A thing of conscience? Or, nothing at all.
It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I speak on behalf of Dalhousie students when I say that we, together, support the Dawgfather's continued occupancy in front of our Student Union Building. And why wouldn't we? The Dawgfather is an institution on campus, catering to both the plight of Dalhousie students' stretched budgets and desperate need for mutual social ties that constitute University spirit and identity.
That's the Dalhousie Student Union's official stand, and that's the fact of the matter. So, if you're on the Dawgfather's team, you're with us right? Evidently, not in all cases.
There is a movement (of the Facebook variety) comprised of 500+ (or 4% of) Dalhousie students which subscribe to the belief that "the Halifax city council and the DSU is trying to get tha Dawgfather off campus!" In spite of repeated attempts to question the movement's blatant misrepresentation and prejudicial slant, I've seen each of my posts removed. Hmm...
Perhaps it's the inherent jadedness of my political science and journalism backgrounds shimmering through but, in my opinion, parodies of reality within popular media contribute to much of the world's confusion - and our student community isn't exempt from any universal rules.
So, here, something real (edit: possibilities, based on my own ideas)
As for you Facebook protestors, I can't deduce your agenda, but I would suggest investing your time in more progressive forms of advocacy (the world's problems are not going to be solved on Facebook, quote me).
The faults of the Dalhousie community can be best solved in a practical manner - it's fundamental and basic, just get involved.
Update: Ezra, Mike and I talk about the Dawgfather on DSU Now, our weekly radio talk show, Mondays 3:30PM-5PM CLICK HERE
That's the Dalhousie Student Union's official stand, and that's the fact of the matter. So, if you're on the Dawgfather's team, you're with us right? Evidently, not in all cases.
There is a movement (of the Facebook variety) comprised of 500+ (or 4% of) Dalhousie students which subscribe to the belief that "the Halifax city council and the DSU is trying to get tha Dawgfather off campus!" In spite of repeated attempts to question the movement's blatant misrepresentation and prejudicial slant, I've seen each of my posts removed. Hmm...
Perhaps it's the inherent jadedness of my political science and journalism backgrounds shimmering through but, in my opinion, parodies of reality within popular media contribute to much of the world's confusion - and our student community isn't exempt from any universal rules.
So, here, something real (edit: possibilities, based on my own ideas)
- The Halifax Regional Municipality owns the sidewalk where the DawgfatherSince keeping the Dawgfather within close quarters is the priority of Dalhousie students, it is - by default - our priority. And I would welcome any transparent discussion on the comment section of this blog for all to see (no posts will be removed).
conducts business in front of the S.U.B. This is not University or Dalhousie
Student Union property (interesting fact: The Dawgfather makes an appearance
in DAL's recruitment video, which we believe to be an acknowledgement of his
contributions to campus).
- We are willing to meet with students, or the Dawgfather (who has been
approached), about how we can lend our time to help end his difficulties.
- We are willing to entertain the possibility of a Dawgfather Appreciation
Day on campus, if there is sufficient interest.
- The DSU Executive, as your student representatives, are fully committed to
any initiative students feel is vital. Let us know, and get involved. Can't
wait to see you.
As for you Facebook protestors, I can't deduce your agenda, but I would suggest investing your time in more progressive forms of advocacy (the world's problems are not going to be solved on Facebook, quote me).
The faults of the Dalhousie community can be best solved in a practical manner - it's fundamental and basic, just get involved.
Update: Ezra, Mike and I talk about the Dawgfather on DSU Now, our weekly radio talk show, Mondays 3:30PM-5PM CLICK HERE
posted by Anonymous at 11:16 a.m.
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