American University is committed to creating a safe, comfortable
and enjoyable environment for all fans attending athletic events
throughout the year.
As a student and fan of American University, you are responsible
for your conduct as well as the conduct of your guests and/or
persons with whom you have attended events. All Eagles are expected
to uphold the highest standards in sportsmanship.
The following expectations have been established
regarding fan conduct:
- Fans will be treated in a consistent, professional and
courteous manner by all American staff and team personnel.
- Our fans' experiences will not be disrupted by unruly actions
or behaviors of others. Fans should report any inappropriate
behavior to the nearest staff member or security guard.
- Fans will enjoy the sporting experience free from abusive/foul
language or obscene gestures.
- Fans appearing intoxicated will be denied entry or will be
subject to ejection from all Eagles Athletic events. Intervention
with an intoxicated or impaired fan will be handled in a prompt and
safe manner.
- Fans may not go onto the playing area (field, court, etc.) or
throw any items onto the playing area. Violation will result in
immediate ejection and/or arrest and prosecution.
- Fans will be courteous to visiting teams and guests. We cheer
for the Eagles, not against our opponents.
- Fans are allowed to display posters, banners and flags but the
University reserves the right to remove any aforementioned item if
it is deemed vulgar or inappropriate.
- Fans will be courteous to American's neighbors upon entering
and leaving all athletic events.
- American University is a tobacco- and smoke-free campus, please
do not use these products while attending any sporting event.
- Fans will adhere to these expectations when they travel to
other schools to support Eagles Athletic events.
During Eagles Athletic Events, the University
prohibits:
- Tobacco products
- Drugs and Alcohol
- Noisemakers
- Video and flash cameras
- Weapons of any kind
- Large Bags/Backpacks
- Outside food or beverage
- Laser pointers
If your conduct endangers or disrupts the players, coaches,
officials or other patrons, the University reserves the right to
remove you from the premises without a refund and with a potential
loss of ticket privileges for future games. Additionally, the
American University Fan Code of Conduct applies at all athletic
events, including those which take place at other institutions.
American University students who are in violation of this Fan Code
of Conduct or the Student Conduct Code may be
referred to the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution
for follow-up and possible disciplinary action.
