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Show 16 - The Daily Utah Chronicle Friday, 5. June. 1998 Letters to the Editor Would You Be Offended If the Pope Spoke at U? You're Lucky to Hear Hinckley Dear Editor, I am writing in response to Shannon Quinn' s letter regarding President Gordon B. Hinckley speaking at graduation this year. I hardly see what President Hinckley stands for as being a mockery, to the University of Utah and a legiti- mate reason for him to not speak. I agree that the University of Utah is not a religious institution, but I could sec no better choice amongst public officials to "represent everyone as an individual," as stated by Quinn. President Hinckley is an internationally recognized leader. He stands at the head of an organization, whether called of God or chosen by his peers depending on how you believe, of 10 million members. That in and of itself is remarkable. I can't think of anyone that the university could find that has the capability to lead such a huge number of people, with differing cultures and lan has given throughout the world on the subject, instead of the guages. You must admit that for someone to accomplish this task, he would have to possess great leadership abilities. Quinn states that "the university encompasses a vast amount of brilliant minds of furthering the quest for knowledge." I agree totally, but I find myself disappointed that even those graduating do not know where Chronicle? enjoyed the Although speech you predicted from I President Hinckley, I doubt you will receive the anticipated biased speech from him. I would be nervous to put words into his mouth that you may non-membe- vices. I think we all need to ask ourselves how we would feel if end up eating after the ceremo- to look for correct information. You are about to head out into the world and be the future for America and yet you look to apostate Mormons and Dear Editor, I know this topic has already been beaten to a pulp, but I have just one final comment to make on the subject regarding President Hinckley speaking at graduation commencement ser- instead of President Hinckley, Pope John Paul II were speaking to .our graduating class. I believe most of us would be extremely excited to hear such a renowned individual speak to our humble school. He is an amazing person. He has traveled worldwide. He leads millions of people from Siberia to Guam. His very presence demands admiration. But wait, the Pope represents a religion, too. He is the leader ("president," if you will) of the Catholic church and we are a state school. Oh no! The mixing of state and church again! However, I do not think the ny. assure you Hinckley's agenda on graduation day will not be a Mormon propaganda rally, like those of Nazi Germany, but I rs rather sincere congratulations to gain "knowledge" about the Church of Jesus that those graduating deserve. Do not ruin your graduation by creating an issue that you have publicly proven you do not Saints. Christ of Latter-daTo hint to the fact that President Hinckley does not believe in women's rights is proof of your own ignorance. The importance of women in the church and in life has been one of Hinckley's main topics since he became the president of the church. Shannon, why don't you try and read some of President Hinckley's talks he y know much about. Enjoy the ceremony, and if nothing else, look upon him as a respected leader of millions. You are lucky he is coming. Lance Smith Sophomore "Catholic class of 1998 gradua- tion commencement." No, ' I believe the entire school would feel it an honor and privilege to hear the Pope speak. Having President Hinckley speak should be recognized as an honor equal to the Pope. He, too, is a world renowned individual who, unlike the Pope, actually graduated from our school. President Hinckley realizes that all of us who attend the U of U are not Mormon, but that docs not mean he will be preaching to the graduating class, attempting to convert every one of them. We need to look beyond President Hinckley's title of "President of the Mormon Church" and focus instead on Pre sident Hinckley, a man known throughout the world and a University of Utah Alumnus. Chelsea Hinckley Sophomore Social Sciences graduating class of the U would look at this as the Political Science Sasquatch from page 14 A Private Club for Members Don't have anything to do Sunday or Monday nights? to uoirsme tfhe Ladies get in free No cover on Monday Hip Hop PenrfiyS 71$ M oU Party, ffanoat ANY religion; it doesn't interest me. Everyone in their right mind knows the mark of Cain is not borne by Africans, but by the northwestern enigma, Sasquatch. Bigfoot is Cain's descendant. Duh. A quick comment of wrath about the University Writing Programs placement exam. I took it last summer to find out what writing class I would have to take fall quarter. I wrote an excellent essay (with thesis) arguing Larry Bird was such a great basketball player because he made the effort to spend several hours daily in the gym besides what was required of him by his coaches. five-paragrap- h The undergraduates who cri- tiqued my essay to decide what class I would attend saw fit that I go to REMEDIAL Writing 111. My teacher in that class was awesome, and I busted an A. So I went on to AVERAGE Writing 112. There again my instructor was excellent, but we more or less just repeated the syllabus from Phlebotomy Learning Center Founded 1 992 could have taken the Liberal We offer: A CENTER my remedial writing days. I tell this painful story to make two points: One, Larry Bird essays deserve automatic placement in at least Writing 112. And two, the people who saw fit to place me in Writing 111 fudged up my entire first year up here because if they had put me in 112, like they should with any paper involving Larry Bird, I course in comprehensive blood drawing An externship to achieve certification that is widely recognized by hospitals, clinics and doctors Job placement referrals six-wee- k, 27-ho- ur Information on the National Certification Test mm wm$m$$$4 Education Accelerated Program (LEAP free plug). This program permits students to take care of all their liberal education requirements their first year at school. Since couldn't make this pronow find myself without direction and I hold the two readers of my sweet Larry Bird gram. I I essay personally responsible. Don't be surprised if Cain's descendants (Sasquatch) come knocking at your door soon. - Tim McCoy Almost Sophomore Undecided |