Insert Belltower Questions edit
1. What motivates you to edit the UCR article?
- I am motivated by presenting an accurate and truthful picture of the campus.
2. Do you feel it portrays UCR accurately? That nonwithstanding, do you think it portrays the school in a positive or negative light?
- Yes, I do feel that the article portrays UCR accurately, and in a neutral manner that is completely free of bias.
3. Some have accused you of having a bias, or not being fair. Then again, many of the editors who hope to make the article positive, have a conflict of interest considering they attend the school. What is your opinion on all of this? How would you respond to people's criticism?
- I would say many university articles have positive bias or "fluff" inserted there by alumi or students who want want to boost the school's image. I think the accusation of bias comes from a denial to see the campus's shortcomings. It is difficult for many people to look at their own faults, as well as the faults of the school that they attend.
4. If you could make any major change to the article or to the editing process, what would it be?
- I would make no changes to the article or the editing process.
5. Lastly, how do you feel about UC Riverside. Is it overrated and underperforming? Thoughts.
I think that UC Riverside has both good and bad qualities. I also think that UCR has the potential to improve in a areas that will help its reputation and standing as a national university. Insert-Belltower 17:50, 19 August 2006 (UTC)
I really appreciate you answering these questions. We have contacted people from both camps, and hopefully we can produce an article that fairly represents everyone.
I know you are trying to remain anonymous, but is there a chance I could at least get your age, and whether you attended UCR or not? I have to attribute the quotes to someone.
You can post the answers here, or email me at features@highlander.ucr.edu
Thank you very much.