“Charles Clotfelter has provided a valuable and remarkably well-researched assessment of the role of ‘big-time’ college athletics in American higher education. Bringing to bear his considerable experience in economic and social policy, he has provided an unusually well-balanced analysis of the pros and cons of including this form of commercial entertainment as a university mission, thereby resulting in a book that is an important and fascinating addition to this highly controversial subject.” – James J. Duderstadt, President Emeritus,University of Michigan