I’ve talked about athletic scholarships here before, and I want to revisit them in the wake of the Penn State scandal. All the programs operate at the whim of the NCAA, which has a twisted sense of priorities. Money screws up everything, and if your kid is in a position for an athletic scholarship, you… [Read More]
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A Shout-Out to the Northwestern Women’s Lacrosse Team
I’m a lacrosse mom, an NU alumna, and a lady who likes to see other ladies do well. So naturally, I’m excited about the 2012 Northwestern Women’s Lacrosse team, which won its 7th NCAA championship this year. That’s not only one of the best streaks in women’s lacrosse, it’s one of the best in the… [Read More]

