Most people know that female athletics have always been viewed less than men sports but not many people are aware of how universities are allowing this to continue to happen by not funding the programs equally. This aspect of the presentation caught my attention because of how little this topic is discussed. Seeing the real financial statistics from different colleges made the issue clear and undebatable. It also was compelling to me because of how many people seemed to just accept the idea. By writing a letter from a real athlete, your audience may be able to see that the problem is affecting real people around us, it is not a minor issue. I would suggest further research on private universities to see if you can find any clues to how these institutions are different or the same as public ones. Along with this, it could be helpful to research how women’s sports perform compared to men’s sports at specific schools. If the women’s sports are doing better, they should be getting more funding. In conclusion, although we often are not surprised by gender inequality, writing about this topic could persuade or inspire more people to take action.
Ava Welch