Northern Michigan University

United States Olympic Training Site

ATHLETE HANDBOOK

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2015-2016

Fall Semester 2015

Orientation for new students August 19-20, Wednesday-Thursday

First official day of classes August 24, Monday

Labor Day observance—no classes September 7, Monday

Thanksgiving recess begins at 5 p.m. November 21, Saturday

Classes resume November 30, Monday

Last day of classes December 5, Saturday

Examination period December 7-12, Monday-Saturday

Commencement December 12, Saturday

Final grades due from faculty December 15, Tuesday

Winter Semester 2016

Orientation for new students January 6-7, Wednesday-Thursday

First official day of classes January 11, Monday

Martin Luther King Day observance—no classes January 18, Monday

Midsemester recess begins at 5:00 p.m. February 27, Saturday

Classes resume March 7, Monday

Last day of classes April 23, Saturday

Examination period May April 25-30, Monday-Saturday

Commencement April 30, Saturday at 10:30 a.m., in the

Superior Dome. Students participating in the ceremony must arrive at the Vandament Arena by 9:30 a.m.

Final grades due from faculty May 3, Tuesday

Summer Semester 2016

First official day of classes May 16, Monday

Memorial Day observance—no classes May 30, Monday

First official day of Session II classes June 27, Monday

Independence Day observance—no classes July 4, Monday

Last day of classes August 6, Saturday

Final grades due from faculty August 9, Tuesday

Table of Contents

NMU-OTS & NGB Directory......................................................................i

U.S. Olympic Training Site

Mission Statements......................................................................... 1

Residency Standards................................................................................. 2

Roles of Organizations in NMU-OTS Program ......................................3

Athlete and Programs Services................................................................ 4

USADA

TEAM USA Net

Expectations.................................................................................................6

Academic Expectations

Athletic Expectations

Behavioral Expectations

Facility Treatment

Disciplinary Procedures ~ Due Process ...................................................... 7

Academic Information and Responsibilities................................................8

Grade Point Average & Class Attendance

NMU’s Advisement Center, ACAC

Tips on Achieving Success

Other Athlete & Program Services...............................................................10

Media Relations

Food Service

Weight Rooms

Transportation

Parking

Sports Medicine Services.................................................................................13

Substance Abuse

Living Environment.........................................................................................14

Proper Use of Space

Front Desk Hours

Desk Services

Check-in

Room Changes

Check-Out

Resident Life Coordinators

Appropriate Noise Standards

Curfews

Visitor Policy

Housekeeping Services

Personal Mail

Telephone

TV Rooms, Fridges, Laundry rooms

Air Conditioners

Weapons Prohibited

Single Room Options

Solving On-Floor Issues

Fire Safety Procedures .....................................................................................19

Appendix

DIRECTORY

Title Name Office Ext.

NO# E-mail Cell #

NMU ATHLETICS, REC SPORTS & NMU-OTS MAIN OFFICES

Athletic Director Forrest Karr 1826 fkarr@nmu.edu

Department Secretary Nita Thomas 2105 nithomas@nmu.edu

NMU-OTS

Operations Manager/ Site

Administrator Mike Kaurala 2893 mkaurala@nmu.edu 360-8285

Meyland Hall Resident Life Coordinators

RLC Dmitry Ryabchinskiy Rm 342- Ph: aalvarez@nmu.edu

RLC Jim Boshears Rm 326 –Ph: 4488 jboshear@nmu.edu

RLC Charles Belt Rm 319 - Ph:4372 cbeltiii@nmu.edu

Sports Med. Staff

Head Athletic Trainer Cora Ohnstad 2665 Cora.Ohnstad@mghs.org

Graduate Assistant Andrew Ernst 2665 aernst@nmu.edu

Resident Coaching Staff

►USA WEIGHTLIFTING

Head Coach Vance Newgard NA vnewgard@nmu.edu 251-8567

►GRECO-ROMAN WRESTLING

Head Coach Rob Hermann 2869 rhermann@nmu.edu 850-261-1719

Assist. Coach Aghasi Manukyan 2869 amanukya@nmu.edu 906-236-1697

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U.S. OLYMPIC TRAINING SITE

Welcome to the Northern Michigan University Olympic Training Site

(NMU-OTS).

The rules and regulations stated in this handbook are designed to make

your stay with us as productive as possible. Our staff is here to ensure that your athletic and

educational goals are met. We encourage you to become acquainted and maintain an open line of

communication with us.

Mission Statement

The United States Olympic Training Site uses all available resources at NMU to challenge its student

athletes to think independently, develop a lifelong appreciation for learning, acquire career skills, and

become productive citizens and ambassadors for our country, while also providing the world-class

facilities and support services that these athletes need in order to become Olympic Champions.

The Mission of the USOC shall be:

To support United States Olympic and Paralympic athletes in achieving sustained competitive excellence

and preserve the Olympic ideals, and thereby inspire all Americans.

Northern Michigan University’s Mission Statement

Northern Michigan University challenges its students and employees to think independently and critically,

develop lifelong learning habits, acquire career skills, embrace diversity and become productive citizens in

the regional and global community.

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RESIDENCY STANDARDS & THE ROLES OF ORGANIZATIONS

Residency in the U.S. Olympic Training Site (NMU-OTS) program is designed for athletes who have both the ability and desire to be Olympic champions and successful students. To ensure adherence to stringent athletic and academic performance standards, periodic evaluations will be made by NMU and your NGB.

RESIDENT STUDENT-ATHLETE STANDARDS

Definition: A NMU-OTS resident student-athlete is defined as a student-athlete who has been approved by their NGB and NMU to train at the United States Olympic Training Site for any one semester. He or she must also be accepted and/or eligible to continue enrollment at NMU as a student and should be a full-time student each semester in an official NMU Academic Program, preferably a baccalaureate (full-time =12 credits or more) or graduate level degree program (full-time = 6 or more credits) to receive full room and board aid in any semester.

Residency Qualifications:

Be a United States citizen and old enough to be accepted into NMU

Be eligible to compete in your sport’s next Olympic games

Complete the athlete application each year

Be accepted into and enrolled as a full-time student at NMU

Be enrolled in and maintain at least 12 or more credit hours each semester

Complete a health profile with the Sports Medicine staff as soon as possible upon arriving

Complete all medical, consent, conduct, MGH patient consent, and waiver forms annually

On-Campus Housing - All single undergraduate students shall live in University residence halls while enrolled at NMU. Residents may be allowed to move off-campus provided you meet one of the following criteria:

o Have reached junior status (56 or more credit hours), or o Have resided four or more semesters in residence halls while enrolled in college, or o Are 21 years of age or older on or before the last official day of registration, or o Residing at home with the parent or legal guardian, or o Are veterans who qualify for veteran benefits, or o Are legally married, with a valid marriage certificate

Monitoring or Evaluation Standards:

New residents will be placed on a 90-day probation period

After 60 days the resident coach will review the new athlete’s progress and initiation

Each athlete needs to achieve a 2.0 gpa each semester (see page 10 for more info)

Each athlete needs to demonstrate progress in training and competition, including reaching

performance goals established by the athlete and his/her coach

Forms to Complete: Each resident athlete is required to complete the following forms as a condition of enrollment in the resident

program each year. Forms A through E are mandatory.

Appendix

NMU Athletic Code ................................................................................................ A

Meyland Hall Housing Agreement & Behavior Guidelines ................................... B

Athlete Biography……………………………………………………………….. C

Criminal History/Background ……………………………………………………D

Release of Personal Information ……………………………………... …………E

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ROLES OF ORGANIZATIONS IN THE

OLYMPIC TRAINING SITE PROGRAMS

National Governing Bodies’ Roles

National Governing Bodies (NGBs) are responsible for the resident athlete selection process for the

Olympic Training Site at NMU (NMU-OTS). They are also responsible for selecting the coach who will

lead the NMU-OTS program. NGBs may defer athlete selection to the resident coach.

NGBs are responsible for establishing and conducting programs at the NMU-OTS. When doing so, NGBs

pay particular attention to the objectives of the NMU-OTS and, based upon those objectives, develop

training plans for the athletes.

NGBs are responsible for the continued monitoring of program quality. The programs are conducted with

the realistic expectations that Olympic, World and Pan American Games Champions will be produced.

Any expectation that falls short of the goal of developing Olympic, World and Pan Am Games Champions

is not consistent with the philosophy of the NMU-OTS.

NGBs support the NMU-OTS resident programs by providing sports specific equipment, financial support,

expert coaching, and competition opportunities both at the NMU-OTS and throughout the world.

United States Olympic Committee’s Role

The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) authorizes the NMU-OTS to promote resident athlete

programs and to establish a model for athlete development in a university setting. Any program that carries

the USOC endorsement must contribute to the primary mission of the Olympic Committee. Athletes

accepted into the program must strive to represent the highest ideals of the Olympic movement and commit

themselves to a program of athletic preparation that will enable them to become the “best they can be”.

Northern Michigan University’s Role

Northern Michigan University provides resident student-athletes with the facilities and educational

programs necessary to maintain a balance between training and education. NMU and NMU-OTS staffs

assist athletes in their pursuit of a meaningful athletic and educational experience. NMU monitors the

living environment regarding adherence to NMU-OTS and NMU rules and policies, while maintaining a

high quality of life for Olympic resident athletes. In compliance with the National Clery Act, NMU’s crime

statistics can be found at: http://publicsafety.nmu.edu/Departments/PublicSafety/SiteSections/PoliceServices/CleryAct/CleryAct.shtml

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Northern Michigan University’s Role Cont.

NMU-OTS staff members are employees of NMU who coordinate the program with the USOC, the NGBs

and NMU’s administration. The Site staff is responsible for the following:

Providing the facilities and services necessary to produce Olympic champions (housing, food service, secretarial, transportation, etc.).

Providing the support services necessary to assist in the academic success of current athletes through regularly scheduled classes at NMU, and distance learning, and to encourage and support the development of lifelong learning skills.

Coordinating a variety of regional, national, and international training camps, competitions, and coach’s education programs.

Fostering the development and maintenance of world class athletic facilities for use by athletes and assisting in making existing athletic facilities available to all qualified persons.

Providing exposure for the USOC, NMU, and the State of Michigan by promoting the Olympic

movement and the Olympic ideals.

Working with other agencies to provide sports medicine and sports science services to resident athletes.

Assisting athletes with problems as needed (registration, advising, tutoring, etc.).

Monitoring the adherence to NMU-OTS policies regarding the living environment (maintaining quiet hours, adhering to facility usage requirements, etc.).

ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES

The following services are provided for all eligible student-athletes: 1. Room and board scholarships for college student-athletes who reside on the NMU-OTS designated

floor of Meyland Hall

2. One comforter, bed linen, towels if needed

3. Cable access and refrigerator in each room (Meyland Hall 3rd

floor rooms only)

4. Venue usage for scheduled, supervised training sessions

5. A waiver of out-of-state tuition costs

6. Medical care for athletic injuries that are sustained while training at the NMU-OTS to the extent

that the injury can be managed by the athletic trainer. Visits with the Team Physician will be billed

to the athletes’ insurance carrier.

7. All University services such as library usage and counseling, except where a student fee is assessed

to NMU students

8. Laundry room facilities for those officially assigned to Meyland Hall

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ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES

The following are the student-athlete’s responsibilities:

1. The cost of room and board (eligible student-athletes’ scholarships may cover all or part)

2. Personal training equipment and equipment repair

3. Health insurance

Note: All resident athletes should be covered by their own personal health insurance. Some

athletes may be eligible for the USOC’s Elite Athlete Health Insurance. If not covered by family

insurance, athletes should check with their NGB or NMU’s Health Center to purchase insurance

coverage.

4. The cost of attending competitions unless covered by the NGB (including transportation)

5. The cost of in-state tuition

6. Damages incurred in your room or other areas of the residence hall

7. Transportation from your home to Marquette

8. Books and materials needed for school

9. Lab fees required for school

10. Laundry supplies (detergent, bleach, etc.)

11. University parking permit

12. University recreational pass.

The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is dedicated to eliminating the practice of doping in

sport, and to preserving the well being of sport and ensuring the health of athletes through research

initiatives and educational programs.

Call the USADA Drug Reference Line with any Questions The USADA Drug Reference Line is answered live between 8 a.m. and 4

p.m. (Mountain time). In addition, the USADA Drug Reference Line

provides additional information on medical notification forms. For more information and clarification on

any of the prohibited classes of substances or prohibited methods, please call USADA's Drug Reference

Line at 1-800-233-0393 (within the U.S.), or 1-719-785-2020 (outside the United States), or email your

inquiry to drugreference@usantidoping.org.

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EXPECTATIONS

For Programs & Athletes

Academic Expectations: All resident athletes are expected to achieve a 2.0 grade point average each semester.

Any athlete that does not achieve the minimum 2.0 gpa in any semester will be placed on

“academic probation”.

If an athlete does not achieve a 2.0 gpa for two consecutive semesters, he/she will be

suspended by the NMU-OTS for a period of one year. Athletes may appeal their suspension by providing a

written reason(s) why he or she should be allowed to continue. A review panel will review all appeals and

render a decision. NMU may impose independent conditions, probations, or suspensions for poor academic

performances. You can find NMU’s standards by searching NMU’s web for “Academic Proficiency

Standards”.

There are several academic assistance programs (tutoring, study halls, etc.) that we can help arrange for those

athletes who desire additional help. Please consult with a NMU-OTS staff member if you are interested in any

of these services.

All athletes are expected to be students at NMU. Only under unique circumstances will this requirement be

waived.

Athletic Expectations: All athletes are expected to meet the performance goals set for them by their coach at the

beginning of the year. The progress made toward these goals will be evaluated annually.

Any athlete not achieving his/her athletic goals may not be accepted for residency the

following program year unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Behavioral Expectations: Each student-athlete’s conduct in and out of competition or the classroom must adhere to the following

codes of conducts set out by the NGB, the USOC and NMU. The following describes each organization’s

code of conduct in more detail:

NGB’s Code of Conduct All student athletes are expected to adhere to their NGB’s code of conduct, which governs

participation in Olympic resident programs. Any violation of this code of conduct will be reported

to your NGB’s national office and the USOC and the NGB will be required to take appropriate

action. If, in the opinion of the USOC or NMU, the action is deemed inadequate for the seriousness

of the violation, your NGB’s entire program may be jeopardized.

NMU’s Athletic Code of Conduct Student-athletes training at the NMU-OTS are guests of NMU. The University provides assistance

to you in the form of a room and board scholarships, waiver of out-of-state tuition fees, use of

athletic training facilities, and other academic and athletic support services. In exchange for these

privileges, you are expected to reflect high standards on all levels: social, academic, and athletic.

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NMU’s Athletic Code of Conduct Cont. A complete Athletic Code is printed in Appendix B in the back of this handbook. Each student-

athlete is required to sign this document to acknowledge an understanding and acceptance of the

conditions of this code. All student athletes are also required to adhere to the NMU Student Code.

A copy of the NMU Student Code is posted on-line at: http://www.nmu.edu/dso/studenthandbook . Extra copies are available in the Dean of Student’s office. Please feel free to see any of the

administrative staff regarding questions about expectations for student-athletes.

Facility Treatment:

NMU provides NGB’s and their athletes with access to state-of-the-art training facilities. The facilities

include a sports medicine clinic, weight rooms, locker rooms, and training gymnasiums. Meyland Hall also

underwent a major renovation in 2006, costing over $6 million dollars. We expect that each of you will

treat these facilities with respect by doing the following:

Throwing trash in a trash can.

Picking up your clothes at the end of each training session - Tending to your laundry.

Putting all equipment away in its proper place.

Notifying staff of maintenance concerns or general needs

immediately.

Keeping walls, doors, and floors free of gum, marks, spit, stickers, and other debris.

Cleaning up spills (water, shampoo, soap, power drinks, etc.) immediately or notifying a custodian

immediately.

Do not let anyone outside the program access to or use of the doors coded access number

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES DUE PROCESS

There are three organizations that may be involved in any athlete disciplinary situation: the NGB, the

USOC, and/or NMU. Any disciplinary action taken by your NGB can be appealed through your NGB’s

due process procedure. Questions regarding your NGB and/or USOC disciplinary decisions may be

referred to the USOC’s athlete ombudsman, a position that was created by the federal Amateur Sports Act,

at the following address:

Mr. John Ruger, Athlete Ombudsman

United States Olympic Committee

2102 Kalmia Circle

Boulder, CO 80304-1912

Toll free phone: 1-888-ATHLETE

Telephone: 1-303-444-6615

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DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Cont.

Northern Michigan University’s Due Process NMU generally adheres to the following process when investigating all incidents:

1. Investigation Process ~ NMU seeks information about the incident by talking with the parties

involved, eye witnesses and others as appropriate.

2. Report of Investigation Results ~ The NMU-OTS notifies the Program Coach, NGB Executive Director, USOC, parents (if the athlete is a minor), and/or other appropriate parties.

3. Determination of Action ~ NMU’s Dean of Students office determines and levies discipline and/or

sanctions based on the evidence and established procedures & time lines. In addition to the NMU Dean of Students office review, NMU also has a separate 3-person Athletic Review Committee that reviews all code violations for NCAA and/or USOTS student athletes. This committee may also meet to discuss the alleged violation and take action as appropriate specifically regarding the student athlete’s continued participation in the USOTS program. NMU’s review process is separate and completely independent of the NGB/USOC process.

4. Appeal Process ~ Disciplinary decisions taken by NMU can be appealed by following the process

outlined in the Athletic Code in Appendix B.

Northern Michigan University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin,

age, height, weight, marital status, familial status, handicap/disability, sexual orientation or veteran status in employment

or the provision of services and provides, upon request, reasonable accommodation including auxiliary aids and services

necessary to afford individuals with disabilities and equal opportunity to participate in all programs and activities.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION &

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are here to help you succeed academically. However, the responsibility for being a winner in the

classroom rests with YOU. You have the responsibility to ask for help when you’re not doing well in class.

You have the responsibility to complete assignments on time. Ultimately, YOU have the responsibility to

take control of your own learning process and become an academic success.

Grade Point Average:

Each athlete is expected to attain at least a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) for each semester/grading

period enrolled. If you do not receive a 2.0 GPA or better, you will automatically

be placed on academic probation. You may be dismissed from the NMU-OTS

program if you fail to receive a 2.0 GPA in two (2) consecutive semesters. Please

ask for help early if you fall behind.

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Class Attendance/Absence:

Poor attendance will have a negative impact on your academic success. You should

understand that your instructor is not obligated to excuse you from class. If you

expect to miss class due to an athletic competition during the semester, you are

strongly encouraged to discuss the expected absence and alternatives with your

instructor as soon as you become aware of the situation. Your coach has Student Absence Forms that

are to be used for notifying your professors of all sport-related activities that entail missing a class(es).

Your coach issues these out to you, but you deliver the form to the professor. An excused absence from

class does not relieve you from the responsibility to complete all required course assignments.

ILLNESSES / SICK: If you are ill and unable to attend class, you must see the Athletic Trainer

and/or physician. After visiting the Athletic Trainer, the Trainer will contact the NMU-OTS

Admin. staff to discuss and/or verify your need to miss class.

Academic Advising and Course Registration:

Once each semester there is a specific period established for campus-wide advising and course registration.

Every student should have a faculty member assigned to them for academic advising. Athletes are strongly

encouraged to meet with their faculty advisor frequently.

o Course registration for the winter 2013 semester begins in October – Check with your Academic

Advisor for any questions.

o Course registration for the spring, summer, and fall semesters will start around March 2013.

(*) You will be assigned a registration date according to your class rank (Senior, Junior, Sophomore,

Freshman).

NMU’s Academic and Career Advisement Center

http://webb.nmu.edu/ACAC/

ACAC OFFICES To contact the Academic and Career Advisement Center, call 906-227-2971 or e-mail acac@nmu.edu . The ACAC’s

fax number is 906-227-1751.

University Business Hours

University business hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters

(late August through early May) and 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. during the summer

(early May through late August). Northern Michigan University is located in the

Eastern time zone.

Campus Location

The Academic and Career Advisement Center is located in suite 3302 C.B.

Hedgcock (building no. 9 on the campus map). Hedgcock can be reached off of

Seventh Street or, if coming from Wright Street, off of Tracy Avenue.

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Academic Advising Philosophy Northern Michigan University is committed to the academic and professional development of its students. While a

student’s academic program is ultimately his or her own responsibility, the university, through the academic advising

process, provides the student with information about career options, educational programs, courses, resources,

policies and procedures. The academic advising process is a shared responsibility which involves administration,

faculty, staff, and student peers. However, a key element is the student-advisor relationship.

Student Responsibilities Communication is the key to a successful advising experience. Each person involved in the advising

relationship must understand his or her role in the advising process. Students at NMU are responsible for: seeking out assistance early in their college experience to identify and/or confirm any major and/or career

choices;

knowing the degree, major, and minor requirements applicable to them as outlined in the bulletin and in

departmental publications;

keeping accurate records of their progress and degree plans;

playing an active role in advising meetings by identifying areas of uncertainty and asking for advisers'

assistance in finding the answers or exploring options;

discussing any proposed changes to their class schedules, including dropping or adding classes, with advisers

prior to making the changes.

Advisor Activities Advisers are members of the NMU faculty or staff who:

know the university’s academic policies and graduation requirements;

have been assigned to meet with specific students for academic guidance;

will help students identify problem areas and create action plans in order to be successful;

expect that students will be honest about current/past academic performance;

can refer students to sources of academic, career, or personal support on campus should the need arise.

TIPS ON ACHIEVING ACADEMIC SUCCESS Academic and Career Advisement Center offers these services and tips one being successful.

Who is My Adviser?

If you have a declared major, your adviser is a faculty member from that

academic area. If you are undeclared or on academic probation, your adviser

will be a faculty or staff person who is specially trained to assist you. To find

out the name of your adviser, follow these steps:

Go into MyNMU – enter ID and password

Click on Student Services tab

Click on View General Student Record

Select the appropriate term and submit

Under General Student Record you’ll see the primary adviser

Once you select the term, your personal information will appear, including the name of your primary adviser.

Students who are undeclared or are on academic probation are sent a letter early in each semester informing them of

their adviser.

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Virtual Advising

You can ask an adviser questions online through ACAC’s virtual adviser tool. Academic

and Career Advisement staff usually answer questions within three working days. To ask a

question go to this link:

http://webb.nmu.edu/ACAC/SiteSections/Advising/AskVirtualAdviser.shtml

Skill Development The Academic and Career Advisement Center equips students with the tools they need to reach their goals.

We understand that being a college student can be stressful and even overwhelming at times. That is why we have

created resources to assist you with developing positive study habits, test-taking skills and a good sense of time

management.

Look through these with your academic adviser or with a tutor from All Campus Tutoring.

College Success Strategies

10 Easy Ways to Earn Academic Probation

Advising--Tips for Students

Best Classroom Practices

Get Involved!

Get the Most out of Tutoring

NMU Graduation Checklist

Know Your Campus Resources

Letters of Recommendation--Guideline

OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES

MEDIA RELATIONS

The Media Relations Department promotes the NMU Olympic Training Site, its events and athletes, and

assists with developing funding and media opportunities for the Center.

To ensure proper exposure for you and your sport we need your help. The first step is

to complete the Athlete Biography (Appendix C) and return it to your coach by August

30. Photographs will be scheduled through your coach in the fall semester of each

year. These photographs will be used for media guides, athlete profile information,

autograph sheets, news releases, and the web site.

The outstanding free publicity you can receive from the media as a NMU-OTS athlete

is very valuable to you, your sport, NMU, and the USOC. The Media Relations Department provides you

the opportunity to promote yourself, your teammates, coaches and the NMU-OTS through local, state, and

national media. Remember, people judge you as an athlete by your athletic performance, but they judge

you as a person by your performance with the media.

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OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES Cont.

FOOD SERVICE & NMU ID CARD USE Meals are provided to student-athletes at The Marketplace throughout the school year. The University

Center Food Court is used during the summer and at other times when NMU is not in session.

Please let Mike Kaurala know if you are having any

issues with your meal card/NMU ID working. If the cashiers

need to swipe your card more than once to get it to “work” let

us know that same day.

You must always present your ID/Meal card to the Food

Service cashier every time you eat. The NMU-OTS will NOT

accept billings from you for “lost”, “stolen” or “misplaced”

meal cards. If we receive such a billing you will be responsible

for paying the charge.

Protect your meal card as if it was cash. Report lost cards to the Operations Manager

immediately.

It is unacceptable to allow ANYONE ELSE to use your meal card at anytime for any

reason. If this occurs you will be held financially responsible, and you may lose meal

privileges or face possible expulsion from the program. Your meal card is yours and yours

alone!

Meals on the Go

"Meals on the Go" is a NMU Dining program to allow individuals with a meal plan to pre-order and pick up a meal when they will be unable to come into the Dining Facility for a designated meal period because of a conflicting event.

Each meal plan participant requesting this service will be required to complete and submit the "Meals on the Go" Application Form to the Simply Superior Catering & Events Office (Room 1104) University Center, one week prior to the start date.

Meals on the Go Application Form

TRAINING SITE WEIGHT ROOMS The Site uses two weight room facilities in the Superior Dome. Teams will be assigned specific weight

room training times each semester. Under no circumstances should an athlete be

in the weight room alone or with other athletes without approved supervision.

No guests are permitted in the weight room without prior approval from the

Operations Manager.

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OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES Cont.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Through a USOC grant, the NMU-OTS will be able to provide shuttle service to and from the Sawyer

International Airport and the Marquette Bus Station until the funds are exhausted. These

shuttles are reserved for athletes traveling to/from competitions and training camps. To

schedule transportation complete a departure form and then have your coach sign it to

confirm it is a sport related travel (Appendix F).

Departures: Whenever you leave Meyland Hall overnight a departure form (Appendix F) must be filled out and given to

your coach prior to departing. Departure forms can also be obtained from your coach or a RLC. All

departures to the airport will originate from Meyland Hall.

Departure Form Submission Policy:

48 hours minimum notice will be required to submit transportation requests.

No Show Policy: If you request transportation, but do not show up for your departure or arrival, without providing at least 24 Hours notice of the change or cancellation, a $32.00 fee may be assessed. An exception to this policy is granted for changes and/or cancellations due to airport or airline/bus station changes. However, if a flight change occurs, you must call (906) 226-7777 to notify Checker Cab of your flight change so a driver can be rescheduled.

Wildcat Shuttle The Wildcat Shuttle Service is brought to you by NMU Public Safety and Police Services in conjunction with ASNMU. The Wildcat Shuttle offers students, faculty and staff free, reliable transportation.

The main goal of the Wildcat Shuttle System is to transport students from the LRC to the Jacobetti Center and to the Superior Dome when classes are changing. Students, faculty and staff are able to ride any fixed-route bus in Marquette County free of charge with a student ID. Flag down the shuttle at any time and the driver will be happy to stop for you.

If you have any questions regarding the Wildcat Shuttle, call Public Safety at (906) 227-2151.

PARKING ON-CAMPUS All athletes must have their vehicle registered to park on-campus. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Parking for athletes and coaches is available in lot 14 and lot 24. Both of these lots are

for resident students, with the exception of no freshman parking in lot 24. Freshman

can park in lot 14. Parking in Lot 22 (Services Building) is available by special permit

and can be obtained from the Public Safety at no additional cost. Parking citations for

illegal parking are a minimum of $25.00. Parking in a handicap space is a $100.00 fine.

Parking is NOT allowed in Lot 9 (circle lot behind Meyland). Any questions you may have regarding parking can be directed to the Parking Services office at (906)227-1476.

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SPORTS MEDICINE SERVICES Medical Services

All of the medical and athletic training services provide to student-athletes are generously provided by UP Health Systems Marquette (UPHS-Marquette) and their employees. The University provides the clinic space where student-athletes can be assessed and treated for sports related injuries. Prior to arrival the Sports Medicine staff need all participants to complete the UPHS-Marquette “admittance form”, complete an online and electronic Sportsware medical record.

Clinic Expectations:

1. Be on-time for your treatments

2. Practice proper hygiene before treatments – shower post practices for treatments

3. Please sign-in upon entering the clinic

4. Be and practice orderly and polite conduct

5. Respect other’s privacy

6. Take responsibility for your health care – please ask questions when you don’t understand

7. Please turn off cell phones or put them on silent

8. The clinic is a medical facility where the public is also seen, it is not a social lounge.

Service Provide to Resident Student-Athletes Access to Board Certified Sports Medicine Physician weekly in the clinic and daily at OSAM. Physician

visits are fee for service and billed to your insurance. Make sure your insurance information and card are on file at the UPHS-Marquette clinic.

Pre-participation physical exam annually at start of school year at no cost

Evaluation by Certified Athletic Trainer in clinic or at practice M-F at no cost

Emergency coverage at practices M-F by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost

Treatment and rehabilitation of minor injuries and illnesses by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost

Graston Technique Services if applicable and time available

Other sports science services identified by your coach, NGB, and agreed upon by UPHS-Marquette

Service Provide to Facility Use Athletes Access to Board Certified Sports Medicine Physician weekly in the clinic and daily at OSAM. Physician

visits are fee for service and billed to your insurance. Make sure your insurance information and card are on file at UPHS-Marquette clinic.

Pre-participation physical exam annually at start of school year at no cost

Evaluation by Certified Athletic Trainer in clinic or at practice M-F at no cost

Emergency evaluation of injuries at official practices by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost

Access to ice for cryotherapy, taping, and self-directed rehab

Pay per service for Graston Technique if applicable and time available

SUBSTANCE ABUSE To be consistent with the aims and objectives of a high performance sports program that also emphasizes academic

excellence, certain substances are NOT to be used. Consistent with this philosophy there will be no drugs, except medications prescribed by a physician, no alcohol (including collecting bottles or cans), no smoking, no chewing tobacco or snuff, and to preserve a healthy environment, no burning of incense in the rooms. Violation of this policy may result in your immediate expulsion from the resident program. Please do not jeopardize your athletic career by making poor lifestyle decisions.

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Meyland Hall, named after Gunther Meyland, professor of English for 37 years,

opened in 1966. In the summer of 2006, Meyland Hall received an extensive renovation of all floors. The

cost to renovate the hall was approximately $6 million. With the new look and furnishings, there are new

policies and rules for how the NMU-OTS programs use the 3rd

floor.

Proper Use of Residence Hall Space

Given the new changes to Meyland, how we use the building and its furnishings has changed as well. Here

are the changes and expectations for care of this building:

No exercise equipment can be used or stored in the TV lounges, study rooms or sun rooms

No bikes are allowed in common areas such as hallways, TV lounges, sun-rooms or study rooms

Nothing is to be taped, hung, stuck or attached to the wood doors

Do not take any furniture from any commons area. All furniture must remain where it is!

NMU’s Housing Department has made a significant investment in this residence hall which will

improve your stay and comfort. We expect that everyone will do their part to maintain this building

for years to come.

Meyland Hall’s Living Environment

Front Desk Hours…can change without notice …. phone ext. 2078

Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 A.M.

Thursday- Friday: 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 A.M.

Saturday: Noon – 3:00 A.M.

Sunday: Noon – 12:00 A.M.

Desk Services: * Registration/Check-in * Room Keys * Board games * Check-out * Cleaning supplies * Mail/Postage * Movie rentals * Room Concerns

Check-in: At check-in, you should have been issued a room key and first time residents will also be issued a temporary ID/meal card until we can activate your NMU ID card. All returning athletes should use their NMU ID as with the previous year. Your ID/meal card must be presented for admittance to the dining hall, NMU facilities, and NMU-OTS facilities. A Resident Life Coordinator will ask each resident living on-campus to complete Housing’s Room Inventory form (Appendix G) within two (2) days of your check-in.

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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont.

During Your Stay: The NMU-OTS presence on this campus is reliant on our ability to maintain positive relationships. It is an expectation that every athlete respects, not only his or her space in their room, but also the space in the halls and the lounges. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate use of furniture, walls and bulletin boards. It is also expected that you will respect your fellow athletes’ and NMU students’ need for rest and recovery, studying, and privacy.

Room Changes: All room changes must be approved in advance by your head coach and the NMU-OTS. NMU’s Housing

department requires all room changes to be documented for security, official records, and mail purposes.

There is a sample room change form in the Appendix (H) for your review.

Check-out: All residents must properly checkout with the Meyland Hall front desk or an RLC at the conclusion of the

program year or whenever you officially leave the program ~ having a room-mate does not change this

requirement! If you fail to properly checkout, you will be charged a minimum fee of $75. Failure to

schedule an appointment to have your room inspected may result in a charge for “improperly” checking

out. Additional cleaning, if necessary, will be a separate charge from the “improper” checkout charge.

To properly check-out please follow these simple steps:

1) Notify your coach, coordinator and Operations Manager that you are leaving.

2) Set up an appointment with an RLC at least two (2) days before you leave.

3) Clean your room ~ sweep, dust, mop, clean your sink and shower, refrigerator & clean all walls.

4) Turn in your room key and ID card to the Meyland Hall Front Desk or an RLC.

5) Complete NMU Housing’s Contract Termination Form (Appendix I).

Resident Life Coordinators: The housing floor will be staffed by Resident Life Coordinators (RLC’s). The RLC’s are part of the NMU-

OTS staff, and are responsible to ensure that the housing facility is running well. Each RLC will perform

daily rounds and are available for, and should be used, as a resource.

The RLC’s are also responsible for ensuring that the housing facility is quiet, safe, and comfortable for

athletes training to become Olympians. The RLC’s will work closely with each sport’s Dorm Liaison, but

if an RLC asks you to be quiet, you are expected to comply to their request immediately. The following are

the RLC’s names, room #’s, and phone #’s (subject to change):

Charles Belt Jim Boshears Dmitry Ryabchinskiy Room # 319 Room # 326 Room # 342

Phone #4372 Phone # 4488 Phone #

Appropriate Noise Standards: Quiet hours – 10:00 P.M. to 10:00 A.M. daily. During these hours, noise should not be heard

when your door is closed. Please be courteous to others in the building. Any Resident Sport’s Dorm

Liaison, Resident Life Coordinator, or a Meyland Hall RA may ask you to turn down your music,

television or simply ask you to quiet down. We appreciate your compliance to their request and

respect for their job responsibilities.

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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont.

Courtesy hours – 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. This is a 12-hour period when everyone has a right to sleep,

study and be safe. At any time during the day someone may ask you to turn down your music, television,

or simply to quiet down. Please respect their rights.

Curfews: Curfews vary from sport to sport. The coach or coordinator who sets the curfew policy understands that

athletes need to keep reasonable hours and have adequate rest daily to be consistent with the physiological

principles of effective training. If curfew ends after the beginning of quiet hours, athletes should be

particularly sensitive to the rights of others to have a quiet environment as they are coming into the

building and entering the floor.

Visitor Policy: All overnight guests must be registered with the Resident Director. Guests must be registered one day in

advance. You are responsible for your guest knowing and abiding by all the rules of your NGB, NMU-

OTS, & NMU. See an RLC for the registration form. Only guests of the same gender are permitted to stay

overnight.

Visitors are allowed in the athlete rooms or in the formal lounge area located near the check-in desk until

10:00 p.m. Quiet Hours begin at 10:00 p.m. and ALL visitors must leave the Olympic housing facility.

We know you have a choice in life and a choice in where you train. By choosing to train at the NMU

Olympic Training Site you ARE choosing to follow the visitor policy and your individual sport’s visitor

policy, which can be more restrictive

Housekeeping Services: A comforter, two sheets, one bath towel, one washcloth, and one pillowcase can be provided to each

resident who truly need these items. The NMU-OTS cannot provide these items to all student-athletes.

Athletes are responsible for laundering their own sheets, towels, and clothing. If the sheets, towels, and

washcloth are issued, they are yours to keep. All other items are property of the NMU. Twice each year

we will conduct room maintenance and safety inspections. It is your responsibility to keep your room clean

(sinks, toilet, shower, fridge, etc.).

Personal Mail: Your mailbox is located in the Meyland Hall lobby and corresponds with your room number. Your room

key opens your mailbox. Mail is distributed Monday through Saturday between 1:00 and 3:00 P.M.

Federal Express and special deliveries are made twice daily. Your address while here is:

Athlete Name

Room # ~ Meyland Hall

Marquette, MI 49855

Telephones: Each room is all ready set up for phone use. If you desire a phone please contact an RLC ~ there is a

limited supply. Local and on-campus calls are free of charge. Long distance calls may be made by using

NMU’s direct dial long distance, a calling card, or by calling collect.

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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont.

TV Rooms & Rules: There are two (2) TV rooms on the 3

rd floor. TV rooms are for watching television programs and not for

viewing training videotapes. The choice of programming is to be made by a consensus of people in the

room. No training equipment, including bikes, is to be used or stored in these rooms. Cutting of hair is not

allowed in these areas as well. There is no overnight sleeping in the TV rooms or sun rooms at any

time.

Refrigerators: It is your responsibility to keep the fridge assigned to your room clean and sanitary. Failure to properly

clean your fridge may result in extra charges. If there is chronic abuse of the fridge, it will be removed from

the room permanently. Please clean it regularly.

Laundry Rooms: Washers and dryers are available free of charge to ONLY those who are officially assigned to a room on

the 3rd

floor of Meyland Hall. All unclaimed laundry may be collected and donated to charity. Be

responsible and courteous ~ take care of your clothes by checking your laundry often. Please do not

overload the machines. Ask questions if you are unsure of how to properly operate the machines. Report

any problems with the machines to the Front Desk.

Valuables and Equipment Storage: Valuables should be secured within your room. Always lock your door every time you leave your room,

and leave your screens in the windows. The NMU-OTS is not responsible for any personal property that is

lost or stolen. Storage is not available in Meyland Hall.

Air Conditioners: Air conditioners of any variety are not allowed in any residence hall, including the Olympic 3

rd floor.

Weapons ~ Guns, Knives, etc: ABSOLUTELY NO WEAPONS ARE ALLOWED ON-CAMPUS. NMU’s Public Safety

Department will store all weapons (guns, b.b. guns, airsoft guns, knives, bows, paint ball

guns, etc.). If you are found with an item determined to be a weapon, you may be

expelled from the program and university immediately; this includes weapons stored in

your vehicle.

Single Rooms: Single rooms will be issued on a sport-by-sport basis and as space permits. To request a single room

complete Appendix J and submit it to the Operations Manager.

Parking at Meyland Hall: All student-athletes living on- or off-campus must have their vehicle registered to park on campus and pay

the necessary annual fee. No parking is allowed in Lot 9 (circle lot behind Meyland). See

page 15 for more information on parking.

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Issue Arises(i.e., too noisy, items in hall,

inappropriate actions, etc)

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STEPS TO FOLLOW TO RESOLVE ONSTEPS TO FOLLOW TO RESOLVE ON--FLOOR ISSUESFLOOR ISSUESWhen (not if) you encounter an issue with a teammate, fellow Olympic

resident or a NMU student, we suggest you resolve the issue calmly. Doing

so in person is typically the best and most effective approach. The flow chart

below is a graphic representation of how this may look.

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FIRE SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Fire safety is a top priority of NMU. NMU has a list of procedures to be strictly

adhered to should a fire alarm be triggered in a residence hall area. NMU will conduct

fire drills as frequently as once a month.

In case of a fire alarm YOU should:

a. Leave the building immediately ~ remember to take room key!

b. Evacuate the building using the exit closest to your room unless that exit is blocked by a staff

member, Public Safety officer, intense smoke, or fire. If the next nearest exit is blocked, use

another exit. If both exits are blocked, return to your room.

c. Do not stand in stairwells, entryways or in the lobby corridor (near the mailboxes).

d. Do not re-enter the hall until you are told to do so by a staff member.

Additional Instructions: a. Know your exit route and what to do if it is blocked.

b. Before leaving your room, test your door. If it is hot, use an alternate escape route. If cool, open

door cautiously. Close your door quickly if smoke or heat comes in. If the hall is clear your usual

exit route may be safe.

c. If you are trapped by fire, smoke, and/or heat:

1. Stop and THINK.

2. Close your door and seal off cracks with cloth or rags. Soak them if water is nearby.

3. Signal from your window and call Public Safety (NMU extension 2151) or 911.

4. If you are above the first floor, stay in your room next to the window. Do not jump out.

Staff will be circling the building at all times to check for entrapped persons; stay in your

room and signal. Fire department personnel will tell you what to do and provide you with

necessary assistance.

d. Smoke is your worst enemy. Smoke, heat and gases can choke and kill you after only a few

breaths. If you are caught in smoke get down and crawl.

e. If your clothing catches fire, drop and roll (rolling will smother the flames).

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Athlete Handbook

Appendix Listing

Required Forms to be Completed

A NMU-OTS Athletic Code

B Housing/Behavioral Agreement Form

C Athlete Biography

D Criminal History/Background (within athlete application)

E Release of Information (within athlete application)

Reference Forms

F Departure Form

G Housing’s Room Inventory Form

H Housing’s Contract Termination Form

Northern Michigan University

Athletic Code

3.18 Intercollegiate Athletics and U.S. Olympic Training Site Student-Athlete Code 3.18.1 Philosophy

It is a privilege for a Northern Michigan University student to participate in intercollegiate athletics or the U.S. Olympic Training Site. Student-athletes represent the University, therefore, their behavior is expected to reflect high standards on all levels: social, academic, and athletic.

3.18.2 Purpose

.01 To outline a process to evaluate unacceptable student-athlete behavior; and .02 To allow for the imposition of disciplinary action against a student-athlete whose behavior is unacceptable.

3.18.3 Definitions

.01 The Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee will consist of the Director of Athletics, the Director of Public Safety, and the Dean of Students and Student Services, or their designee(s).

.02 Criminal Activity is defined as Felony level offenses; or serious Misdemeanor level offenses which

include, but are not limited to, criminal activity that involves violence, assaultive behavior, stalking behavior, sexual harassment, and alcohol or other drug offenses.

.03 Student-athletes as defined in this document refers to those students participating in intercollegiate

athletics (per NCAA squad list) or the U.S. Olympic Training Site at Northern Michigan University. .04 Team activities are defined as any association with other team members for the purposes of furthering the

interests of a team, including, but not limited to, team practices and/or competition, team travel, team meetings, or participation in the recruitment of student-athletes.

3.18.4 Scope

Student-athletes whose behavior does not comport with the acceptable standards expected of Northern Michigan University student-athletes will be subject to review by the Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee.

.01 All student-athletes will be given a copy of the Intercollegiate Athletics and U.S. Olympic Training Site

Student-Athlete Code (hereinafter, “Student-Athlete Code”). .02 All student-athletes will be required to acknowledge that they are under obligation, as a condition of their

participation in intercollegiate athletics or the U.S. Olympic Training Site at Northern Michigan University, to immediately self-report any violations of the Student-Athlete Code to their coach or the Director of Athletics. Failure to self-report any violations of the Student-Athlete Code may subject the student-athlete to additional disciplinary action by the Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee.

.03 Any action taken pursuant to the Student-Athlete Code will be considered separate and distinct from any

action that may be taken by the Dean of Students Office, other administrative action taken by the University (including, but not limited to, action taken under the Northern Michigan University Student-Athlete Drug Education and Testing Policy), or any action taken by law enforcement or criminal justice agencies against a student-athlete.

Appendix A

.04 All student-athletes will be subject to review under the Student-Athlete Code if the student-athlete:

Is in violation of Northern Michigan University’s Student Code;

Is in violation of the Northern Michigan University Student-Athlete Drug Education and Testing Policy;

Is suspended from team activities by their coach for violating team rules; and/or

Has committed criminal activity that consists of an act or acts prohibited under municipal, state, or federal law as defined in this document.

3.18.5 Procedures

.01 The Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee will either confer or hold a meeting to review and

investigate all alleged violations of this code. .02 Coaches shall notify the Director of Athletics of all alleged violations of the Student-Athlete Code upon

becoming aware of the alleged violation. .03 The Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee should receive input from the coach or any other

party who has relevant information that is pertinent to the alleged violation of the Student-Athlete Code. .04 The Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee shall determine, based upon the seriousness of

the alleged violation, whether a student-athlete will be suspended from team activities pending the resolution of the alleged violation.

.05 The Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee shall determine the disciplinary action or penalty

to be imposed on the student-athlete, including, but not limited to: (1) permanent or limited suspension from team activities; and/or (2) partial or permanent revocation of athletic scholarships.

.06 In the event that the Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee cannot reach consensus as to what

action to take on an alleged violation of the Student-Athlete Code, the matter will be referred to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services to determine what action, if any, should be taken against the student-athlete.

.07 The Dean of Students and Student Services shall provide notice of disciplinary action taken by the

Student-Athlete Code Violation Review Committee to the Director of Athletics, the Director of Public Safety, the Associate AD for Compliance, the student-athlete’s coach, and the student-athlete. The Director of Athletics will be available to the Athletic Council to provide a briefing on the action(s) taken by the committee.

.08 Student-athletes may appeal disciplinary action taken by the Student-Athlete Code Violation Review

Committee within 72 hours to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services, or in cases decided by the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services, to the President.

----------------------------------------------------------- Student Athlete’s Printed Name__________________________________________________ Student Athlete’s Signature______________________________________________________ Today’s Date_____/_____/_____

Meyland 3rd

Floor Participants

HOUSING AGREEMENT/BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES

PREFACE Meyland Hall, the U.S. Olympic Training Site’s (NMU-OTS) residence hall, has been designated as a unique living environment to provide student athletes with the opportunity to develop and maintain a living environment based upon common interest in academic and athletic excellence, mutual support and encouragement, and an atmosphere conducive for studying, training, and resting. To facilitate the development and maintenance of such an environment, the University agrees to hire staff that are supportive of this concept and to allow only those student athletes who understand, agree to, and meet the provisions for this agreement to live in Meyland Hall. This agreement is intended to ensure that the residents of Meyland Hall, the NMU-OTS staff, University staff, and other interested parties know and understand the unique purpose for this living environment and the special conditions for living in Meyland Hall.

CONDITIONS

Since I voluntarily choose to live in Meyland Hall because of its unique designation, I agree to support and

participate in NMU-OTS programs intended to contribute to my academic/athletic advancement and to enrich my

educational/athletic experiences to the degree that I can. I also agree to conduct myself in a manner that contributes

to the principles stated above and reflects credit upon me, my sport, the NMU-OTS, and Northern Michigan

University. I will do so by:

1. Abiding by the regulations and administrative policies stated in the University’s Student Code.

2. Not having any unauthorized visitors in my room or in any 3rd

floor common area in Meyland Hall after

10:00 PM seven days a week.

3. Conducting myself in a manner that does not negatively impact the University.

I also fully understand that as a NMU-OTS student athlete I will have additional obligations as a representative of

NMU. Since NMU and the State of Michigan are major financial partners in the NMU-OTS program, I understand

and agree to abide by the University's Student Code and other rules/expectations established by NMU. I also

understand and accept that I may be removed from the resident program or subject to other disciplinary action if, in

the judgment of the NMU-OTS and/or NMU officials, any of my actions negatively impact the reputation of NMU.

ROOM SEARCHES/INSPECTIONS

The NMU-OTS staff and NMU reserve the right to enter, search, and inspect a resident athlete's residential facility

(dorm room) in order to maintain university property, ensure the resident athlete's health and safety, and preserve a

disciplined educational atmosphere. I also understand that any violation of the specific conditions of this agreement

in which it is alleged that I was involved will be discussed with the NMU-OTS and will be handled through normal

NMU-OTS and/or University channels. I further understand that I may be required to move out of Meyland Hall

into another University resident hall and required to forfeit all NMU-OTS privileges if I am found to have been in

violation of the specific conditions of this agreement.

Athlete's Signature: _____________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___

Athlete’s Printed Name: _________________________________

Appendix B

NMU-OTS ATHLETE BIOGRAPHY

Name Birth Date

Hometown

Hometown Newspaper

Height

Sport

Competition Weight(in kg’s)

NMU Class Status

Years at NMU-OTS

Expected Graduation Year

Major

Minor

Email

Cell #

Competition History (Use Back if Necessary)

Year Name of Event Location Result Place

Personal: List any fun facts: (enjoys biking, fishing, military history, accomplishments, etc.)

Life Goals (Become a teacher, travel, etc.)

Appendix C

Northern Michigan University For NMU-OTS Program Athletes

ALL APPLICANTS (on- or off-campus) NEED TO COMPLETE

Past Behavior/Criminal Activity Northern Michigan University reserves the right to determine at its discretion that past

behavior and/or criminal activity on the part of an applicant for University housing or other services is such that the interests of

the University, students, and/or the applicant would be best served if the applicant was not permitted to live on campus. There are two questions in this regard on the application. A student who answers ‘yes’ to either question must send a full

statement of relevant facts with appropriate documentation from either the school or the court that adjudicated the charges to the

NMU-OTS staff, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI 49855-5301 no later than 10 days prior to the first day of classes

and prior to moving into University housing - if applicable. If any ‘no’ answer changes to ‘yes’ after this form is submitted, but

prior to the applicant’s moving into University housing, the student must submit the statement of relevant facts within three days

of the event(s) which resulted in the change and prior to moving into University housing. The applicant’s statement and

documentation will be handled confidentially.

A student who answers ‘yes’ to either question will not be assigned to University housing and may not be approved for

any U.S. Olympic Training Site program until a determination of the applicant’s eligibility is made following a review of

the statement and documentation by the appropriate university representatives. The student will be notified of the

decision in writing. Any false statement in this regard may lead to a rejection of the NMU-OTS residency or immediate

termination of the student’s right to live in the residence hall.

Behavioral/Criminal History 1. Have you ever been suspended or expelled from any secondary school, college, or university for a semester or

more due to inappropriate behavior involving drugs (other than alcohol), theft, violence (assault, assault and

battery, criminal sexual conduct, stalking, etc.), arson, threats against people or property, etc.?

____ Yes ____ No

2. Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to any criminal offense involving drugs (other

than alcohol), theft, violence (assault, assault and battery, criminal sexual conduct, stalking, etc.), arson,

threats against people or property, etc., or been found to be delinquent by a juvenile court for any such

offense(s), or are there such charges pending against you at this time? ____ Yes ____ No

If you answered ‘yes’ to either question, you will not be assigned to University housing until your eligibility is

determined. You must send a full statement of relevant facts with appropriate court documentation to the NMU-OTS

staff, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI 49855-5301 no later than 10 days prior to the first day of classes

and prior to moving into University housing. If either of your ‘no’ answers changes to a ‘yes’ after you have

submitted this form but prior to your moving into University housing, you must submit the statement of relevant facts

within three days of the event(s) which resulted in that change prior to your moving into University housing. Your

statement and any documentation you provide will be treated confidentially.

By signing this application, I declare that my responses are true and complete and authorize staff from NMU to

verify the information as necessary. I understand that any false statement on this application regarding my previous

behavior or criminal history can lead to rejection of my application or immediate termination of my residence hall

privileges and/or any NMU-OTS program.

Print Name: ________________________________________________

Signature __________________________________________________ Date: ____/_____/_____

The completion of this form is a requirement for acceptance into the NMU-OTS Program

Appendix D

RELEASE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

Completion of this form is a condition of acceptance into programs at the NMU-OTS

Student-Athlete Authorization/Consent for Releasing Non-Public Information Relative to

Athletics Participation at the U.S. Olympic Training Site at NMU

I, __________________________________________ hereby authorize the U.S. Olympic Training Site (NMU-OTS) and its staff to release any information, photography, motion picture, or other image relative to my participation in a programs at Northern Michigan University and the NMU-OTS to the news/media. This includes individual local, regional, national and international awards and/or team awards. My signature below indicates that I have read, understood, and agreed to the provisions outlined above.

Student-Athlete Authorization/Consent for Disclosure of Personal Information to Named People

for Determining my Athletic Eligibility, Financial Aid Status and Matters of Conduct

I, __________________________________________ hereby authorize the Olympic Training Site at NMU and its staff to discuss my personal information in regards to my athletics eligibility, financial aid status and matters of conduct to the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC), my sport’s National Governing Body (NGB), and the following organizations and/or people for the purpose of athletics eligibility and in matters of corrective initiatives where and when personal or team conduct is in question.

Name of Organization Relationship:

Name of Organization Relationship:

Name of Person(s) Relationship:

This authorization/consent expires October 1

st of the following year from the date of my signature below.

/ / Printed Name of Student-Athlete Signature Date

Appendix E

DEPARTURE NOTIFICATION & TRANSPORTATION REQUEST

DEPARTURE INFORMATION:

I, ___________________________________________, will be leaving the NMU-OTS and Marquette on ______/______/______ and will return to Marquette on ______/______/______. month day year month day year

Phone number where driver or NMU-OTS can contact while you are traveling: (__ _) _________________

Purpose of Travel: ____________________________________________________________________ (list sports specific event, camp or competition you are traveling to –information needed for USOC reporting)

Athlete’s Signature: _________________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___

Coach’s Signature: __________________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___

TRANSPORTATION REQUESTED: _____ Yes _____ No

Airport or Bus Station? (Please check one)

Departure: Date ___/___/___ Time __________ a.m./p.m. Airline ________ Flight # ______

Destination City:__________________________ Amount of Luggage:___________________

Return: Date ___/___/___ Time __________ a.m./p.m. Airline ________ Flight # ______

Originating City:__________________________ Amount of Luggage:___________________

A minimum of 48 HOURS notice is required for all transportation requests

Appendix F

48 Hours

Required to

Process

Appendix G

Appendix H

Appendix H