College shouldn't be free for everyone
Judging from his speech, as reported in last Tuesday's State Press, Sen. Barack Obama needs to get some things straight.
No one "deserves" college. College is a privilege that must be earned.
I didn't get into ASU because I had the right to. I'm here because I worked hard in high school to get good grades.
Those grades made it possible for me to receive a scholarship from the University, without which I would not have been able to attend.
As for the affordability of college, it can be argued that it is too expensive, but a university is just like any other business.
It needs to generate revenue in order to continue operations. If you feel that it's too expensive, then you have to look at other options.
This country was not built on government handouts as Obama implies, but on people working hard to obtain better lives for themselves.
Aaron Marley
SOPHOMORE
At least bad stadium names distract from the stadiums' bad teams
I just want to congratulate Glendale for officially becoming the capital of the worst stadium names in the United States.
Who would have thought that after naming the luxurious, new Cardinals Stadium "University of Phoenix Stadium," the city could top their own mistake and sell the naming rights of the Phoenix Coyotes Stadium to Jobing.com?
Next time you are out in Glendale, be sure to stop by their arenas. Where else can you see the two worst stadium names in America, only 100 yards away from each other?
But hey, at least our sports teams are getting publicity for something other than losing.
Eric Kieckhafer
JUNIOR
Internet socializing can wait
I would like someone to address the infuriating situation I have found myself coming across over the past two semesters. It occurs when the need for use of the Computing Commons arises.
All too often, I have found myself rushing to place after place in need of the computing resources offered here on campus.
I meet the usual staggering line of other students with the same goal. While we're waiting patiently in anticipation for the next computer to open up, I scan the screens of the occupied computers to see MySpace.com profiles!
It is so inconsiderate and rude that students ignore the growing line of those waiting with a real purpose or need. It's like parking in the handicapped spot, or throwing food away in front of the homeless.
I have accounts on social networking sites as well - I'm not against it by any means. However, there is a time and place for it.
That time is not at a computer with a staggering line of students with grades on the line.
Kristin Caringer
SENIOR
