Compliance

Statement of Compliance from Lewis University President, Brother James Gaffney, FSC:

As President of Lewis University, I welcome and accept having the ultimate responsibility to ensure that Lewis University becomes a model for all NCAA Division II institutions regarding compliance.  Our membership in the NCAA and in our athletic conferences requires that a very high level of compliance be achieved.  In addition, our Mission and our commitment to our student-athletes compel us to be exemplary in this regard, as in all other dimensions of University life.  This is our commitment and the basis for our compliance efforts.

My personal commitment is to remain proactively and consistently involved in overseeing the complete fulfillment of our compliance obligations, by asking challenging questions, being alert and responsive to early warning signs, and, I believe most importantly, ensuring that the University community as a whole realizes that compliance is a very high priority for all of us.

Compliance is a university-wide task requiring the coordination of many units and the daily vigilance of coaches, athletic staff and administrators.  I sincerely appreciate the collaborative efforts being expended throughout the University to help achieve our institutional compliance goals.

Br. James Gaffney, FSC

President

Lewis University Department of Athletics Philosophy:

The Intercollegiate Athletics program at Lewis University has been developed in the belief that properly administered intercollegiate sports are beneficial activities, which contribute to the physical, intellectual, and social experiences of the entire University community. Intercollegiate athletics should compliment the instructional and service programs of the University and therefore, must function within the framework of the University's overall goals.

In harmony with the stated mission of the University, the goals of intercollegiate athletics are to enhance the physical and intellectual abilities of those participating in the program, as well as to provide spectator benefits for the University community and the community at large. The intercollegiate athletics program recognizes that the goals of the general academic program should guide the activities of those responsible for the conduct of intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs must support, not detract from, the University's educational program.

Intercollegiate athletics is intended to provide students with opportunities to enhance their education, to represent their university, and to participate in athletics with developing skill and understanding. All undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in intercollegiate athletics as determined by their interests and capabilities. Participation in the program, however, is secondary to the academic obligation of students.

Remember one rule: ASK, BEFORE YOU ACT

 

LEWIS UNIVERSITY COMPLIANCE STAFF

Tim Gotto (815) 836-5612 Director of Compliance

Chris Carlsen (815) 836-5795 Compliance Assistant