Introduction
The NCAA is highly committed to the academic and personal success of student-athletes. As part of this commitment, member institutions provide life skills support in the areas of academics, athletics, personal development and career development. In this assignment, you will research athletic websites for NCAA Division I or Division II institutions to analyze and evaluate the student-athlete specific academic and support services.
Activity Instructions
Directions: Please select one NCAA institution to research online and write a 4-5 double-spaced page analysis (in addition to cover and reference pages) in proper APA style, of the student-athlete academic and support services that are provided.
This link to the University of Oklahoma Athlete Academic Services Webpage is an example of what you should be looking to evaluate with the school that you choose.
You should frame your paper around the following sections in your analysis of the institution’s commitment to student-athlete success:
• Athletic Program Overview
• Academic Services
• Student Life Services
• Support Services
• Personal Development Services
• Career Services
• Conclusion
• References
Course Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4
1. Discuss the functions athletic programs contribute to higher education organizations.
2. Identify and explain philosophies of athletic program management.
3. Identify the special financial concerns in managing athletic programs at the university level.
4. Explain models of security for the internal and external management of athletic events.