You're InvitedJoin us for one of OLLI at Duke’s signature events, our Summer Kickoff Speaker & Social, as we explore The Professionalization of Amateur Sports: How NIL and the Portal Have Forever Changed College Athletics with Edwyn Tiryakian, M.B.A., Visiting Associate Professor of Markets and Management Studies. College athletics is undergoing a dramatic transformation. With the rise of Name, Image, and Likeness agreements and the transfer portal, student-athletes are navigating a new marketplace that is reshaping recruiting, competition, team dynamics, and the broader relationship between sports and higher education. Drawing on his background in investment banking, sports financial management, and his experience teaching at Duke, Ed brings insight, context, and clarity to one of the most significant changes in modern collegiate athletics. Whether you are a devoted sports fan or simply curious about how market forces are influencing campus life, this conversation will offer a timely and engaging start to our summer term. Come early to enjoy refreshments and connection with fellow OLLI members before the conversation begins at 10:15 a.m. Because parking is limited, registration is divided into two sections. Please select the one that best reflects how you plan to arrive so we can ensure parking is available for those who need it. |
