Calling for a new “enlightened” policy, Bloustein cited a report submitted in March, 1971, by David A. (Sonny) Werblin, which recommended that the school adopt a policy “which will eventually enable Rutgers to take its proper place in the field of intercollegiate athletics.” Werblin, a leading alumnus and sports figure, was asked to prepare the report by the university.

It was the opinion of the president that neither Bateman nor Twitchell, because of their long association with the previous administration, would be able to work toward upgrading the sports program, Bloustein, 47 years old, became president in September, 1971.

Since no action was taken on the Werblin report, Bloustein said, the athletic policy has “We will have to provide more financial aid if we are to move forward.

“However, the trustee advisory committee has made it clear there will be no weakening of the academic structure been in limbo. He did not say that Rutgers would accentuate big‐time athletics, but explained: “We do not want and cannot compete with the football factories. But we can get bigger.”

He said he would appoint two committees to recommend a new policy. One will be led by Dr. Henry R. Winkler, vice president for university affairs, and will be composed of administration aides, faculty members and students. The other will be picked from prominent members of the Alumni Federation. Both committees are to submit their recommendations by June 1.