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STUDENT ATHLETE HANDBOOKStorm Athletic Mission Statement and PhilosophyTo enhance the student experience in a competitive environment which encourages the values of teamwork, integrity, and fairplay while helping prepare participants to become productive citizens and loyal alumni.Introduction from the Director of AthleticsOn behalf of the coaches and staff of the Storm Athletics Department, I would like to welcome you to Lake Erie College. As astudent-athlete you have the chance to “Get In and Stand Out” as a member of the Storm program. Not only will you get theopportunity to experience competition and teamwork at a NCAA Division II level, but you also get to earn a degree at a Collegethat is ranked a “Best Baccalaureate College” in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. Our entire athletics’ staff is dedicatedto help you achieve your goals here at Lake Erie College.This Student-Athlete Handbook is to serve as a reference for all your questions and concerns regarding your rights andresponsibilities as a student-athlete at Lake Erie College. It outlines many of the resources available to assist you in making youracademic and athletic career a success. It also explains what is expected of you in order to maintain your eligibility and status asa student-athlete for the Storm. Our coaches and staff will also be glad to assist you in any questions you may have concerningany of the material covered throughout this book.We look forward to sharing the success of Lake Erie College Athletics with you and good luck throughout this academic year.Rage On!Griz Zimmermann, Director of AthleticsPage | 159Lake Erie College | 2012 - 2013 Undergraduate Catalog | Student Handbook | Student Athlete Handbook