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Books Or Baskets: Compromising The Education And Future Of Black Student-Athletes, Jessica L. Laemle
Books Or Baskets: Compromising The Education And Future Of Black Student-Athletes, Jessica L. Laemle
Student Publications
In this paper, I discuss the challenges and inequalities that Black male athletes face while playing college sports, particularly basketball and football at PWIs. I explore how this focus on sports pushes these individuals to focus on athletics rather than academics, as they are there on scholarships and are focused primarily on representing their schools and becoming professional athletes. I discuss multiple factors that play into these student-athletes' idea that athletics are more important than academics. Using multiple studies, I give information and statistics on the outcomes of these athletes. I also provide limitations of the studies I use so …
Naacp Leader Calls Lick's Remarks Racist, Associated Press
Naacp Leader Calls Lick's Remarks Racist, Associated Press
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
A black leader proposed Tuesday that the University of Maine offer sensitivity training in race relations following the uproar over its president's remarks about athletic prowess among blacks.