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You say you want a revolution
Students often complain their voices are not heard, and more often than not, that is sadly the case. We at The Maine Campus were pleased to hear of recent instances where students came together to affect positive and substantial change.
The extension of hours at several vending locations within Memorial Union is both uplifting and encouraging – specifically because the administration listened to those they serve and moved to address those issues. Students require the Union for the service and assistance to offset the often hectic study and work schedules. The Union is a place for all members of the University to come together and commingle. Severely limiting access was an oversight, and we are thankful for the change.
Dean of Students Robert Dana, Dining Services Director Ed Nase and Student Auxiliary Services are to be commended for their efforts to improve the University of Maine’s student-centered atmosphere.
Another example of students affecting change is Headstart’s decision to donate its check from its Rock Against Rape performance to Rape Response Services. Headstart, motivated by a mention in a Sept. 16 Maine Campus article, donated all of its proceeds from the show, indicating that the members of the band were not “money-grubbing” in the least.
It is notable to mention that the only bands that received checks were Headstart and As Fast As, while Vague Valentine, Almost Home, Stoplight Rehearsal and Now Transmission played au gratis. We should remember RAR’s main objective: to promote rape awareness and to rock out.
Kudos to all bands for their commitment to a great cause, and kudos to Headstart members for speaking their mind and letting their voices be heard.
Maybe it’s a sign of things to come. Maybe UMaine will become the bastion of social and moral change that so many college students want to see in their university. Only you can make things happen. Be an instrument of social change – no matter how big or small – rather than the voice for it.
Bangor Daily News