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Sports: Page 172

A Revealing Series of Events

I didn’t think the Rutgers University women’s basketball team needed to go public. After all, why dignify nationally syndicated radio host Don Imus’s remark with a response? But I’m so glad they did, because they humanized this news event and presented an image that was in stark contrast to his “nappy-headed hos” comment.

Perspectives: Will the Messages in Rap Music Change Because of Russell Simmons’ Efforts?

In the wake of Don Imus’ sexist and racist slurs against the Rutgers women’s basketball team, a new voice was added last week to the to the chorus line against inappropriate lyrics in music. To my surprise, Russell Simmons, the pioneering rap industry mogul who also has a line of clothing, has joined in the effort to clean up rap lyrics.

Leadership & Policy

Lawmakers Work to Avoid State Takeover of Texas Southern

Black statehouse legislators are rushing to create legislation that would avoid a governor-appointed conservator from taking the helms of the financially troubled Texas Southern University in Houston.

State Takeover Of Texas Southern University Proposed By Governor

HOUSTON The governor proposed a state takeover of beleaguered Texas Southern University and called for the resignations of the regents at the historically Black school.

In a League of Her Own

It seems paradoxical, but by being the ultimate team player, DeCarol Davis, a junior at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, is leading the way in academics, basketball, student government — and even in transforming the Academy itself.

Appreciation: A Tribute to Coach Eddie Robinson

There are many ways to speak of Coach Eddie Robinson. One could converse about the coach, the teacher, the father, the husband or simply Eddie Robinson the American hero. I have chosen to honor Coach Rob in the best way I know how; as Eddie Robinson, the football coach.

Imus Show Suspended, Takes His Lumps on Sharpton’s Show

NEW YORK CBS Radio and MSNBC both said they were suspending Don Imus’ morning talk show for two weeks following his reference last week to members of the Rutgers women’s basketball team as “nappy-headed hos.”

“Rez Ball” Gains NCAA Certification Thanks to Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI)

If all goes according to plan, the term “Rez Ball” may soon become part of the mainstream lexicon. The Native American Basketball Invitational, founded in 2003, is helping to bring Indian Country’s unique variation of basketball to the outside world. Long played on Indian reservations, rez ball has finally been certified by the NCAA.

The Other Club Scene

From aikido to yoga, club sports offer students lessons in not only sportsmanship but diversity as well.

Standing Out As Student-Athletes

College sports are huge! And at no time throughout the year is that as evident as during March Madness.

NCAA and Gay Rights Group Take On Homophobia In College Sports

The National Center for Lesbian Rights recently announced a settlement in the discrimination lawsuit filed by Jennifer Harris, a former Pennsylvania State University women’s basketball player who sued the school over alleged mistreatment by former coach Rene Portland, who allegedly thought Harris was a lesbian.

Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars [2007]

Diverse: Issues In Higher Education established the Sports Scholars Awards to honor undergraduate students of color who have made achieving both academically and athletically a winning combination.

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