Opinion

  • OPINION | New guidelines urge smart socialization

    Butler University is implementing new sanctioning guidelines for conduct violations this year in the hope that students can be given multiple chances for redemption. Under the new guidelines, students that commit conduct violations, mainly alcohol-related violations, will be at risk of probation by the university. This means that those students would not be allowed to…

  • STAFF EDITORIAL | Unclear system adds costs

    On the first day of classes, a student strolls into class with her books and materials. Glancing over the syllabus, she realizes with horror that the e-book she bought for her chemistry class is unnecessary. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common, and Butler University students are footing the bill. The Butler bookstore and professors…

  • OPINION | Butler should notify students about new alcohol policy

    If upperclassmen are as punishable as freshmen for alcohol violations, then they should receive the same information the freshman do. Over the summer, the administration revamped the alcohol policy on campus. The administration forbade freshmen from going inside Greek houses until after last Monday. Another policy change is that there are no fines for alcohol…

  • OPINION | Meters Bring in Money, Help Parking Crunch

    If there’s a word on the lips of Butler University student, staff and faculty, that word is parking. Last year, the university sold more than 1,400 passes more than spaces it provided. Now, with housing at capacity and construction everywhere, parking looks like a long-term issue on campus. Parking meters may seem like an annoying…

  • STAFF EDITORIAL | Kill the rumors, address why TKE closed

    Published Aug. 29, 2012 After an investigation, an unsuccessful appeal and the removal of three Greek letters, Tau Kappa Epsilon no longer has a place at Butler University. Anyone not involved knows nothing about why the doors closed, and everyone who is involved isn’t talking—opening the floodgates for nasty rumors and speculation. Butler officials are…

  • STAFF EDITORIAL | Before expansion, consider the impact

    Approximately 1,100 first-year students poured onto Butler University’s campus Saturday to begin their studies. The record-breaking freshman class comes with plenty of potential, vibrancy and energy. Still, the ever-expanding enrollment could end up forcing administrators to cut corners in facilities, infrastructure and student life. Housing, parking and budget allocations have all caused strife on campus…

  • OPINION | Bike owners, be proactive to prevent theft

    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…