SPM 437 - Intercollegiate Sport Issues

3 Credits

Description
This course introduces the unique world of sport within the United States higher education system. Students examine the origins/history, policies/procedures, and governance structures of intercollegiate sport. Students discuss current topics and controversies unique to college athletics, including relationships between revenue/non-revenue sports, men’s/women’s programs, financial practices, conference alignment, and student-athlete welfare.

Prerequisites
Junior or senior standing

Repeatable
No

Foundational Studies Credit
No

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