Weighing in on the World Cup
Weighing in on the World Cup
World Cup fever has hit worldwide, and Georgia Tech is not immune. Students
have gathered around campus for watch parties, and professors are using the global mega-event as
a case study in the classroom.
Whether it's politics, infrastructure or economic development, the 2014 World Cup has provided
ample entertainment and learning value for fans of the sport.
Flowers Watches with Eye on Infrastructure
Benjamin Flowers, associate professor in the School of Architecture who studies stadiums, followed the controversial construction leading up to the start of the World Cup.
Surveying Sports as Economic Development Tool
While attending a conference in Brazil, Mary McDonald, Homer Rice Chair in Sports and Society, was surprised at the minimal promotion of Brazil’s impending international sporting event.
Political Struggles Play Out on the Soccer Pitch
Kirk Bowman, professor in the School of International Affairs, views understanding soccer as a crucial element to understanding a number of other global issues.
Credits:
Writer: Kristen Bailey
Graphics: Melanie Goux