Online networking sites such as facebook.com or myspace.com are great ways to communicate with friends and I am all for these kind of activities. However, online postings have created problems for student-athletes at various college campuses and some schools have even banned postings on sites such as facebook or myspace. Please be aware that while I strongly support free speech, I also support the Drury student-athlete Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct applies to behavior on and off campus and online.
The following policies have already been established by some other universities in the SEC and it would be prudent for Drury student-athletes to not stray very far from these guidelines when posting online:
*Be mindful that online content is not private and that there could be long-term ramifications.
*Don't post personal information (cell phone, address, class schedule) for safety reasons.
*Online communication puts one at greater risk for stalking.
*Consider that your coach, teammates, family and even future employers may review your site.
*Do not participate in or post inappropriate photographs or other content.
*Refrain from affiliating yourself with topics that are potentially offensive or degrading.
*Do not post comments about fellow student-athletes, coaches, administration or faculty from your institution or other institutions.
*Fans from opposing teams have downloaded images or information and used it to taunt or humiliate during a contest.
If you have any questions or concerns about online behavior please contact me.
Coach Van Arkel
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