professionalization
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The professionalization of college sports is reshaping athletic programs beyond football and basketball.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
But then, Maierhofer says, "The major change came with the professionalization of medicine and also the spread of universities."
From Salon • Oct. 23, 2023
What we’ve seen is the great professionalization and investment, particularly in Europe, over the last two or three years, where being a professional footballer is now a viable career option for women and girls.
From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2023
“The professionalization and league expansion is not happening as quick as we’d like to see.”
From Washington Times • Jul. 13, 2023
For officers, professionalization meant more training and implied a higher standard of on-the-job conduct.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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