Roundup: Student-athlete pay / Iberville Parish president / Ascension substation

A Day in the Life of Student-Athlete Holly Morgan

Being a student-athlete requires discipline, time management and commitment. For junior Holly Morgan, this isn’t any different — but there’s also plenty of fun involved.  “I really enjoy it, especially at Whitman,” Morgan said. “It’s a good school to be at, with a good balance. You’re still getting a good education while also being able to play at a good level. It’s fun.” Morgan is an international student from Wellington, New Zealand playing as…

Roundup: Student-athlete pay / Iberville Parish president / Ascension substation

Straining budgets: Universities are warning investors that athletic budgets are becoming a growing financial risk following the settlement allowing top schools to pay student-athletes. Recent bond disclosures from Clemson and the University of Oklahoma flag potential hits, while Texas A&M, Michigan and USC have already cut staff or programs to manage the mounting pressure, S&P says. Read more from Bloomberg. A subscription may be required.  Ques…