David Hollander, a professor at NYU, advocates for the legitimization of sports as an academic discipline, comparing its value to fields like dance and music. He intends to develop a course that incorporates athletes' personal experiences with their sports into the curriculum. Hollander believes that sports teach essential skills and are worthy of scholarly study. Recent support from influential entities such as Nike highlights a growing recognition of athletes’ academic contributions, reinforcing the case for sports majors in academia.
Educators argue for creating sports majors, stating athletics holds intellectual value just like dance, art, and music, contributing to the human condition.
David Hollander advocates for recognizing athletics academically, drawing parallels with other cultural forms, and emphasizes its relevance in higher education.
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