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Obama May Attend Georgetown Vs. Duke Basketball Game

January 29, 2010

Buzz around Georgetown says the president might be at tomorrow’s game.

Nation & World - Washington Whispers

University of New Orleans Leaving Division I Sports

January 22, 2010

Financial constraints force the small public school to join Division III athletics.

Education - The Paper Trail

Sand Volleyball Back on NCAA's Mind

January 14, 2010

The NCAA’s Division I reconsiders sand volleyball as a varsity sport.

Education - The Paper Trail

SMU President Calls for Restraint in Sports Spending

January 13, 2010

High costs threaten sports programs, college leader warns.

Education - The Paper Trail

No Arrests in Tennessee Protests

January 13, 2010

Angry Tennessee students protesting the football coach’s departure avoided trouble.

Education - The Paper Trail

Busy Weekend in College Sports

January 11, 2010

Surprising news from USC, a few firings, and a new coach at Texas Tech.

Education - The Paper Trail

Agent of Former USC Hoops Star Says Player Never Took Gifts

January 7, 2010

Agent: USC never interviewed O. J. Mayo during its investigation of Mayo’s relationship with a booster.

Education - The Paper Trail

USC Imposes Sanctions on Hoops Team

January 4, 2010

Internal investigation into USC's men's basketball program yields a 1-year ban from the post-season.

Education - The Paper Trail

Rep. Joe Barton: BCS Is College Football's Biggest Problem

December 31, 2009

Playoff system would level the field for all NCAA football teams.

Opinion

BCS Chief: A College Football Playoff Would Increase Problems

December 31, 2009

This year's championship matchup is more proof that the system works.

Opinion

Should College Football Abandon the BCS?

December 31, 2009

Detractors say the system is unfair, but its backers call it a proven winner.

Opinion

Report: Admissions Rules Bent for Athletes

December 31, 2009

The Associated Press found that athletes get preferential treatment in admissions process.

Education - The Paper Trail

Texas Tech Suspends Football Coach for Alleged Player Abuse

December 29, 2009

Allegations of player abuse have forced Texas Tech's Mike Leach to step back.

Education - The Paper Trail

Drama at Florida Continues

December 28, 2009

Like it or not, football is king at the University of Florida, and there's plenty of drama around it.

Education - The Paper Trail

The Worst College Bowl Sponsors

December 18, 2009

What do these companies have to do with football?

Money - Rick Newman

Notre Dame Not Interested in Big Ten Membership

December 17, 2009

Speculation about Big Ten's preferred 12th member comes back to Notre Dame, which isn't interested.

Education - The Paper Trail

Big Ten Might Add Another Team; Who Could It Be?

December 16, 2009

Several possibilities have surfaced, with Missouri saying it'd be open to the change.

Education - The Paper Trail

Check Out Our Bowl Season Coverage

December 15, 2009

Check out rankings, profiles, and more on the upcoming college football bonanza.

Education - The Paper Trail

College Football Rankings by Bowl

December 14, 2009

We'll soon find out which teams are the best on the field, but who takes the cake in the classroom?

Education - Best Colleges

As Bowl Season Heats Up What You Don't See on TV Takes Precedence

December 14, 2009

It's BCS bowl time. Here's how some football student-athletes are making waves in the classroom.

Education - Best Colleges

Notre Dame Football Finds New Coach

December 11, 2009

The struggling program names University of Cincinnati's Brian Kelly as its new head coach.

Education - The Paper Trail

NCAA Investigates Tennessee Football

December 10, 2009

Unusual timing of investigation gains national attention amid usual BCS controversy in December.

Education - The Paper Trail

Alabama Extends Winter Break for Bowl Games

December 8, 2009

The school will shut down to allow students to show support for the football team.

Education - The Paper Trail

Mixed Emotions at Texas Christian, Boise State, and Cincinnati

December 7, 2009

The college football bowl debate begins after three undefeated teams are left with no chance at title.

Education - The Paper Trail

Legendary Football Coach Bowden Retiring

December 1, 2009

After 6-6 finish, Bobby Bowden is set to retire as Florida State's football coach.

Education - The Paper Trail

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