2008 Woodie Awards
The Last Straw
Popping the bubble
Issue date: 11/30/05 Section: Opinion
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News Editor
I have some problems with this university. Don't immediately read a different article, or close the newspaper altogether, but hear me out. I'm not intentionally trying to step on people's toes, because I do love this institution. The things I love far outweigh the things I dislike, and that's why I'm here. I'm not on a crusade to change rules or to demand action, but there are many upside-down issues.
It's hilarious to have a resident assistant table in the cafeteria. I feel I need to double check my clothing as I walk by and assure the person sitting there that I'm sincerely dressed properly to impress the corn I'm about to devour.
"The cafeteria is a highly visible place," said Billy Watson, director of student services. "The table serves as a reminder to people of what they should be wearing, but it is also a place for students to approach with questions or comments." I understand it's a sign of respect to dress properly, but let me know how flip-flops or girls' headbands are disrespectful.
As a member of the marching band, I find it sad to be required to perform Christian tunes. No offense to Christian music, but there are so many non-Christian musical tunes that could bring life to the program. Jazz and the big band era, golden oldies and 70's funk are just a few genres we can use to not only liven up the program, but also the audience at a football game. Chris Davis, marching band director, has informed me that the marching band program is considered a ministry. Joyful Sound is our musical ministry. When has someone been led to Christ because they listened to the marching band? Ministry is more than just salvation and reaching the lost. We're all performing a ministry with each step we take, but nachos are more of a priority during halftime then being ministered to. I've had several students tell me they would join the band if we performed better music.
The marching band recently added new uniforms to the music program. As we were on the field, Dr. Epting told us "They look sharp. Now tell all your buddies so we can grow."
The band is slowly growing, but if everyone wants to see the marching band program truly grow, then let us perform a wider variety of musical tunes.
Two nights a year, men are allowed to enter the rooms of female resident students to hang out. Never is it allowed for the females to visit the guys. The reasoning is that men's dorms are too spread out. "Logistically it's impossible," said Watson. "We want people to be able to have a good time and behave."