Mark Parent Opinions Editor It is the most critical act in all governance. It is also in the hands of, perhaps, the most powerful person in the world. It is a position created by some of the finest minds in all of American history. So why is it that the president’s power to go to war has been utterly and unquestionably monopolized by the executive branch, … Continue reading The threat of presidential war power
Political correctness: The new tyranny Mark Parent Opinions Editor There are those among us who want to kill freedom of speech, and we cannot let that happen. In today’s age, political correctness has become a form of speech fascism that is used to oppress, judge and label individuals for even a minor slip of the tongue. And on college campuses, including this one, this form … Continue reading Correct me if I’m wrong…
Mark Parent Opinions Editor This past Friday, two of my colleagues and I were granted the privilege of interviewing UNCG’s new chancellor, Dr. Frank Gilliam. And, I must say, I was very impressed by him. I found Chancellor-Elect Gilliam to be insightful, kind and a good listener; of course, those skills should come as no surprise given the rigorous chancellor selection process administered by … Continue reading Take a “Chancellor” on me
By Mark Parent, A special to The Carolinian Published in print Feb. 11, 2015 Today I write to you from cold and cloudy Lyon, France. As some of you may know, I am currently taking a semester-long hiatus from The Carolinian in order to study abroad in France. Yet, some folks back at the office thought it would be interesting to have some articles detailing students’ experiences … Continue reading Letters from Abroad:Lyon, France
By Mark Parent, Special to The Carolinian Published in print Dec 3, 2014. Let’s face it. General education requirements are a complete and utter waste of time. I want you to think back to every registration period you’ve forced yourself to endure. Now recount all of those silly requirements UNCG compelled you to fulfill in order to make your degree evaluation look all nice and pretty. … Continue reading The lunacy of general education courses
By Mark Parent, Opinions Editor Published in print Nov 19. 2014 This is the undisputed worst time of the year for a college student. Professors are assigning papers, exams are right around the corner, all of your friends are stressed out and your constant procrastination is about to bite you in the ass. Of course, right in the middle of this horrifying ordeal we get to head … Continue reading Turkey Day transgressions
By Mark Parent, Opinions Editor Published in print Nov.12 ,2014 Students win in election. In case you didn’t know, Republicans took control of Congress last week. Of course, I’m sure most everyone reading this was aware of that little tidbit of information; however, I have a strong feeling that many reading this were not euphoric on election night, like me. I must admit, the results from last … Continue reading Students win in glorious election
By Mark Parent, Opinions Editor Published Sep. 10, 2014 Okay, the honeymoon is officially over. I’m willing to bet that after raging nonstop during the first week, it’s become really clear that college is pretty freaking cool. Yet, as the weeks have carried on you’ve probably come to the realization that it isn’t all rainbows, butterflies and giggles either. Now, let me be clear, I’m … Continue reading 4 things that piss me off
By Mark Parent, Opinions Editor Published Aug. 27, 2014 Everyone sees it. Everyone hates it. So, why the hell is it still there? Of course, I’m talking about the two pieces of modern artwork that grace the front lawn of the EUC. I mean, seriously, if two rusted-out car parts hooked up, their kids would look like those two pieces of art. In fact, it … Continue reading Is that really art?
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