Neoliberal Capitalism and Racism in College Athletics: Critical Approaches for Supporting Student‐Athletes. Issue 163 (11th July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gayles, Joy Gaston; Comeaux, Eddie; Ofoegbu, Ezinne; Grummert, Sara
• Editors: Gayles, Joy Gaston
• Is Part Of: New directions for student services. Issue 163(2018:Autumn)
• Page Start: 11
• Page End: 21
• Publication Date: 2018-07-11
• Subjects: Educational counseling -- United States -- Periodicals; Counseling in higher education -- United States -- Periodicals; College students -- United States -- Periodicals; Continuing education -- United States -- Periodicals; 378.194220973
• DOI: 10.1002/ss.20266
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0164-7970

Abstract

Abstract: This chapter highlights issues of racism and neoliberal capitalism that exist within the market‐like structure of intercollegiate athletics on college campuses, as well as some of the consequences for student‐athletes. We discuss the importance of using critical frameworks to better understand and shift the culture and structure of athletic programs to be more inclusive and supportive of the needs and interests of college athletes.