2008 Woodie Awards
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (3)
Issue date: 12/1/05 Section: Opinion/Editorial
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Journal kills
credibility once more
Once again the Best in State paper has displayed its greatness. This time, however, wasn't through biased reporting, but rather through a surprising spelling error and inexcusable immaturity.
First of all, our President's name appeared as "Myers" several times in the November 7th issue. How could that have been overlooked? Or was it perhaps intentional? Either way, I am embarrassed for the entire staff, whose credibility (whatever still existed) is now completely ruined.
And secondly, please do not say that chalking "Nice Car, Dick" on our president's (MEYERS) parking spot is an admirable effort. Encouraging students to reak (sic) havoc upon a somewhat tame university will not solve these issues. SGA and other students are (including myself) actively meeting with Meyers and Dey, among others, in order to get answers. The more mature folks at this establishment are taking a more passive route in talking through this issue and putting intelligent markings on the sidewalks.
In conclusion, after 10 years of presidency, The Journal should know how to spell Dr. Meyers. The Journal should also acknowledge the students' blood, sweat and massive amount of passion-filled tears going into this budget cut frenzy.
Sarah Truckey
Senior
Media Communcations
Stop complaining and take action
After reading Eldin Jasarevic's letter to the editor, I felt the need to write a letter of my own to the Webster community. As a student leader, I was often plagued by the apparent apathy of the students and I can only assume that many student leaders will find themselves facing an even greater apathetic community with the advent of these budget cuts. However, I was frustrated by the comment, "As I am writing this, I am becoming more ignorant because my hard-earned dollars are being spent on the new dorms rather than giving me every opportunity to feed my curiosity. When can I get to know the 100 nationalities that represent Webster?"
I feel that Webster provided an atmosphere where students who really wanted to learn and be an active participant in their education did have the opportunity to do so. Yes, the budget cuts will make that somewhat more difficult, but that just means you might have to be a little more innovative in your approach. The new dorms are essential for Webster.
It is a well-known fact that Webster does not have enough housing for all of the students who want and/or need it and this has been a great concern for the university and the students for several years now. I am happy to see that progress is being made and so many more students will have the opportunity to live on campus and take advantage of on campus programming.
I'm sorry if you feel you are becoming more ignorant because your money is being spent on the new dorms, but I would venture to say that if you took the time to be an active participant on campus, you would know that your money isn't actually paying for the dorms and you would also see the great need for these new dorms.
One thing I did notice about Webster is that most students are ready and willing to complain, but only a few take action. If you want a more cultural experience, I'm wondering what you're doing to make that happen. I agree with Trevor Zickgraf when he wrote, "As a student body, we need to be able to stand up and tell the administration that we won't just sit back and let these cuts happen, but we also have to find our own solutions now that they have." Webster students, I think you should follow the lead of your SGA president and get a little creative.
Melissa Anderson
Alumna
No, bad dog ban!
Shrewsbury's new ban on rottweilers, pit bulls and related breeds is a disgrace and an outrage. It is also heartless and cruel. I wonder where the hearts of Shrewsbury's board members and the mayor that voted in this ban are? But how lovely, they managed to dig deep and give pet owners 60 days to dispose of their beloved pets.
Perhaps, Shrewsbury board members and the mayor should volunteer their time at a local animal shelter, already over crowded with unwanted animals. If an animal is that lucky and not abandoned on some roadside or industrial park.
I was at Pet Smart over the weekend. There was an animal shelter there for pet adoption day.There was a litter of pups, part rottweiler and some other breed. These pups had been found abandoned in an industrial park. I wondered how any human, and I use that term lightly, could do such a thing. They were so sweet.
Most likely who ever did this, would do this to any animal. It also could have been people who didn't want pups that had rottweiler in them. I doubt any of Shrewsbury's board members or the mayor would ever abandon an animal in an industrial park. But their actions contribute to this sort of abandonment, already over crowded shelters, death and abuse of these animals they deem vicious.
Pedophiles and other violent felons who have been released from prison are a lot more dangerous to children. I have some questions for the two people that complained to begin with. Do you let your kids play in other people's yards? Do your kids treat animals with respect? Do you have any feelings whatsoever?
Jackie Mullinix
St. Louis
Editor's Note: The city council and mayor of Shrewsbury have since planned for more discussion of the dog ban. Letters have been sent to dog owners in Shrewsbury instructing them to hold off finding new homes for their dogs. An open forum discussion will take place Dec. 6 at the town's City Hall.
credibility once more
Once again the Best in State paper has displayed its greatness. This time, however, wasn't through biased reporting, but rather through a surprising spelling error and inexcusable immaturity.
First of all, our President's name appeared as "Myers" several times in the November 7th issue. How could that have been overlooked? Or was it perhaps intentional? Either way, I am embarrassed for the entire staff, whose credibility (whatever still existed) is now completely ruined.
And secondly, please do not say that chalking "Nice Car, Dick" on our president's (MEYERS) parking spot is an admirable effort. Encouraging students to reak (sic) havoc upon a somewhat tame university will not solve these issues. SGA and other students are (including myself) actively meeting with Meyers and Dey, among others, in order to get answers. The more mature folks at this establishment are taking a more passive route in talking through this issue and putting intelligent markings on the sidewalks.
In conclusion, after 10 years of presidency, The Journal should know how to spell Dr. Meyers. The Journal should also acknowledge the students' blood, sweat and massive amount of passion-filled tears going into this budget cut frenzy.
Sarah Truckey
Senior
Media Communcations
Stop complaining and take action
After reading Eldin Jasarevic's letter to the editor, I felt the need to write a letter of my own to the Webster community. As a student leader, I was often plagued by the apparent apathy of the students and I can only assume that many student leaders will find themselves facing an even greater apathetic community with the advent of these budget cuts. However, I was frustrated by the comment, "As I am writing this, I am becoming more ignorant because my hard-earned dollars are being spent on the new dorms rather than giving me every opportunity to feed my curiosity. When can I get to know the 100 nationalities that represent Webster?"
I feel that Webster provided an atmosphere where students who really wanted to learn and be an active participant in their education did have the opportunity to do so. Yes, the budget cuts will make that somewhat more difficult, but that just means you might have to be a little more innovative in your approach. The new dorms are essential for Webster.
It is a well-known fact that Webster does not have enough housing for all of the students who want and/or need it and this has been a great concern for the university and the students for several years now. I am happy to see that progress is being made and so many more students will have the opportunity to live on campus and take advantage of on campus programming.
I'm sorry if you feel you are becoming more ignorant because your money is being spent on the new dorms, but I would venture to say that if you took the time to be an active participant on campus, you would know that your money isn't actually paying for the dorms and you would also see the great need for these new dorms.
One thing I did notice about Webster is that most students are ready and willing to complain, but only a few take action. If you want a more cultural experience, I'm wondering what you're doing to make that happen. I agree with Trevor Zickgraf when he wrote, "As a student body, we need to be able to stand up and tell the administration that we won't just sit back and let these cuts happen, but we also have to find our own solutions now that they have." Webster students, I think you should follow the lead of your SGA president and get a little creative.
Melissa Anderson
Alumna
No, bad dog ban!
Shrewsbury's new ban on rottweilers, pit bulls and related breeds is a disgrace and an outrage. It is also heartless and cruel. I wonder where the hearts of Shrewsbury's board members and the mayor that voted in this ban are? But how lovely, they managed to dig deep and give pet owners 60 days to dispose of their beloved pets.
Perhaps, Shrewsbury board members and the mayor should volunteer their time at a local animal shelter, already over crowded with unwanted animals. If an animal is that lucky and not abandoned on some roadside or industrial park.
I was at Pet Smart over the weekend. There was an animal shelter there for pet adoption day.There was a litter of pups, part rottweiler and some other breed. These pups had been found abandoned in an industrial park. I wondered how any human, and I use that term lightly, could do such a thing. They were so sweet.
Most likely who ever did this, would do this to any animal. It also could have been people who didn't want pups that had rottweiler in them. I doubt any of Shrewsbury's board members or the mayor would ever abandon an animal in an industrial park. But their actions contribute to this sort of abandonment, already over crowded shelters, death and abuse of these animals they deem vicious.
Pedophiles and other violent felons who have been released from prison are a lot more dangerous to children. I have some questions for the two people that complained to begin with. Do you let your kids play in other people's yards? Do your kids treat animals with respect? Do you have any feelings whatsoever?
Jackie Mullinix
St. Louis
Editor's Note: The city council and mayor of Shrewsbury have since planned for more discussion of the dog ban. Letters have been sent to dog owners in Shrewsbury instructing them to hold off finding new homes for their dogs. An open forum discussion will take place Dec. 6 at the town's City Hall.