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March 2, 2012

Preparing for the future

Wisconsin athletic director believes planning and research are keys to building new facilities the right way. Constructing a new field house at Brookfield East High School (Wisconsin) began long before crews shoveled the first dirt or laid the...


March 2, 2012

Breaking down language barriers with athletes

The U.S. population is changing; be prepared to instruct student-athletes who don't speak perfect English. The National Education Association reports that, "America's public schools enroll about five million English language learners (ELLs) — ...


February 29, 2012

Modern devices create challenges in communication

Perhaps you have read about inappropriate behavior between teachers and students at some school districts. The fallout has given rise to an intense analysis of how these types of incidents can go undetected by school officials and district administra...


February 21, 2012

Linfield College: A Look Inside A $1.4 Million Renovation

Scott Carnahan, athletic director at Linfield College, goes through the benefits of upgrading to artificial turf despite the investment cost....


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February 9, 2012

Eight rules for a successful silent auction

Whether you're looking for a free-standing fundraiser or one that complements another event, running a silent auction may be your answer. While there is some work during the months prior to the auction to prepare, the actual event can be rather si...


February 9, 2012

More games means it’s time to pay college athletes

The year 1972 was a watershed one for the NCAA. While most remember it for the introduction of Title IX and gender equality within collegiate athletics, current NCAA President Mark Emmert harkened back to 1972 recently when insisting he's not in favo...