What are the consequences to athletic representatives (boosters/donors) for NCAA violations?
American University is required by the NCAA to notify boosters of consequences regarding rules violations. Boosters found in violation of NCAA rules are subject to losing benefits and privileges, including but not limited to disassociation from American University and/or loss of ticket privileges. Promotional/Charitable Activities American University student-athletes are often asked to participate in promotional activities (e.g., speaking engagements). However, student-athlete involvement in a promotional activity is also subject to specific NCAA rules and is limited to institutional, charitable, educational and/or non-profit activities. Permissible Activities 12.5.1.1 Institutional, Charitable, Education or Nonprofit Promotions A member institution or recognized entity thereof (e.g., fraternity, sorority or student government organization), a member conference or a non-institutional charitable, educational or nonprofit agency may use a student-athlete’s name, picture or appearance to
