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Student-Athlete Advisory Committee

What is a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee?

SAAC is made up of student-athlete representatives. The committee is a vehicle to promote communication between the athletic administration and student-athletes.

Who are the members of SAAC?

One student-athlete per varsity program, chosen by the Head Coach.

What is the purpose of SAAC?
  • Generating a student-athlete voice within the department
  • Soliciting student-athlete response to NCAA legislation
  • Suggesting potential NCAA legislation Organizing community efforts
  • Creating a vehicle for student-athlete representation on campus wide committees (i.e. Student Government)
Current Projects and Updates
  • Blackout for Easter Seals
  • Adopt a Family
  • Angel Tree for CILA
  • Athletics Formal
  • Athletics Cookout
  • Special Olympics “Greatest Practice Ever”
  • Big Brothers/Big Sisters Olympic Day
  • Turkey Bowl T-shirts

More on SAAC...

  • In 1995, NCAA passed legislation that mandated SAACs on all campuses
  • In Division III there are SAACs on three levels

    National / Conference / Campus
Mission Statement of the National SAACs

"The mission of the NCAA 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."
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Student-Athlete Advisory Committee