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Columbia University - New York, NY (file / credit: DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Columbia U. Trying To Modify Whites-Only Fellowship

The Lydia C. Roberts Graduate Fellowship stipulates that money be given only to “a person of the Caucasian race” from Iowa.

2013/05/15

Rothstein Files: What To Watch This Weekend In College Basketball

Iowa State at Iowa: An intense in-state rivalry should provide a thrilling atmosphere in early December.

2012/12/07

Rothstein Files: This And That Around College Basketball

One of the major keys to San Diego State’s 6-1 start is Utah transfer JJ O’Brien. The 6-7 forward has blended perfectly alongside the Aztecs’ talented perimeter of Xavier Thames, Chase Tapley, and Jamaal Franklin and given Steve Fisher one of the better glue guys in the country.

2012/12/06

Rothstein Files: McCaffery Has Iowa Poised For A Jump

Fran McCaffery likely has the most talented roster he’s ever assembled as a head coach. The Hawkeyes are deep, have size, and can play a multitude of ways. But one thing they don’t have entering the season is defined role allocation — at least not yet.

2012/09/25

Rothstein Files: This And That Around College Basketball

Tony Criswell may not be in bold print when people talk about Missouri’s prospects for next season, but the JUCO big man is going to have a key role for the Tigers.

2012/08/24

Following Danica Patrick: Zippo 200 At The Glen

In a rare occasion, Danica Patrick wasn’t in the spotlight during pre-race media availability. Thanks to a rare road course weekend, JR Motorsports brought in road course “ringer” Ron Fellows, even making a contest on Twitter out of his appearance, calling it #Fellows5.

2012/08/13

Paul Hewitt (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Rothstein Files: This And That Around College Basketball

Temple is now in prime position to challenge for yet another Atlantic 10 title after the Owls officially added Boston University big man Jake O’Brien as a transfer this past week.

2012/08/10

Following Danica Patrick: U.S. Cellular 250 at Iowa

Before Saturday’s race, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. had won the last three races at Iowa Speedway. Even when his engine blew and he was wrecking with teammate Carl Edwards, he still came to the checkered flag first to keep his wining streak alive.

2012/08/06

Rothstein Files: 5 Teams That Will Rise Next Season In College Basketball

Don’t be surprised if the Razorbacks finish among the SEC’s top four teams.

2012/04/23

FDNY firefighter James Wildes holds Alise Williams as her mom Debra looks on - Brooklyn, NY - Jan 25, 2012 (credit: Rich Lamb / WCBS 880)

Firefighter James Wildes Meets Girl He Saved With Bone Marrow Transplant

There were tears and hugs as 6-year-old Alise Williams met 37-year-old FDNY firefighter James Wildes on Wednesday.

2012/01/25

Gov. Chris Christie campaigns with Mitt Romney and Ann Romney - Des Moines, Iowa - Dec 30, 2011 (credit: JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)

What Do Chris Christie’s Appearances For Mitt Romney Mean?

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was in Iowa twice campaigning for GOP Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney, and this weekend he’ll be in New Hampshire. But what does an appearance like this mean?

2012/01/06

Jim Boeheim (credit: Nate Shron/Getty Images)

Rothstein Files: What To Watch This Weekend In College Basketball

It’s going to take an extremely special team to beat Jim Boeheim’s Orange at the Carrier Dome — and Marquette will be more than desperate to get it done.

WFAN–2012/01/06

Gov. Chris Christie campaigns with Mitt Romney - West Des Moines, IA - Dec 30, 2011 (credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Experts: Campaigning For Romney Could Help Christie In Future

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie campaigned aggressively for Mitt Romney in Iowa, where Romney won the caucuses on Tuesday.

2012/01/04

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist of the Kentucky Wildcats celebrates during their 69-62 win over the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Rothstein Files: Monday Morning College Hoops Notebook

Some people told me I was crazy when I made that statement prior to Kentucky’s win over Louisville on Saturday but when you watch “MKG” play, it’s tough not to see why he’s more valuable than anyone else in college basketball.

WFAN–2012/01/02