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Robert Morris University Athletics

General Policy Statement

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY, OFFICE OF ATHLETIC COMPLIANCE


GENERAL POLICY STATEMENT

Robert Morris University is committed to maintaining the integrity of its intercollegiate athletics program, sports teams, coaches and student-athletes. This commitment and obligation extends to the operation of the athletics department in adherence to the principle of Institutional Control, consistent with the spirit of NCAA, NEC, and University rules and regulations. Proper control of the athletics program is maintained through:

  • Responsible actions by athletics department staff members, administrators, faculty, and other University entities.
  • The education of coaches, staff members, student-athletes, and other individuals involved with the operation of the athletics program;
  • The development of clear and effective operating systems within the athletics department and the University that provide guidance in how to successfully work within existing rules.
  • The monitoring of these systems to ensure that all athletically-related functions are carried out within the scope and intent of applicable regulations.

Each individual involved in the operation of the athletics program is obligated to maintain competency in knowledge of the rules; to act within his or her area of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation; and to report any violation of NCAA, NEC, or Robert Morris University rules of which he or she is aware.

Any willful violation of an NCAA, NEC and/or University regulation regarding intercollegiate athletics may subject a coach, administrative staff member or other University official to immediate disciplinary action or termination of employment.

Likewise, student-athletes found to have violated any NCAA, NEC and/or University regulation are also subject to disciplinary actions pursuant to University policies and procedures.

All rule violations will be reported to the appropriate governing bodies with copies to the Athletic Director, and any involved staff members.

Also, it is the policy of Robert Morris University to cooperate fully with NCAA or NEC representatives whenever suspected violations are investigated.

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