While reading the editorial "Convict control" (SN 4/25), one of the statements that the author made struck me and provided the inspiration to proclaim my opinion.
Four years. Nine semesters. Almost 600 cartoons. And all it got me was a lousy bachelor's degree in advertising. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed getting my degree.
Frankly, after reading the column by John Bice concerning creationism being taught in schools ("Creationism in schools at fault for nation's dwindling science skills" SN 4/25) I was shocked - appalled, even.
To many students, an apartment nestled in the heart of the Northern Tier might be the perfect living option.
I find it interesting that John Bice is completely opposed to any mention of creation science in schools but not to the sole teaching of evolution ("Creationism in schools at fault for nation's dwindling science skills" SN 4/25). Indoctrinating students to believe in evolution is OK, but even hinting that there are other options is causing students to be "poorly informed." How about teaching the evidence for and against evolution, thereby allowing students to decide for themselves?
In response to "Creationism in schools at fault for nation's dwindling science skills" (SN 4/25), I have a few comments.
I'm just writing to help people understand what the election of Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger as pope means.
The results of the new GEU contract negotiations should be of concern for all members of the university community.
The typical Democratic strategy of "attach a solution to a problem that has nothing to do with the source of the problem" is again shown by the ignorant ramblings of John Bice ("Creationism in schools at fault for nation's dwindling science skills," SN 4/25). Does he not realize that students are beginning to fail at school long before the building of a strong scientific background?
Let's face it. People who don't vote come up with a million excuses when they are asked why.
The days left in the semester are winding down and most students are focused on getting their last-minute projects, assignments and exams done.
So I've been opinion editor for almost an entire semester now, and the experience has been incredible, mind-blowing, superb.
The gears to a cog that eventually will change the history of the Cedar Village area made their first turn. The East Village Planning Team approved the redevelopment of East Village at its meeting on Thursday.
As chairman of the Board of Directors of Toward A Fair Michigan (TAFM), I noted with interest the desire expressed in the recent editorial entitled "Dirty dealings" (SN 4/21) to elevate the level of political discourse within Michigan - in general and specifically with regard to the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative. Assuming approval of the petition signatures gathered, Michiganians will vote in November 2006 on the ballot initiative to amend the state constitution to ban affirmative action preferences in state and local government and in universities.
Upon reading the letter "GEU members are fairly compensated" (SN 4/20), I felt compelled to respond.
According to a 2004 article from The New York Times, "The United States has started to lose its worldwide dominance in critical areas of science and innovation." Our Republican-dominated government hasn't exactly leapt into action.
When a convicted sex offender is able to live invisibly within a community, no one can be sure they won't hurt someone again. Such was the case in two separate cases in Florida in recent weeks.
Until April 16, I used to love Beaner's Gourmet Coffee, 270 W. Grand River Ave., so much. Great coffee, great place to study and hang out.
In most conversation, death is an understandably avoided topic. This is especially true for college-age people who seem to have so many years ahead of them.
This letter is in response to the editorial "Dirty dealings" (SN 4/21). I wholeheartedly agree that the political process in this country has taken a turn for the worse.