August 14, 2:00–3:00 PM ET

College athletics is entering an era of dramatic transformation—and governing boards must be prepared. Building on this popular session from AGB’s 2025 National Conference on Trusteeship, this timely webinar will offer updated insights into the shifting landscape of Division I athletics, with particular focus on the institutional implications of the proposed multi-billion dollar House v. NCAA settlement. While the settlement primarily affects the 70 institutions in the Defendant conferences (ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12, SEC), its ripple effects could reshape the model of intercollegiate athletics across all divisions.

Presented by nationally recognized leaders in higher education and athletics policy, this session will examine:

The potential financial, legal, and reputational impact of the proposed settlement
Implications for institutional mission, values, and student-athlete experience
Title IX compliance challenges and risks of reduced athletic opportunities
How changes in college sports could affect enrollment strategies and campus culture
What unresolved questions remain—and what every board should be asking now

Whether your institution competes in Division I, II, or III, this is a critical opportunity for trustees and campus leaders to better understand the emerging model of college athletics and its far-reaching governance implications.

Presenters:

Jonathan Alger, president, American University; former president, James Madison University
Carol Cartwright, former president, Bowling Green State University and Kent State University; former chair, National Collegiate Athletic Association Executive Committee; consultant and senior fellow, AGB
Amy Privette Perko, CEO, Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics