STUDENT-ATHLETE ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) serves as a voice for all student-athletes at UNC. SAAC members represent their teams in a monthly forum to discuss ideas and issues pertinent to the success of the UNC Athletics program. This forum provides the representatives the opportunity to offer input regarding Life Skills programs, the student-athlete experience,
athletic department policies, conference regulations and NCAA legislations that impact student-athletes. SAAC helps to promote communication between administration, coaches and student-athletes. SAAC is composed of two appointed representatives from each athletic team and functions to build a better sense of community among all the athletic teams. CAROLINA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
As the nation’s premier leadership development program in collegiate athletics, the Richard A. Baddour Carolina Leadership Academy develops, challenges, and supports student-athletes, coaches, and staff in their continual quest to become world class leaders in athletics, academics and life. The Carolina Leadership Academy provides comprehensive and cutting edge leadership development programming through interactive workshops, 360 degree feedback, one on one coaching, peer mentoring and educational resources
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Student-Athlete Development provides assistance to student-athletes in developing and pursuing career and life goals. Workshops and seminars are presented each semester on resume writing, interviewing, along with special topic and industry panels. Student-athlete are also encouraged to visit the University Career Services, where they can receive information on career and education counseling, resume and cover letter preparation, job placement assistance and graduate/professional school placement assistance. CAROLINA OUTREACH
Carolina Outreach is committed to giving back to our community. Servant-Leadership is a practical philosophy which supports people who choose to serve first, and then lead as a way of expanding service to individuals and institutions. By providing opportunities for student-athletes to serve and to learn about servant-leadership, they not only make meaningful contributions to their communities but promote collaboration, trust, foresight, listening, and the ethical use of power and empowerment. Student-athletes can be involved in numerous charity and community programs, hospitals and schools. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Life Skill Workshops are provided on a variety of critical topics of concern to support the development of well- balanced lifestyle for student-athletes, encouraging emotional well-being, personal growth and decision-making skills. These topics may include: disordered eating prevention education, relationships and sexual responsibility, self- esteem, fiscal responsibility, interpersonal communication, dealing with depression and grief, professional conduct and etiquette, diversity, priority and stress management, and a variety of personal development issues.
