Who are we?
• The Jackson State Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is an organization of student-athlete representatives from each of the Varsity sport teams at Jackson State University.
Our Purpose
• The purpose of the SAAC is to provide a bridge between the student-athletes and the Jackson State Community; undertake projects which will benefit student-athletes and the community; to be a student-athlete voice to the athletic administration; and to represent Jackson State University student-athletes and what they stand for.
How to become a member of SAAC?
• Must be a member of one of Jackson State University's athletic teams
Jackson State University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Constitution
SAAC Constitution
In May of 2016, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee adopted a constitution.
Article I. Name
The Jackson State Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is an organization of student-athlete representatives from each of the Varsity sport teams at Jackson State University.
Article II. Purpose
The purpose of the SAAC is to provide a bridge between the student-athletes and the Jackson State Community; undertake projects which will benefit student-athletes and the community; to be a student-athlete voice to the athletic administration; and to represent Jackson State University student-athletes and what they stand for.
Article III. Membership
A. The membership of the SAAC will be composed of two official voting representatives from each Jackson State University Men's and Women's varsity sport. The representatives will act as liaisons between the SAAC and each of the varsity sports.
B. Additional Members from varsity teams may be present at the meetings, but will not receive a vote.
C. In the event that a representative terminates his/her participation on a varsity team, the representative may continue to attend meetings and relay information to the ex-teammates, but must relinquish his/her official status as a SAAC representative immediately and delegate that responsibility to a current teammate.
Article IV. Attendance
A. It is the duty of each representative to attend all monthly meetings throughout their term of participation in the SAAC.
B. If a representative cannot attend meetings regularly, the responsibility will be delegated to another teammate.
Article V. Organizational Structure
A. The President and Vice President will preside over the meetings and be the spokespersons for the SAAC.
B. Sub-Committees will be constructed at the discretion of the President/Vice-President. The following duties should be incorporated into a committee in some way:
1. Community Service- Organize all community service projects for the SAAC.
2. Athlete Services- Organize projects to aid fellow student-athletes.
3. Campus Relations-Stimulate interaction with the greater Jackson State Community.
4. Spirit- Oversee the Brother/Sister team program and increase support and sportsmanship at athletic competitions.
5. Correspondence- Communicate the SAAC's goals to the Jackson State community, keep student-athletes informed about the SAAC's activities and make sure all SAAC's representatives know about all meetings and important events.
C. the Committees must be formed at or two week after the first meeting of each academic year.
D. Each of the SAAC representatives must serve on at least one committee.
Article VI Elections
A. All officers will be elected in the fall of the academic year in which they will preside.
Article VII Officers
A. President
B. Vice-President
C. Treasurer
D. Secretary
E. SGA Representative
F. Campus Activities Board Representative
G. Committee Chairs and Co-Chairs
H. Athletic Department Liaison
Article VIII. Meetings
A. Meetings will take place monthly in a central location agreed upon by the board.
B. The first meeting of each semester should occur no later than the third week of classes.
C. It is the officers' duty to make sure that all representatives are informed about the meetings well in advance.
Article IX. Amendment Procedures
A .These articles may be amended by a two thirds vote of the total membership.
B. An amendment must be proposed in writing at least one meeting before it is voted on.
Article X Non-Discrimination Statement
We will not discriminate upon age, sex, race, or religion.
A. Candidates can be nominated by the representatives of the SAAC in the month prior to the election. Late nominations on the day of the elections are allowed.
B. To be eligible a candidate must:
1. Have been a member of SAAC for at least one year
2. Be present on campus and a member of his/her respective team for the entire year of the term.
