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NDSU has officially embraced paying college athletes, marking the end of the era of amateurism, as part of a broader evolution in college sports, with the university participating in the NCAA settlement allowing direct athlete compensation.
NCAA President Charlie Baker's proposal to allow highly resourced schools in Division I to pay athletes through a trust fund is just a starting point for discussion, according to Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey. Baker's proposal also includes bringing name, image, and likeness compensation in-house through group licensing and removing limits on educational benefits for athletes. While some praise the proposal as "directionally correct," concerns remain about creating competitive advantages for wealthier schools. The NCAA is moving towards passing its own NIL rules in January but still seeks federal protection.