In the past year, Butler University has suffered a series of bicycle thefts. Students, faculty and staff reported nine stolen bikes in the past three months. The Butler University Police Department can do very little to prevent future thefts, so the responsibility falls on the bike owners. The worst possible response to crime involves blaming…
OPINION | Construction congests campus but is ultimately worthwhile
Students should use patience while they navigate around the several construction projects on campus. There are many construction sites around campus, and students should understand that these upgrades are necessary and beneficial. These developing areas are a good sign that Butler is putting our tuition dollars to good use, especially after raising the tuition for…
OPINION | Higher prices now, bigger changes later
On July 24, Butler students received a brief email on the Butler Connection detailing an increased price of parking decals from $60 to $75. Although this larger price tag might leave a sour taste in students’ mouths, the extra money will go toward feasible, positive changes. The message alluded to “new parking-related software,” which left…
OPINION | Housing options fail to solve larger problems
Butler University’s freshman class of 2016 is the largest class in the university’s history. While this is a reason for Butler to celebrate, it is also a cause for concern: the university has a housing problem. Student housing options, including apartments at Christian Theological Seminary and rooms at Homestead Suites, have been offered to upper…
OPINION | Journalism serves, strengthens the community
I never imagined how dramatically one series of news stories would affect change at Butler University when I started reporting on Butler’s parking capacity problem back in August. By shedding light on the parking issue and its many facets, The Collegian started a community conversation, and administrators ran with it. It’s thrilling for me to…
STAFF EDITORIAL | Big changes signal progress
One word defined Butler University during the 2011-12 academic year: transition.
OPINION | Butler should embrace what unites us
So many things divide Butler University’s student body, whether it be graduation year, major, Greek affiliation—or lack thereof—political ideals, or even favorite color. But on Friday, the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event at the Health and Recreation Complex brought participants together in a way that I have not seen before on this campus.…
OPINION | Diversity, inclusion must be everyone’s priority
On April 18, Butler University’s Office of Student Affairs released the numbers from its diversity survey. The data revealed that most Butler students do not believe the school is very diverse. Specifically, 71 percent of students of color and/or gay and lesbian students thought this. If students, faculty and staff want to see a more…
OPINION | Potential exists for student-led change
Published April 24, 2012 The joke in my family right now is that my sister is the smartest sibling, since she decided to enroll at a university in the Sunshine State, whereas I choose one in the Hoosier State. Although I envy her and the view she will have of the Atlantic Ocean, I am…