For any questions regarding NCAA Compliance, please contact:
Michelle Bowman
Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance
mgbowman@butler.edu
(317) 940-9651
Melinda McCormick
Assistant Director, Compliance and Academics
mmccormick@butler.edu
(317) 940-8857
Anya Housholder
Assistant Director of Compliance and Academics
ahousholder@butler.edu
(317) 940-6170
Butler University Athletics Compliance Mission
Butler University Athletics Compliance pursues total NCAA Compliance in an environment that is open, trusting and non-threatening. Through the help of the BIG EAST and NCAA, student-athletes will be able to ensure their eligibility and enjoy the collegiate experience. Not only are understanding the rules important, but also realizing the benefits of sport and sportsmanship. Below are guidelines and information that might help to understand the NCAA Rules and Regulations for Prospective and Current Student-Athletes, as well as Coaches, Administrators, Faculty/Staff and Boosters/Fans. Any questions about the information presented can be addressed to Michelle Bowman, Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance.
Information for Current Student-Athletes
Complying with NCAA Rules and Regulations is important to ensure eligibility for all student-athletes and it is important to have a basic knowledge of the rules so your eligibility is not threatened. If a situation arises that seems questionable ALWAYS ASK FIRST!! Feel free to ask Michelle Bowman, Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance, to ensure everything is fine and your eligibility is not in jeopardy. Below are some links to improve your basic knowledge of NCAA guidelines.
Information for Prospective Student-Athletes
For information on Initial Eligibility, Recruiting, Amateurism Issues, Financial Aid, the National Letter of Intent and other important information on becoming a student-athlete, Click Here (PDF)
- For a list of drugs and drug classes banned by the NCAA, Click Here
- To see a list of questions and answers regarding initial eligibility, Click Here
Information for Representatives of Athletics Interests, Alumni & Friends
- Butler University is committed to upholding the letter and spirit of NCAA legislation. Part of this commitment includes educating "representatives of athletics interests" (i.e. friends and alumni) about the NCAA rules and regulation concerning them. Please take a few minutes and review the Booster Brochure in PDF Format
. If you have questions regarding your role as a supporter of Butler Athletics, contact the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance.
Information for Coaches
