As a student athlete, I am a representative of the University of Manitoba and as such, I am expected to conduct myself at all times in an appropriate manner. Poor conduct and other such inappropriate behaviour reflects upon Bison Sports and the University.

 

As a student athlete at the University of Manitoba my personal conduct reflects upon the sport I play, my teammates, opponents, coaches, university supporters and myself. To be a student athlete at the University of Manitoba is to accept and adopt the concepts of fair play, respect, dignity, enjoyment and honour in all aspects of my sport participation.

 

I will conduct myself in a manner in which my behaviour will not be considered a form of harassment, including comments and/or conduct which is insulting, intimidating, hurtful, malicious, degrading or otherwise offensive to an individual or group of individuals, or which creates an uncomfortable environment. As such, I agree to respect my fellow teammates by adhering to and upholding principles of not engaging in any form of hazing or any form of sexist, racist or discriminatory language and or behaviour.

 

I will refrain from the use of alcohol or illegal drugs during competition, during practice, in accommodations provided for my team on overnight trips, and while traveling to and from competition. At all other times, I will ensure the responsible use of alcohol and refrain from the use of illegal drugs.

 

I will respect all facilities of the University of Manitoba and any institution that I visit as a Bison Athlete. I will keep facilities clean and take responsibility for any damage that I create. 

 

As a student athlete it is my responsibility to respect the officials that officiate at all events, tournaments or games and I am aware that there is zero tolerance towards disrespectful treatment of officials.

 

I am responsible for ensuring that my behavior positively represents the University of Manitoba while occupying accommodations or in transit to and from competition, team functions or Bison Sports events. I am aware that I am personally responsible for any damages or charges that are assessed to the room in which I have been assigned. 

 

I am responsible for ensuring that my behavior positively represents the University of Manitoba while on or off campus including but not limited to on-campus housing (regardless of being a resident or a guest) and local night clubs and bars.    

 

I am responsible for any fines or charges that the University of Manitoba, Bison Sports or my team incurs due to my conduct. I am also responsible to clear all holds placed on my student record.

 

I am also aware that Bison Sports (University of Manitoba) is unequivocally opposed to the use of any banned or restricted substances or methods in contravention of the rules of National or International Sport Federations, the International Olympic Committee or Federation International du Sport Universitaire. As a student athlete I am also aware that Bison Sports (University of Manitoba) is equally opposed to any encouragement of the use of such substances and methods by individuals in positions of leadership in amateur sport (i.e. coaches, managers, medical practitioners, sport scientists, administrators, etc.) or by other student athletes themselves.

 

Finally, I am aware that as a student athlete at the University of Manitoba, failure to adhere to the Bison Sports Code of Conduct could result in, but not limited to any or all of the following sanctions: