Content on Athletes:

Column: Moral standard for athletes shouldn't be lower than others

August 24, 2009

Even before his notorious involvement in the brutal "sport" of dogfighting, Michael Vick was arguably the most recognized name among the aforementioned attendees of Virginia Tech, possibly the most famous Hokie of all time.

Beyond the brawn: Athletes juggle academics

April 2, 2009

Athletes in today's world make the news for two things: They're good or they're in court.

Column: Professional athletes need to serve as positive example

December 1, 2008

The New York Giants took on the Washington Redskins Sunday afternoon on the first anniversary of late Redskin Sean Taylor's death. The Skins weren't the only team with a conspicuous absence.

Letter: Majoring in college sports is unrealistic

November 19, 2008

Letter: Allow college athletes to major in their sport of choice

November 19, 2008

Tech athletes weigh in on political issues, candidates

October 31, 2008

According to CIRCLE, the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement, 47 percent of eligible Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 voted in the 2004 election. This is up from 40 percent in the 2000 presidential election.

Column: Tiger's focus temporarily redirected

June 25, 2008

Tiger Woods recently pulled off one of the most impressive feats in golf. No, scratch that, Tiger Woods pulled off one of the most impressive feats in all of sports. Many people will tell you that the U.S. Open is the most complete test of a golfer's skil