Distance education up for second reading

I read the column by Chad Rhoades entitled “Online classes should not replace traditional learning.” Adding some of his own interesting points, Mr. Rhoades brings to light an important issue that impacts our academic community. This column attracted my attention because there are proposed plans which would support the elimination of the distance education fee and the addition of online sections specifically for full-time students living near the University. While I am always in support of initiatives to decrease unnecessary student fees, I feel that these plans may have profound implications on our University and should not be approved in haste. I encourage all students to read the NC State Student Senate Resolution 48, “Removing the DE Tuition Penalty Act” online at students.ncsu.edu, and join the student conversation by voicing any concern or support they may have during the time allotted for open floor comments from the student body at the upcoming Student Senate meeting on Wednesday at 7:30 PM in the Student Senate Chambers (201 Witherspoon Student Center), where this legislation will come up for second reading. Thank you.

Adam Hughes

junior, communications