Repetition and routine are critical for the success of student-athletes as well as their teams, and this marked change in the availability of resources proved to be a major obstacle.
Since universities and their athletic departments have sponsorships with companies in a wide range of industries, Huma expects athletes’ deals will often come into conflict with those of the schools.
For years, society has focused on accommodations for K-12 students with learning differences. In the last five years, there has been rapid growth to bring these accommodations to higher education.
The University of Alabama and scores of others say they intend to have full face-to-face instruction, and some expect to have full football stadiums, too.
President Dr. Eli Capilouto discusses the rollout of vaccines, the ongoing efforts around research and health care and the strength of the institution during the crisis.
The university's Sorenson Impact Center says 'rightsizing', not downsizing. is key to ensuring students' futures. It is looking for partners on its MAPS Project to help in this mission.
"Canceling competitions is never something we want to do, but with so many unknowns about this variant of COVID-19, we must do everything we can to minimize the spread among student-athletes, coaches, staff, and to the student-athletes at other schools."
