What do you think about fully online classes?
“They are challenging for traditonal students, but are a benifit for lazy students.”
—Tony Nawyn,
20, junior, Pre-Chiropractic
major of Ogallala
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Opinion
Opinions, editorials, and letters to the editor.
As a public forum, The Eagle invites guest columns and letters to the editor from all readers. Opinions expressed in submissions belong solely to the author(s) and DO NOT necessarily reflect the opinions of The Eagle staff, its adviser, CSC students, faculty, administrators or governing body.
Please limit all guest columns or letters to 400 words. Deadline for submissions is noon Monday for consideration in the following Thursday’s edition. The Eagle reserves the right to edit or reject all submissions.
Letter: Jim Margetts on Mormon faith
In a recent editorial (“Romney’s faith is fair game, to be fair” October 27, 2011), Aaron Gonzalez’ description of Mormon beliefs paints at best an incomplete picture. I would urge Eagle readers to also investigate other perspectives on the beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the formal name of the church) through websites such as mormon.org when formulating their own opinions of the faith.
Read MoreLetter: Willis Miller on the Occupy Movement
Watching the Occupy Movement rock the American Corporate Boat over these past weeks has been an absolute joy and yet for a political enthusiast such as my self, it feels very similar to a kick in the gut.
Read MoreCollege’s silence only foments rumors
The NCAA’s investigation into Chadron State football’s possible fundraising infraction is a serious issue affecting students, staff, and faculty at our school, as well as the Chadron community. Should the investigation result in sanctions, the college will not only suffer a neutered football program, but also stands to lose large sums of money and many current and potential students.
Read MoreWhat do you think about the possible NCAA violations?
“I think they are a big deal, but if they don’t pan out I think people are making too much of it.”
— Matt Templar,
22, senior, Legal Studies major of
Torrington, Wyo.
SHAMEFUL: Sparse turnout at governor’s keynote
Last Friday, Gov. Dave Heineman visited Chadron State to promote his view of how college students today can make an impact on the future of the state and country. The event was organized by the CSC Student Senate, but few senators and fewer students showed up to the open keynote.
Read MoreOccupy Wall Street is worth supporting
ecently the hot-button political topic of discussion has been Occupy Wall Street and Occupy Together. The occupy rallies that started in New York on Sept. 17 have now spread not only across the country, but across the world.
Read MoreDid you know the Governor came to town? Why didn’t you go?
“Yes I did. I couldn’t go because I was out of town. My sister had a basketball game.”
— Marlee Waugh,
19, sophomore,
Education major,
of Paxton
What are your plans over fall break?
“I’m going back to my house to see my family and girlfriend.”
— Lance Bartels,
19, freshman,
Art major,
of Chapel
Use mid-term break wisely
Once again mid-term week is here, and the general feeling on campus has been stress, stress, stress. Professors and students have been fretting over the deadlines of midterm projects and exams, and the upcoming break will be well deserved.
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