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Compliance
Dear Alumni, Faculty, and Friends: Two of the most important cornerstones of the Villanova University Athletics program are the loyalty and enthusiasm of the Wildcat fans. The Villanova Athletics Department appreciates your wonderful support which stimulates and encourages our student-athletes and energizes the entire Athletics Department.
However, we must be cautious not to let our enthusiasm for athletics lead us into conflict with the specific rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, The Big East Conference, the Atlantic 10 Conference, the Patriot League, the Colonial Athletic Association, and Villanova University. The NCAA's definition of "a representative of the University's athletics interests" is very broad and encompasses many, if not all, of the individuals who regularly attend our athletics events. If you fall into this category, there are a number of activities regarding contact with student-athletes and prospective student-athletes that could put the University at risk of receiving NCAA sanctions. We have summarized the applicable NCAA rules in a pamphlet. Please take time to read it carefully, and should you have any questions, please call our Office of Athletics Compliance at (610) 519-5305. The University is charged with the responsibility to exercise "institutional control" of its athletics interests, and we are committed to maintaining the kind of responsible program in which all of us can take great pride. You are a valuable part of the Villanova Athletics family and we truly value the role you play. Thank you for your loyal support of Villanova Athletics.
Sincerely,
Institutional ControlInstitutional control of athletics is a fundamental requirement of NCAA legislation. The NCAA Constitution mandates that each institution shall be responsible for ensuring that members of the institution's staff, student-athletes and other individuals or groups representing the institution's athletics interest comply with applicable Association rules. This brochure is intended to provide you with basic information concerning NCAA rules that apply to a "representative of the University's athletics interests." The brochure highlights rules concerning situations encountered by alumni, faculty and friends of Villanova University. Because of the complexity of NCAA rules, this brochure does not include all applicable situations and should not be relied upon exclusively. If you have any questions concerning your interaction with prospective or enrolled student-athletes, please direct your inquiry to:
Office of Compliance
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