All individuals who perform work for the University of Miami, whether they are full-time or part- time employees, or volunteers, are considered institutional staff members. As institutional staff members, we are obligated to comply with NCAA and institutional policies regarding collegiate athletics and student-athletes.

With this shared representation comes a shared responsibility that we all owe to the University of Miami, and thus to each other, too. This shared duty includes a responsibility to act ethically and to hold ourselves and our colleagues accountable for the high standards associated with honesty and sportsmanship.

As a University of Miami employee, coach, student-athlete, or student, we all share the responsibility of reporting unethical conduct to ensure our NCAA eligibility as a Division I member-institution. To truly be accountable for such a responsibility, we must show selflessness and maturity. This is an issue of protecting the reputation of the University, and most importantly protecting your reputation.

As always, your efforts to help the University of Miami maintain a culture of compliance are greatly appreciated. For more compliance information, follow the UM Athletics Department on Twitter (@UCompliance), like them on Facebook (www.facebook.com/UCompliance), or contact them via email, [email protected].