Student Athlete Code of Conduct
WLU Non Academic Student Code of Conduct
Wilfrid Laurier University (Laurier) and the Department of Athletics & Recreation support and enforce the Non-Academic Student Code of Conduct (Code). At Laurier the purpose of the Non-Academic Student Code of Conduct (Code) is to promote an environment consistent with the overall educational goals, mission, and vision of our University and department. As such, students are regarded as responsible adults with rights and responsibilities as learners and citizens within our community. This Code seeks to balance student success with the well-being of the community by encouraging participatory processes, informal resolution, and providing educational opportunities whenever appropriate. However, when necessary due to unacceptable conduct, discipline will be imposed in accordance with the processes outlined in the Code to maintain safe and enjoyable conditions for learning. The responsibility of the student athlete is to remember they are representing Laurier at all times and to embody the values and characteristics expected of this leadership role.
The goal of student conduct administration at Laurier is to provide students, through their experiences in the student conduct process, an opportunity to repair harm while learning and developing in the following domains:
- Intellectual growth
- Clarified personal values
- Social responsibility
- Healthy behavior
Students are expected to model good citizenship, and to engage in responsible and respectful conduct which reflects positively on Laurier students, the University and the broader community. The following list sets out examples of prohibited conduct. It is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive:
- Disruption or Interference
- Contravention of University Regulation
- Misconduct Against Persons and Dangerous Activity
- Misconduct Involving Property
- Misrepresentation or False Information
- Aiding in the Commission of and Offence
- Misuse of Information Technology and Social Networking Applications
- Illegal Alcohol and Drug Use
- Improper Use of Dangerous Objects and Substances
- Abuse of the Student Conduct Process
Laurier Student Athlete Code of Conduct
- All WLU students are expected to understand that they must behave at all times in a manner consistent with the Wilfrid Laurier University Non Academic Student Code of Conduct (as outlined in the current Laurier academic Calendar), and will be subject to discipline under that Code if it is violated.
- The WLU Department of Athletics and Recreation requires that all student athletes conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the tradition of academic and athletic excellence and high values expected at Wilfrid Laurier University. While representing Laurier at any sanctioned event, including attendance at tournaments, invitational events, league events and other related functions, student athletes and team athletic staff shall conduct themselves in such a manner as to ensure that neither the team nor the University are brought into disrepute. The same applies to team practices and to team social activities.
- Generally, the Head Coach is responsible for the establishment and implementation of team rules, behavioral expectations, and team philosophy. The Department of Athletics and Recreation requires that all teams establish team goals and expectations of conduct that meet the requirements of the Student Code of Conduct, and are consistent with our commitment to academic and athletic excellence, and in no way detract from the reputation and image of Wilfrid Laurier University.
* For the purposes of the Code of Conduct a student athlete is defined as a Laurier student who has been selected to be a member of a interuniversity team competing in OCAA Conference or CCAA Championship play.
Student Athlete Behavioural Expectations
The Department of Athletics and Recreation expects all Laurier student athletes to adhere to the following Student Athlete Code of Conduct. Failure to adhere to the provisions laid out here will have serious consequences.
1. WLU student athletes are required to behave in a manner which reflects well on the image of Wilfrid Laurier University by treating teammates, opponents, officials, spectators, and the public in general with respect and consideration.
2. They must abide by all regulations of their sport as set out by the OCAA, CCAA, and the sport governing body.
3. They must conduct themselves properly in the true spirit of sport and sportsmanship in all situations.
4. They must not willfully damage the property of others, which would include, but is not limited to hotel rooms, facilities at Wilfrid Laurier University and other institutions, and transportation vehicles.
5. They must not consume alcohol or illegal/banned substances while en route to or from, or at, the site of athletic events/contests, in hotel rooms while participating in such athletic events/contests, or at practices. The consumption or possession of alcohol on Wilfrid Laurier University team transport is strictly prohibited.
6. They must treat others and themselves with respect and dignity, which includes, but is not limited to: refraining from all sexist, racist and discriminatory language and/or behaviour, including any behaviour prohibited by the Ontario Human Rights Code.
