The world of esports has come under the spotlight in recent years for its unprecedented growth into a billion-dollar industry. Unfortunately, with increased popularity comes an increased risk of serious harm, especially for...more
The athletic administration profession is subject to increasing responsibilities and ever-changing demands. One longtime athletic administration responsibility that continues to create confusion for professionals across the...more
Title IX coordinators across the country are preparing their institutions and school districts for the 2023 implementation of new Title IX regulations following the Department of Education’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking...more
Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 has been the subject of controversy from many angles since its inception. One topic that has recently sparked much debate under the current regulations is the conditions under...more
Question Presented to the Court -
Can a public (charter) school’s imposition of a gendered dress code violate Title IX? According to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, the answer is yes....more
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In June 2020, the University of Connecticut (UConn) decided to reduce its $42 million athletic deficit by 25% over the course of three years. To accomplish this, UConn planned to cut several sports...more
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are at the forefront of many organizations’ priorities today. In their efforts to show the value of individual differences, organizations are targeting strategic priorities toward...more
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Erin Cavalier (Cavalier) and John Doe (Doe) were both freshmen at the Catholic University of America in the fall of 2012. On December 14, 2012, both Cavalier and Doe attended an on-campus party at one of...more
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. Title IX promotes gender equity in educational settings and requires...more
College and university campuses have been important incubators for how social justice awareness, ideas, and differing viewpoints are manifest. Over the last decade, institutions have been challenged to be more aware and...more
Messeri v. University of Colorado at Boulder, No. 1:18-cv-02658-WJM-SKC In 2016, Jane Doe and Messeri met on the campus of the University of Colorado at Boulder where Messeri was enrolled. One night, while in Messeri’s room,...more
The May 2020 Title IX regulations have colleges and universities across the country working diligently to assure their compliance with the new live hearing requirement. One controversial component of the new regulations...more