In the days after Hurricane Katrina, the city of New Orleans was flooded with more than water, as donations and offers of assistance poured from the people of America. Their response was, and continues to be, an amazing force of charity and concern. However, one group affected by the devastation has received much less aid and national attention, and those who would assist them struggle against time and finance to do so. [Read article]

For those of you who went to the football game over the weekend, you know that we had an amazing, record-breaking turnout. It was fantastic to see the student body come together with such enthusiasm, excitement and school spirit, and I can't wait to see continued support like this for our team throughout the season.

Excitement, however, sometimes comes with negative side effects. We must maintain an enjoyable and safe environment for all attendees - the students, community and employees - even in the face of excitement. Because of the large number of student fans and the high energy of the crowd on Saturday night, a few incidents occurred that need to be addressed. [Read article]

Judging from the famous "strategery" sketch on "Saturday Night Live," it is evident that President Bush is not exactly everyone's favorite person. However, the reasons for such high levels of disapproval are rooted in more than Bush's lacking intellect.

Upon close examination of the Bush administration, even the casual observer can discern why Bush is so controversial: Many monumental events have occurred during his time in office, primarily the tragic bombings of Sept. 11 and the "war on terrorism." [Read article]

A penny for your thoughts, five bucks for a Day-Timer

Say what you will about Associated Students of the University of Arizona President Cade Bernsen, but you most certainly couldn't say that he's not passionate about those children. Well, not until Monday, at least. Bernsen made waves last semester with his passionate advocacy for student parents (and an uncanny knowledge of the logistics of breastfeeding in a bathroom stall). On Monday, though, the Arizona Daily Wildcat reported that Bernsen failed to make the first meeting of a student government cabinet to address the issue. For this, we give him a Fail (and suggest that he get a babysitter of his own). [Read article]

Publishers not friend of students

This letter is in response to Daniel Bartell's letter to the editor ("Textbook publishers working to help students"). Mr. Bartell, I find that your comments regarding the validity of the use of secondary materials bundled with textbooks to be highly flawed. You cite the reason for including said texts as to assist the student. You use the declining success of students at universities as your argument. You are mistaken in your beliefs. [Read article]