Concordia University it different from many schools around the country. Like many, it has its plus's and minus's. Being a Christian school, Concordia has some striter policies that the majority of students dont care for. These are some of the most common complants and some solutions to make CUW a more enjoyable expereince for students.
One of the rules that more then half the school may have a problem with is CUW being a dry campus. Several students on campus are 21 years old, are adults, and have the right to comsume alcohol. While this helps keeps a lot of drinking off campus, it posses a problem. This makes students have to drive off campus to drink, which means possible drunk drivers and students putting their lives in danger. A solution to this could be to put a bar on campus to for the 21+, or to just allow alcohol at school.
Unlike many, CUW has a curfew which does not allow atudents of the opposite sex in each others rooms after certain times. Again we are adults and are smart enough to make the right choices. We can do anything we want in someone elses room at any time of day so why does it really matter.
I think if these two rules are changed CUW will be a more enjoyable and exciting more many. These rules can effect our schools growth, and if applied, would bring in more money into the University. Many students would be pleased with the rules and they can help attract more students in the future.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Friday, March 20, 2009
Why the College Basketball is Better then the NBA
Now that it is March Madness time everyone is busy filling out brackets and watching eagerly as their teams square off on national television. It might be that I am from Kansas but come playoff time there is absolutely no buzz going on with the NBA. In college basketball there is always some sort of parody as to who will be number one, watching the next stars emerge, and of course cheering for the underdog to beat Goliath. To top it all off at the end of the year their is a tournament that captures the attention of everyone picking the next champion, while the NBA which may feature far better talent lacks the excitement of college basketball.
Again being from Kansas, watching and cheering for my Jayhawks, I have been privileged see one of the most historic programs. At Allen Fieldhouse its not just another game, its a celebration of tradition, history, and success throughout the years no matter who the opponent is. Every game is sold out and has been for years, which contributes to an atmosphere that no school in America or NBA team can match. Hearing all the songs the bands plays, the Rock Chalk chant before the game (It literally sends chills through my spine), and after since its a given that they win at home. Its not just at Allen Fieldhouse but across the country. Fans are always engaged by clapping along with school songs. The NBA lacks that fans interaction and tradition which makes college ball so great.
Especially come tournament time, every player is giving it their all. Its also a more team oriented game rather then and individual one where its all about the numbers. That is what bothers myself along with many others. The college kids play with so much passion and care a lot about how their teams preform. That's why you see college players in tears when they get knocked out in the tourney because they CARE about how their TEAM does. The NBA has a lot of guys that have worked and play for a big paycheck rather then a championship.
No matter who is playing, their is always someone to cheer for. Come tournament time your either cheering for your team, picks made on bracket, or everyone's favorite underdog. To many the NBA features just another meaningless game. Teams like George Mason and Davidson in years past capture the attention of everyone and have America hoping they can pull off another upset. In these tournament games everyone is watching while no one cares about the NBA. The NBA lacks the drama, the buzzer beaters, David beating Goliath, spirit, and tradition that goes into every college game.
Again being from Kansas, watching and cheering for my Jayhawks, I have been privileged see one of the most historic programs. At Allen Fieldhouse its not just another game, its a celebration of tradition, history, and success throughout the years no matter who the opponent is. Every game is sold out and has been for years, which contributes to an atmosphere that no school in America or NBA team can match. Hearing all the songs the bands plays, the Rock Chalk chant before the game (It literally sends chills through my spine), and after since its a given that they win at home. Its not just at Allen Fieldhouse but across the country. Fans are always engaged by clapping along with school songs. The NBA lacks that fans interaction and tradition which makes college ball so great.
Especially come tournament time, every player is giving it their all. Its also a more team oriented game rather then and individual one where its all about the numbers. That is what bothers myself along with many others. The college kids play with so much passion and care a lot about how their teams preform. That's why you see college players in tears when they get knocked out in the tourney because they CARE about how their TEAM does. The NBA has a lot of guys that have worked and play for a big paycheck rather then a championship.
No matter who is playing, their is always someone to cheer for. Come tournament time your either cheering for your team, picks made on bracket, or everyone's favorite underdog. To many the NBA features just another meaningless game. Teams like George Mason and Davidson in years past capture the attention of everyone and have America hoping they can pull off another upset. In these tournament games everyone is watching while no one cares about the NBA. The NBA lacks the drama, the buzzer beaters, David beating Goliath, spirit, and tradition that goes into every college game.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Top Decruits Does Not Equal Championship
After landing two of the top five recruits on sites such as Rivals.com, Xavier Henry and DeMarcus Cusions, Memphis has been able to reload with big name recruits over the past few years. Last year they landed Derrick Rose who nearly led the Tigers to their first National Title until they collapsed and Mario Chalmers hit a three with just seconds remaining (See picture above). This year they got Tyreke Evans who is their clear star player who very well may lead Memphis to another final four. Memphis should not expect a championship or even a final four appearance with this class since they will lack experience and will have one starter most likely returning.
They may have the best recruiting class, however, just because you get the top freshman doesn't mean you will be going to the final four or compete for a championship. Cousins and Henry are one and done players and it takes time develop players at the college basketball level so your school can compete for championships. Teams that end up going to final fours and championships are not loaded with freshman as starters (Kansas, Florida, North Carolina, UCLA, UConn, Memphis(Rose only starting freshman)).These teams were led by sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Memphis will also lose Robert Dozier, Tyreke Evans, and Antonio Anderson. Evans is one of those one and done freshman, but if he stays Memphis could have a chance with Cousins, Henry, and Taggart, the only returning starter. The bottom line is you don’t win with four freshmen and one senior.
A few teams over the past decade were able to make it to the championship game. Ohio State was able to make it to the championship with freshman Mike Conley, Dequan Cook, and Greg Oden a few years ago only to fall to an experienced Florida team that ended up repeating that year. Syracuse was able to win the championship with Carmelo Anthony, Hakim Warrick, and Gary McNamara sadly over my Kansas Jayhawks. I would not be surprised if Memphis goes undefeated in CUSA or if they get a 1 or 2 seed. Whether they make it far in the tourney next year will depend on how well the freshman grow, and play together throughout next year.
John Calipari is one of the best recruiters in all of college basketball and is a very good coach as well. If Memphis is able to hang onto Tyreke Evans for some reason I think they could win it all. The problem that many coaches face is whether to hand out a scholarship to a player who will only be around for a year or to give one to recruit who will stick around for a few years and develop as a player. No matter how many freshmen Memphis may start this will be one team that no one will want to face next year or this year in the tournament.
They may have the best recruiting class, however, just because you get the top freshman doesn't mean you will be going to the final four or compete for a championship. Cousins and Henry are one and done players and it takes time develop players at the college basketball level so your school can compete for championships. Teams that end up going to final fours and championships are not loaded with freshman as starters (Kansas, Florida, North Carolina, UCLA, UConn, Memphis(Rose only starting freshman)).These teams were led by sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Memphis will also lose Robert Dozier, Tyreke Evans, and Antonio Anderson. Evans is one of those one and done freshman, but if he stays Memphis could have a chance with Cousins, Henry, and Taggart, the only returning starter. The bottom line is you don’t win with four freshmen and one senior.
A few teams over the past decade were able to make it to the championship game. Ohio State was able to make it to the championship with freshman Mike Conley, Dequan Cook, and Greg Oden a few years ago only to fall to an experienced Florida team that ended up repeating that year. Syracuse was able to win the championship with Carmelo Anthony, Hakim Warrick, and Gary McNamara sadly over my Kansas Jayhawks. I would not be surprised if Memphis goes undefeated in CUSA or if they get a 1 or 2 seed. Whether they make it far in the tourney next year will depend on how well the freshman grow, and play together throughout next year.
John Calipari is one of the best recruiters in all of college basketball and is a very good coach as well. If Memphis is able to hang onto Tyreke Evans for some reason I think they could win it all. The problem that many coaches face is whether to hand out a scholarship to a player who will only be around for a year or to give one to recruit who will stick around for a few years and develop as a player. No matter how many freshmen Memphis may start this will be one team that no one will want to face next year or this year in the tournament.
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