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Mark Wheeler (JD '12) Discusses College Athletics with Pepperdine Caruso Law Sports Law Students

Pepperdine Caruso Law alumnus Mark Wheeler (JD '12), Associate Athletics Director for Compliance at Syracuse University, spoke to Caruso Law Sports Law students about his career track and trajectory in college athletics administration, the complexities of ensuring athletics compliance with NCAA rules, and the cutting edge issues in college sports regarding paying players. He also discussed legislation and proposals at state and federal levels, the NCAA, and now at the Supreme Court regarding player publicity rights and payments.

Wheeler credited the advice, opportunities for athletics compliance internships, and training he received while at Pepperdine Caruso Law in finding a rewarding and challenging career.