Mission Statement
The mission of the NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare, and fostering a positive student-athlete image, as well as creating connections between student-athletes and the greater college community.
2025-26 Executive Board
Co-Presidents:
Conner Bell
Elle Bernas
Co-Vice Presidents:
Savannah Chapie
Ella Boyea
Fundraising Coordinator:
Simon Sawyer
Treasurer:
Emiliano Alvarado-Rescala
Community Service Coordinator:
Poppy Balkema
Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion Officer (JEDI):
Jaylen Bowles-Swain
Secretary:
Miyani Sonera
Engagement Officer:
Ruby Hogan
Engagement Officer:
Emma Newlove
Social Media:
Jillian Smith
SAAC Advisors: Ryan Clark, Jill Leibforth
Events
- Spirit Week - Homecoming
- Zoo After Dark – Glow Dodgeball
- Special Olympics Volleyball
- Green Dot Launch/Trainings
- Special Olympics Basketball
- Polar Plunge
- “Why We Play” event
- D3Week
- Mental Health Panel
- Thank you Thursday
- Green Dot Games
- Zoo After Dark – Bubble Soccer
- Special Olympics Track Meet
- Hornet Awards
