Opinion

  • 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.…

  • CARTOON | Sick of winter? Fight laziness.

  • OPINION | Atherton renovation beautified dining hall but missed substantial food concerns

    During winter break, The Market Place at Atherton Union went under renovation. The new setup opens up the room more, gives students more beverage options and provides more booth space that breaks up the daily battle between the hard seat and your behind. Many students believed that the facelift was much needed. The  improvement turned…

  • OPINION | Students should learn, not just pass

    For me, high school was a time when my extracurricular activities outweighed my school work. I’d put my time into my school work at school, but my hours outside of school were spent playing sports, participating in various school clubs and spending time with family and friends. I really didn’t have to sit down and…

  • OPINION | BUPD’s new K-9 challenges fame of Butler Blue II

    Heads up  Blue II.  The Butler University community welcomed a mixed labrador named Marcus right before the fall semester finished. Marcus is part of the new K-9 unit in the Butler University Police Department, and although I love Blue II, I am excited to see Marcus around campus hounding down criminals. As bold as this…

  • OPINION | Students for Liberty missing big chance

    Butler University Students for Liberty is one of the youngest and least known groups on campus, and they are letting an incredible opportunity pass right before their eyes—to endorse U.S. Representative Ron Paul (R – Texas) for president. The group, founded in Oct. 2010, promotes ideas of civil liberty and fiscal freedom to college students. …