TU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (TUSAAC)

Each academic year, the TU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (TUSAAC) is selected. The Director of Student Development for Athletics is the liaison for the athletic department and TU SAAC. This committee is comprised of student-athlete representatives (2) from all of The University of Tulsa's intercollegiate athletic programs. The purpose of the committee is to provide direct input into athletic department decisions that affect student-athletes. The committee meets twice each month during the academic year to talk with athletic administrators about issues of interest to student-athletes. The committee is also instrumental in coordinating the community outreach program for student-athletes. Student-athlete representatives volunteer and/or are selected by their head coach to participate.

2011-12 TU SAAC Representatives
Tim Peete, Men's Basketball
Taleya Mayberry, Women's Basketball
Sam Masters, Men's Cross Country
Chris O'Hare, Men's Cross Country
Erin Huddleston, Women's Cross Country
Lauren Collett, Women's Cross Country
Dexter McCoil, Football
Mark Mumford, Men's Golf
Sarah Elliot, Women's Golf
Arielle Tillou, Rowing
Catharine Brierre, Rowing
Carly Schmidt, Rowing
Jake Dobbins, Men's Soccer
Katie Bykowski, Women's Soccer
Jessica Stoekle, Softball
Kelsey Jabben, Spirit Squad
Tristan Jackson, Men's Tennis
Jo Karaitiana, Women's Tennis
Caroline Beaulieu, Women's Tennis
Caitlyn Dyche, Volleyball

Student-Athlete Affairs

The University of Tulsa believes that support services should be available to student-athletes that address the total needs of the individual. Balancing academics and athletics is challenging and requires effort. It is important for a student-athlete to remember that the same behaviors that are required for success in athletics, such as commitment, discipline, determination, and hard work are also necessary for academic, personal, and professional achievement. Support services offered by The University of Tulsa will provide the Student-Athlete with the opportunities that will allow them to become well-rounded individuals and experience success.

The University of Tulsa participates in the NCAA Student-Athlete Affairs Program. This program is designed to address the total development of student-athletes. Through the program, The University of Tulsa pledges to support student development and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience on this campus.

The University of Tulsa works with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to support development in five areas: academics, athletics, personal development, career development, and community service.

Commitment Statements:

• Academic Excellence: To support the academic progress of the student-athlete toward intellectual development and graduation.
• Athletic Excellence: To build philosophical foundations for the development of athletic programs that are broad-based, equitable, and dedicated to the well being of the student-athlete.
• Personal Development: To support the development of a well-balanced lifestyle for the student-athlete, encouraging emotional well being, personal growth, and decision-making skills.
• Career Development: To encourage the student-athlete to develop and pursue career and life goals.
• Community Service: To engage the student-athlete in service to his/her campus and surrounding communities.