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Mascot Makeover
Since the NCAA prohibited "hostile and abusive" mascots in 2006, many colleges have moved away from Native American mascots and nicknames. Despite tensions at a few campuses, most institutions have adjusted and moved on.
It's Not Just Football
As awareness of concussions in football heightens, researchers and sports officials work to make sure other sports get proper attention, too.
The Skinny on Sports Spending
New Knight Commission database enables comparisons (at college and conference level) of sports expenditures per athlete with academic expenditures per student.
Going to the Mat
As seemingly final season begins, Boston University's wrestling team fights to save a program that was cut after the athletics department added two others.
Educating the Whole Athlete
Georgetown's new athlete development and leadership program bridges sports, academics and student services for a comprehensive approach to leadership education.
Athletes' Lawsuit Clears Hurdle
Judge grants class action status for former and current players in challenging NCAA amateurism policies -- but rejects broadening of pool of athletes eligible for potential damages. Outcome appears to increase odds of a settlement.
Coaches Make More Than You
Major college football coach salaries rose 10 percent in 2013, topping out at more than $5.5 million.
Culture, Confusion and Concussions
National Academy of Sciences report urges NCAA to help take the lead in conducting research and addressing the "cultural problem" that makes concussions prevalent.