The syllabus, once a revered and symbolic document outlining the plan of a college course, has undergone significant changes. It has been replaced by online courseware, a tool for administering classes and processing assignments. While the syllabus still exists in some form, its function as a course plan has been minimized. It now serves mainly …
An Injunction and the Importance of Parental Involvement in NJ Schools In the realm of upbringing, parents indisputably should have a say in their child’s journey (“Jersey’s War on Parents,” Editorial, Aug. 17). Traditionally, this perspective has been upheld and respected within the educational setting. Parents have always been regarded as active and vital participants …
New Jersey Governor, Phil Murphy, argues that parents do not have the right to be informed about significant decisions their children make regarding their gender identity, despite the state’s insistence on respecting the children’s choices. The Murphy administration believes that children, whose brains are not yet fully developed, know better. This is absolutely outrageous. State …
According to a comprehensive analysis by the Wall Street Journal, universities in the United States have been prioritizing new buildings, amenities, and sports programs over addressing the nationwide student debt crisis. Despite the fact that students in the U.S. collectively owe a staggering $1.6 trillion in federal student debt, universities have been raising tuition prices, …
Amy Gutmann, a well-known political philosopher, has been appointed as President Joe Biden’s ambassador to Germany. Gutmann has made significant contributions to areas such as deliberative democracy, identity politics, and the role of educational institutions in a diverse society. With Russia’s involvement in Ukraine’s war, it is fitting to have Gutmann, the daughter of a …
When ChatGPT made its debut, it caused quite a stir among the faculty at SUNY Buffalo. Kelly Ahuna, the university’s director of academic integrity, received numerous frantic emails from professors. One English professor even contemplated retirement after witnessing an essay unfold on-screen with errors and weird transitions, yet deserving of a B-minus. The fear of …
The Issue: President Biden’s Effort to Cancel $39 Billion in Student Loan Debt for 800,000 Borrowers In an attempt to appease the left wing of his party and gain support, President Biden is seeking to cancel billions of dollars in student loan debt. However, this action goes against the Supreme Court’s ruling that he lacks …
Title: Uncovering President Biden’s Temperament: A Deeper Look Behind the Scenes Introduction: Recent reports shedding light on President Biden’s alleged short temper and outbursts towards White House staff in private have further fueled doubts about his suitability to lead the nation. From his inability to effectively communicate and represent the country to his declining approval …
The Problem: The Supreme Court’s Rejection of President Biden’s Student Debt Cancellation Plan I support the Supreme Court’s decision to not place the burden of student loan debt on taxpayers (“Authority not Joe’s a ‘loan’,” July 1). During my college years, my family couldn’t afford to send me to college. However, we managed to send …
Yesterday’s Supreme Court decision declared that race-conscious admissions programs are unconstitutional. However, colleges are still allowed to consider how race has affected an applicant’s life when mentioned in their admissions essay. This ruling has sparked speculation about the potential value of personal essays in expressing one’s racial background. The end of affirmative action will not …