Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? University athletic departments should receive the same amount of funding as university libraries. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer |
As society becomes more diverse and complicated, the acquisition of extensive knowledge is essential. Thus, the universities, as treasure houses of knowledge, should be well equipped with facilities thoes are useful for learning, mainly books. However, there is the thing that we must not forget. Not only good mental but also physical well-being should be considered for a better life because body has enormous effects on mental. Thus, I consent with the idea that university athletic departments should receive the same amount of funding as university libraries.
Most importantly, students do have little time for exercising as their university days are mostly spent in libraries by reading books or studyng lectures. This tough university life makes students have weak body which later would influence their mind. 'A sound mind in a sound body' is already a well-known proverb emphasising the importance of body. Thus, it is a good idea to have facilities for exercising where students can keep their body healthy. Consquently, university athletic departments should be funded as libraries are.
Secondly, there might be students who wish to exercise but do not have enough money to go gym or swimming. I, myself, always consider my health and try to do the exercise. However, it is not easy to find a proper place to exercise. Around my university, there are only a few fitness clubs, and what is more, is quite expensive. Thus, equipping facilities in school where can easily be reached and let students use it would be great. I think universities have responsibility for mental and physical growth of students to some extent. Hence, as a welfare work, it is considered to be a good idea for universities to take this responsibility.
To sum up, modern life is becoming more harsh and difficult so the need to obtain knowledge also becomes important. However, as keeping good body condition is directly connected to the mental condition and for students who are willing to exercise with not enough ability to pay the expenses, it is recommended that the universities should take this responsibility by funding athletic department. |