I received this email that breaks down the rules and regulations for NIL at the University of Nebraska. Not sure if answers all questions right now but it definitely gives a little more insight. GBR!
NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS POLICY
Student-athletes may permit the use of their name, image or likeness (NIL) in noninstitutional activities and receive compensation for such activities.
A STUDENT-ATHLETE SHALL NOT RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR:
• Athletics performance or participation -OR-
• As an inducement for enrollment at the institution
UNIVERSITY MARKS & LOGOS
Student-athletes will only be allowed to use University or athletic department related marks and logos, including, but not limited to, all aspects of the uniform and any apparel, photos, or videos containing University marks and logos, with prior written approval of the University.
UNIVERSITY FACILITIES
Student-athletes will only be allowed to use University facilities for noninstitutional NIL activities through an executed facility use agreement. Associated rental fees and waiver of liability agreements will be coordinated with the University’s Real Estate Management Department.
UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT
The University will provide education and guidance to student-athletes in support of their noninstitutional NIL activities, but will not develop, operate, negotiate, or promote noninstitutional NIL activities for student-athletes.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDERS/REPRESENTATION
Student-athletes may secure representation (agent or lawyer), ONLY for Name, Image and Likeness and NOT for future professional athletic contract negotiations. A professional service provider representing a student-athlete for purposes of securing compensation for the student-athlete’s name, image, likeness must be licensed as required by the State of Nebraska.
EVALUATION OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDERS
Upon request of the student-athlete, the University may provide education and guidance on best practices for evaluating professional service providers.
ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
Student-athletes may not receive compensation for their NIL while participating in UNL athletics department activities. NIL compensation opportunities will not conflict with academic or athletic department or athletic team activities.
PROHIBITED CATEGORIES
Student-athletes may not participate in NIL activities or enter into agreements regarding NIL that: (a) conflict with an existing institutional sponsorship agreement or contract, (b) extend beyond the student-athlete’s participation in an athletic program at the University, (c) involve the sale or exchange of awards or any other item received for athletics participation, including, but not limited to, apparel, equipment, shoes, or uniform, (d) involve compensation from the University or University employees, (e) provide compensation for work not performed, or (f) involve businesses, products, or services within specific categories that conflict with the University’s values or would in any manner disparage or reflect adversely on the University.
Specific prohibited categories include:
• Gambling/sports wagering vendors
• CBD, beer/wine/spirits, tobacco
• Illegal substances or activities
• Adult entertainment
• Any vendors associated with athletic performance enhancing drugs
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT-ATHLETES
To protect against any immigration issues, international student-athletes should not enter into any NIL agreements without first discussing with the International Student and Scholar Office staff (https://globalnebraska.unl.edu/isso/staff).
STUDENT-ATHLETE EDUCATION
Life Skills will provide student athletes with financial literacy, brand building and educational workshops focusing on the areas of name, image and likeness.
DISCLOSURE POLICY
A student-athlete shall disclose information and details of all compensated noninstitutional NIL activities, including, but not limited to, information related to involved third-party individuals or entities, activities provided, compensation arrangements, and professional service provider details, if applicable. In order to prevent conflicts with existing University agreements, student-athletes are encouraged to disclose such activities at least five days prior to the execution of any NIL agreement to the UNL athletic department; but in any event, disclosure shall be made within five (5) days after execution of such agreement. Student-athletes will be required to disclose information via Opendorse Monitor or other University-designated location.
NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID
Need-based financial aid could be impacted based on compensation from noninstitutional NIL activities. Student-athletes should direct all financial-aid questions to the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
The University reserves the right to adjust these policies at any time based on institutional or NCAA policy changes or changes in applicable laws, rules or regulations. Changes will be communicated through the Nebraska Athletics Compliance Office. The application of this policy in no way creates an employment relationship between the University and any student-athlete.
NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS POLICY
Student-athletes may permit the use of their name, image or likeness (NIL) in noninstitutional activities and receive compensation for such activities.
A STUDENT-ATHLETE SHALL NOT RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR:
• Athletics performance or participation -OR-
• As an inducement for enrollment at the institution
UNIVERSITY MARKS & LOGOS
Student-athletes will only be allowed to use University or athletic department related marks and logos, including, but not limited to, all aspects of the uniform and any apparel, photos, or videos containing University marks and logos, with prior written approval of the University.
UNIVERSITY FACILITIES
Student-athletes will only be allowed to use University facilities for noninstitutional NIL activities through an executed facility use agreement. Associated rental fees and waiver of liability agreements will be coordinated with the University’s Real Estate Management Department.
UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT
The University will provide education and guidance to student-athletes in support of their noninstitutional NIL activities, but will not develop, operate, negotiate, or promote noninstitutional NIL activities for student-athletes.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDERS/REPRESENTATION
Student-athletes may secure representation (agent or lawyer), ONLY for Name, Image and Likeness and NOT for future professional athletic contract negotiations. A professional service provider representing a student-athlete for purposes of securing compensation for the student-athlete’s name, image, likeness must be licensed as required by the State of Nebraska.
EVALUATION OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDERS
Upon request of the student-athlete, the University may provide education and guidance on best practices for evaluating professional service providers.
ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES
Student-athletes may not receive compensation for their NIL while participating in UNL athletics department activities. NIL compensation opportunities will not conflict with academic or athletic department or athletic team activities.
PROHIBITED CATEGORIES
Student-athletes may not participate in NIL activities or enter into agreements regarding NIL that: (a) conflict with an existing institutional sponsorship agreement or contract, (b) extend beyond the student-athlete’s participation in an athletic program at the University, (c) involve the sale or exchange of awards or any other item received for athletics participation, including, but not limited to, apparel, equipment, shoes, or uniform, (d) involve compensation from the University or University employees, (e) provide compensation for work not performed, or (f) involve businesses, products, or services within specific categories that conflict with the University’s values or would in any manner disparage or reflect adversely on the University.
Specific prohibited categories include:
• Gambling/sports wagering vendors
• CBD, beer/wine/spirits, tobacco
• Illegal substances or activities
• Adult entertainment
• Any vendors associated with athletic performance enhancing drugs
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT-ATHLETES
To protect against any immigration issues, international student-athletes should not enter into any NIL agreements without first discussing with the International Student and Scholar Office staff (https://globalnebraska.unl.edu/isso/staff).
STUDENT-ATHLETE EDUCATION
Life Skills will provide student athletes with financial literacy, brand building and educational workshops focusing on the areas of name, image and likeness.
DISCLOSURE POLICY
A student-athlete shall disclose information and details of all compensated noninstitutional NIL activities, including, but not limited to, information related to involved third-party individuals or entities, activities provided, compensation arrangements, and professional service provider details, if applicable. In order to prevent conflicts with existing University agreements, student-athletes are encouraged to disclose such activities at least five days prior to the execution of any NIL agreement to the UNL athletic department; but in any event, disclosure shall be made within five (5) days after execution of such agreement. Student-athletes will be required to disclose information via Opendorse Monitor or other University-designated location.
NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID
Need-based financial aid could be impacted based on compensation from noninstitutional NIL activities. Student-athletes should direct all financial-aid questions to the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
The University reserves the right to adjust these policies at any time based on institutional or NCAA policy changes or changes in applicable laws, rules or regulations. Changes will be communicated through the Nebraska Athletics Compliance Office. The application of this policy in no way creates an employment relationship between the University and any student-athlete.
