Commitment to Equity

The area of commitment to equity refers to an athletic program that provides fair and equal opportunity to both student-athletes as a group (as a subpopulation of the entire student body) and to all student-athletes as a whole (without regard to gender or minority affiliation).  The three operating principles and a short synopsis of each are given below.  LTC Mark Vandrie is the chair of the Subcommittee on Commitment to Equity.

• Gender Issues.  In the area of athletics, institutions must demonstrate that they are committed to the fair and equitable treatment of both men and women.  Additionally, they will have plans that enforce this commitment and that are accommodating to the evolving standards of gender equity.
• Minority Issues.  In the area of athletics, institutions must demonstrate that they are committed to providing equal opportunities for minority students and staff personnel.  Additionally, they will have plans that enforce this commitment and that are accommodating to the evolving standards of minority issues.
• Student-Athlete Welfare.  The institution shall demonstrate a commitment to the fair treatment of student athletes, particularly in their academic role as students.

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