The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics implements Student-Athlete Development Programs designed to support and enhance the personal and professional success of student athletes outside of their sport. Topics include, but are not limited to, mental health, sexual violence prevention, transfer requirements, strength & conditioning, nutrition, financial literacy, career preparation, and NIL.
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
Youngstown State University Intercollegiate Athletics Department believes the student-athlete experience is essential to its mission. In order to assist in accomplishing this mission, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is available to all student-athletes.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Youngstown State University's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is:
- To promote efficient communication between the Athletic Administration and the student-athlete population regarding areas that impact the student's athletic, academic, and personal well-being; and
- To actively encourage more involvement of student-athletes in campus and community projects; and
- To encourage unity, common purpose and camaraderie between teams and among all athletes in the athletic program; and
- To establish a relationship with student government.
