Social Science Current Policy Area: Intercollegiate Athletics Assignment (Assignment 5)

 Intercollegiate athletics is a multi-million dollar enterprise. From coaches’ salaries to facilities to
broadcast revenue, it is easy to lose sight of the “student” aspect of student-athletes. Choose a
current policy area from the following within the context of intercollegiate athletics: eligibility;
amateurism; substance abuse and performance enhancement; financial aid; gender equity;
gambling; social media; enforcement; or funding.