Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Mission Statement
The mission of the Northeastern University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is to provide a vehicle for effective communication between student-athletes and the athletics administration; provide leadership opportunities; create a sense of community within the athletics department; encourage participation in University programs; promote a positive student-athlete image on campus; engage student-athletes in programs that reinforce athletics department ideals of Classroom Success, Community Involvement, and Competitive Excellence; and promote the overall development of the student-athlete as a person in order to enhance the student-athlete experience.
2010 Student-Athlete Handbook (
PDF)
SAAC Meeting Schedule (coming soon!)
Some SAAC events include:
•
Husky Wish Gift
• CAA Red Cross Annual Blood Drive
• Annual VBT (Volleyball Tournament)
• Public Service Announcements
• Community Service Events
• PAWS visits to local Boston Public Schools
• Dodge-ball Tournament
• Student-Athlete Date Auction to benefit local charities
• Annual NU Toy Drive
• Providing Athletes With Support (P.A.W.S.)
• And working on any issues or events the students want to see and plan
Student-athletes can find more information about SAAC membership and events by logging into
blackboard.neu.edu.
