OPINION: Rising textbook prices exacerbates the rich-poor divide on college campuses | Opinion | technicianonline.com

"The cost of textbooks is just another way that our current system exacerbates inequality. The growing cost of higher education is already creating unbelievable financial burdens, materials for classes should not follow suit.

Learning styles vary and students should choose whatever option makes the most academic and financial sense to them personally. I learn much better with academic articles and have never been one to enjoy the pleasures of reading a textbook. However, if you are the type of person who needs to highlight or write in a new book and that enriches your learning experience, buy the dang book! Otherwise, rent it or buy it used and revel in your money saved.

In the meantime, I am hoping NC State will continue to fund initiatives to make educational resources more open and available to provide its students an equal opportunity for learning."