The New York Times Athletic
Nebraska NIL Commission Update
College sports commission explores new NIL payment models, with Nebraska football leading initiatives to support athlete compensation.
Apr 28
NIL & Money
USA Today Touchdown Wire
Lions Star Sues the NCAA and Others for NIL Money
A prominent college athlete takes legal action against the NCAA and other parties over disputed NIL compensation, marking a significant moment in the ongoing battle over athlete compensation.
Apr 29
Yardbarker / Sports Illustrated
Should OSU Cowboys Use Big 12 Private Equity Money to Catch Up in NIL?
Oklahoma State explores using Big 12 private equity investments to level the playing field in the competitive NIL landscape and attract top talent.
Apr 30
Health & Well-Being
George Mason University
Patriot Performance Lab Helps Athletes Stay in the Game
George Mason University's Patriot Performance Lab, a collaboration between Athletics and the College of Education and Human Development, provides NCAA Division 1 student-athletes with health monitoring and performance research using advanced technology including wearable sensors, ultrasound, and MRIs.
Mar 1
The Hechinger Report
Colleges Too Often Drop the Ball on Student-Athlete Mental Health
An opinion piece argues that athletic departments need stronger mental health training for coaches and better resources for student-athletes navigating NIL, transfers, and performance pressure.
Dec 15
The Blue Banner
Mental Health in College Athletics and the Role of the Transfer Portal
College athletes describe how the transfer portal can affect stress, identity, support systems, and overall mental health.
Feb 3
Education & Time Management
Salt Lake Tribune
'A Really Sad Loss': Weber State Students Talk About Life After Closing Campus Centers in DEI Purge
Weber State University students report increased difficulty connecting with their community following the closure of identity-based campus centers in 2025. The removal of these organizations has resulted in less visibility for marginalized groups on the Ogden campus.
Mar 23
The Guardian
Do Athletes Make Better Students?
The article looks at how sport can build focus, discipline, improvisation, and resilience that may carry into academic performance.
Aug 4
MSU Denver RED
Why College Athletes Win at Work
Employers value the work ethic, time management, resilience, and teamwork college athletes develop while balancing academics and competition.
Apr 6
Equity & Identity
Salt Lake Tribune
'A Really Sad Loss': Weber State Students Talk About Life After Closing Campus Centers in DEI Purge
Weber State University students report increased difficulty connecting with their community following the closure of identity-based campus centers in 2025. The removal of these organizations has resulted in less visibility for marginalized groups on the Ogden campus.
Mar 23
Washington Monthly
How Trump Learned to Stop Worrying and Love DEI
The Trump administration has launched numerous investigations into campus DEI initiatives while simultaneously implementing selective identity-based programs. Schools in red states have passed anti-DEI laws with carve-outs for politically favored programming, exposing the selective nature of opposition to identity politics.
Feb 18
Campus Reform
Vanderbilt to Host Identity-Based Graduation Ceremonies
Vanderbilt hosts identity-based graduation ceremonies for LGBT and Black students despite Tennessee's anti-DEI push. The university continues to support identity-focused celebrations and recognition events.
Dec 31
Data, Privacy & Tech
BiometricUpdate
Wicket, Paciolan Deal Opens Up Big Market for Biometric Ticketing at College Sports
Facial authentication company Wicket has partnered with ticketing platform Paciolan to integrate biometric entry technology at college sports venues. The partnership targets Power Four Conference schools, enabling fans to use facial recognition for faster stadium entry.
Apr 1
The New York Times Athletic
NCAA Board Proposes Changes to Eligibility Rules
NCAA board proposes significant changes to athlete eligibility rules affecting transfers and competition standards. The new rules aim to enhance competitive balance while protecting student-athlete welfare.
Apr 27
The Athletic
NCAA Moves Closer to Allowing Athletes to Compete for Five Seasons
The NCAA Board advanced proposed eligibility changes that could reshape redshirts, athlete timelines, roster planning, and competition windows.
Apr 27
Game & Performance News
George Mason University
Patriot Performance Lab Helps Athletes Stay in the Game
George Mason University's Patriot Performance Lab, a collaboration between Athletics and the College of Education and Human Development, provides NCAA Division 1 student-athletes with health monitoring and performance research using advanced technology including wearable sensors, ultrasound, and MRIs.
Mar 1
Dartmouth Sports
Dartmouth Baseball Defeats Navy on Parsky's One-Run Performance
Dartmouth baseball team secures victory over Navy with standout performance in recent matchup. The game showcased strong athletic competition between the two programs.
Mar 6
Hubison
Football Spring Game Generates Excitement for the Season
Head coach Ted White transformed the annual spring football game into a community celebration featuring NFL alumni, celebrity guests, and high school athletes. The Blue team defeated the White team 36-34, with standout performances from multiple players.
Apr 24