I've often heard the idea that students who have educated opinions on things aren't to be trusted. I've heard students claim that protesters are only protesting for attention. A lot of people think that if you want to change something you are a troublemaker. What ever happened to "the squeaky wheel gets the grease?" The students that are willing to back up their opinions now are the ones that people will be listening to. They are the ones that will influence decisions.

This paper belongs to the students, whether or not we take ownership is up to us. The first place any student can have an impact on this paper is in the opinions section. You don't have to be a communications major to post an article here. You don't have to be on staff. All you have to do is have an opinion you want heard.

I don't want to sound dramatic, but it is true. Students at this university have as much power as they are willing to flex.

Ignoring everything that is going on around you will only make you powerless. Start saying what you want, what you appreciate and what you need changed. The administration will hear it, the faculty will hear it, and other students will hear it.

You pay for this paper. You can have a hand in what it produces. This section exists for you.