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College professors take a lot of abuse, and not just in teaching evaluations. A lot of people seem to think they are ivory-tower slackers. As a non-tenure-track faculty member, I have both an insider and outsider perspective on the whole issue. Do you know what your teachers do besides teaching? Below are some of their less-appreciated tasks: 1. … 0 Comments
With the recent spike in gas prices and increased troop deployment to the Middle East, students may be rightfully concerned about the United States' dependence on foreign oil. In fact, we as a nation are becoming more reliant on imported oil than ever before - approximately 56 percent of our oil comes from overseas. … 5 Comments
Organization to blame, not news mediaIf any organization does not wish to be associated with the actions of select members, it is the responsibility of the organization to disband its ties to those members. In light of the recent drug allegations surrounding the three University students who all are coincidentally members of the same (AEPi) fraternity, I can understand the outrage and outcry of those members who have done nothing wrong. … 1 Comment
Over ninety percent of the world's population believe in a higher power in one form or another. Thus, it is not surprising that our country was founded "Under God". John F. Clark argues in his letter that this conflicts with the notion of a separation between church and state. … 0 Comments
NCAAdult swimRegulations demand college athletes get out of pools, even on Facebook Although not all students at the University get hyped up on March Madness, we all have a basic understanding of ethical principles. Today, we want to pose an ethical question: is it okay for student athletes to enter brackets on Facebook, even if they don't have to pay to enter? The NCAA says no. … 0 Comments
