Quote by Susan Orlean

I have long been one of those tedious people who rails against the coronation of 'student-athletes.' I have heard the argument that big-time athletics bring in loads of money to universities. I don't believe the money goes anywhere other than back into the sports teams, but that's another story.

I have long been one of those tedious people who rails again

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The quote expresses the speaker's disapproval of the term "student-athlete" and challenges the belief that big-time athletics financially benefit universities. The speaker finds the concept of student-athletes problematic, implying that it diminishes the importance of academics by emphasizing athletics instead. Additionally, the speaker questions whether the money generated by sports programs truly benefits the universities as a whole or simply enhances the sports teams. Overall, the quote reflects a critical view of the intersection between academics and athletics in higher education.

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