Author Archive
Marcus Smith
- September 19, 2011
Neuroenhancers improve test scores, but have hidden dangers
Late-night cram sessions are not foreign to college students, and neither is the resulting groggy aftermath of such sessions. With this in mind, reaching for an energy drink or cup of coffee for a...
- September 6, 2011
US education system needs an update
Education in America is in a state of decay. With damaging policies like No Child Left Behind, (NCLB) we continue to fall lower in the global rankings of math, science and reasoning. America continues...
- August 21, 2011
Online nonprofit university needs support
In an era of online universities and their reputation of being nothing more than worthless degree mills, Gov. Rick Perry’s executive order to establish Western Governors University: Texas, an online nonprofit university, rightfully warrants...
- July 13, 2011
UH should consider improving services
The University of Houston’s smiling banners and website tell me we’re Tier One. And, with overflowing Cougar spirit, I am more than ready to believe and accept that fact. The added respect and prestige...
- July 1, 2011
US caution necessary in Syrian crisis
Once again, another Middle Eastern dictator is being asked to step down, whether it is under the aim of a rifle or under promise of peace. As one of the oldest countries in the...
- June 15, 2011
Fraternities recieve too much scrutiny
Battles and wars have often begun with a few mistakes and instances of miscommunication on both sides, and the battle between universities and fraternities is no exception. In the instances when fraternities might have...
- April 27, 2011
All donations should be made public
Honesty is often regarded as a rather underappreciated virtue in politics, with half-truths, clever word play and sting words taking a prominent place in political culture, speech and debate. There will always be a...
- April 15, 2011
No excuse for unexcused time off
In late 2008 at MacArthur Middle School in Berkley, Ill., Safoorah Khan was fired after taking 19 days of unpaid leave against the school district’s permission to make a pilgrimage to Mecca. Khan complained...
- April 4, 2011
Religious practices must be rational
Religious freedom is considered one of America’s greatest virtues, but there are times when we are forced to recognize that some rights protections go too far — to the point where they overstep public...
- April 1, 2011
Abortion barriers must be erased
In South Dakota and other state legislatures, bills are being passed which would require women seeking an abortion to get a consultation at a center and sign a statement saying they have waited 72...