3.11A - Fairness in Women’s Sports Procedure

Fairness in Women's Sports

In compliance with the Fairness in Woman’s Sports Act, the outlined procedures will be followed.

• The Department of Athletics shall use information collected on the pre-participation physical exam reflecting the sex identified at birth to determine which team is appropriate for respective students.
• Should a dispute arise, the Department of Athletics shall refer to the original birth or adoption certificate completed at or near the time of birth.
• If clarity is not achieved or if the original birth or adoption certificate is not available, the student shall produce documentation provided by a licensed physician indicating the biological sex of the student based upon an evaluation using current standard assessment protocols.
• If biological sex at birth is unable to be determined by any of the above means, the student shall be eligible to participate in male, men’s, boys, coed, or mixed athletic activities only.
• The Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion provides support and resources for students, faculty, and staff for situations that they are experiencing.