University of Virginia Library

"Blatant Inconsistencies"

"The honor thing seems to work here
though there are unjustifiable inconsistencies."
The most blatant inconsistency, in Miss Scott's
mind, is that it is now permissible to lie when
buying liquor. She feels that this "weakens the
whole system."

In addition, Miss Scott commented that "
An honor system is superfluous because honor
is something an individual should determine for
himself. A system should not be imposed on
him."

When questioned on the overall student
reception to her presence at the University,
Miss Scott commented that "there has been
some verbal abuse (from the student body), but
this gave me a chance to clarify my position. I'd
rather that students come out into the open
and approach me with their views than just
keep silent."