Beyond the Bracket: The Future of College Athletics | Office Hours Podcast

Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony

Office Hours with SIU System President Dan Mahony
Beyond the Bracket: The Future of College Athletics | Office Hours Podcast
Mar 31, 2026 Season 1 Episode 14
SIU System President Dan Mahony

 What is the future of college athletics—and how do we get there?

In this special episode of Office Hours, SIU System President Dan Mahony takes the guest seat as faculty leaders Cherese Fine (SIUE) and Julie Partridge (SIUC) lead a thoughtful discussion on the current state and future direction of college sports.

As a lover of sports and higher education leader, President Mahony shares his perspective on:

  • The financial realities facing athletic programs
  • The evolving student-athlete experience
  • The sustainability of current models
  • Why institutions must be intentional moving forward

With March Madness as the backdrop, this episode goes beyond the bracket to explore the bigger picture of college athletics in America.

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