OUR VIEWS Hot or Not

HOT: Drop away

In years past, drop day came so fast that it was hard to take advantage of the freebie, but this year was a different story. Thanks to the efforts of student leaders last year, drop day was moved back two weeks this year. The later date enabled students to get out of bad situations faster than you can say “shaft.” With over 3,400 courses dropped, students can finally get a good night’s sleep and not fret over GPAs.

NOT: Not super timing

This week students have a tough decision to make-take a fall break or stick around for homecoming. Students shouldn’t have to choose between going on vacation or cheering for the Jackets. Organizers should have taken the timing into consideration before they planned this year’s festivities. For homecoming to remain a cherished tradition, it needs to serve as a diversion from classes, not vacations.

HOT: Give us shelter

Just when we had resigned ourselves to exposure to the elements while waiting for the Stinger and Trolley at Ferst & Atlantic, Tech surprised us by adding a bus shelter. No longer will students get drenched on rainy days in that area. Now if only someone could eliminate Trolley congestion.

NOT: Braves stomped

Coming off the heels of an exciting Tech win over Maryland, we had hoped to see our beloved Braves go on to the National League Championship Series. We had been looking forward to a possible matchup against the Red Sox or Yankees. Maybe next year will bring happier times for Chipper Jones and crew.