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We talk with Hartford Courant columnist Jeff Jacobs about the “resignation” of UConn athletic director Jeff Hathaway. He is leaving the post he's had since 2003. Although the athletics program has enjoyed success, Hathaway was criticized for low attendance and fundraising.
The move may indicate new President Susan Herbst's commitment to revamping the school's athletic program. Jacobs praised Herbst's handling of the situation:
"She was able to end the process without mediation, arbitration, without a nasty lawsuit, without public mudslinging."
We talk with Jacobs about what led to this change and what lies ahead for the sports program.