Posted the article in the Chicago State area too, but FYI as it relates to the WAC "strategy" and exit fees for Chicago State

Quote:But what exactly happened between the Western Athletic Conference and Chicago State University?

“The Western Athletic Conference expansions in Southern and Southwestern states in January 2021 was a shift from building an anchor in the Midwest as was planned when CSU entered the conference in 2013,” Christman wrote. “The expansion meant that CSU was the only member institution remaining in the Midwest, making continued membership geographically unsustainable. The Western Athletic Conference’s membership expansion strategy created an opportunity to identify a Division I conference that provides not only geographic alignment but also the level of competition that is consistent with the strategic plan and mission of our University.”

Christman explained that Chicago State University and the Western Athletic Conference mutually agreed to the exit, and no exit fee would be assessed. Another reason for Chicago State University’s departure from the Western Athletic Conference can be attributed to Charles’ directive of putting the overall wellness of student-athletes first.

https://chicagodefender.com/chicago-stat...etermined/