What is the point of athletic at UND? I am not sure we could get a majority consensus on this board much less the university. Is the point of athletics to win championships? Is the point to provide opportunities for student athletes in our local communities to have a place to continue playing while receiving an education? Is the point to provide cheap entertainment for the local community? In the real world these this are not exclusive... However what if they were? What would you pick?
Me personally, I think the point of athletics is for the student athletes. I think that being student athletes allows them an incredible experience. They learn how to manage their time, support the community, all while excelling at their particular sport. More often than not they are excellent members of the community and the Academic community as well. They provide good role models.