Opinion Archives - Page 34 of 75

Vote YES! for textbook rental program

Andrew Kicmol, Editor in Chief • October 24, 2018

The cost of textbooks may no longer be an additional cost of going to Madison College if the textbook referendum passes. Instead, the cost of textbooks will be built in to student’s tuition...

No strings attached

Briant Lawler, News Editor • October 10, 2018

I’ve been noticing engagement announcements more often on my social media feed the last few months. Perhaps I’m noticing these announcements, though, because my partner and I have been talking about marriage.

Students can participate in the college’s Shared Governance

Ann Camillo, Shared Governance System Coordinator • October 10, 2018

Students – did you know Madison College follows a practice of Shared Governance that promotes participation, partnership and a renewed commitment to excellence among employees and student success at...

Support for first-generation college students

Jacki Brickner, Opinion Editor • October 10, 2018

Are any of you feeling the stress and expectations that come from being the among the first in your family to go to college? If so, I am like you. I am a first-generation college student, the second in...

Why I dislike Facebook

Jennifer Reinfried, Business Director • October 10, 2018

Earlier this year, I was chatting with a coworker slightly younger than I was. Seeing as we enjoyed many of the same hobbies and had known each other for a while, I pulled out my phone and opened my Facebook...

MAILBAG

Andrea Straus, Letter to the Editor • October 10, 2018

Dear Editors, Your article on the free flu shot article will cause people to avoid getting vaccinated. The problem is your photo - detailed, somewhat larger than life photo of a syringe with the needle...

THE BUZZ

October 10, 2018

Not another NHL lockout, please

Andrew Kicmol, Editor in Chief • September 26, 2018

I love the sport of hockey. Once again, the NHL is facing a potential labor dispute that could result in another lockout. The current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will run out in September 2019.

Share your opinions with The Clarion

Jacki Brickner, Opinion Editor • September 26, 2018

My name is Jacki Brickner, and I am the opinion editor for The Clarion. I want to start by saying that opinions are important to me personally because I believe everyone needs to have a voice. Your opinion...

It’s time to lower the lake

Sean Bull, Staff Writer • September 26, 2018

Unless you just woke up from a coma, you’ve heard it far too often over the past few weeks: Madison has had some flood problems. Homes, parks, and businesses alike have suffered the ravages of late August...

SENATE LETTER

Steven Ansorge, Student Senate President • September 26, 2018

Students of Madison College, My name is Steven Ansorge. I am your Student Senate President and I am your lead representation to our college’s faculty, administration, and staff. My studies are focused...