<p>Guys, guys - come on. These forums are built on the same thing that the Academy revolves around: respect.</p>
<p>Here’s what I can tell you. First of all, I actually think the restriction, short-lived as it was, was effective. I saw a definite improvement in decorum among my classmates. Secondly, the majority of the class is doing just fine. 95% of the current four degrees aren’t creating any sort of real problems, but of course, the other 5% make everyone look terrible. It really is a shame that a few rotten apples spoil the whole bunch (or however that saying goes). Lastly, I wouldn’t be too quick to place the blame for our decorum on the shoulders of our upperclassmen. The blame should rest primarily with those who are messing up, namely us. Sure, the upper three classes may be held partially accountable in certain situations, but we as a class need to take responsibilty for our own mistakes.</p>
<p>Now, this thread has gone a little too far. I personally know the majority of my classmates who post on these forums, and every one of them is in the aforementioned 95%. In attempt to close the thread, let me say the following. Some of our classmates whine too much. Some of our classmates have poor decorum. Some upperclassmen contribute to the problem by failing to correct us when we mess up. This year’s four degrees aren’t perfect - no freshman class ever will be. However, the vast majority of us want to be here and are consistently putting in the effort. Teamwork is a concept we’re working on, and, from my point of view, the class as a whole is improving. Can we let this thread go now please?</p>