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What is DASH?

What is DASH?

A nod to the hyphen, DASH is the connection between student and athlete, signifying the development that takes place between these intersectional identities.

The Stanford Athletics DASH team includes professional advisors specializing in Academic Advising and Student-Athlete Development.

Meet Our Team

How We Help

DASH: Academic Advising

Academic Advisors (or Undergraduate Advising Directors - UADs) are the initial contact for student-athletes’ short and long-term academic counseling. UADs for Student-Athletes specialize in: 

  • Helping student-athletes choose classes and understand the workload of different enrollment options
  • Aid student-athletes in scheduling classes around practice and game schedules
  • Provide assistance should conflicts arise with exams and competition
  • Advise course selection in the context of NCAA progress-toward-degree regulations
  • Help student-athletes choose majors that are consistent with their interests and goals and help ensure that they fulfill requirements and are on course to graduate in four years
  • Offer guidance about graduate and professional school opportunities

DASH: Student-Athlete Development

Student-Athlete Development is a team of professional advisors in DASH who provide support in finding yourself and your community both in and out of sport. Student-Athlete Development advisors specialize in holistic advising that includes: 

  • Assist student-athletes in finding connection and building community 
  • Aid in intersectional identity development as a “student” and “athlete” and beyond
  • Career exploration based on interest areas, talent, and connections
  • Peer leadership opportunities through student-athlete engagement groups 
  • Personal and professional development opportunities with on and off-campus partners
  • Signature program offerings for all student-athletes throughout their Stanford experience

Our Location

Located on the second floor of Arrillaga Hall, the Athletic Academic Resource Center (AARC) serves as a community hub for Stanford student-athletes to study, create, and belong. In addition to a computer lab and free printing, the AARC features ample space for quiet study and social connection, as well as a satellite fueling station to supplement your nutrition needs. DASH advisor offices are located in the AARC, and a diverse array of staff and student-led programs are often hosted in the space. 

Location: Arrillaga Hall, second floor

338 Arguello Way

Stanford, CA 94305

Hours: 7:00a.m. - 11:00p.m. (accessible via ID card) 

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Created by and for the Stanford student-athlete community, Student-Athlete Engagement Groups offer a tangible way for students to enhance their out-of-play peer leadership acumen in support of their personal and professional development.

 

Identity Based

  • Cardinal BLCK: Fosters community among Black student-athletes at Stanford

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  • Cardinal Pride: Fosters community among LGBTQIA+ and allied Stanford student-athletes

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  • Community of International Student-Athletes (CISA): Fosters community among international student-athletes

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Interest Based

  • Athletes in Medicine at Stanford (AIMS): Supports student-athletes interested in pursuing the field of medicine

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  • Cardinal Community: Supports student-athletes interested in participating in community service opportunities.

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  • RHED Mentors: Fosters relationships among student-athletes and creates a pipeline for student-athletes interested in mental health and wellness to participate in a structured, personal, and meaningful program initiative on campus

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  • Social Events for Athletes (SEA): Fosters community among those interested in celebrating the experience of being a Stanford student-athlete through social activities

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  • Student-Athletes for Sustainability (SAS): Supports student-athletes interested in promoting sustainability practices throughout the Stanford Athletics experience

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Student-Athlete Voice

  • Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC): Supports student-athletes interested in promoting sustainability practices throughout the Stanford Athletics experience.

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  • Cardinal House (C-House): C-House is a group of coach-appointed representatives from each of the 36 varsity sport programs. Council members share their team experiences and opinions on topics of discussion during quarterly meetings, and serve as communication liaisons to their team.

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