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What Off-Season?
Most college athletes say they spend as much or more time on sports during the off-season as they do during the season, leaving them little time for common college student activities like studying, internships and part-time jobs.
'Indian Spectacle'
Author discusses her new book on the role and long-term impact of Native American mascots of college teams.
NCAA Novices
When universities that are sports powerhouses appoint presidents with little experience in intercollegiate athletics, new leaders face a steep learning curve.
Opinion
The Madness of College Sports
After weeks of celebrating the young men and women who play in collegiate championships, let's focus instead on the people (of all ages) who compete in athletics for their whole lives, Patricia Okker suggests.
Stomping Out Sports Subsidies
After years of having one of the most highly subsidized athletics departments, a universitywide panel at Rutgers pushes reforms that would end contributions from student fees and the university.
'The Bare Minimum'
In wake of academic fraud case, Syracuse backs coach, gives A.D. a top administrative job and appeals harshest N.C.A.A. penalties. Is it taking the case seriously enough?
Boycotting Indiana?
N.C.A.A., Educause, NASPA and other groups hosting events in Indiana say they're concerned about new law that critics argue gives businesses the right to discriminate against gay people. Thus far, no one is staying away -- and some wonder why criticism came too late.
'Cheated'
Authors of new book about academic fraud at UNC argue that big-time college athletes are being cheated out of an education.