When you watch college sports, announcers refer to players as “Student-athletes”.

But it might be better to call them “Athlete-students”…

Or in some cases just drop the “student” part all together.

This became apparent on November 13 when potential basketball icons were showcased in a 24-hour hoops marathon that opened the new college season. There were top ranked teams featuring 5 star-recruits who are projected to be top picks in the 2014 NBA Draft.

Andrew Wiggins of the University of Kansas is one of these. He is one of the most coveted recruits in recent history and is anticipated to have a great (albeit short) college career.

 Before the season began, Wiggins stated in an interview that his goal is to be the top in pick in next year’s NBA Draft, meaning that he is likely one and done this coming year.

Wiggins is not the first to say and do this, and will not be the last. But what does it say about the college admissions officer that has accepted them into their university?

How can a college have mission statement that states a commitment to educate its students, but allows athletes to leave without completing their education?

Is this practice healthy for institutions of higher learning? Or is big college athletics really calling the shots? Let us know !!!