Demystifying Collegiate Athletics in the Evolving Era of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)

Stetson Law’s Center for Excellence in Higher Education Law & Policy is pleased to present the following webinar: Demystifying Collegiate Athletics in the Evolving Era of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. ET Speakers: Scott Bearby, NCAA Josh Desmond, Steptoe & Johnson PLLC George McClellan, University of Mississippi Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is a hotly debated and often misunderstood issue in collegiate athletics. Legal developments, new policies, and evolving revenue models are changing how institutions, conferences, and student-athletes operate. This webinar looks beyond the headlines to provide insight into how NIL fits into the broader transformation of college athletics, helping higher education leaders better understand this evolving landscape. The panel will discuss: -NCAA divisions and athletic structures -The House and Alston decisions -The transfer portal and athlete mobility -How institutions are financing modern athletics This webinar has been approved for 1.5 general CLE credits and 1.5 Intellectual Property Law Certification credits by the Florida Bar. The webinar is free for members of the Stetson Law community. If you would like to attend, please email [email protected] for registration instructions.

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