Governors January 2022 update to the NCAA Transgender Student-Athlete
Participation Policy, a school must, on behalf of a trans woman student-athlete intending to compete in an NCAA
women’s sport, establish eligibility of the student-athlete by completing and faxing the form along with all required
supporting documentation identified below to the NCAA at 317-917-6989.
The form is only valid for purposes of determining eligibility for competition during the academic year of
submission, including NCAA championships. Established eligibility requirements apply to all NCAA competition,
including competition in both the traditional and nontraditional segments and NCAA championships. This may
require the submission of eligibility documentation on multiple occasions.
This form is distinct from and not a substitute for the NCAA Medical Exception Documentation Reporting Form
which must be separately submitted by the institution and approved by the NCAA before any student-athlete using
any anabolic agent, hormone and metabolic modulator, or peptide hormone, growth factor, related substances and
mimetics is allowed to participate in competition.
Submission Requirements for Intercollegiate Athletic Participation. In order to receive a timely eligibility
review, the student-athlete and the school must submit the following:
1. Notice to college. The student shall contact the Compliance and Athletic Training Departments to notify
them that the student-athlete has a consistent gender identity different than the gender listed on the
university’s registration records or birth record, and that they desire to participate in a manner consistent
with their gender identity.
2. Notice will be sent to the NCAA Division II national office and the CACC Commissioner’s office by the
Athletic Director expressing a student-athlete’s interest and intent to participate on any intercollegiate
teams. All required documentation, discussions, and medical information will be kept strictly confidential,
in accordance with applicable medical privacy laws, except as may be necessary to implement the student-
athlete’s request.
3. Completed Eligibility Review Form. The Athletic Department must submit a fully completed and
executed eligibility review form, including sections one and two to the NCAA.
4. Serum Testosterone Level. The Athletic Department must include a copy of lab results confirming that, as
of a date that is no more than four weeks (28 days) prior to the first applicable date of competition (e.g.,
student-athlete’s first competition in the applicable playing season segment or the first championship
selection date in the applicable sport), the student-athlete’s total serum testosterone level was within the
allowable level for the sport in which the student-athlete intends to compete. A summary of current sport-
by-sport testosterone level requirements and a schedule of NCAA championship selection dates can be
found NCAA.org website.
Submitting the Form. The completed form (Sections 1 and 2) and serum testosterone level lab results must be
faxed to NCAA at 317-917-6989.
Regular Season and Championships
The NCAA transgender student-athlete participation policy requires transgender student-athletes to provide
documentation that meets the 2010 NCAA policy plus meet the sport standard for documented testosterone levels.
Consistent with Phase Three, the student-athlete will need documented levels at the beginning of their season and a
second documentation six months after the first. They will also need documented testosterone levels four weeks
before championship selections.
Additional Guidelines for Transgender Student Athlete Inclusion
Facilities Access
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Changing areas, toilets, showers: Transgender student athletes should be able to use the locker room, shower, and
toilet facilities in accordance with the student’s gender identity. Every locker room should have some private,
enclosed changing areas, showers and toilets for use by any athlete who desires them. When requested by a
transgender student athlete, schools should provide, separate changing, showering, and toilet facilities for the
student’s use, but transgender students should not be required to use separate facilities.
Competition at Another School: If a transgender student athlete requires a particular accommodation to ensure
access to appropriate changing, showering, or bathroom facilities, school leaders, athletic directors, and coaches, in
consultation with the transgender student athlete, should notify their counterparts at other schools prior to
competitions to ensure that the student has access to facilities that are comfortable and safe. This notification should
maintain the student’s confidentiality. Under no circumstances should a student athlete’s identity as a transgender
person be disclosed without the student’s express permission.
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Hotel Rooms: Transgender student athletes generally should be assigned to share hotel rooms based on their gender
identity, with a recognition that any student who needs extra privacy should be accommodated whenever possible.
Language
• Preferred Names: In all cases, teammates, coaches and all others in the school should refer to transgender student
athletes by a student’s preferred name.
• Pronouns: Similarly, in all cases, pronoun preferences to transgender student athletes should reflect the student’s
gender and pronoun preference.
Dress Codes and Team Uniforms
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Dress Codes: Transgender athletes should be permitted to dress consistently with their gender identities. That is, a
female-to-male transgender athlete should be permitted to dress as a male. A male-to-female should be permitted to
dress as a female. Dress codes for athletic teams when traveling or during a game day at school should be gender-
neutral. For example, ask that team members wear business casual attire that is clean, neat, well cared for and
appropriately “dressy” for representing their school and team.
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Uniforms: All team members should have access to uniforms that are appropriate for their sport and that they feel
comfortable wearing. No student should be required to wear a gendered uniform that conflicts with the student’s
gender identity.
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