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Artwork for Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders On College Athletics

Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders On College Athletics

Dr. Karen Weaver
College Athletics
NCAA
NIL Contracts
Private Equity
UNC Chapel Hill
NCAA External Gender Equity Review Report
Higher Education
Transfer Portal
Women's Basketball Championship
Bill Belichick
Social Media
College Football Playoff
Sports Betting
Mental Health
Media Rights
Storytelling
Caitlin Clark
March Madness
Department Of Education
Title IX

Hosted by Karen Weaver, EdD, she interviews key leaders, stakeholders and those impacting the business of college sports and higher education. From Division I to Divisions II and III, senior campus leaders now have a chance to learn about the challenges nearly every institution is facing post-pandemic. Today, athletics plays an even more crucial role in enrollment, retention, alumni donations, cam... more

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Artwork for Trustees and Presidents: A Podcast for University Leaders On College Athletics

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Kent State University President Todd Dicon shares his perspectives on the evolving landscape of college athletics, the financial challenges faced by non Power 4 FBS institutions, and the implications of wider disparities within conferences.

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My guest has taken one of the most unconventional routes you’ll ever hear about on the way to a university presidency.

Bill Johnson is the president of Youngstown State University (OH), capping a career that has spanned military service, business en... more

Karen Weaver and Harvard's Michael Horn unpack how today’s “wild west” of college athletics is tied directly to higher ed’s larger demographic and financial crisis: peak high school grads are behind us, net tuition is flat or falling, and costs—espec... more

College athletics is moving faster than campus governance—and trustees can’t afford to watch from the sidelines. Karen Weaver sits down with higher-ed governance experts Peter Eckel (UPenn) and Raquel Rall (UC Riverside) to unpack fiduciary duty, boa... more

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Ninth president of Sacramento State University and a nationally recognized scholar on racial equity in education
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Armand Alacbay
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James T. Harris
President of the University of San Diego, an author and a faculty member at Harvard University
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Janet Lorin
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Karen Weaver
Host of discussions surrounding college athletics and its intersection with higher education, focusing on challenges and strategies in management and governance.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
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    This is absolutely essential for anyone in higher education & college sports. Quick episodes but they are rich in the most essential and up-to-date Information.

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    jlhoffmanphd
    United States6 years ago

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Q: What should new university presidents ask their athletic directors regarding NIL agreements?
Presidents should prioritize understanding institutional values, revenue projections, and how to navigate current challenges in college athletics.
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Q: How does FAIR help manage disputes in college sports?
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Q: What does FAIR stand for and why is it important now?
FAIR stands for Forum of Arbitration and Independent Resolution, addressing the anticipated increase in disputes in college sports, particularly around NIL agreements.
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Q: What are our strengths? Where are our weaknesses?
Conducting a candid self-assessment to understand current abilities and how they can evolve.
A President’s Guide to Elevating Institutional Value Through College Sports & Storytelling
Q: What is your point of view on recruiting, and how are you thinking about organizing the department?
The perspective should focus on the challenges faced in recruiting and potential restructuring needs.

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This podcast explores the pivotal intersection of college athletics and higher education, engaging prominent leaders and stakeholders in discussions that illuminate the challenges and opportunities faced by institutions in the post-pandemic landscape. Topics frequently tackled include financial strategies, governance issues, and the evolving role of athletics in enrollment, retention, and alumni engagement. With episodes featuring a breadth of perspectives from various collegiate divisions, the content is rich with insights into navigating the complexities of college sports, making it particularly relevant for academic leaders and those interested in the business of education and athletics. Unique to this series is its focus on the practica... more

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