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Refer to your first assignment where you have just been appointed as the athletic director at Champ University, a Division II member institution of the NCAA. For this next task, construct a policies and procedures manual for your athletic department. You will present this manual to your department in the form of a PowerPoint presentation. Start by researching the literature regarding recommended content of policy manuals as well as a variety of intercollegiate athletic manuals. Use these examples and information to decide what you will include in Champ’s policy and procedures manual.

This manual should be designed for an audience of staff and student athletes. Begin your PowerPoint presentation by addressing the importance of this policy and procedure manual and the goals steering your manual. Then, compare and contrast other institutions’ manuals (minimum of three, one must be from a Division II institution). Review policies and procedures manuals from at least three universities as part of your research to justify what you would include in this manual. Be sure one of these is a Division II institution.

Consider the following as you develop your presentation: What would you include? What would you omit? What areas are important for you to address at Champ University? How will you address the NCAA rules and regulations, specifically Division II standards? After reviewing and highlighting other manuals, provide a general outline of your own manual.

Include a cover page, table of contents, and major areas to be adopted in Champ’s manual. However, you do not need to create the entire manual, but the basic framework should be provided. Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics to enhance your presentation. Each slide MUST include ‘speaker notes.’ The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists of words. You may also record voice-overs throughout the presentation instead of writing speaker notes.

Length: 12-15 slides (with a separate title and reference slide) Notes Length: words for each ‘speaker note’ References: Minimum of three to five scholarly resources Be sure to include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style. Your presentation should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your presentation should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.

Paper For Above instruction

The development of a comprehensive policies and procedures manual for an athletic department is essential in establishing clear guidelines, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations, and fostering a safe and organized environment for staff and student-athletes. As the newly appointed athletic director at Champ University, a Division II NCAA institution, the creation of this manual involves meticulous research and comparison with established models from peer institutions. This paper outlines the importance of such a manual, reviews policies from three universities—including one Division II school—and presents a structured outline suitable for Champ University’s needs.

The significance of a well-structured policies and procedures manual lies in its ability to promote consistency, legal compliance, ethical conduct, and effective management. It serves as a foundational document that guides staff and athletes on procedures related to athletic operations, compliance, safety, student-athlete welfare, and sport-specific regulations. For Champ University, aligning policies with NCAA Division II standards is paramount, ensuring adherence to rules governing recruiting, eligibility, amateurism, and governance. The manual also functions as a communication tool, setting expectations and promoting accountability.

Research into existing manuals reveals common themes and essential areas. For instance, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Athletic Manual emphasizes NCAA compliance, student-athlete welfare, and academic standards. Similarly, Ohio University’s manual underscores policies related to handling misconduct, injury protocols, and safety procedures. Importantly, the California State University system’s athletic manual demonstrates a focus on diversity, inclusion, and community engagement, along with compliance standards. Critically, one of these manuals—Ohio University’s—serves as a Division I model, providing insights into how larger programs structure their policies. The UCLA manual, being Division I as well, complements understanding from a Division II perspective, while the California State system presents a model aligned more closely with Champ’s division.

Features common across these manuals include sections on NCAA compliance, athletic training and safety protocols, drug testing policies, recruiting practices, eligibility requirements, academic support, student-athlete conduct, and emergency procedures. Notably, policies specific to Division II standards highlight the importance of academic progress, limited scholarships, community engagement, and student-athlete well-being. Manual omission areas include overly detailed coaching tactics and specific game-day strategies, which are best handled at the coaching level. Instead, the manual emphasizes overarching policies that foster a safe, inclusive, and compliant athletic environment.

Based on the reviewed models, the proposed outline for Champ University’s policies and procedures manual includes the following major sections:

  • Introduction and Manual Purpose
  • Institutional and NCAA Policies
  • Student-Athlete Eligibility and Recruitment
  • Academic Policies and Support Services
  • Sports Medicine and Health & Safety
  • Code of Conduct and Discipline
  • Compliance and Ethics
  • Equipment, Facilities, and Travel
  • Media and Public Relations
  • Emergency Procedures and Risk Management

Each section will detail policies that are tailored to Champ University’s context, aligning with NCAA Division II standards while addressing unique institutional needs. For example, policies on academic progress requirements will reflect NCAA and institutional standards, and safety protocols will emphasize injury prevention and response.

In conclusion, constructing a policies and procedures manual for Champ University’s athletic department demands careful research, comparison, and customization. By studying established manuals from diverse institutions, especially a Division II example, the manual will provide clear guidance for staff and student-athletes, promote compliance, and foster a positive athletic environment rooted in safety, integrity, and academic success.

References

  1. Colleges and Universities. NCAA. (2022). NCAA Division II Manual. NCAA.
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  3. Ohio University Athletic Manual. (2021). Ohio University Athletics Department Publications.
  4. UCLA Athletic Department. (2020). Policies and Procedures Manual. UCLA Athletics.
  5. California State University Athletic Manual. (2019). CSU Sports Policies. California State University System.
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  8. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). (2022). NCAA Division II Manual. NCAA.
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