AD Athletic Director Student-Athlete Welfare & Development

Question 1

Which federal law protects the privacy of student-athletes' academic and medical records?

Accepted Answer

FERPA

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Title IX

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ADA

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HIPAA

Question 2

What is the primary goal of a student-athlete academic support program?

Accepted Answer

To provide tutoring, advising, and study resources that help athletes balance academics and sport

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To reduce the number of athletes on academic probation by falsifying grades

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To track GPAs for eligibility purposes only

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To provide scholarships to top performers

Question 3

What does 'student-athlete mental health' support most commonly include in athletic programs?

Accepted Answer

Access to counseling services, mental health screenings, and destigmatization initiatives

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Mandatory drug testing

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Increased practice hours to reduce idle time

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Mandatory social media monitoring

Question 4

Which organization sets eligibility standards for student-athletes at the collegiate level in the US?

Accepted Answer

NCAA

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USOC

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NFHS

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USTA

Question 5

An Athletic Director learns a student-athlete is struggling with food insecurity. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Connect the student-athlete with campus food assistance resources and notify appropriate student services staff

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Ignore it as outside the scope of athletics

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Report the student-athlete to the coach only

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Reduce the athlete's scholarship as a motivational measure

Question 6

What is a student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC) designed to do?

Accepted Answer

Provide student-athletes a voice in decisions affecting their experience and welfare

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Manage athletic department finances

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Recruit new athletes to the school

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Replace the role of coaching staff in team management