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Approved by NMU Board of Trustees April 30, 2010
ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2012-2013
Summer Semester 2012
First official day of classes May 21, Monday
Memorial Day observance—no classes May 28, Monday
First official day of Session II classes July 2, Monday
Independence Day observance—no classes July 4, Wednesday
Last day of classes August 11, Saturday
Final grades due from faculty August 14, Tuesday
Fall Semester 2012
Orientation for new students August 22-24 Wednesday-Friday
First official day of classes August 27, Monday
Labor Day observance—no classes September 3, Monday
No Classes October 12, Friday
Thanksgiving recess begins at 8 a.m. November 21, Wednesday
Classes resume November 26, Monday
Last day of classes December 8, Saturday
Examination period December 10-15, Monday-Saturday
Commencement December 15, Saturday
Final grades due from faculty December 18, Tuesday
Winter Semester 2013
Orientation for new students January 9-11, Wednesday-Friday
First official day of classes January 14, Monday
Midsemester recess begins at 5:00 p.m. March 2, Saturday
Classes resume March 11, Monday
Last day of classes April 27, Saturday
Examination period April 29 – May 4, Monday-Saturday
Commencement May 4, Saturday
Final grades due from faculty May 7, Tuesday

Table of Contents
USOEC & NGB Directory...................................................................... i
U.S. Olympic Education Center
Mission Statements...................................................................... 1
Residency Standards............................................................................... 2
Roles of Organizations in USOEC Program ........................................ 3
Athlete and Programs Services.............................................................. 4
USADA ....................................................................................... 5
Expectations...................................................................................................................... 6
Academic Expectations ........................................................................................ 6
Athletic Expectations ........................................................................................... 6
Behavioral Expectations....................................................................................... 6
Facility Treatment ................................................................................................ 7
Disciplinary Procedures ~ Due Process ......................................................................... 7
Academic Information and Responsibilities ................................................................. 8
Grade Point Average & Class Attendance............................................................ 8
NMU’s Advisement Center, ACAC .................................................................... 9
Tips on Achieving Success................................................................................... 10
Other Athlete & Program Services
Media Relations..................................................................................................... 11
Food Service .......................................................................................................... 12
Weight Rooms........................................................................................................ 13
Transportation......................................................................................................... 13
Parking ................................................................................................................... 14
Sports Medicine Services................................................................................................... 14
Substance Abuse. ................................................................................................... 14
Living Environment
Proper Use of Space ……........................................................................................ 15
Front Desk Hours .................................................................................................... 16
Desk Services …………………………………………………………………….. 16
Check-in …………………………………............................................................. 16
Room Changes……………………………………………………………………. 16
Check-Out…..…………………………………………………………………….. 16
Resident Life Coordinators ………………………………………………………..17
Appropriate Noise Standards................................................................................... 17
Curfews.................................................................................................................... 17
Visitor Policy........................................................................................................... 17
Housekeeping Services............................................................................................ 18
Personal Mail .......................................................................................................... 18
Telephone,............................................................................................................... 18
TV Rooms, Fridges, Laundry rooms ..................................................................... 28
Air Conditioners ..................................................................................................... 19
Weapons Prohibited................................................................................................ 19
Single Room Options .............................................................................................. 19
Solving On-Floor Issues ......................................................................................... 20
Fire Safety Procedures ...................................................................................................... 21
Appendix

Title Name
USOEC & NGB DIRECTORY
Office
Ext. NO#
� NMU ATHLETICS, REC SPORTS & USOEC MAIN OFFICES
E-mail
Athletic Director Forrest Karr 1826 fkarr@nmu.edu Na
Department Secretary Nita Thomas 2105 nithomas@nmu.edu Na
�USOEC/NMU Full-Time Staff
Cell #
Interim Director Brian Gaudreau 1182 bgaudrea@nmu.edu 458-2301
Assistant Director Mike Fields 2896 mfields@nmu.edu 360-9079
Operations Manager Mike Kaurala 2893 mkaurala@nmu.edu 360-8285
� Student-Staff and Meyland Hall Resident Life Coordinators
RLC Amber Lopota Rm 319 alopota@nmu.edu
RLC TBD Rm
� USOEC Sports Med. Staff
Head Athletic Trainer Colby Lash 2665 colby.lash@mghs.org n/a
Graduate Assistant Elizabeth Frieseke 2665 n/a
� NGB Resident Coaching Staff
►USA WEIGHTLIFTING
Head Coach
►GRECO WRESTLING
Head Coach
Vance Newgard NA vnewgard@yahoo.com 251-8567
Rob Hermann 2869 rhermann@nmu.edu 850-261-1719
Assist. Coach Aghasi Manukyan 2869 amanukya@nmu.edu Na
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U.S. OLYMPIC EDUCATION CENTER
The USOC and the administration at the USOEC would like to
welcome you to the United States Olympic Education Center
and our 27th year of operation and service to the Olympic
ideals.
The many rules and regulations stated in this handbook are
designed to make your stay with us as productive as possible.
The USOEC staff is here to ensure that your athletic and educational goals are met. We
encourage you to become acquainted and maintain an open line of communication with us.
USOEC’s Mission Statement
The United States Olympic Education Center uses all available resources at NMU to challenge its
student athletes to think independently, develop a lifelong appreciation for learning, acquire career
skills, and become productive citizens and ambassadors for our country, while also providing the worldclass
facilities and support services that these athletes need in order to become Olympic Champions.
The Mission of the USOC shall be:
To support United States Olympic and Paralympic athletes in achieving sustained competitive excellence
and preserve the Olympic ideals, and thereby inspire all Americans.
Northern Michigan University’s Mission Statement
Northern Michigan University challenges its students and employees to think independently and
critically, develop lifelong learning habits, acquire career skills, embrace diversity and become
productive citizens in the regional and global community.
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RESIDENCY STANDARDS &
THE ROLES OF ORGANIZATIONS
Residency in the U.S. Olympic Education Center program is designed for athletes who have both the ability
and desire to be Olympic champions and successful students. To ensure adherence to stringent athletic and
academic performance standards, periodic evaluations will be made by NMU and your NGB.
RESIDENT STUDENT-ATHLETE STANDARDS
Definition:
A USOEC resident student-athlete is defined as a student-athlete who has been approved by their NGB and
NMU to train at the United States Olympic Education Center for any one semester. He or she must also be
accepted and/or eligible to continue enrollment at NMU as a student and should be a full-time student each
semester in an official NMU Academic Program, preferably a baccalaureate (full-time =12 credits or more)
or graduate level degree program (full-time = 6 or more credits) to receive full room and board aid in any
semester.
Residency Qualifications:
� Be a United States citizen and old enough to be accepted into NMU
� Be eligible to compete in your sport’s next Olympic games
� Complete the USOEC Athlete Application each year
� Be accepted into and enrolled as a full-time student at NMU
� Be enrolled in and maintain at least 12 or more credit hours each semester
� Complete a health profile with the Sports Medicine staff as soon as possible upon arriving
� Complete all medical, consent, conduct, MGH patient consent, and waiver forms annually
� On-Campus Housing - All single undergraduate students shall live in University residence halls
while enrolled at NMU. Residents may be allowed to move off-campus provided you meet one of
the following criteria:
o Have reached junior status (56 or more credit hours), or
o Have resided four or more semesters in residence halls while enrolled in college, or
o Are 21 years of age or older on or before the last official day of registration, or
o Residing at home with the parent or legal guardian, or
o Are veterans who qualify for veteran benefits, or
o Are legally married, with a valid marriage certificate
Monitoring or Evaluation Standards:
� New residents will be placed on a 90-day probation period
� After 60 days the resident coach will review the new athlete’s progress and initiation
� Each athlete needs to achieve a 2.0 gpa each semester (see page 10 for more info)
� Each athlete needs to demonstrate progress in training and competition, including reaching
performance goals established by the athlete and his/her coach
Forms to Complete:
Each resident athlete is required to complete the following forms as a condition of enrollment in the
USOEC resident program each year. Forms A through E are mandatory.
Appendix
NMU Athletic Code…………………………………………………………………….. A
Meyland Hall Housing Agreement & Behavior Guideline……………………………… B
USOEC Athlete Biography……………………………………………………………… C
Criminal History/Background …………………………………………………………… D
USOEC Release of Personal Information ……………………………. ………………… E
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ROLES OF ORGANIZATIONS IN THE
OLYMPIC EDUCATION CENTER PROGRAMS
� National Governing Bodies’ Roles
National Governing Bodies (NGBs) are responsible for the resident athlete selection process for the
USOEC program. They are also responsible for selecting the coach who will lead the USOEC program.
NGBs may defer athlete selection to the resident coach.
NGBs are responsible for establishing and conducting programs at the USOEC. When doing so, NGBs
pay particular attention to the objectives of the USOEC and, based upon those objectives, develop
training plans for the athletes.
NGBs are responsible for the continued monitoring of program quality. The programs are conducted with
the realistic expectations that Olympic, World and Pan American Games Champions will be produced.
Any expectation that falls short of the goal of developing Olympic, World and Pan Am Games
Champions is not consistent with the philosophy of the USOEC.
NGBs support the USOEC resident programs by providing sports specific equipment, financial support,
expert coaching, and competition opportunities both at the USOEC and throughout the world.
� United States Olympic Committee’s Role
The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) authorizes the USOEC to promote resident athlete
programs and to establish a model for athlete development in a university setting. Any program that
carries the USOC endorsement must contribute to the primary mission of the Olympic Committee.
Athletes accepted into the program must strive to represent the highest ideals of the Olympic movement
and commit themselves to a program of athletic preparation that will enable them to become the “best
they can be”.
� Northern Michigan University’s Role
Northern Michigan University provides resident student-athletes with the facilities and educational
programs necessary to maintain a balance between training and education. NMU and USOEC staffs
assist athletes in their pursuit of a meaningful athletic and educational experience. NMU monitors the
living environment regarding adherence to USOEC and NMU rules and policies, while maintaining a
high quality of life for Olympic resident athletes. In compliance with the National Clery Act, NMU’s
crime statistics can be found at: http://www.nmu.edu/publicsafety/node/79
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� Northern Michigan University’s Role Cont.
The administrative staff of the USOEC are employees of NMU who coordinate the program with the
USOC, the NGBs and NMU’s administration. The USOEC staff are responsible for the following:
� Providing the facilities and services necessary to produce Olympic champions (housing, food service,
secretarial, transportation, etc.).
� Providing the support services necessary to assist in the academic success of current student-athletes
through regularly scheduled classes at NMU, and distance learning, and to encourage and support the
development of lifelong learning skills.
� Coordinating a variety of regional, national, and international training camps, competitions, and
coach’s education programs.
� Fostering the development and maintenance of world class athletic facilities for use by athletes and
assisting in making existing athletic facilities available to all qualified persons.
� Providing exposure for the USOC, NMU, and the State of Michigan by promoting the Olympic
movement and the Olympic ideals.
� Working with other agencies to provide sports medicine and sports science services to resident
athletes.
� Assisting athletes with problems as needed (registration, advising, tutoring, etc.).
� Monitoring the adherence to USOEC policies regarding the living environment (maintaining quiet
hours, adhering to facility usage requirements, etc.).
ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES
The following services are provided for all eligible student-athletes:
1. Room and board scholarships for college student-athletes who reside on the USOEC’s designated
floor of Meyland Hall
2. One comforter if needed
3. Cable TV and refrigerator in each room (Meyland Hall 3 rd floor rooms only)
4. Venue usage for scheduled, supervised training sessions
5. A waiver of out-of-state tuition costs
6. Medical care for athletic injuries that are sustained while training at the USOEC to the extent that
the injury can be managed by the athletic trainer. Visits with the Team Physician will be billed to
the athletes’ insurance carrier.
7. All University services such as library usage and counseling, except where a student fee is
assessed to NMU students
8. Laundry room facilities for those officially assigned to Meyland Hall
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ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES
The following are the student-athlete’s responsibilities:
1. The cost of room and board (eligible student-athletes’ scholarships may cover all or part)
2. Personal training equipment and equipment repair
3. Health insurance
Note: All resident athletes should be covered by their own personal health insurance. Some
athletes may be eligible for the USOC’s Elite Athlete Health Insurance. If not covered by family
insurance, athletes should check with their NGB or NMU’s Health Center to purchase insurance
coverage.
4. The cost of attending competitions unless covered by the NGB (including transportation)
5. The cost of in-state tuition
6. Damages incurred in your room or other areas of the residence hall
7. Transportation from your home to Marquette
8. Books and materials needed for school
9. Lab fees required for school
10. Laundry supplies (detergent, bleach, etc.)
11. University parking permit ($140/year for resident or commuter)
12. University recreational pass. Cost is $70/semester or $130 for fall & winter semesters.
�The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is dedicated to eliminating the practice of doping in
sport, and to preserving the well being of sport and ensuring the health of athletes through research
initiatives and educational programs.
Call the USADA Drug Reference Line with any Questions
The USADA Drug Reference Line is answered live between 8 a.m.
and 4 p.m. (Mountain time). In addition, the USADA Drug Reference
Line provides additional information on medical notification forms. For more information and
clarification on any of the prohibited classes of substances or prohibited methods, please call USADA's
Drug Reference Line at 1-800-233-0393 (within the U.S.), or 1-719-785-2020 (outside the United States),
or email your inquiry to drugreference@usantidoping.org.
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EXPECTATIONS
For Programs & Athletes
�Academic Expectations:
All resident athletes are expected to achieve a 2.0 grade point average each semester.
Any athlete that does not achieve the minimum 2.0 gpa in any semester will be placed
on “academic probation”.
If an athlete does not achieve a 2.0 gpa for two consecutive semesters, he/she will be
suspended by the USOEC for a period of one year. Athletes may appeal their suspension by providing a
written reason(s) why he or she should be allowed to continue. A review panel will review all appeals and
render a decision. NMU may impose independent conditions, probations, or suspensions for poor academic
performances. You can find NMU’s standards by searching NMU’s web for “Academic Proficiency
Standards”.
There are several academic assistance programs (tutoring, study halls, etc.) that we can help arrange for those
athletes who desire additional help.
All athletes are expected to be students at NMU. Only under unique circumstances and approved of in
advance by the USOEC Director will this requirement be waived.
�Athletic Expectations:
All athletes are expected to meet the performance goals set for them by their coach at the
beginning of the year. The progress made toward these goals will be evaluated annually.
Any athlete not achieving his/her athletic goals may not be accepted for residency the
following program year unless there are extenuating circumstances.
�Behavioral Expectations:
Each student-athlete’s conduct in and out of competition or the classroom must adhere to the following
codes of conducts set out by the NGB, the USOC and NMU. The following describes each
organization’s code of conduct in more detail:
NGB’s Code of Conduct
All student athletes are expected to adhere to their NGB’s code of conduct, which governs
participation in Olympic resident programs. Any violation of this code of conduct will be
reported to your NGB’s national office and the USOC and the NGB will be required to take
appropriate action. If, in the opinion of the USOC or NMU, the action is deemed inadequate for
the seriousness of the violation, your NGB’s entire program may be jeopardized.
NMU’s Athletic Code of Conduct
Student-athletes training at the USOEC are guests of NMU. The University provides assistance
to you in the form of a room and board scholarships, waiver of out-of-state tuition fees, use of
athletic training facilities, and other academic and athletic support services. In exchange for these
privileges, you are expected to reflect high standards on all levels: social, academic, and athletic.
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NMU’s Athletic Code of Conduct Cont.
A complete USOEC Athletic Code is printed in Appendix B in the back of this handbook. Each
USOEC student athlete is required to sign this document to acknowledge an understanding and
acceptance of the conditions of this code. All USOEC student athletes are also required to adhere
to the NMU Student Code. A copy of the NMU Student Code is posted on-line at:
http://webb.nmu.edu/dso/SiteSections/OurServices/HandbookSection2.shtml. Extra copies are
available in the Dean of Student’s office. Please feel free to see any of the USOEC administrative
staff regarding questions about expectations for USOEC student-athletes.
�Facility Treatment:
NMU provides NGB’s and their athletes with access to state-of-the-art training facilities. The facilities
include a sports medicine clinic, weight rooms, locker rooms, and training gymnasiums. Meyland Hall
also underwent a major renovation in 2006, costing over $6 million dollars. We expect that each of you
will treat these facilities with respect by doing the following:
� Throwing trash in a trash can.
� Picking up your clothes at the end of each training session - Tending to your laundry.
� Putting all equipment away in its proper place.
� Notifying staff of maintenance concerns or general needs
immediately.
� Keeping walls, doors, and floors free of gum, marks, spit,
stickers, and other debris.
� Cleaning up spills (water, shampoo, soap, power drinks, etc.) immediately or notifying a
custodian immediately.
� Do not let anyone outside the program access to or use of the doors coded access number
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
DUE PROCESS
There are three organizations that may be involved in any athlete disciplinary situation: the NGB, the
USOC, and/or NMU. Any disciplinary action taken by your NGB can be appealed through your NGB’s
due process procedure. Questions regarding your NGB and/or USOC disciplinary decisions may be
referred to the USOC’s athlete ombudsman, a position that was created by the federal Amateur Sports
Act, at the following address:
Mr. John Ruger, Athlete Ombudsman
United States Olympic Committee
2102 Kalmia Circle
Boulder, CO 80304-1912
Toll free phone: 1-888-ATHLETE
Telephone: 1-303-444-6615
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DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Cont.
� Northern Michigan University’s Due Process
NMU generally adheres to the following process when investigating all incidents:
1. Investigation Process ~ NMU seeks information about the incident by talking with the parties
involved, eye witnesses and others as appropriate.
2. Report of Investigation Results ~ The USOEC notifies the Program Coach, NGB Executive
Director, USOC, parents (if the athlete is a minor), and/or other appropriate parties.
3. Determination of Action ~ NMU’s Dean of Students office determines and levies discipline and/or
sanctions based on the evidence and established procedures & time lines. In addition to the NMU
Dean of Students office review, NMU also has a separate 3-person Athletic Review Committee
that reviews all code violations for NCAA and/or USOEC student athletes. This committee may
also meet to discuss the alleged violation and take action as appropriate specifically regarding
the student athlete’s continued participation in the USOEC program. NMU’s review process is
separate and completely independent of the NGB/USOC process.
4. Appeal Process ~ Disciplinary decisions taken by NMU can be appealed by following the process
outlined in the Athletic Code in Appendix B.
Northern Michigan University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, height, weight, marital status, familial status, handicap/disability, sexual orientation or veteran status in
employment or the provision of services and provides, upon request, reasonable accommodation including auxiliary
aids and services necessary to afford individuals with disabilities and equal opportunity to participate in all programs
and activities.
ACADEMIC INFORMATION &
RESPONSIBILITIES
We are here to help you succeed academically. However, the responsibility for being a winner in the
classroom rests with YOU. You have the responsibility to ask for help when you’re not doing well in
class. You have the responsibility to complete assignments on time. Ultimately, YOU have the
responsibility to take control of your own learning process and become an academic success.
� Grade Point Average:
Each athlete is expected to attain at least a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) for each semester/grading
period enrolled. If you do not receive a 2.0 GPA or better, you will
automatically be placed on academic probation. A meeting may be scheduled
with the Assistant Director to review your academic performance. You may be
dismissed from the USOEC program if you fail to receive a 2.0 GPA in two (2)
consecutive semesters. Please ask for help early if you fall behind.
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�Class Attendance/Absence:
Poor attendance will have a negative impact on your academic success. You should
understand that your instructor is not obligated to excuse you from class. If you
expect to miss class due to an athletic competition during the semester, you are
strongly encouraged to discuss the expected absence and alternatives with your
instructor as soon as you become aware of the situation. Your coach has Student Absence Forms
that are to be used for notifying your professors of all sport-related activities that entail missing a
class(es). Your coach issues these out to you, but you deliver the form to the professor. An excused
absence from class does not relieve you from the responsibility to complete all required course
assignments.
ILLNESSES / SICK: If you are ill and unable to attend class, you must see the Athletic Trainer
and/or physician. After visiting the Athletic Trainer, the Trainer will contact the USOEC Admin.
staff to discuss and/or verify your need to miss class.
�Academic Advising and Course Registration:
Once each semester there is a specific period established for campus-wide advising and course
registration. Every student should have a faculty member assigned to them for academic advising.
Athletes are strongly encouraged to meet with their faculty advisor frequently.
o Course registration for the Winter 2013 semester begins in October – Check with your
Academic Advisor for any questions.
o Course registration for the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters will start around March 2013.
(*) You will be assigned a registration date according to your class rank (Senior, Junior, Sophomore,
Freshman).
NMU’s Academic and Career Advisement Center
http://webb.nmu.edu/ACAC/
ACAC OFFICES
To contact the Academic and Career Advisement Center, call 906-227-2971 or e-mail acac@nmu.edu . The
ACAC’s fax number is 906-227-1751.
University Business Hours
University business hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. during the fall and spring
semesters (late August through early May) and 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. during the
summer (early May through late August). Northern Michigan University is
located in the Eastern time zone.
Campus Location
The Academic and Career Advisement Center is located in suite 3302 C.B.
Hedgcock (building no. 9 on the campus map). Hedgcock can be reached off of
Seventh Street or, if coming from Wright Street, off of Tracy Avenue.
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� Academic Advising Philosophy
Northern Michigan University is committed to the academic and professional development of its students. While a
student’s academic program is ultimately his or her own responsibility, the university, through the academic
advising process, provides the student with information about career options, educational programs, courses,
resources, policies and procedures. The academic advising process is a shared responsibility which involves
administration, faculty, staff, and student peers. However, a key element is the student-advisor relationship.
�Student Responsibilities
Communication is the key to a successful advising experience. Each person involved in the advising
relationship must understand his or her role in the advising process. Students at NMU are responsible for:
� seeking out assistance early in their college experience to identify and/or confirm any major and/or career
choices;
� knowing the degree, major, and minor requirements applicable to them as outlined in the bulletin and in
departmental publications;
� keeping accurate records of their progress and degree plans;
� playing an active role in advising meetings by identifying areas of uncertainty and asking for advisers'
assistance in finding the answers or exploring options;
� discussing any proposed changes to their class schedules, including dropping or adding classes, with
advisers prior to making the changes.
�Advisor Activities
Advisers are members of the NMU faculty or staff who:
� know the university’s academic policies and graduation requirements;
� have been assigned to meet with specific students for academic guidance;
� will help students identify problem areas and create action plans in order to be successful;
� expect that students will be honest about current/past academic performance;
� can refer students to sources of academic, career, or personal support on campus should the need arise.
TIPS ON ACHIEVING ACADEMIC SUCCESS
NMU’s Academic and Career Advisement Center offers these other services and tips on being successful.
� Who is My Adviser?
If you have a declared major, your adviser is a faculty member from that
academic area. If you are undeclared or on academic probation, your adviser
will be a faculty or staff person who is specially trained to assist you. To find
out the name of your adviser, follow these steps:
� Go into MyNMU – enter ID and password
� Click on Student Services tab
� Click on View General Student Record
� Select the appropriate term and submit
� Under General Student Record you’ll see the primary adviser
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Once you select the term, your personal information will appear, including the name of your primary adviser.
Students who are undeclared or on academic probation are sent a letter early in each semester informing them of
their adviser, office location and telephone number.
� Virtual Advising
You can ask an adviser questions online through ACAC’s virtual adviser tool. Academic
and Career Advisement staff usually answer questions within three working days. To ask
a question go to this link:
http://webb.nmu.edu/ACAC/SiteSections/Advising/AskVirtualAdviser.shtml
�
�Skill Development
The Academic and Career Advisement Center equips students with the tools they need to reach their goals.
We understand that being a college student can be stressful and even overwhelming at times. That is why we have
created resources to assist you with developing positive study habits, test-taking skills and a good sense of time
management.
Look through these with your academic adviser or with a tutor from All Campus Tutoring.
� 10 Easy Ways to Earn Academic Probation
� Advising--Tips for Students
� Best Classroom Practices
� Get Involved!
� Get the Most out of Tutoring
� NMU Graduation Checklist
� Know Your Campus Resources
��� Letters of Recommendation--Guideline
College Success Strategies
OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES
� MEDIA RELATIONS
The Media Relations Department promotes the U. S. Olympic Education Center, its events and athletes,
and assists with developing media opportunities for the Center.
To ensure proper exposure for you and your sport we need your help. The first step
is to complete the Athlete Biography (Appendix C) and return it to your coach by
September 7. Photographs will be scheduled through your coach in the fall semester
of each year. These photographs will be used for media guides, athlete profile
information, autograph sheets, news releases, and the web site.
The outstanding free publicity you can receive from the media as a USOEC athlete is
very valuable to you, your sport, NMU, and the USOC. The Media Relations Department provides you
the opportunity to promote yourself, your teammates, coaches and the USOEC through local, state, and
national media. Remember, people judge you as an athlete by your athletic performance, but they judge
you as a person by your performance with the media.
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OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES Cont.
� FOOD SERVICE & NMU ID CARD USE
Meals are provided to USOEC student-athletes at The Marketplace throughout the school year. The
University Center Food Court is used during the summer and at other times when NMU is not in session.
� Each meal card swipe costs the USOEC budget. We pay
per meal eaten; to put it more accurately, every time one of us
enters the MP or UC - even if only to meet your friends to talk,
the USOEC budget gets charged.
� Please let Mike Kaurala know if you are having any issues
with your meal card/NMU ID working. If the cashiers need to
swipe your card more than once to get it to “work” let us know
that same day.
� You must always present your ID/Meal card to the Food
Service cashier every time you eat. The USOEC will NOT accept billings from you for “lost”,
“stolen” or “misplaced” meal cards. If we receive such a billing you will be responsible for
paying the charge.
� Protect your meal card as if it was cash. Report lost cards immediately.
� It is unacceptable to allow ANYONE ELSE to use your meal card at anytime for any reason. If
this occurs you will be held financially responsible, and you may lose meal privileges or face
possible expulsion from the program. Your meal card is yours and yours alone!
�MEALS ON THE GO
"Meals on the Go" is a NMU Dining program to allow individuals with a meal plan to
pre-order and pick up a meal when they will be unable to come into the Dining Facility
for a designated meal period because of a conflicting event.
Each meal plan participant requesting this service will be required to complete and
submit the "Meals on the Go" Application Form to the Simply Superior Catering &
Events Office (Room 1104) University Center, one week prior to the start date.
� You may submit a "Meals on the Go" order form for meals you will miss. These forms are available in the
Simply Superior Catering & Events Office (Room 1104) University Center.
� This service is available:
Monday - lunch, Monday- dinner,
Tuesday-lunch, Tuesday- dinner,
Wednesday- lunch, Wednesday- dinner,
Thursday-lunch, & Thursday- dinner
� The Wildcat Express Office will deduct one meal for this service if the student fails to pick up brown bag
meal.
� Students will request their "Meals on the Go" from the cashier in the MP and Café Libri. The cashier will
swipe the student's card and deduct a meal from their plan.
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OTHER ATHLETE & PROGRAM SERVICES Cont.
� USOEC WEIGHT ROOMS
The USOEC uses two weight room facilities in the Superior Dome. Teams will be assigned specific
weight room training times each semester. In addition to these assigned team
times, a coach may access the weight room with his/her team provided that it is
reserved with NMU Athletics. Under no circumstances should an athlete be in
the weight room alone or with other athletes without approved supervision.
No guests are permitted in the weight room without prior approval from the
Operations Manager.
� TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Through a USOC grant, the USOEC will be able to provide LIMITED shuttle service to and from the
Sawyer International Airport and the Marquette Bus Station until the funds are
exhausted. To schedule transportation, simply complete a departure form and then have
your coach sign it to confirm it is a sport related travel (Appendix F).
Departures:
Whenever you leave Meyland Hall overnight, regardless of the reason or length of departure, a departure
form (Appendix F) must be filled out and given to your coach for their approval prior to departing.
Departure forms can also be obtained from your coach or a RLC or in the USOEC copy/mail room. All
departures to the airport will originate from Meyland Hall.
Departure Form Submission Policy: 48 hours minimum notice will be required to submit
transportation requests.
No Show Policy:
If you request transportation, but do not show up for your departure or arrival, without providing at least
24 Hours notice of the change or cancellation, a $32.00 fee may be assessed. An exception to this policy
is granted for changes and/or cancellations due to airport or airline/bus station changes. However, if a
flight change occurs, you must call (906) 226-7777 to notify Checker Cab of your flight change so a
driver can be rescheduled.
Wildcat Shuttle
The Wildcat Shuttle Service is brought to you by NMU Public Safety and Police Services in conjunction
with ASNMU. The Wildcat Shuttle offers students, faculty and staff free, reliable transportation.
The main goal of the Wildcat Shuttle System is to transport students from the
LRC to the Jacobetti Center and to the Superior Dome when classes are
changing.
Remember: Students, faculty and staff are able to ride any fixed-route
Marq-Tran Bus in Marquette County free of charge with a student ID.
Flag down the shuttle at any time and the driver will be happy to stop for you.
If you have any questions regarding the Wildcat Shuttle, call Public Safety at (906) 227-2151.
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� PARKING ON-CAMPUS
All USOEC athletes living on- or off-campus must have their vehicle registered to park on-campus and
pay the necessary annual fee of $140. This regulation also applies to high school
athletes living on campus. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Parking for USOEC athletes and coaches is available in lot 14 and lot 24. Both of
these lots are for resident students, with the exception of no freshman parking in lot
24. Freshman can park in lot 14. Parking in Lot 22 (Services Building) is available by special permit
and can be obtained from the Public Safety office at no additional cost. Parking citations for illegal
parking are a minimum of $25.00. Parking in a handicap space is a $100.00 fine.
Students are NOT allowed to park in Lot 9 (circle lot behind Meyland).
Any questions you may have regarding parking can be directed to the Parking Services office at (906)227-1476 or
by email at.
SPORTS MEDICINE SERVICES
Medical Services at USOEC Clinic
All of the medical and athletic training services provide to student-athletes are generously provided by
Marquette General Hospital (MGH) and their employees. The University provides the clinic space where
USOEC student-athletes can be assessed and treated for sports related injuries.
Prior to arrival at the USOEC, the Sports Medicine staff need all participants to complete the Marquette
General “admittance form”, complete an online and electronic Sportsware medical record.
Clinic Expectations:
1. Be on-time for your treatments
2. Practice proper hygiene before treatments – shower post practices for treatments
3. Please sign-in upon entering the clinic
4. Be and practice orderly and polite conduct
5. Respect other’s privacy
6. Take responsibility for your health care – please ask questions when you don’t understand
7. Please turn off cell phones or put them on silent
8. The clinic is a medical facility where the public is also seen, it is not a social lounge.
� Service Provide to Resident Student-Athletes
� Access to Board Certified Sports Medicine Physician weekly in USOEC clinic and daily at OSAM.
Physician visits are fee (charges will be incurred) for service and billed to your insurance. Make sure your
insurance information and card are on file at the MGH/USOEC clinic.
� Pre-participation physical exam annually at start of school year at no cost
� Evaluation by Certified Athletic Trainer in clinic or at practice M-F at no cost
� Emergency coverage at USOEC practices M-F by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost
� Treatment and rehabilitation of minor injuries and illnesses by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost
� Graston Technique Services if applicable and time available
� Other sports science services identified by your coach, NGB, and agreed upon by MGH
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� Service Provide to Facility Use Athletes
� Access to Board Certified Sports Medicine Physician weekly in USOEC clinic
and daily at OSAM. Physician visits are fee (charges will be incurred) for
service and billed to your insurance. Make sure your insurance information
and card are on file at MGH/USOEC clinic.
� Pre-participation physical exam annually at start of school year at no cost
� Evaluation by Certified Athletic Trainer in clinic or at practice M-F at no cost
� Emergency evaluation of injuries at USOEC practices by Certified Athletic Trainer at no cost
� Access to ice for cryotherapy, taping, and self-directed rehab
� Pay per service for Graston Technique if applicable and time available
� SUBSTANCE ABUSE
To be consistent with the aims and objectives of a high performance sports program that also emphasizes academic
excellence, certain substances are NOT to be used. Consistent with this philosophy there will be no
drugs, except medications prescribed by a physician, no alcohol (including collecting bottles or cans),
no smoking, no chewing tobacco or snuff, and to preserve a healthy environment, no burning of
incense in the rooms. Violation of this policy may result in your immediate expulsion from the
resident program. Please do not jeopardize your athletic career by making poor lifestyle decisions.
LIVING ENVIRONMENT
Meyland Hall, named after Gunther Meyland, professor of English for 37 years,
opened in 1966. In the summer of 2006, Meyland Hall received an extensive
renovation of all floors. The cost to renovate the hall was approximately $6 million. With
the new look and furnishings, there are new policies and rules for how the USOEC programs use the 3 rd
floor.
� Proper Use of Residence Hall Space
Given the new changes to Meyland, how we use the building and its furnishings has changed as well.
Here are the changes and expectations for care of this building:
� No exercise equipment can be used or stored in the TV lounges, study rooms or sun rooms
� No bikes are allowed in common areas such as hallways, TV lounges, sun-rooms or study rooms
� Nothing is to be taped, hung, stuck or attached to the wood doors
� Do not take any furniture from any commons area. All furniture must remain where it is!
NMU’s Housing Department has made a significant investment in this residence hall which will
improve your stay and comfort. We expect that everyone will do their part to maintain this
building for years to come.
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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment
� Front Desk Hours…can change without notice …. phone ext. 2078
Monday – Wednesday: 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 A.M.
Thursday- Friday: 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 A.M.
Saturday: Noon – 3:00 A.M.
Sunday: Noon – 12:00 A.M.
� Desk Services:
* Registration/Check-in * Room Keys * Board games * Check-out
* Cleaning supplies * Mail/Postage * Movie rentals * Room Concerns
� Check-in:
At check-in, you should have been issued a room key and first time residents will also be issued a
temporary ID/meal card until we can activate your NMU ID card. All returning athletes should use their
NMU ID as with the previous year. Your ID/meal card must be presented for admittance to the dining
hall, NMU facilities, and USOEC facilities. A lost meal card will cost $15.00 and a lost room key costs
$20.00. A Resident Life Coordinator will ask each resident living on-campus to complete Housing’s
Room Inventory form (Appendix G) within two (2) days of your check-in.
� During Your Stay:
The USOEC’s presence on this campus is reliant on our ability to maintain positive relationships. It is an
expectation that every athlete respects, not only his or her space in their room, but also the space in the
halls and the lounges. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate use of furniture, walls and bulletin
boards. It is also expected that you will respect your fellow athletes’ and NMU students’ need for rest
and recovery, studying, and privacy.
�Room Changes:
All room changes must be approved in advance by your head coach and the USOEC. NMU’s Housing
department requires all room changes to be documented for security, official records, and mail purposes.
There is a sample room change form in the Appendix (H) for your review.
� Check-out:
All residents must properly checkout with the Meyland Hall front desk or an RLC at the conclusion of the
program year or whenever you officially leave the program ~ having a room-mate does not change this
requirement! If you fail to properly checkout, you will be charged a minimum fee of $75. Failure to
schedule an appointment to have your room inspected may result in a charge for “improperly” checking
out. Additional cleaning, if necessary, will be a separate charge from the “improper” checkout charge.
To properly check-out please follow these simple steps:
1) Notify your coach, coordinator and Operations Manager that you are leaving.
2) Set up an appointment with an RLC at least two (2) days before you leave.
3) Clean your room ~ sweep, dust, mop, clean your sink and shower, fridge &clean all walls.
4) Turn in your room key and ID card to the Meyland Hall Front Desk or an RLC.
5) Complete NMU Housing’s Contract Termination Form (Appendix I).
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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont
� Resident Life Coordinators:
The USOEC housing floor will be staffed by Resident Life Coordinators (RLC’s). The RLC’s are part of
the USOEC staff, and are responsible to ensure that the housing facility is running well. Each RLC will
perform daily rounds and are available for, and should be used, as a resource.
The RLC’s are also responsible for ensuring that the housing facility is quiet, safe, and comfortable for
athletes training to become Olympians. The RLC’s will work closely with each sport’s Dorm Liaison,
but if an RLC asks you to be quiet, you are expected to comply to their request immediately. The
following are the RLC’s names, room #’s, and phone #’s (subject to change):
Amber Lopota Name TBD
Room # 319 Room # TBD
Phone #4372 Phone # TBD
�Appropriate Noise Standards:
Quiet hours – 10:00 P.M. to 10:00 A.M. daily. During these hours, noise should not be heard
when your door is closed. Please be courteous to others in the building. Any Resident Sport’s
Dorm Liaison, Resident Life Coordinator, or a Meyland Hall RA may ask you to turn down your
music, television or simply ask you to quiet down. We appreciate your compliance to their request
and respect for their job responsibilities.
Courtesy hours – 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. This is a 12-hour period when everyone has a right to
sleep, study and be safe. At any time during the day someone may ask you to turn down your music,
television, or simply to quiet down. Please respect their rights.
� Curfews:
Curfews vary from sport to sport. The coach or coordinator who sets the curfew policy understands that
athletes need to keep reasonable hours and have adequate rest daily to be consistent with the
physiological principles of effective training. If curfew ends after the beginning of quiet hours, athletes
should be particularly sensitive to the rights of others to have a quiet environment as they are coming into
the building and entering the floor.
� Visitor Policy:
All overnight guests must be registered with the Resident Director. Guests must be registered one day in
advance. You are responsible for your guest knowing and abiding by all the rules of your NGB, USOEC,
& NMU. See an RLC for the registration form. Only guests of the same gender are permitted to stay
overnight.
Visitors are allowed in the athlete rooms or in the formal lounge area located near the check-in desk until
10:00 p.m. Quiet Hours begin at 10:00 p.m. and ALL visitors must leave the Olympic housing facility.
We know you have a choice in life and a choice in where you train. By choosing to train at the Olympic
Education Center you ARE choosing to follow the USOEC visitor policy and your individual sport’s
visitor policy, which can be more restrictive
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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont.
� Housekeeping Services:
A comforter, two sheets, one bath towel, one washcloth, and one pillowcase can be provided to each
resident at the USOEC who truly need these items. The USOEC cannot provide these items to all
student-athletes. Athletes are responsible for laundering their own sheets, towels, and clothing. If the
sheets, towels, and washcloth are issued, they are yours to keep. All other items are property of the
USOEC/NMU. Twice each year we will conduct room maintenance and safety inspections. It is your
responsibility to keep your room clean (sinks, toilet, shower, TV, fridge, etc).
� Personal Mail:
Your mailbox is located in the Meyland Hall lobby and corresponds with your room number. Your room
key opens your mailbox. Mail is distributed Monday through Saturday between 1:00 and 3:00 P.M.
Federal Express and special deliveries are made twice daily. Your address while at the USOEC is:
(Your Name)
Room # (insert # here) ~ Meyland Hall
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI 49855
� Telephones:
Each room is all ready set up for phone use. If you desire a phone please contact an RLC ~ there is a
limited supply. Local and on-campus calls are free of charge. Long distance calls may be made by using
NMU’s direct dial long distance, a calling card, or by calling collect.
� TV Rooms & Rules:
There are two (2) TV rooms on the 3 rd floor. TV rooms are for watching television programs and not for
viewing training videotapes. The choice of programming is to be made by a consensus of people in the
room. No training equipment, including bikes, is to be used or stored in these rooms. Cutting of hair is
not allowed in these areas as well. There is no overnight sleeping in the TV rooms or “sun rooms” at
any time.
� Refrigerators:
It is your responsibility to keep the fridge assigned to your room clean and sanitary. Failure to properly
clean your fridge may result in extra charges. If there is chronic abuse of the fridge, it will be removed
from the room permanently. Please clean it regularly.
� Laundry Rooms:
Washers and dryers are available free of charge to ONLY those who are officially assigned to a room on
the 3 rd floor of Meyland Hall. All unclaimed laundry may be collected and donated to charity. Be
responsible and courteous ~ take care of your clothes by checking your laundry often. Please do not
overload the machines. Ask questions if you are unsure of how to properly operate the machines. Report
any problems with the machines to the Front Desk.
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Meyland Hall’s Living Environment Cont.
� Valuables and Equipment Storage:
Valuables should be secured within your room. Always lock your door every time you leave your room,
and leave your screens in the windows. The USOEC is not responsible for any personal property that is
lost or stolen. The USOEC has very limited storage in Meyland. Please see an RLC if you have any
storage needs.
� Air Conditioners:
Air conditioners of any variety are not allowed in any residence hall, including the USOEC 3 rd floor.
� Weapons ~ Guns, Knives, etc:
ABSOLUTELY NO WEAPONS ARE ALLOWED ON-CAMPUS. NMU’s Public Safety
Department will store all weapons (guns, b.b. guns, airsoft guns, knives, bows, paint ball
guns, etc.). If you are found with an item determined to be a weapon, you may be
expelled from the program and university immediately; this includes weapons stored in
your vehicle.
�Single Rooms:
Single rooms will be issued on a sport-by-sport basis and as space permits. To request a single room
complete Appendix J and submit it to the USOEC Operations Manager.
�Parking at Meyland Hall:
All USOEC student-athletes living on- or off-campus must have their vehicle registered to park on
campus and pay the necessary annual fee of $140. No parking is allowed in Lot 9 (circle
lot behind Meyland). See page 14 for more information on parking.
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STEPS TO FOLLOW TO RESOLVE ON-FLOOR ON FLOOR ISSUES
When (not if) you encounter an issue with a teammate, fellow Olympic
resident or a NMU student, we suggest you resolve the issue calmly. Doing
so in person is typically the best and most effective approach. The flow chart
below is a graphic representation of how this may look.
Doesn’t
Work. Go
to next
step
Go to your
team’s Dorm
Liaison/Coach
to assist you
resolve the
issue
Issue Issue Arises Arises
(i.e., too too noisy, items in in hall,
inappropriate actions, etc)
You calmly
approach
other
person &
make your
concerns
known
You & Dorm
Liaison
approach
other
person to
discuss
issue
Doesn’t
Work. Go
to next
step
Go to RLC on-duty to
assist.
RLC’s will take the
necessary steps to
resolve issue or
document if if necessary
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Issue is
resolved
GOOD!
Issue is
resolved
GOOD!

FIRE SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Fire safety is a top priority of NMU. NMU has a list of procedures to be strictly
adhered to should a fire alarm be triggered in a residence hall area. NMU will conduct
fire drills as frequently as once a month.
� In case of a fire alarm YOU should:
a. Leave the building immediately ~ remember to take room key!
b. Evacuate the building using the exit closest to your room unless that exit is blocked by a staff
member, Public Safety officer, intense smoke, or fire. If the next nearest exit is blocked, use
another exit. If both exits are blocked, return to your room.
c. Do not stand in stairwells, entryways or in the lobby corridor (near the mailboxes).
d. Do not re-enter the hall until you are told to do so by a staff member.
� Additional Instructions:
a. Know your exit route and what to do if it is blocked.
b. Before leaving your room, test your door. If it is hot, use an alternate escape route. If cool,
open door cautiously. Close your door quickly if smoke or heat comes in. If the hall is clear
your usual exit route may be safe.
c. If you are trapped by fire, smoke, and/or heat:
1. Stop and THINK.
2. Close your door and seal off cracks with cloth or rags. Soak them if water is nearby.
3. Signal from your window and call Public Safety (NMU extension 2151) or 911.
4. If you are above the first floor, stay in your room next to the window. Do not jump out.
Staff will be circling the building at all times to check for entrapped persons; stay in
your room and signal. Fire department personnel will tell you what to do and provide
you with necessary assistance.
d. Smoke is your worst enemy. Smoke, heat and gases can choke and kill you after only a few
breaths. If you are caught in smoke get down and crawl.
e. If your clothing catches fire, drop and roll (rolling will smother the flames).
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USOEC Athlete Handbook
Appendix Listing
2012-2013
Required Forms to be Completed
A NMU/USOEC Athletic Code
B Housing/Behavioral Agreement Form
C USOEC’s Athlete Biography
D Criminal History/Background (within athlete application)
E Release of Information (within athlete application)
Reference Forms
F Departure Form
G Housing’s Room Inventory Form
H Housing’s Room Change Form
I Housing’s Contract Termination Form

1.1 Philosophy
Northern Michigan University &
United States Olympic Education Center
Athletic Code
Student athletes training at the United States Olympic Education Center are guests of Northern Michigan
University. The university provides aid to these student athletes in the form of a waiver of out-of-state
tuition fees, use of training facilities, and other academic and athletic services. In exchange for these
privileges, USOEC student athletes are expected to reflect high standards on all levels: social, academic,
and athletic.
1.2 Purpose
1.2.1 The purpose of this publication is:
1.3 Definitions
Appendix A
.01 To inform the USOEC student athletes, the United States Olympic Committee,
participating National Governing Bodies, and the Northern Michigan University
community of acceptable standards of behavior for USOEC student athletes:
.02 To outline a process to evaluate USOEC student athlete behavior that is considered
unacceptable:
.03 To allow for the imposition of disciplinary action against a USOEC student athlete
whose behavior is not acceptable.
1.3.1 The term "USOEC student athlete" is defined at those student athletes accepted by the
NGB, the USOC, and NMU as resident athletes training at the United States Olympic
Education Center at Northern Michigan University.
1.3.2 Unacceptable behavior is defined as any behavior that violates the NMU Student code, the
USOEC Athlete Handbook, and/or local, state, or federal laws.
1.3.3 Criminal activity is defined as felony level offenses: or serious misdemeanor level
offenses which include, but are not limited to, criminal activity that involves violence,
assaultive behavior, stalking behavior, sexual assault, and drug or alcohol offenses.
1.3.4 The USOEC Athletic Code Violation review committee will consist of the USOEC
Director, Director of Public Safety, and the Dean of Students, or their designees.

1.4 Scope
Student athletes whose behavior does not meet acceptable standards expected of USOEC student
athletes will be subject to review by the USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee.
1.4.1 All USOEC resident athletes will be given a copy of the USOEC Athlete Handbook and the
NMU Student Code, All athletes will be required to sign a document indicating that they
understand that participating in the USOEC program is a privilege and they agree to the
standards of behavior outlined in the Athlete Handbook and Student Code,
1.4.2 All student athletes will be required to acknowledge that they are under obligation, as a
condition of their participation in the USOEC program, to immediately self-report any
violations of the USOEC Athletic Code to their coach or the USOEC Director. Failure to
self-report any violations of the Athletic Code will subject the student athlete to possible
disciplinary action by the USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee.
1.4.3 Any action taken pursuant to the USOEC Athletic code will be considered separate and
distinct from any action that may be taken by the university's Dean of Students office, the
NGB, the USOC, or any action taken by law enforcement or criminal justice agencies
against the student athlete.
1.4.4 All USOEC student athletes will be subject to review under the USOEC Athletic Code if the
athlete:
1.5 Procedures
.01 Is in violation of Northern Michigan University's Student Code,
.02 Is in violation of the USOEC's Athlete Handbook,
APPENDIX A
USOEC Athletic Code, Page 2
.03 Has committed criminal activity that consists of an act or acts prohibited under
municipal, state or federal law as defined in this document.
1.5.1 The USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee will either confer or hold a
meeting or review and investigate all alleged violations of this code pursuant to sections
1.4.4.01-.03 above. Members of the committee shall initiate the review process upon
becoming aware of an alleged violation. The committee should confer or meet within three
working days of becoming aware of the alleged violation.
1.5.2 Coaches shall notify the USOEC Director of all alleged violations of the USOEC Athletic
Code on becoming aware of the alleged violations.

1.5.3 The USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee after conferring or meeting to review an
alleged violation of the USOEC Athletic Code should receive input from the coach or any other
party who has relevant information that is pertinent to the alleged violation of the USOEC Athletic
Code.
1.5.4 Once alleged charges are resolved, the USOEC Athletic Code Violation Committee shall review the
outcome of the charges to determine the appropriate University response or action.
1.5.5 The USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee shall determine the disciplinary action or
penalty to be imposed on the student athlete including but not limited to partial or permanent
revocation of support and use of campus facilities and services.
1.5.6 In the event that the USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee cannot reach consensus as
to what action to take on an alleged violation of the USOEC Athletic Code, the matter will be
referred to the Associate Vice President for Recreation and Athletics to determine what action, if
any, should be taken against the student athlete.
1.5.7 The USOEC Director shall provide notice of disciplinary action taken by the USOEC Athletic
Violation Review Committee to the Associate Vice President for Recreation and Athletics, the
student athlete's coach, the USOC, and the appropriate NGB within two business days. It will also
be the USOEC Director's responsibility to notify the student athlete of any disciplinary action taken
by the USOEC Athletic Code Violation Review Committee.
1.5.8 Student athletes may appeal disciplinary action taken by the USOEC Athletic Code Violation
Review Committee within 72 hours to the Associate Vice President for Recreation and Athletics, or
in cases decided by the Associate Vice President, to the Vice President for Finance and
Administration.
� � � � � � � � � � � � �
Student Athlete’s Printed Name: _________________________________________
Student Athlete’s Signature: ____________________________________________
Today’s Date: ____/____/____
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Meyland 3 rd Floor Participants
HOUSING AGREEMENT/BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES
PREFACE
Meyland Hall, the U.S. Olympic Education Center's (USOEC) residence hall, has been designated as a
unique living environment to provide student athletes with the opportunity to develop and maintain a living
environment based upon common interest in academic and athletic excellence, mutual support and
encouragement, and an atmosphere conducive for studying, training, and resting. To facilitate the
development and maintenance of such an environment, the University agrees to hire staff that are
supportive of this concept and to allow only those student athletes who understand, agree to, and meet the
provisions for this agreement to live in Meyland Hall. This agreement is intended to ensure that the
residents of Meyland Hall, the USOEC staff, University staff, and other interested parties know and
understand the unique purpose for this living environment and the special conditions for living in Meyland
Hall.
CONDITIONS
Since I voluntarily choose to live in Meyland Hall because of its unique designation, I agree to support and
participate in USOEC programs intended to contribute to my academic/athletic advancement and to enrich my
educational/athletic experiences to the degree that I can. I also agree to conduct myself in a manner that contributes
to the principles stated above and reflects credit upon me, my sport, the USOEC, and Northern Michigan University.
I will do so by:
1. Abiding by the regulations and administrative policies stated in the University’s Student Code.
2. Not having any unauthorized visitors in my room or in any 3 rd floor common area in Meyland Hall after
10:00 PM seven days a week.
3. Conducting myself in a manner that does not negatively impact the University.
I also fully understand that as a USOEC student athlete I will have additional obligations as a representative of NMU.
Since NMU and the State of Michigan are major financial partners in the USOEC program, I understand and agree to
abide by the University's Student Code and other rules/expectations established by NMU. I also understand and
accept that I may be removed from the USOEC resident program or subject to other disciplinary action if, in the
judgment of the USOEC and/or NMU officials, any of my actions negatively impact the reputation of NMU.
ROOM SEARCHES/INSPECTIONS
The USOEC staff and NMU reserve the right to enter, search, and inspect a resident athlete's residential facility
(dorm room) in order to maintain university property, ensure the resident athlete's health and safety, and preserve a
disciplined educational atmosphere. I also understand that any violation of the specific conditions of this agreement
in which it is alleged that I was involved will be discussed with the USOEC and will be handled through normal
USOEC and/or University channels. I further understand that I may be required to move out of Meyland Hall into
another University resident hall and required to forfeit all USOEC privileges if I am found to have been in violation
of the specific conditions of this agreement.
� � � � � � � � � � � � �
Athlete's Signature: _____________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___
Athlete’s Printed Name: _________________________________
Appendix B
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USOEC Athlete Biography
Name: Hometown Newspaper:
Height: (Circle) Northern Michigan University or Marquette
High
Weight: Class Status:
Birth Date: Major:
Hometown: Expected Graduation Year:
______ Year at the USOEC Cell Phone Number:
Email: Motto or quote you live by:
Life Goals: (list three)
-
-
-
Fun Facts/Personal: (list three)
-
-
-
Competition History: (Use back if necessary)
Name of Event: Location:
Result/Place
Appendix C

Northern Michigan University
For USOEC Program Athletes
ALL APPLICANTS (on- or off-campus) NEED TO COMPLETE
Past Behavior/Criminal Activity Northern Michigan University reserves the right to determine at its discretion that past
behavior and/or criminal activity on the part of an applicant for University housing or other services is such that the interests of
the University, students, and/or the applicant would be best served if the applicant was not permitted to live on campus.
There are two questions in this regard on the application. A student who answers ‘yes’ to either question must send a full
statement of relevant facts with appropriate documentation from either the school or the court that adjudicated the charges to the
USOEC Director, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI 49855-5301 no later than 10 days prior to the first day of
classes and prior to moving into University housing - if applicable. If any ‘no’ answer changes to ‘yes’ after this form is
submitted, but prior to the applicant’s moving into University housing, the student must submit the statement of relevant facts
within three days of the event(s) which resulted in the change and prior to moving into University housing. The applicant’s
statement and documentation will be handled confidentially.
A student who answers ‘yes’ to either question will not be assigned to University housing and may not be approved for
any USOEC program until a determination of the applicant’s eligibility is made following a review of the statement and
documentation by the appropriate university representatives. The student will be notified of the decision in writing. Any
false statement in this regard may lead to a rejection of the USOEC residency or immediate termination of the student’s
right to live in the residence hall.
Behavioral/Criminal History
1. Have you ever been suspended or expelled from any secondary school, college, or university for a semester or
more due to inappropriate behavior involving drugs (other than alcohol), theft, violence (assault, assault and
battery, criminal sexual conduct, stalking, etc.), arson, threats against people or property, etc.?
____ Yes ____ No
2. Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty or no contest to any criminal offense involving drugs (other
than alcohol), theft, violence (assault, assault and battery, criminal sexual conduct, stalking, etc.), arson,
threats against people or property, etc., or been found to be delinquent by a juvenile court for any such
offense(s), or are there such charges pending against you at this time? ____ Yes ____ No
If you answered ‘yes’ to either question, you will not be assigned to University housing until your eligibility is
determined. You must send a full statement of relevant facts with appropriate court documentation to the USOEC
Director, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI 49855-5301 no later than 10 days prior to the first day of
classes and prior to moving into University housing. If either of your ‘no’ answers changes to a ‘yes’ after you have
submitted this form but prior to your moving into University housing, you must submit the statement of relevant facts
within three days of the event(s) which resulted in that change prior to your moving into University housing. Your
statement and any documentation you provide will be treated confidentially.
By signing this application, I declare that my responses are true and complete and authorize staff from NMU to
verify the information as necessary. I understand that any false statement on this application regarding my previous
behavior or criminal history can lead to rejection of my application or immediate termination of my residence hall
privileges and/or any USOEC program.
Print Name: ________________________________________________
Appendix D
Signature __________________________________________________ Date: ____/_____/_____
The completion of this form is a requirement for acceptance into USOEC Programs

RELEASE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Completion of this form is a condition of acceptance into programs at the USOEC
Student-Athlete Authorization/Consent for
Releasing Non-Public Information Relative to
Athletics Participation at the U.S. Olympic Education Center at NMU
I, __________________________________________ hereby authorize the U.S. Olympic Education
Center and its staff to release any information, photography, motion picture, or other image relative to my
participation in a programs at Northern Michigan University and the USOEC to the news/media. This
includes individual local, regional, national and international awards and/or team awards. My signature
below indicates that I have read, understood, and agreed to the provisions outlined above.
Student-Athlete Authorization/Consent for
Disclosure of Personal Information to Named People
for Determining my Athletic Eligibility, Financial Aid Status and Matters of Conduct
I, __________________________________________ hereby authorize the U.S. Olympic Education
Center and its staff to discuss my personal information in regards to my athletics eligibility, financial aid
status and matters of conduct to the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC), my sport’s National Governing
Body (NGB), and the following organizations and/or people for the purpose of athletics eligibility and in
matters of corrective initiatives where and when personal or team conduct is in question.
Name of Organization Relationship:
Name of Organization Relationship:
Name of Person(s) Relationship:
This authorization/consent expires October 1 st of the following year from the date of my signature
below.
/ /
Printed Name of Student-Athlete Signature Date
The completion of this form is a requirement for acceptance into USOEC Programs
Appendix E

DEPARTURE NOTIFICATION & TRANSPORTATION REQUEST
DEPARTURE INFORMATION:
I, ___________________________________________, will be leaving the USOEC/NMU and Marquette
on ______/______/______ and will return to Marquette on ______/______/______.
month day year month day year
Phone number where driver or USOEC can contact while you are traveling: (______) _________________
Purpose of Travel: ____________________________________________________________________
(list sports specific event, camp or competition you are traveling to –information needed for USOC reporting)
� Athlete’s Signature: _________________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___
� Coach’s Signature: __________________________________________ Today’s Date: ___/___/___
TRANSPORTATION REQUESTED: _____ Yes _____ No
Airport or Bus Station? (Please check one)
Departure: Date ___/___/___ Time __________ a.m./p.m. Airline ________ Flight # ______
Destination City:__________________________ Amount of Luggage:___________________
Return: Date ___/___/___ Time __________ a.m./p.m. Airline ________ Flight # ______
Originating City:__________________________ Amount of Luggage:___________________
A minimum of 48 HOURS notice is required for all transportation requests
Appendix F
48 Hours
Required to
Process

Appendix G

Appendix I
Appendix H