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UVA instructor wants to ban the term ‘student-athlete’ for its ‘arguably racial’ undertone
A Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia is suggesting that the term 'student-athlete' is a racial and oppressive phrase.
Can ‘bubbles’ protect athletes, save the college basketball season?
Keeping players and coaching staff separated has helped the NBA and NHL post remarkably low or no positive COVID cases.
Kentucky, E. Michigan team with Gen.G on esports scholarships
The 'Gen 10' recipients of the prizes - $1 million total over the next 10 years - will come from underserved backgrounds, with each university granting its own award.
5 fail-safe ways to recruit players for esports programs
Midland University's Nathan Ragsdell offers strategies to other college coaches who are hoping to land the best student-athletes for their schools.
Decision Time for Athletics
Division I and college leaders are responding to pressure from players to prioritize their health during the coronavirus pandemic.
Building community with social media, esports on campus
Christian Gross of the American Video Game League and Boom.tv says smart, campus-wide strategies that reach all gamers, not just superstars, can foster growth, retention.
College football players skipping the season for the NFL draft
“Personally, I don’t think there’s the right protocol for us to play safely. If I’m being real, it’s just about generating money,” a Power 5 football player said.
Toxicity in esports is a potential Title IX issue for colleges
Academic institutions must actively lead the industry to combat cyberbullying.
What is the future of virtual reality with esports on campus?
Solutions provider and former Jamestown coach Josh Knutson discusses the potential for VR to take off in competitive gaming programs and barriers holding it back.
