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To Push the Boundaries (Barbara Hedges)

  • 1992 ----- color ----- 28 min ----- vhs
  • (Upon Reflection series) Host Marcia Alvar talks with Barbara Hedges, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, University of Washington. Sports has been the focus of Barbara Hedges' professional life for almost 30 years, as a coach, teacher, and administrator. Ms. Hedges discusses the growth of athletics at the University of Southern California during her time there as an administrator. She speaks of changes in college athletics, opportunities for women, revenue generating sports, budget restraints. She focuses on high school preparation for college-bound athletes given the new tighter academic standards.
  • Topics: (Education, Physical Education, Women Studies)