Exploitation of college athletes

Andy McGarry English Comp. II Beth Hafner Opposing Viewpoints Argument March 27, 2001 Exploitation of College Athletes To pay or not to pay, that is the question. This is the biggest question being asked about college athletes today. Should athletes receive money for their hard work and dedication, or is a free-education more than enough. “College athletics is a multibillion dollar industry that showcases the best athletes in America in a variety of sports from soccer to …

…kids an equal piece of the pie. I know that it will be a long time before college athletes are ever paid, but I hope someday there will be an equal amount distributed to every athlete in Division I sports. A monthly allowance of equal distribution would be the best way to handle this situation. That way the players are receiving something extra, but not enough to disturb the integrity of the games. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**