The Big Ten Conference is an intercollegiate athletic conference of major universities that also emphasizes academic achievement, research, and public service among its member institutions.
Intercollegiate athletics governance, student-athlete welfare, academic standards, conference competition rules, compliance, and issues affecting higher education and college sports.
Primarily funded by member university dues and conference-generated revenue, including media rights, championships, and sponsorships.
Member universities, the Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors, and the Big Ten Conference commissioner and staff.
Non-profit intercollegiate athletic association
