Cutting Class
Utah colleges are cutting general education requirements—a long-overdue step toward making college shorter, cheaper and more flexible for students.
By reducing required credits, the Utah System of Higher Education is helping students save time and money while allowing them to focus on what matters most. No two students are the same, yet requiring a rigid set of general education courses treats them as if they are.
With fewer required credits, students have more freedom to tailor their education. They can dive into their major sooner or explore other courses that genuinely interest them, without being boxed into unnecessary requirements.
General education classes have long been seen as little more than a checklist. As one student commented online, these courses often feel like a waste of time that could be spent honing their skills and focusing on their major.
This policy is a strong start, but it doesn't go far enough. The reduction eliminates just three classes—barely a dent. Utah should take the next step, cutting more general education requirements to make higher education truly efficient, affordable and meaningful for every student.
JON ENGLAND
Libertas Institute
A Christmas Message
This Advent an Angel from high came to see me,
With Words of Wisdom from atop our Christmas tree.
"No anti-humanity during this season,
Just Peace and Compassion with soulful Reason."
To be not against everything but for something,
To seek Grace for all and Peace for thyself.
No angry tirades festering thoughts Negative,
Only deep introspection to think Positive.
A brief hiatus from our Exclusive curse,
To celebrate this time with Inclusive verse.
Be glad, thankful and joyful for all that is good,
Know that we all suffer challenges in brotherhood.
This sabbatical respite may even endure,
To be the mantra for our lives evermore!
GEORGE KIBILDIS
Sparta, New Jersey
"Project Censored—Part I" Dec. 26 Cover Story
One never reported story: The number of people who die every year from denied insurance coverage.
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"The Grand Chasm," Dec. 19 Private Eye
At least President Trump didn't cheat his way to office—unlike Gov. Cocks.
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"Breaking the News," Dec. 12 Cover Story
Not good. Any administration—local or national—that is hostile to journalism is clearly working to hide things from the people. While KSL has always been biased toward the right, this is an indication of the level of malice we can expect for the next four years.
MIKE CORONELLA
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X is the best source for accurate, relevant, balanced information. The fragile and failed left for Bluesky!
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