I mean what is Ames without ISU and to a lessor effect what is ISU without a (football or basketball program)? They have a huge effect on what you would call these college towns. I mean Rutgers probably doesn't have much effect but still some.
If you want to expand out on CW's article just think about what going on-line could have an effect on Colleges in general? It's absolutely a potential game changer and not in a good way for many people, but in the end could be very beneficial.
Nevada. Maybe Boone.