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October 24, 2009
The Green Referendum; I don't entirely live here anymore, but I don't entirely not live here either; and why Barnardians aren't allowed microwaves in their rooms.
The Life Pastoral (With Pictures!)
October 23, 2009
In this post: on-campus fall breaks, laziness, pan-seared steak recipes, Spike Jonze v. Spike Lee, Oberlin Levittown, a shameless plug for the Wilder Voice website, cornfields, yes, that's right, more on cornfields.
History Takes a Visit
October 22, 2009
This week, I gave a tour to the direct descendant of John F. Oberlin. In my head, I pictured an irritated blond, infuriated by my foolish blathering and my inability to discuss Oberlin achievements in conversational French. (Warning: Entry includes bears.)
Intramural soccer and its silver screen potential.
October 21, 2009
How movies have forever skewed my view of competitive sports.
The Ongoing Story of My Epic Roadtrip: Part One
October 21, 2009
"Let's go on a roadtrip over fall break! We shouldn't make any plans - just get into the car and go!" "The South! I've never really been there, and I've always wanted to."
Research rocks.
October 20, 2009
The life of a scholar is truly fulfilling, both in the mind and the belly.
In Sickness and in Health
October 20, 2009
The drugs, plus several more days of going to bed at grandma hours, eventually cured me.
The Next Best Thing
October 19, 2009
One of the benefits of working at a college or university is having access to some of the best writers, scientists, academicians, researchers, musicians, artists, social reformers, environmentalists, and politicians of the day.
Essays and Sunshine Scouts
October 19, 2009
Setting: Science Center Atrium, Thursday, October 15, Midterm week. Joe begins typing his 5th page of a roughly 6-page paper...
Culture Festival
October 18, 2009
Various student organizations and groups had tables set up around Tappan Square, with food and activities available from their respective cultures.
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