SAAC
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
What is a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee? (SAAC)
A student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC) is a committee made up of student-athletes assembled to provide insight on the student-athlete experience. The SAAC also offers input on the rules, regulations and polices that affect student-athletes' lives on USCAA member institution campuses.
The information that follows will assist you in understanding how the network of SAACs, from individual campus committees to the conference and/or national committees, interact and support one another to shape intercollegiate athletics policy and enhance the student-athlete experience.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee at Paul Smith's College
Paul Smith's College has an active SAAC, with at least two representatives from every sport. The group meets bi-weekly. For more information on SAAC contact advisor Alphonso Howlett at ahowlett@paulsmiths.edu if you have questions or would like to get involved.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee at the National Level
The input of the respective SAACs continues to be sought by a variety of constituencies within the Association. Student-athlete committee members have the opportunity to speak with their respective USCAA league administrators and Board of Directors.
National SAACs (Divisions I, II and III) at a glance:
· Generate a student-athlete voice within the USCAA structure.
· Solicit student-athlete response to proposed USCAA legislation.
· Recommend potential USCAA legislation.
· Review, react and comment to the governance structure on legislation, activities and subjects of interest.
· Actively participate in the administrative process of athletics programs and the USCAA.
· Promote a positive student-athlete image.
Mission Statement of the National SAACs
"The mission of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare and fostering a positive student-athlete image.
A copy of the Paul Smith's College Studeen Athlete Advisory Commitee Bylaws and Constitution can be found here.