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Student-Athlete Conduct Code
This edition of the University of Montana Student-Athlete Conduct Code (August 1, 2022) replaces any previous published, paper, or on-line version. I.
Introduction This Student-Athlete Conduct Code is designed to inform you, the student-athlete, of the behavior expected of you, and of the consequences your behavior may have on your status as a student-athlete. The Department of Athletics may take action under the Student-Athlete Conduct Code regarding your continued participation in the University's intercollegiate athletics program, including the awarding, renewal, and modification of a scholarship that you may now have. This Conduct Code is intended to complement, not replace, conduct rules that your sport team has adopted, including consequences for violating those team rules. Your participation in the University's intercollegiate athletics program is also governed by the policies and procedures of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA); the Big Sky Conference (Big Sky); the Board of Regents of Higher Education, State of Montana; and all University of Montana's Department of Athletics' rules and procedures as set forth in the Student-Athlete Handbook. The authority to enforce the policies of the Student-Athlete Conduct Code and impose penalties lies with the Athletic Conduct Team (ACT), which consists of the Athletic Director, Senior Associate Athletic Director, Faculty Athletic Representative, and the chair of the University Athletic Committee (UAC). In the event that the ACT cannot reach a consensus decision on appropriate penalties, the decision will be deferred to the University President. A. On Being a Student-Athlete All student-athletes are members of the University of Montana's student body. You are a student first, and your participation in intercollegiate athletics derives from your status as a student. Accordingly, all University policies apply to you, including, but not limited to the University Student Code of Conduct and the University Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation policy. The Student-Athlete Conduct Code, the University Student Code of Conduct, and the Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation policies are distinct and separate sets of policies and procedures. As such, one may apply without implicating the other. At no time shall the Student-Athlete Conduct Code impede the processing of a violation under the University Student Code of Conduct or the Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation policy. As a student-athlete, you benefit by having the opportunity to develop your potential as a skilled performer; to grow emotionally, socially and intellectually; to travel and represent UM Intercollegiate Athletics; and to learn to be a productive team member. Intercollegiate Athletics is pleased that you are a student-athlete and proud to have you represent the University in athletic competition. That being said, participation in intercollegiate athletics at the University of Montana is a privilege that carries responsibilities. Because of the public nature of competition, you are more visible to the community than your non-athlete peers. Through your participation on an athletic team, you become a representative of the University of 6
