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The Student-Athlete Voice

The mission of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is to represent and empower the voice of student-athletes by fostering open communication between athletes, athletic administration, and the broader university community.

SAAC is dedicated to cultivating leadership, community engagement, and advocacy among student-athletes while promoting a positive and unified athletic experience.

What SAAC Stands For

Leadership

Developing dependable student-athlete leaders who advocate for their peers and help shape the future of Monroe Athletics.

Community

Building connections across teams and encouraging student-athletes to make a positive impact on campus and throughout the surrounding community.

Advocacy

Ensuring student-athlete perspectives are represented in conversations affecting athletics, the University and the broader NCAA community.

Our Mission in Action

Through active participation and collaboration, SAAC strives to provide meaningful feedback on issues affecting student-athletes, contribute to the development of policies, and ensure student-athlete perspectives are reflected at the campus, conference and NCAA levels.

The committee is committed to building a strong sense of community across all athletic teams, encouraging service and involvement both on and off campus, and enhancing the overall student-athlete experience.

2026-27

Your SAAC Representatives

Student-athletes from across Monroe's athletic programs come together to represent their teammates and strengthen communication throughout Mustang Nation.

Analissa Redmond
Track & Field
   Redmond                
Anihra Wilkes
Track & Field
Wilkes


 
Zachary Roome                     
Track & Field
Roome Posed
Emma Dedushaj
Women's Volleyball
Emma Posed
Adriana Garcia
Women's Volleyball
Garcia
Lizbeth Zambrano
Softball
Zambrano Posed
Gabriella Pugliese
Softball
Pugliese Posed
Ezekiel Ashiagbor
Football
Ashigbor Posed
Zavry Ward
Football
Ward Posed
Deuce Maxey
Men's Basketball
Deuce Posed
Alexandra Stewart
Women's Basketball
Stewart Posed
Magdalena Syrek
Women's Soccer
Syrek_Magdalena Posed
Tavien Tyler
Men's Basketball
Tavion SAAC
Jazir Harris
Track & Field
Jazir Harris Posed

What SAAC Does

Student-Athlete Representation

SAAC members bring the perspectives, concerns and ideas of their teammates to committee discussions and institutional conversations.

Campus Engagement

SAAC encourages student-athletes to become active members of the Monroe University community through service, leadership and campus involvement.

Community Service

Members help organize and participate in initiatives that allow Monroe student-athletes to give back to the surrounding community.

Student-Athlete Experience

SAAC works to identify opportunities to improve the overall student-athlete experience and strengthen communication across the Athletics Department.

SAAC Advisor

Eva Lassen

For more information about the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, student-athlete involvement or SAAC initiatives, contact Eva Lassen.

Contact SAAC Advisor

Learn more about the national Student-Athlete Advisory Committee structure and the role of SAAC within intercollegiate athletics.

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