On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Rosemont College sports management students joined the Temple Law Review Symposium via Zoom. The symposium focused on the legal and practical challenges facing college athletics. The event was titled, “A House Divided: A Legal and Practical Discussion on the Changing Landscape of College Athletics.”

The event brought together experts from law, business, and sports. Panelists included legal scholars, sports agents, athletes, and policymakers. They discussed how the recognition of college athletes as employees is changing the landscape. The symposium also explored issues around name, image, and likeness deals, as well as intellectual property.

Brett Angelillo, a senior student athlete from Rosemont College’s Class of 2025, attended the event. “As a senior student athlete, attending the symposium was an invaluable opportunity. I learned about the legal issues shaping the future of college athletics. The discussion helped me understand how these changes impact athletes like myself, both on and off the field,” Angelillo shared.

The symposium also discussed the broader impacts of the House settlement discussions. Experts explained how these legal changes are affecting both athletes and the sports industry. They also provided insights on the practical side of lawyering and representing athletes in this evolving environment.

Rosemont College students had the chance to learn from top experts in sports law. This symposium helped them gain valuable insights into the current issues in college athletics. It also reinforced the importance of staying informed about the legal landscape that affects sports today.

Events like this give Rosemont students the chance to engage with industry leaders. They help students stay ahead in a competitive field.