Student-Athletes

Student-Athlete Title IX Strategic Prevention Programming

Compliance Starts with Prevention

Dr. Lawrence loves the energy of Student-Athletes! He developed a niche for working with collegiate athletic departments 6 years ago and understands the issues that are unique to them. Having a reputation for working and playing hard, they are higher profile than most students on campus. Their indiscretions do not go under the radar as they do for others. This attracts negative media attention and tarnishes their reputation and that of your athletic program and campus. Dr. Lawrence fosters an understanding that Student-Athletes are ambassadors of their campus, not only in the competitive arena but outside as well. They respond well to his energy, accessibility, interactive exercises, and realistic approach to their issues.

Dr. Lawrence customizes his program and messages specifically to meet the needs of student athletes. They learn about sexual assault prevention, domestic and dating violence, stalking, consequences of choice, and bystander intervention, as he stresses that their teammates are family. Student-Athletes leave his program motivated to make positive choices and to look out for one another. Most importantly they gain an understanding that these are the years to build a solid foundation towards obtaining life goals, a bright future, and to develop a legacy that they are proud of.

I provide guidance in all aspects of NCAA compliance, including consulting should your institution face an NCAA investigation, public relations issues unique to college athletics, drafting and implementing athletics policies and procedures, and developing risk management and litigation avoidance strategies.

My specialization is in educating and training Student-Athletes regarding Title IX issues such as sexual misconduct, domestic violence, healthy relationships, consent, and incapacitation. It is my belief and experience that while Student-Athletes receive mandatory training, all training is not created equally. Furthermore, with reports continuing to surface about Student-Athletes violating sexual misconduct policies at schools all across the country, their understanding is at issue. I have achieved great success in helping each of their Student-Athletes avoid the pitfalls of Title IX by delivering the content on a level that they can understand and in a language that they can understand.

I have extensive experience working directly with Power 5 Athletic Departments where I provide their Title IX programing as it relates to Student-Athletes, Coaches, and Athletic Staff.

I also serve as a Title IX Consultant for the Southern States Athletic Conference and Lead Consultant and Title IX Trainer for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

I would love to visit with you about the possibility of speaking with your Student-Athletes and helping them to get a deeper understanding and clarity on how to navigate this sensitive issue.

Variety of Title IX Programming

Dr. Lawrence offers a variety of programs to suit the needs of your Student-Athlete population. Whether you are dealing with alcohol-related issues, sexual assault, or concerns regarding sexual health, his programs are specifically tailored for you. Through in-depth conversations, Dr. Lawrence will learn about the issues affecting your Students-Athletes. This helps him customize and develop the perfect solution as you are booking your program

Pressure, Attention, and Temptation

Student-Athletes enter into a world where there is an abundance of new responsibilities, pressure attention, and temptation. How well prepared are Student-Athletes to handle the intense pressure of constant media scrutiny? They work hard and play hard. Unfortunately many get caught up in the moment and lose sight of where the fun ends and the trouble begins. Many Student-Athletes careers and hard-earned reputations have been sidetracked by one inconsequential decision. Dr. Lawrence wants Student-Athletes to be remembered for their stellar performance on the field and not their indiscretions off.

Honest and Real Conversations

Dr. Lawrence’s vast experience with collegiate athletes, and extensive conversations with Athletic Directors, Coaches, and Student-Athlete Development staff across the country have provided him with a keen understanding of the challenges and issues that both athletes and staff face. His open and nonjudgmental demeanor enables him to facilitate honest and intimate conversations about alcohol, relationships, sexual health, sexual assault, stalking, bystander intervention, and domestic violence.

Reflect on the Consequences of Choices

Dr. Lawrence challenges athletes to develop the ability to stop and reflect on the consequences of a choice they are about to make. Will it take them down a path they spent a lifetime working hard to achieve, or one of regret? They internalize the skills to quickly shift gears so they can avoid a life-altering event.

Student-Athletes state that his transformational sessions involving impactful interactive exercises provide a wake-up call they did not take away from other program facilitators. Dr. Lawrence engaging interaction, insight on current facts, and relevant stories motivate players to reflect on past behaviors and to make positive choices. He creates an atmosphere of trust and Student-Athletes frequently approach him in the halls after the program to discuss specific life issues.

High Risk Behaviors

It is essential to offer Student-Athlete development programs that foster the understanding that proper conduct off the court, course, and field is equally as important as conduct on the court, course, and field. This preventive investment can save your Athletic Department negative publicity, embarrassment, liability, and will preserve hard-earned legacies.

High-risk behaviors at our colleges and universities are a contributing factor to one of the lowest retention and graduation rates of the industrialized nations. As trends change year to year, Dr. Lawrence remains current and continually updates his information to meet your needs.

Unique Style of Delivery

Dr. Lawrence’s ability to engage an audience with his infectious energy leaves students talking for weeks! Known for his humor and uniquely style of delivery, students experience real life situations where they gain the inspiration to reflect on their legacy and motivation to make responsible choices to achieve life goals. Both Female and Male students alike, rave about his high impact programs, stating that Dr. Lawrence profoundly changed their lives.