Title IX is a landmark law passed in 1972 that requires gender equity for boys and girls in every educational program that receives federal funding. Since Title IX was passed, it has been the subject of more than 20 proposed amendments, reviews, Supreme Court cases and other political actions.
A group of experts, including Vanderbilt Vice Chancellor for University Affairs and Athletics David Williams II, MTSU wrestling coach Bryan Knepper and former Sen. Birch Bayh, who first introduced Title IX to Congress more than three decades ago, will discuss whether the law needs to be reformed. The panelists will also discuss the impact of the regulations created in connection with Title IX and whether compliance with these rules has resulted unfairly, as some argue, in the cancellation of many men’s collegiate sports programs. If so, are these regulations in need of reform or are they simply being misinterpreted?
The panel discussion will be held on Tuesday, March 23, at 6 p.m. in Vanderbilt Law School’s Flynn Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. The panel will take questions at the end of the event.
The discussion is hosted by the Women Law Students Association and Entertainment and Sports Law Society and is sponsored by the Hyatt Fund and the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center.
WHAT: Panel discussion on Title IX and whether reform is needed.
WHERE: Flynn Auditorium, Vanderbilt Law School.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 23, at 6 p.m.
Any media interested in attending should contact Amy Wolf.
Media Contact: Amy Wolf, (615) 322-NEWS
amy.wolf@vanderbilt.edu