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TexasTowelie

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2. A distinction would have to be made for Division III student-athletes.

Reply to patphil (Reply #1)

Wed Mar 6, 2024, 11:33 PM

Mar 2024

Division III universities do not grant any athletic scholarships. They can receive other types of scholarships (e.g., scholarships for kinesiology majors), but I wouldn't call any of those recipients "employees."

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If they get a scholarship to play for the college, then they are being paid for their work. patphil Mar 2024 #1

A distinction would have to be made for Division III student-athletes. TexasTowelie Mar 2024 #2

I agree, an academic scholarship is an entirely different matter. patphil Mar 2024 #5

Does that also apply to students receiving other types of scholarships ? MichMan Mar 2024 #4

I'm only referring to those who are given sports scholarships. patphil Mar 2024 #6

Why the distinction? MichMan Mar 2024 #7

Because colleges exist to provide an education to their students. patphil Mar 2024 #8

They would need to be paid a living wage for attending class and study time, as well as for practice and games. MichMan Mar 2024 #3