Synthesis Paper Module 6

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Are college sports compatible with the academic purpose of universities?

1. Provide an introduction paragraph that clearly identifies your position, and a brief summary of why this (compatibility) is debated.

2. Support your position by exploring 3 of the topics/points listed below (one paragraph per topic/point). Make sure you use support from the readings and outside resources (depending on your chosen points) to develop your arguments. (Also make sure that your arguments reflect your overall position – that college sports are/are not compatible with the academic purpose of universities.)

Base your arguments on 3 of the following points (must select 3 and develop your support for each of the 3 – your support substantiates your argument):

  • Special admissions
  • Direct/indirect benefits or consequences to the university
  • Direct/indirect benefits or consequences to the students (non-athletes)
  • Recruiting/offer of scholarships
  • Legal issues: amateurism
  • Legal issues: tort/criminal
  • Treatment of athletes (academic/health and safety)
  • Title IX
  • Revenues/expenses of athletic departments
  • Other (pick your own, but make sure it matters)