The Sports Betting Madness on College Campuses

Future U Podcast by Jeff Selingo and Michael Horn

Mar 24, 202600:45:38Education

It’s March Madness, a prime time for college sports – and for sports betting. Some two-thirds of college students now bet on sports, and the meteoric rise in popularity brings a mix of tough challenges for campus leaders...

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