That is the
topic of our upcoming Rockhampton campus Great debate. I for one am
particularly looking forward to adjudicating the action, as we have two lively
teams made up of academics, managers and students go head-to-head.
This is a
fantastic event which adds vibrancy to the campus and brings everyone together
through mostly light-hearted banter.
I’m
particularly interested to hear the arguments from each side of the debate, as
I believe both have their merits.
On one hand
there is the argument that students shouldn’t be paid to study because
graduates tend to have a greater earning potential in the workforce than many
of the taxpayers who would pay their way. Then there is the alternative
argument that students should be paid to study as it is difficult to maintain
academic excellence while combining study with part-time or full-time work.
Whatever side
of the debate you are on I certainly encourage anyone on the Rockhampton Campus
this Thursday to come along and watch this lively and entertaining discussion
as it takes place over lunch in the amphitheatre.
We will also
be holding a fundraising BBQ on the day with proceeds going to the Salaam
Baalak Trust in India (come along for a snag and stay for the debate!).
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