The University of Mississippi Athletics
What Ole Miss Compliance Does
12/8/2010 | Compliance
Dec. 8, 2010
The University of Mississippi is a member of the NCAA and the Southeastern Conference. Member institutions are obligated to comply with the rules of each governing organization. Infractions can result in a wide range of penalties.
The mission of the Compliance Office is to assist administrators, alumni, coaches, staff, student-athletes, and prospects through educational programs and oversight. The Compliance Office monitors actions relating to employment of athletic personnel, amateurism, eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, awards/benefits/services, practice activities, etc.
The Compliance Office submits special and annual reports to the NCAA and SEC confirming the University has satisfied its Division I membership requirements. These reports are a prerequisite for the University to participate in championship events and receive revenue from the NCAA and SEC.
The Compliance Office administers an NCAA grant program which directly benefits student-athletes. This fund provides financial assistance to student-athletes for financial needs which are beyond what an athletic scholarship can provide. Examples include clothing, media/dental care, transportation home, etc.
Since the University is responsible for the actions of its alumni and supporters, listed below are a few rule reminders:
• Boosters may not be involved in the athletic recruitment of prospects (i.e., no personal contact, correspondence, or telephone calls).
• Boosters may provide an "occasional home meal" to a student-athlete provided the meal is served in the home.
• Student-athletes are not permitted to sell their complimentary admission passes to anyone regardless of price.
• Student-athletes may not be provided any benefit not available to other students on the same basis.
• Student-athletes may be employed, but the employer and student-athlete must sign an agreement which is on file in the athletics department.
• Coaches are not permitted to assist HS/JC athletic programs with fund raising activities
• Student-athletes may assist in fund raising activities only for non-profit and charitable organizations provided the organization has signed an agreement on file in the athletics department.
Your support of the University and its commitment to rules compliance is appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact us or visit the OleMissSports.com compliance website.
