The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee’s role on campus is to be the voice for student athletes,
to promote and encourage positive changes within Salve Regina’s community that allows for optimal performance on and off the field. Our committee strides to continue the tradition of being exceptional student-athletes, recognizing social and personal growth of all the student-athletes that proudly wear the Seahawk uniform.
The NCAA believes in its “commitment to diversity, inclusion, and gender equity among its student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.”
Salve Regina University, an NCAA Division III institution, adheres to practicing these qualities within the Salve Regina University community. The role of being a Seahawk is taken very seriously as our commitments are followed on and off the court. By putting our best foot forward, we can make the transition of assisting and assuring that Salve Regina continues to promote equal opportunity for all.
As members of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) at Salve Regina, student-athletes serve as a liaison between the committee and their respective teams. As well as other representatives and administrators from the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
As members of SAAC, student-athletes are asked to be present at meetings where they are provided with a forum centralized on matters or circumstances that concern their athletic team(s). Some of these have included: academic policies, athletic awards, Title IX, travel and meal accommodations, and University guidelines. The true purpose of SAAC is to create and cause change that improves on the general welfare of Seahawk athletics, enhancing communication and camaraderie among our teams. SAAC involvement gives student-athletes the ability to shape and shift the landscape of what it means to be a student-athlete at Salve Regina.
2024 Fall SAAC Agenda
SAAC Executive Board
The student athlete advisory committee enhances the overall experience of the student athletes. Members provide leadership and foster growth and support for student-athletes. They promote opportunities and protect student-athlete welfare. SAAC is the liaison and voice for student-athletes with the institution and conference-level administration.
Members of the student-athlete advisory committee meet regularly with the athletic director and may choose to serve on a sub-committee which will examine such areas as athletic awards, Title IX, travel/meals, academics, policies and guidelines, etc.
Eligibility
The student-athlete advisory committee is open to any member of a Salve Regina University intercollegiate team, with preference given to an upperclassman.
Board positions available:
President - organizes the meetings, works closely with the athletic director and is responsible for making sure the concerns of student athletes are addressed.
Vice President - assists the president in his/her responsibilities.
Secretary - Keeps track of attendance, updates email lists, and sends out important information including meeting minutes.
Treasurer - responsible for keeping track of the finances of SAAC, working closely with the athletic director.
Public Relations - in charge of social media and works closely with the event coordinator.
Event Coordinator - plans and follows through with events.
*All positions work cohesively to accomplish SAAC goals and responsibilities. Sometimes one position may take over responsibility of another. Every member is expected to be at committee meetings, board meetings, and SAAC events.
Duration
The program begins during the fall and runs through the entire academic year.
Application Process
Each team decides how its student-athlete advisory committee representative is to be selected. Some hold team elections and, in some cases, the representative is appointed by the head coach. Each team will also have an alternate who will be the representative in the absence of the initial selectee.
