Jim Delany
Big Ten's Jim Delany eyes true balance between athletics & academics
Big Ten's Jim Delany eyes true balance between athletics & academics
When BTN.com senior writer Tom Dienhart asked Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany for the biggest challenge ahead, Delany pointed to the "sweet spot" for student-athlete that balances the educational experience and the rich athletic experience. But that's just one of several challenges, including the new game scheduling outlines.
Reform is in the air: Creating a global education experience
Reform is in the air: Creating a global education experience
ROSEMONT, Ill. - A global education experience. That?s a mouthful. And that?s also the goal of Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany for every student-athlete. Live it, learn it, know it. A procession of league athletic directors paraded in front of the media the last two days at the Big Ten?s headquarters and was peppered with […]
Grad transfer rule comes under scrutiny at Big Ten AD meetings
Grad transfer rule comes under scrutiny at Big Ten AD meetings
ROSEMONT, Ill. — During the recent meeting of Big Ten athletic directors, many topics were discussed. And one of the more prominent issues was that of graduate transfers. [ MORE: Q&A: Ohio State AD Gene Smith touches on several hot topics ] Is the concept working as intended? It?s a unique rule that has become […]
Big Ten issues public statement about desire to provide enhanced benefits
Big Ten issues public statement about desire to provide enhanced benefits
The Big Ten announced Wednesday that it has notified the NCAA of initial recommendations designed to provide enhanced benefits for student-athletes.
Video: Jim Delany does ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Video: Jim Delany does ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
What's the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? How about having a freezing cold bucket of water dumped over your head, while also donating to a good cause? Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany did just that as he took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge on Tuesday outside of the conference office. […]
Delany points to B1G athletic, academic quality
Delany points to B1G athletic, academic quality
CHICAGO — College sports have been awash in change in recent years. And change isn?t always easy or welcome. But, it?s inevitable for progress to be achieved. It?s an exciting time. And it?s also a time of challenge, as the collegiate model is on the precipice of forever being altered through remarkable NCAA reform-the biggest […]
