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January 27, 1997

Bylaw 23

Legislative reference: 23.2.1

Proposal No. 57-A: Athletics Certification -- Operating Principles

Intent: To incorporate sportsmanship and ethical conduct as specific components in the athletics certification program.

Effective date: August 1, 1997, beginning with an institution's second cycle of certification.

Result: Adopted 318-8-0

Legislative reference: 23.2.4.4 [New]

Proposal No. 57-B: Athletics Certification -- Operating Principles

Intent: To incorporate sportsmanship and ethical conduct as specific components in the athletics certification program.

Effective date: August 1, 1997, beginning with an institution's second cycle of certification.

Result: Motion to refer to new governance structure adopted 201-121-3