NCAA Executive Committee - Vote on Mascot Issues

1. To request institutions currently using American Indian mascots begin a self-analysis by September 1, 2004, and complete a checklist by August 1, 2005, to determine if the depiction of mascot, nickname, logos or behavior can be viewed as offensive.
2. To request that the self-analysis be conducted through a broad-based review, including representatives from the department of athletics, faculty, staff, community, student-athletes and local American Indian tribes or community members.

Requirements for NCAA Conference Offices.

1. To request NCAA conferences with institutions using American Indian mascots or nicknames to review policies regarding contests. Policies to be reviewed should include championships, sportsmanship, etc.
2. To request institutions using American Indian mascots or nicknames to complete a self-analysis checklist for conference championship venues and host institutions. Self-analysis checklist to include:
   1. Adherence to Constitution 2.2.2, 2.4 and 2.6.
   2. Efforts to assess behavior of the mascot, cheerleaders, band mem-bers and fans, and the relevance of symbols.
   3. Efforts to educate staff, fans and spectators on sportsmanship related to mascots.

Requirements for the Association, as amended.

1. To continue to monitor the use of American Indian mascots, nicknames, logos and behaviors, including periodic monitoring of the self-analysis checklists.
2. To establish criteria for NCAA championships sites and venues to include a review of the visibility of American Indian mascots, logos and symbols and the reference to such in NCAA publications.
3. To establish criteria for institutions participating in NCAA championship events to ensure adherence to Constitution 2.2.2, 2.4 and 2.6.

It was noted that the MOIC will develop materials for self-study with assistance from NCAA championships staff to establish criteria for NCAA championships and references to American Indian mascots. The Executive Committee will approve materials and criteria at its August 2004 meeting. All completed institutional reports will be sent to the subcommittee for review and follow-up.