Another factor might be the details of Freedom of Information Laws in each state. A state like Michigan might release itemized details of all monetary exchanges in and out of the Athletic Department and the University. A state like Texas may only release a net transfer of funds - which I'd assume would be a positive contribution from the Athletic Dpt. to the University. In an effort to make the author's point, that contribution may be set to 0.
I believe that 300K we see for Michigan is Dave Brandon's salary. In order for it to be considered a part of the University, the AD must be employed by the University - aka the University contributes to the Athletic Department. It looks like this graph does not take into account any contributions the Athletic Department makes back to the University.
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Grrrrrrr you double post!
Treadwell was just quoted as saying UM will save a spot for him, regardless.
Another factor might be the details of Freedom of Information Laws in each state. A state like Michigan might release itemized details of all monetary exchanges in and out of the Athletic Department and the University. A state like Texas may only release a net transfer of funds - which I'd assume would be a positive contribution from the Athletic Dpt. to the University. In an effort to make the author's point, that contribution may be set to 0.
I believe that 300K we see for Michigan is Dave Brandon's salary. In order for it to be considered a part of the University, the AD must be employed by the University - aka the University contributes to the Athletic Department. It looks like this graph does not take into account any contributions the Athletic Department makes back to the University.
Well done sir! After a year of reading this blog the epic-ness of that video inspired me to create an account a say cheers!