USAFAI52-103 — Athletic Department Chaplain’s Program

USAFAI52-103 governs the Athletic Department Religious Support Team’s spiritual care, counseling, religious accommodation, and team support.

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  • Publication number: USAFAI52-103
  • Title: ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT CHAPLAIN’S PROGRAM
  • Date: 2022-04-27

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It covers office hours, team engagement, leadership advisement, spiritual care, travel with intercollegiate teams, and funding for away games. Compliance with the publication is mandatory, and it requires the RST to provide specified support and coordinate funding requirements.

Topics covered

  • spiritual care
  • religious accommodation
  • team visitation
  • leadership advisement
  • intercollegiate team travel
  • TDY travel funds

Questions and answers

What are the RST’s office-hour and after-hours requirements?

The RST establishes office hours published for the AD’s awareness. The RST also publishes a process for cadet-athletes, coaches, and instructors to contact them during non-office hours. (paragraph 2)

How often must the RST visit intercollegiate teams?

Visit all 29 IC teams, coaches, and support staff at least quarterly. (paragraph 3)

How often must the RST meet with USAFA/AD?

Meet with USAFA/AD once per semester or as requested. (paragraph 3)

Is RST counseling confidential?

Provide 100% confidential counseling to any cadet or staff member needing counseling. (paragraph 3)

When does the RST travel with intercollegiate teams?

The RST travels with various IC teams during the Academic Year. These TDYs include away games, conference tournaments, and championships, as available and if applicable. (paragraph 3)

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