Oct. 10, 2002 Online Since 1996 Vol 77 No. 13
Our Perspective . . . Anti-abortion ad reaction questioned
    Abortion is a sensitive topic around this campus, as it is everywhere in this country. There are many people who feel it is morally wrong, while their opposition preaches women’s rights and the right to choose. On the sidelines there are those who feel there is not a right answer.
    All parties in such a sensitive matter can make valid points and have the right to voice their opinions, no matter what stance they choose to take.
    Opinions can be expressed in a poor manner however, as was the case in a recent incident.
    When the Oct. 24 issue of The Appalachian circulated last Thursday, it included an advertising supplement from the Human Life Alliance titled “The Silent Epidemic.”
   The 12-page insert included testimonials and articles addressing the abortion issue from a pro-life standpoint.
    Shortly after The Appalachian was released, a female student was seen inside Plemmons Student Union removing the insert from newspapers on the racks. It is unclear whether this student acted alone or was part of a larger group.  
Delegating responsibility for student actions

COMMENTARY

Jennifer Brannock
Sports Beat

   After having my roommate throw small objects at me in an attempt to stop my 10-minute rendezvous with the alarm clock snooze button, I begrudgingly stumble out of bed and routinely ponder the importance of class attendance policies.
    While this scenario is a regular occurrence in my morning wake-up ritual, and I expect most college students can relate, I almost always take the supposed “responsible route” and go to class with a mug full of caffeine and the bleary-eyed prospects of a new day.
   
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