Big Sports Wins Mean Big Money for Campuses

<p>“Michigan does this, but in fact it is extremely uncommon. Name three other schools that fund general expenses with sports revenues.”</p>

<p>From the LSU website:
“According to a study by USA Today, LSU is one of only two universities in the nation that uses no state financial support to fund its athletics program. In fact, the LSU Athletic Department annually assists financially with the mission of the University by contributing to academic programs and campus maintenance. The Athletic Department provides more than $2 million in recurring annual transfers to the University as well as assistance with special projects such as $4.5 million for a new band hall and $1 million to assist with the construction of a new Business School.”</p>