- If athletes were to be paid by the university, would men and women athletes be paid the same? I ask because the female coaches tend to be paid less than male coaches.
- How can students ensure their tuition is directly going to their education and not the sports programs?
- Why should athletes receive more academic assistance when the tuition is the same for every student?
I enjoyed listening and learning about money in the world of college athletics. The presentation was really engaging because of the choice to incorporate a video, group discussion and lecture. Each presenter’s enthusiasm and deep understanding made the presentation interesting. After hearing both sides during the presentation I believe that college athletes should not be paid. While I think it is great that the sports the athletes play bring in revenue to the school, they should not get paid since they get rewarded in other ways. I am referring to premier academic assistance that non-athletes do not receive, coaching that could lead them to a career in their sport, and higher scholarships.
I also, believe that non college athletes tuition should not go to athletic programs. These students are at the school to further their own education. If schools are taking money from non-athlete’s tuition, then the athletic department should create a new budget.
Regina Ballew