Hello,

Welcome to the official website for the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). SAAC representatives play an important role in bridging the gap between administrative personnel and the student-athlete body both at their respective institutions and throughout the conference. The committee is designed to incorporate ideas and opinions from student-athletes into legislative decisions that will affect our academic and athletic pursuits. These athletes are developing valuable leadership skills as they address changes in rules and regulations, organize community service events, and build a positive image for collegiate athletes.

In addition to implementing beneficial policy changes for future generations, a major focus of SAAC is to promote camaraderie between teams. A distinct emphasis is placed on encouraging positive interactions between athletes from schools across the conference. The ACC SAAC Sportsmanship Award recognizes both individuals and teams who exemplify respect and support in the competitive arena. Past recipients can be viewed by clicking the "Sportsmanship Award" link.

Qualities gained through athletic experiences carry over as student-athletes apply their diverse talents and interests to professional goals. Throughout the year, articles celebrating the accomplishments of current and former SAAC members can be viewed by following the"SAAC in ACCtion" link. I encourage you to read about their unique contributions to the community, and I hope you will share my enthusiasm for their success and passionate pursuit of life beyond athletics.

Please contact Shamaree Brown, the ACC staff liaison, or myself, Nick Nelson, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions! Thank you for visiting the ACC SAAC website and we look forward to your return.

~Nick Nelson, ACC SAAC Chair