The Importance Of Freedom Of Expression Transition From The Military To College

I had originally thought higher education and military service were mutually exclusive until I learned about the top level education provided at the various officer academies. I highly value knowledge and intellect and have always strived to distinguish myself from others in the areas of mathematics and science. I believe that the Naval Academy will provide me a an excellent learning environment with other cadets that also value education, hard work, and moral integrity. The academy also gives me an opportunity to become a commissioned Naval Officer. Becoming a Naval Officer and serving the country in the U.S. Navy will help me become a more knowledgeable and stronger individual, allow me protect this country while honoring all the men and women who have served in this nation's military since 1775, and making sure this country’s veteran’s sacrifices were not in

Greek life, made up of sororities and fraternities, is prominent in many universities and colleges throughout the United States. Greek life is on all types of campuses ranging from public to private, and especially Ivy League schools. Those who choose to participate in Greek life have the opportunity to become members of sororities and fraternities specific to gender, religions, races, and even majors. Colleges and universities in the South have strong Greek life with many undergraduate students participating, and at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, twenty percent of undergraduates participate in Greek life. For many, Greek life is an important facet of their college experience. Getting involved in Greek life provides students with many opportunities, such as an expansion of their social circle, involvement in community service, and leadership opportunities. In addition, the students who participate in Greek life are less likely to drop out. While participating in Greek life provides students with benefits, downsides also occur on college campuses. Serious dangers range from hazing to drug and alcohol or abuse, or even sexual assault.

However, if you are looking to be more connected on your college campus and to automatically belong to a sense of community, joining a sorority is the perfect fit for you. Delta Gamma claims its mission is to “foster ideals of friendship among women”, and it is fairly clear through the public discourse, as well as the discourse meant specifically for Delta Gamma’s, that community and friendship is something that is cherished within the organization. Joining a sorority means that you are a part of traditions that have been around for decades, thus being connected to something bigger than yourself. A sorority isn’t just something you do for your four years in college, but it is something that you use as a networking tool and a bond of friendship for as long as you live. It also means having a forever snow cone run partner, new opportunities to plug yourself into, and girls who are always there to comment how good you look on your Instagram photos. Those these things may seem infantile, they are super important and go a long way in making you feel like you are at home at your university, and that is the exact goal of any sorority. If any of this sounds appealing to you, there should be no hesitation in

Free speech is the fundamental right, almost assumed as a divine ordinance on humans. Preliminary development of free speech starts at universities. Though considered an integral part of academic institutions and student intellectual growth, in the recent past there is growing intolerance for free speech ‘opinions’ expressed through different mediums. This paper compares two texts, “Free speech is flunking out on college campuses” by Catherine Rampell, and “Restoring free speech on campus” by Geoffrey R. Stone and Will Creeley. This paper argues that any text, without provisioning a counter narrative for the core argument, is lacking in its sense of completeness and ability to pre-resolve reactionary dissent.

Sororities and fraternities are becoming more influential on college campuses and among the professional world. Over 730 schools across the United States have the Greek life system and there are several different fraternities and sororities on each college campus. Many Americans have extremely different opinions about Greek life as a whole. Although many say it is all about partying, there are many pros and cons to joining Greek life. Greek life can be a very good experience in college, it is whatever people make it.

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion regarding free speech on college campuses. Our first amendment gives us the right of Free Speech but many groups retain the ability to censor it within their own organisation, such as in the workplace and in both public and private lower education. I believe that the ability should be extended to colleges and universities (both public and private). Students should have the right to be at school while feeling physically safe. An example of this right being violated because of someone else’s “free speech” was last spring at American University in which bananas were strung up on nooses around campus with AKA (a historically-black sorority) labeled on them the day after AU’s first black female student

As a member of the United States military, there are times that the very freedoms that are being defended are not extended to those sailors and soldiers that are in charge of that task. One of those freedoms is freedom of speech. As a veteran of the United States Navy, I find the limitation of speech for a member of the military to be contradictory at best. The very fact that members of the armed forces cannot speak freely about government officials, as well as government issues that affect their lives, seems to be controversial because it limits one of the freedoms these sailors and soldiers have vowed to protect. To oppose the right of free speech of any member of the military takes away from the importance of the job they do. It has been argued that a member of the military should be mindful of whom they work for and the chain of command that orders come from, and that any display of dissatisfaction can be seen as disobedience or even treason.

The Military did not only teach me discipline, it has taught me perseverance: to commit to a goal and succeed. To be able to succeed, as an Airman, I have to practice the AF Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. I live up to these values every day of my life, whether I am wearing my uniform or not; therefore, I know that they are the same values that will assist me in succeeding in the program. Integrity is doing the right thing (especially) when no one is looking. Studying in an online-based setting will surely challenge me because I will have to manage my time wisely and multitask, however, I have been trained to have a “no excuses” mentality, to deal with situations as they are presented, to figure out how to adapt to and/or overcome road blocks, and achieve the goal, and put my best foot forward while doing it: excellence in all we do. Nevertheless, the very experience that I believe has prepared me for the rigorous programs of CSU-Global is taking the first step in becoming an Airman, which is taking an oath, an oath that I will put others before myself. When I left for Basic Military or “boot camp”, I also left my husband and my infant child. Putting my goal before my family was not an easy thing to do but I have sacrificed because I took an oath, because leaving them for a year will be for the greater good. It was my personal goal to serve the country honorably in whatever capacity I can, thus, Service Before Self. I know that I set this goal and I plan to finish it with

A college education is an essential step towards a successful military career. To some enlisted members, continuing or starting a college education may seem difficult to do. My decision to continue a college education was easy. Being stationed at an Air Base for a year has given me an opportunity to do so without being sidetracked by some of life’s daily responsibilities. Since it is an unaccompanied tour and I have no choice but to live in dorms, going to college is much easier then back in the states. Being stationed here has given me great opportunity to dedicate all my free time towards a college degree. After going to the Education Center I was very pleased. Right now the Air Force will pay one hundred percent of my college tuition

The words, ideas and subject that may cause offense or discomfort should not be removed from campuses. The ideas, words and subjects that are taught in campuses are the reality of the world. There are some things that can’t be changed; especially if it is the truth. So if students aren’t willing to understand that there are ideas that go against their beliefs, they truly have a rude awakening waiting for them.

I struggled with deciding on whether or not I should go back to school . One day it just hit me this is something I have to do because I hate starting things and not finishing them . I have a son to provide for and I want to be a positive influence in his life by not only talking the talk but also walking the walk. My grandparents both had college degrees and they lived a comfortable lifestyle while I have watched those that don't struggle a little bit more financially over their lives. A degree for me would help me move up the rank structure in the military faster as well as give me more opportunities on the civilian side as well. As a military veteran with a college degree,my leadership skills would be undeniable

College is supposed to be a place where students can share their opinions according to Michael Melia in his editorial “At U.S colleges, a failing grade in free speech.” Melia believes freedom of speech is an essential part of every college experience; however, administrators and students are censoring that free speech in order to preserve the feelings of others. The college administrators and students want to provide a safe space for all of the students, but Melia believes keeping students safe is also keeping their intellect underdeveloped. Although many would say they agree with Melia, I don’t believe he understand the consequences of free speech.

Hi Stacy, this was an interesting article to read. I, too, found an article on free speech about college students and their rights to speak concerning the First Amendment. I believe in speaking up and speaking out, for what’s right. Moreover, I agree with Greg Lukianoff when he mentions college and universities will succeed if they help students to understand the importance of free speech, by being good models. Also, a good point you make is, students should tolerate and allow key speakers to attend their colleges and allow them to speak. Good article!

Just like any young teenager nearing high school graduation, I faced multiple life changing decisions and now after 26 years of military service, I still believe that I made the right decision. At the time of graduation, I did not envision college in my future. I was not fond of school and was looking to gain experience in life when it happened; I met a U.S. Army recruiter who communicated too me, you could do just that in the Army. I was not a stellar performer in school, but neither had I failed any classes, I merely wanted something different.

You know what would be annoying? If everyone around you kept warning you of the potential dangers of playing football and then on the walk to class you get tackled by a linebacker. This is essentially how free speech is handled on campuses. Trigger warnings are plastered on every bulletin board and newsletter just so that you can be bombarded when you least expect it. As an inalienable right, limitations on free speech are limited, especially on a university campus. From the general misuse of free speech by speakers themselves to the assumption that limiting students is a valid solution, freedom of speech is overly mishandled. The best solution is to limit exposure by limiting where on campus colleges set the stage for presentations. It’s avoiding building S is easier than avoiding tabling efforts outside your classroom.