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Old 03-27-2019, 01:50 PM   #650
Weitz
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Originally Posted by troutman View Post
One component of the UCP platform I really don't like is allowing College students to opt out of Student Associations (and fees). This could cripple campus radio, tv and newspapers, that rely on the student levys for funding. These media are important in the community for airing alternative voices. Volunteers at these outlets gain excellent experience that can lead to great job opportunities.

Page 6:
https://www.albertastrongandfree.ca/...eclaration.pdf

Ford has done something similar in Ontario, and it is a big existential threat to these stations and newspapers.

https://www.ncra.ca/news/press-relea...99s-fee-policy
When I was in school years ago probably the only thing every student I know of complained about was the mandatory fees for the crap they never used. Reason being is you are already paying a ton for schooling period, you shouldn't have to pay for these clubs/things that only a select few enjoy and take part in.
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