Staff Ed “Professors say laptops interrupt class,” according to an article in last week’s Graphic, exposing yet another debate in the academic community. Should professors ban laptops in their individual classes, to increase the students’ attention and ultimately their grades? Because students are affecting their own grade by misusing laptops, they should be able to do what … [Read more...] about Laptop responsibility on students
Perspectives
Wii gets physical with gaming
Marc ChoquettePerspectives Editor I’m not much of a gamer. There is something about staring at a screen all day that just doesn’t seem healthy. But that’s where our technology-happy society is these days. I mean, without sitting in front of this screen, I would probably be typing this on one of those old IBM Selectric Typewriters.I have fond memories of some after-school … [Read more...] about Wii gets physical with gaming
Giuliani’s politics inconsistent with the Republican platform
Brian ChatwinStaff Writer Regrettably, the 2008 Presidential campaign is underway. Regrettably because for the next 21 months, the American people will be inundated with intense politicking and punditry never before seen in American elections. The Federal Elections Commission estimates that this presidential campaign will run over $1 billion — the longest and most expensive in … [Read more...] about Giuliani’s politics inconsistent with the Republican platform
Proposed iPod ban jeopardizes civil liberties
Sara Truedson Staff Writer New York State Sen. Carl Kruger told FOX News on Feb. 7 that he will propose a bill that would ban using an iPod, cell phone or and any other electronic devices that are considered to be distractions while crossing streets in all five boroughs of New York City and Buffalo. The bill would impose a $100 fine and a criminal court summons. In addition, … [Read more...] about Proposed iPod ban jeopardizes civil liberties
Iraq ‘deserter’ a hero for standing up for his beliefs
Jim CohenStaff Writer With an all-volunteer U.S. military, it seems it would be difficult for a soldier to object serving in combat. After all, every soldier knowingly volunteers to be put in harm’s way. Soldiers know they might have to fight in wars for reasons with which they may disagree. Although some say it is inappropriate for a volunteer soldier to object to fighting in … [Read more...] about Iraq ‘deserter’ a hero for standing up for his beliefs