It’s not a national election, but SGA presidential campaigns are sure to entertain. Butler University students may be thinking like I am that this U.S. presidential campaign season has gone on long enough, considering all of the media hype it gets. Butler students are soon going to feel the hype getting closer to home as…
OPINION | Major in passion, not cash—it’ll be worth it
Instead of following the money, study a field that can hold your interests. While all people are created equal, not all college majors are. In the current economic situation, it makes sense financially to major in a field that is growing, has lots of jobs and pays well. But during undergraduate college years, it is…
OPINION | Butler keeps autonomy through transfer rules
Senate Bill 182 will not, should not change Butler’s autonomy and academic integrity. The rhetoric and actions of Indiana legislators surely can prevent people from believing our elected officials will pass a bill with unanimous support. But the day before Gov. Mitch Daniels signed the controversial right-to-work bill into law, the Indiana Senate passed Senate…
OPINION | SGA would rather go around constitution than amend it
While we’ve come to expect federal government officials bickering among one another and not serving their constituents, we do not expect such acts from Butler University’s Student Government Association. It is appalling that such an important group on campus is in such disarray. One recent point of contention: SGA can’t agree on whether to follow…
OPINION | International unit houses opportunity, chances for exchange
In the fall of 2012, Butler University students may be able to experience foreign cultures, live among those who speak different languages and not even have to leave the comfort of Butler’s campus. Next year, 20 domestic students could have a chance to live with 20 international students in a new unit in Residential College.…
STAFF EDITORIAL | Lifeline Law could save lives
There is a nightmare situation that no Butler University student wants to suffer through. A friend drinks too much, and making one phone call to the police could save his or her life. Although, it could also end in spending the night in a drunk tank. The Indiana Senate recently unanimously passed a bill that,…
OPINION | Butler and Greek system grow stronger together
When the spirit of competition overwhelms Butler University during recruitment week, it is easy for individual Greek organizations to forget that they are part of one Greek community. Chapter members are busy thinking of the upcoming semester and what can be done to improve each of their own organizations. Butler has a thriving, strong Greek…
OPINION | Bulldog fans should use less bite, bark with team
The Butler University men’s basketball team currently holds a 12-11 record, but judging the behavior of some fans might lead you to think it was 0-23. I would offer specific examples, but most of what I say inside Hinkle Fieldhouse is not fit for print. I’m as guilty as any member of the Bulldog community.…