by Lexy Timms
I. AMOUNT OF OFFER:
This offer is a scholarship in the amount of $ 18,500.00 which is equivalent to 100% of the tuition cost for the 2016-2017 academic year and living expenses; $ 5,564.00 will be applied to the Fall 2016 semester and $ 5,564.00 will be applied to the Spring 2017 semester. $7,372.00 will be applied to living expenses for the 2016-2017 academic year.
II. QUALIFICATION FOR ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
1. The student-athlete must be eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics upon enrollment at University of Gatica according to the Constitution and By-Laws of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Signing of this letter indicates intent only and does not guarantee admission to the College and/or eligibility to participate. If either condition is not met, both parties agree to void the agreement.
2. The student-athlete agrees to follow all rules and regulations established by the college for students as detailed in the Student Handbook and shall sign a supplementary agreement as required by the Dean of Enrollment Services.
3. The student-athlete further agrees to follow all rules for participation in the scholarship sport as determined by the head coach. These rules include, but are not limited to:
A. The student-athlete will not use drugs, alcohol or tobacco, at any time, while under contract.
B. The student-athlete will not use expletive, offensive or derogatory language at any time.
C. Physical or verbal acts of intimidation or violence by the student-athlete will not be tolerated.
D. All team members are required to attend team meetings, functions, practices, games and road trips—arriving on time for each. Student-athletes are excused from class only to participate in regularly scheduled games. Every effort will be made to schedule practices and team functions so that they do not interfere with class meetings.
E. All team members will be expected to participate in team community service projects and to work on team fund-raising events.
4. The student shall obey all federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
5. Participation in a sport other than the scholarship sport is at the discretion of the head coach of the scholarship sport.
III. CONTINUANCE AND/OR DISCONTINUANCE OF SCHOLARSHIP
1. The student-athlete shall not have his/her scholarship discontinued prior to the end of the academic year for poor athletic performance.
2. The student-athlete shall not have his/her scholarship discontinued prior to the end of the academic year if the student is prevented from participating in the scholarship sport because of illness, injury or other genuine emergency.
3. The student-athlete may have his/her scholarship discontinued immediately if he/she becomes academically ineligible to participate in athletics or the scholarship sport according to the NCAA. The student should familiarize him/herself with these regulations.
4. The student-athlete may have his/her scholarship discontinued immediately if he/she voluntarily withdraws from the team or is dismissed from the team for just cause. To emphasize: Being removed from the team for lack of playing ability does not constitute just cause.
5. The student-athlete may have his/her scholarship discontinued immediately if he/she breaks any of the terms of this agreement; is convicted of violating federal, state or local law other than a minor traffic offense; is found to have violated the rules established for the conduct of students at large at Smith University as detailed in the Student Handbook or breaks any of the rules established by the head coach of the scholarship sport.
6. The student-athlete may have his/her scholarship discontinued immediately if he/she is discovered to have fraudulently misrepresented prior academic records or any other information requested during the admissions and/or financial aid process.
7. Discontinuance of the scholarship would mean the student-athlete would immediately be responsible for paying prorated balances which may result.
8. This scholarship is granted for the 2016-2017 academic year only. The student-athlete must agree to attend both the Fall and Spring semester regardless of what semester the sport is played. Continuance beyond the Spring 2017 semester is at the discretion of the college and/or head coach.
9. This offer does not guarantee a roster spot on the University of Gatica Track and Field team. The student-athlete shall not have his/her scholarship discontinued in the event the student-athlete does not make the final active roster.
This document represents an offer regarding only an athletic scholarship between University of Gatica and the student-athlete. The scholarship must be confirmed by an official award letter from the Financial Aid Office after completion of all documents required by the college. All University of Gatica Scholarships require a semester and cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 2.0. Student-athletes who fail to maintain these grading standards will have their scholarships terminated at the end of the term in which they fell below the standards.
IV. APPEAL OF DISCONTINUANCE
1. Discontinuance of scholarship for cause prior to the end of the 2016-2017 academic year may be appealed by the student. A committee consisting of the Faculty Athletic Representative, the Director of Athletics, Director of Financial Aid and the Dean of Enrollment Services shall consider the appeal. If any member of this committee is unavailable or disqualifies him/herself from hearing an appeal, the Dean of Enrollment Services shall appoint a replacement to the committee. If the Dean of Enrollment Services is not able to head the appeal, the President of the College shall appoint his/her replacement.
VI. DECLARATION OF INTENT:
By signing below, I agree to attend University of Gatica during the 2016-2017 academic year and to participate on the college’s intercollegiate team in the scholarship sport specified on page 1 of this agreement. I have read each of the forgoing conditions and understand each. I agree to abide by the conditions and to represent the college in a positive manner. I understand that if this letter is not signed and returned to the Head Track and Field Coach by June 5, 2016 University of Gatica may elect to withdraw its offer:
_____Aileen Nessa_______ ___February 14, 2016____
Name (Aileen Nessa) Signature Date
As representatives of University of Gatica, the undersigned agree to offer the Athletic Scholarship described to the above named student for the 2016-2017 academic year under the agreed-upon conditions.
_Coach Anderson__ Feb 12, 2016
Head Coach
___AJ Wright________Feb 10, 2016
Director of Athletics
____Dean Willows________Feb 10, 2016
Dean of Enrollment Services
THE END
Of
The Recruiting Trip
STRONGER,
Book II of
The University of Gatica Series
COMING SOON!
Find out what happens with Tyler and Aileen in
FASTER
Hurdler, Aileen Nessa surprised the university track and field world by signing with a small Division One NCAA university. Talented on the track and in the class room, she is headed to the University of Gatica. No one knows that the main reason she signed with the school is because of a top defensive back football player.
Away from her small Ohio hometown, she steps into a university town dedicated to sports and success. Trying to adjust to school life as a varsity athlete she learns there are perks and challenges because of her status.
Tyler Jensen, the boy she desperately wants to catch the attention of, seems to have forgotten all about what happened on Aileen’s recruiting trip last February. Devastated she throws her frustration into the only thing she knows – track.
Will pushing everything to the limit create the fulfillment she so desperately wants, or will everything come crashing down before she reaches the first hurdle?
* This is NOT erotica* It is a new adult & college sport romance.
FASTER
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Saving Forever
Chapter 1
“You do realize you have a very unique name for the business you’re in?” The doctor smiled and winked at her. His hazelnut eyes sparkled with mischief. “I’m sure you’ve been told that a million times.”
Charity laughed. “My mother must have planned it all while I was in her tummy.” She tucked a chunk of her long blond hair behind her ear. It had been six years since her mother had lost her battle against cancer, which had completely changed Charity’s career course. The day after the funeral, she had dropped out of medical school and hadn’t looked back since. She couldn’t say the same about her father. She forced a grin and focused on the moment. “It’s even more ironic now that I’m signing a two-year contract with you guys. How shall we put the press release? Forever Hope Hospital hires Charity Thompson as their new Fundraiser Liaison. Kind of a tongue twister, eh, Dr. Parker?”
“Just Malcolm, please. We’re working together now. It’s in the two-year contract you just signed. It says you are to refer to Dr. Parker as Malcolm only.” He held it up, teasing her.
Dr. Parker—er, Malcolm—couldn’t be much older than Charity, maybe five years tops. Cropped hair and chiselled features probably made him popular talk amongst the staff and patients. She knew he was single, recently divorced, with no children. She wondered how long it would take a first year or nurse to ‘make the rounds’ with him. Or maybe he would surprise her and actually be a decent guy.
“As for the press release, I can’t wait to see everyone and anyone’s reaction. It’s going to be a big success. Between the humor in your name and job, your awesome track record for success…” He pointed and in a very kind voice added, “Your beautiful face, plus the fact that your father is the Doctor Thompson, I’m not sure we should send the press release to the local papers or to the American Journal of Medicine.” He stood and reached out his hand. “I’m teasing again, of course. We’re all very excited to have you on board.”
Charity stood and shook his hand, making sure to add just the right about of firmness to show her strength and still remain feminine. “I’m excited to get started.”
“This hospital needs your help. We’re in dire straights. Between the state cutbacks, the simple lack of funds, our long term care ward, and our outpatient surgery floor is anciently outdated, we either need to update or close down. People are starting to skip past us and are driving the extra forty-five minutes to Atlanta General.” He shook his head. “You already know this, sorry. I just hear it everyday, a million times a day.”
Charity sat back down and pulled her iPad out of her briefcase. “Then we need to get started right away.” She flipped to the screen she’d written the list of things she needed from the hospital. “I’m going to need the hospital’s financial records, and a calendar of events you already have set up. I’d like to plan a charity luncheon in about six weeks to get the ball rolling. Remember, this isn’t going to be fixed overnight. It’s a process and two years is the goal. We’ll get there.”
Vibration from the doctor’s cell phone on his desk made her pause. They both looked at the phone and then at each other.
“Continue, please.” He glanced at the phone and then back at her.
“You’re busy. You need to take care of hospital issues. Why don’t I talk to your assistant and check your calendar? We need to pick a day in five or six weeks that you can take a long lunch break.” She thought back to his comment about her having a pretty face. “We need to use those good looks of yours and get some lovely high society ladies wanting to spend money on the hospital with the hot doc.”
He blinked, surprise clear on his face. “I’m not sure if I should be insulted or pleased. Hot doc?”
She laughed. “Sometimes pretty works and you have to use it.” She stood and slipped her briefcase strap over her shoulder. “Sorry, doc, but you’re single, good-looking, and funny. I’m going to have to use you as a marketing tool to get a few charities going.” She held up her hand. “I promise no cheesy date auctions or prostitution. Just need to use your… your atmosphere to see how awesome the staff and hospital really is.”
“I’ll do whatever it takes. I love this place and want everyone else to love it as well.”
They were going to work together just fine. “You need to go be a doctor and I need to set up my office.”
The doctor slapped his forehead. “I almost forgot! Your new office is to the right of the elevator. I’ve had it cleared and your name’s supposed to be up on the glass by the end of the day. I’ll get my assistant to show you where and she’ll also bring any information you need.” He pressed the red button on the intercom phone on his desk. “Amanda, do you mind helping Ms. Thompson?”
A millisecond later, the office door opened and in rushed a tiny, petite lady. Her silver hair in a messy bun held a pair of reading classes stuck on the top of her head. “Doctor Parker, Doctor Mallone is trying to get a hold of you. He needs you in emerg right away.” She turned, almost floating like a little fairy. “Ms. Thompson, let’s go.” She disappeared out the door, her little shoes tapping down the hall.
It felt like being in third grade all over again. Charity raised her eyebrows but wasn’t about to disobey Amanda. As she took a step toward the door, a smooth hand touched her elbow.
“She’s harmless,” Malcolm whispered, his warm breath tickling her ear, “but I’ve never crossed her.” He chuckled as he let go of her. “Good luck.”
Charity mouthed a sarcastic Thank-you and hurried out the door. She could feel Malcolm’s breath cooling on her skin as her long strides slowly caught up to Amanda.
“I had a two-sided desk set up in your office. I also had them set up a bookcase, but didn’t know what else you would need.” Amanda’s words punched out with each tap of her shoes. She stopped in front of a frosted glass door and pulled a key out of her pocket. “This is yours.” She handed to key to Charity. “I’m glad you’ve come. Welcome to Forever Hope. Just let me know if you need anything else.” She stood waiting.
“Thanks.” Charity realized the woman wanted her to open the door so she hurriedly put the key into the lock and turned it. She pushed the door open and grinned when she stepped inside.
“Will it work?” Amanda asked.
The office was actually two rooms, kind of like a waiting room and then an archway that showed a glimpse of a large, light wood stained two-sided desk. The walls were completely bare except for a fresh coat of pale yellow paint. Bright without feeling like a hospital. It gave her an idea. “It’s going to be perfect!”
“Lovely. I’m down the hall if you need me.” Amanda disappeared out the door.
Charity set her briefcase against the wall by the door and pressed her lips together. She’d done six large-figure multi-million dollar fundraisers but never had an office like this. Two rooms!
Racing through the brightly painted white arch, she surveyed the second room. It was a bit smaller than the first room, but both had large window panels to look over the city. Day or night, the view was probably amazing. The two-sided desk had a brand new computer still in its box sitting on the far side, along with a phone already set up. The leather chair behind seemed to beg her to try it out. Well, she couldn’t disappoint it.
The soft leather felt perfect under her. She tested out the wheels and tried sliding from one side of the desk to the other. No problem. She slipped her heel
s off and felt the wood floor against her bare feet. It made her want to dance. Focus, Charity.
She pushed her chair away from the desk and went back to the first room to look around. The bright, empty room would make a perfect conference room. Give it a laid back, homey atmosphere and possibly donors would relax the minute they stepped in. She pulled her Blackberry out of the short-sleeved red jacket that went with her black dress.
Maybe a loveseat, definitely a round table, four comfortable chairs, two ottomans, plant, fridge, cabinet to hold glasses, wine rack.
She glanced around. There were three walls to work with since she didn’t want to put anything but a low table near the windows. If she painted the one wall with chalk paint, that would be a perfect note-board and would also work as a projector screen for presentations.
A buzzing in her hand caught her attention. She had a call. Quickly saving the shopping list, she then switched screens to check the caller ID. She almost dropped the phone when she saw the number.
Chapter 2
“Dad!” Her father never rang unless there was an emergency. “Is everything all right?”
“Hullo?” The voice that answered wasn’t her father’s. It was husky, with a clear accent.
It took her by surprise and sent a shiver down her spine at the same time.
“I’m sorry, is this Charity?”
She scratched her head, trying to recognize the caller. Australian accent? Or New Zealand? “Where’s my father?”
“I’m not too sure, actually.” The stranger chuckled. “I was just in a meeting with him an’ he said he needed to call you. Suddenly he tosses me the phone and rushes off to some code three over the intercom.” A slight grating noise echoed through the phone like the stranger was rubbing a five o’clock shadow. “I’m sorry. I don’t even know what he wanted to tell you.”
