CAMPUS CLIMATE SURVEY

 

American Indian Mascot Study

NCAA Minority Opportunities and Interests Committee

 

 

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Mascot:                                                                                                     

 

Contact information: _____________________________________________

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Please provide background information on the following.  Use additional sheets if necessary.

 

1.      Origin of the mascot name.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.      Current use of the name, including imagery and/or rituals used in portrayal of the mascot name.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.      Please describe fan and/or cheerleader antics in support of the mascot/logo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.      Has there been any controversy (campus) associated with the use of the mascot?  Please explain.

 

 

 

 

 

5.      Has your institution undergone any review of the mascot?  If so please provide the procedures, outcome and date (year).

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.      Does the institution offer a Native American studies program? 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.      Are there educational programs or events focused on Native Americans offered annually for students, faculty and staff?

 

 

 

 

 

8.      Are there any established relationships between the university and an American Indian tribal council(s) or government(s)?  Please explain the relationship.

 

 

 

 

 

9.      How is the mascot viewed in the community?

 

 

 

 

 

10.  Are there organized groups on campus supporting and/or not supporting the mascot?  Explain.

 

 

 

 

 

Comments on the use of American Indian mascots in intercollegiate athletics.  _________________

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please attach:

 

1.    A copy of the institutional Code of Conduct for Students.

2.    A copy of the Code of Conduct for Student-Athletes (if different).

3.    A copy of the licensed logo/mascot.

4.    A copy of the official fight song.

5.    Videotape of mascot performance (if available).

 

Thank you for your assistance.  Completed surveys should be returned by August 26 to:

 

Rochelle M. Collins

Director of Professional Development

NCAA

P.O. Box 6222

Indianapolis, Indiana  46206

Fax:  317/917-6336