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Court settlement and executive order means big changes for NIL and university marketing

The ever-evolving landscape of Name, Image and Likeness seems to finally have some guardrails in place. But interviewed insiders say it’s still just the early framework for what’s ahead.

The NIL Top 10: Who are the highest-paid college athletes?

Growing collective contracts and sponsorship deals have university athletes — both men and women — raking in record paydays.

Is Bill Belichick good for UNC’s bottom line?

His $50 million contract is balanced against record enrollment, sold-out season tickets and a potential boost in marketing revenue.

DOE Secretary Linda McMahon already imposed mass layoffs. What’s next?

Before following President Trump’s direction to ‘put herself out of a job,’ the former wrestling matriarch has other ideas and wants Congress to give her a hand.

Private equity is playing for control in higher ed marketing.

Fund managers are betting private companies will take over university marketing—one property at a time—as schools tighten budgets.

Are Donald Trump and college sports an NIL match made in heaven?

The 47th U.S. President could influence amateur athlete pay-for-play in one of several directions this year.

Podcasts give alumni and universities a chance to build their brands.

More schools are using the new media to engage current students while also keeping successful graduates in the fold.

What do Trump and Harris each want for higher education?

Higher ed has taken a backseat in the 2024 presidential campaign, but the candidates’ records suggest Title IX, accreditation reform, and college access as potential priorities.

NIL athletes are thriving. But how do colleges and universities benefit?

How NIL boosts university brands, lifts less-popular sports, keeps some athletes on campus longer, and may even elevate enrollment.

Is SEO dead? The time for colleges and universities to master AI Search is now.

Consultants and academics say schools’ websites and marketing must become more interactive and authoritative.