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ACADEMIC SERVICES
The University of Portland makes a sincere commitment to all student-athletes for their education and graduation. To fulfill this promise, Academic Services for Student-Athletes has four main objectives:
To assist every student-athlete in graduating on time
To protect the academic integrity of the University
To comply with all rules, regulations, and procedures of the University and the NCAA
To promote the athletic eligibility of all student-athletes.
Academic Assistance
The University hosts a wide array of academic resources to support the needs of student-athletes and to complement classroom instruction. It is critical for student-athletes to be proactive and to seek out the academic enrichment opportunities available. Professors are your best resources. Take advantage of their assistance by visiting during posted office hours. The Integrated Writing Center and the Math Resource Center (both located in Franz Hall 119) provide advice for sharpening core academic skills. Additionally, tutoring is available in specific subject areas. With questions, for assistance, or to arrange for tutoring, please see the Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes (located in the Chiles Center).
Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes (Dan McGinty, 503.943.7723, mcgintyd@up.edu)
The link between the Athletics Department and the University academic community is the Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes. Dan McGinty is available to give special attention to academic issues that may arise in connection with participation in the intercollegiate athletics program. This includes coordinating the tutoring program, acting as a liaison between coaches and professors, and facilitating the early registration procedure for student-athletes. Dan works to complement the department/school academic advisors who direct the programs in each of the University’s academic disciplines.
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Student Services
Tutoring and Study Halls
Policy for Checking out Laptops
HPE 108 (Life Skills for Student-Athletes): All first year student-athletes at the University of Portland are required to take this one-credit-hour course. Moderated by the Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes, this class addresses topics that are relevant to the adjustment to university life: academic, social, health/wellness, and athletic performance demands.
Academic Enhancement
Time Management
How to Write a Paper
Academic Counseling
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The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is made up of representatives from each intercollegiate athletic team. The committee meets regularly through the academic year to:
facilitate community service opportunities
coordinate social activities among athletics teams
promote communication between athletics administration and student-athletes
encourage campus-wide support for Pilot athletic teams
discuss issues raised by student-athletes.
This advisory group serves as a voice for the student-athlete population in addressing student-athlete well-being at the University.
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