High gas prices hurt students - Michael Kincheloe, The Collegian

Students are once again noticing that their wallets are getting lighter as gasoline prices continue to soar. The average price of a gallon of gas crossed into $4 territory last week, and quite a few of them are feeling the strain. Many are driving shorter distances, eliminating trips and in some cases, looking for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. “It makes me just want to sell my truck and get a car,” Fresno State student Anthony Velasquez said.