Right now my roommate Michael is being "informed" about this awesome job oppurtunity about how to become rich in five years, driving his dream car, and owning his own house. This kid calls up Michael and says, "hey, you have some time for me to ask you somethin?" to which Michael thinks, "sure, one question over the phone". This guy then asks, "Where do you live?" That explains why he is here, some sketchy
Ok, so my computer got on the fritz yesterday. Therefore my commentary has stopped on this event. I apologize to all viewers.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Through the Fog
The week before exams is named "dead week". There are several meanings of this by students on campus. This semester I would describe it as the pleasant definition of a week with no work. Since my workload was quote, dead, I subconsciously decided that I did not need to get ahead of my study schedule for finals. The past week has been a great deal of wasted time for the most part, and of course it is linked with the Thanksgiving break we had the previous week.
So, this week is the the first of finals; the first test of freshmen character and dignity. For myself, I am eager to get to campus and watch them flock to the library, which is foreign to them, and destroy the comfort of those who have called the building a second home. I don't want to call it that myself, but I have spent a good deal of this semester there, including weekends. I don't really appreciate crowded long tables or the mile long line to the Hill of Beans, but I will take time to reflect on my first experience with finals on the collegiate level, and probably laugh at the kids searching for someone to explain the semester's material in 15 minutes. Those were the days...
So, this week is the the first of finals; the first test of freshmen character and dignity. For myself, I am eager to get to campus and watch them flock to the library, which is foreign to them, and destroy the comfort of those who have called the building a second home. I don't want to call it that myself, but I have spent a good deal of this semester there, including weekends. I don't really appreciate crowded long tables or the mile long line to the Hill of Beans, but I will take time to reflect on my first experience with finals on the collegiate level, and probably laugh at the kids searching for someone to explain the semester's material in 15 minutes. Those were the days...
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
The Rumble Strips
Since my last post I have made it through that special week and only failed one test. Although only failing one test is an improvement for me, it still brings a concern to the class. Even though my grade in that class is supported with decent homework grades and an average test grade, the destiny of the course is not yet decided.
Ok, I'm getting tired of writing about my classes and I'm sure you're getting the same vibe. Let me think... This semester has been the shortest out every year, and I don't really know why. Is it because I'm keeping myself busy with schoolwork, IM sports, or Campus Crusade? Possibly. But all I know is that I am going to miss the fall semester; the changing of colors, the transition of cold weather without heat to save rent money, the extra hour for daylight saving time, watching the freshmen adjust to the uneven bricks and city size university, and most of all... the NC State Volleyball games.
If you know my name, then it should already be obvious that I'm a big volleyball fan. And with that, being a fan of NCSU you get used to getting screwed over by officials and losing in general. Although I accept this as an inevitability, I know there are many who haven't made it there yet. The volleyball team has impressed me this year in a great amount. Not because they wear those tight, spandex shorts... ... ... Wait, what was I saying? Oh, right. This year they have crushed their ACC losing streak. It has been around four years I believe since a ACC win. So girls, here is my personal statement of gratitude. You have made it a pleasure this year to come to the home games and watch you all play. I even caught two shirts during the "half-time" periods. Keep working hard, I know in the next couple of seasons the program will grow far better than we have been in the past.
Ok, so my attempt with the title metaphor in this post hasn't been achieved yet. So in effort to continue it I would like to say that the "rumble strips" since my last post have been just getting through all the work and what frustration school generally brings. Go NCSU Volleyball Team!
Ok, I'm getting tired of writing about my classes and I'm sure you're getting the same vibe. Let me think... This semester has been the shortest out every year, and I don't really know why. Is it because I'm keeping myself busy with schoolwork, IM sports, or Campus Crusade? Possibly. But all I know is that I am going to miss the fall semester; the changing of colors, the transition of cold weather without heat to save rent money, the extra hour for daylight saving time, watching the freshmen adjust to the uneven bricks and city size university, and most of all... the NC State Volleyball games.
If you know my name, then it should already be obvious that I'm a big volleyball fan. And with that, being a fan of NCSU you get used to getting screwed over by officials and losing in general. Although I accept this as an inevitability, I know there are many who haven't made it there yet. The volleyball team has impressed me this year in a great amount. Not because they wear those tight, spandex shorts... ... ... Wait, what was I saying? Oh, right. This year they have crushed their ACC losing streak. It has been around four years I believe since a ACC win. So girls, here is my personal statement of gratitude. You have made it a pleasure this year to come to the home games and watch you all play. I even caught two shirts during the "half-time" periods. Keep working hard, I know in the next couple of seasons the program will grow far better than we have been in the past.
Ok, so my attempt with the title metaphor in this post hasn't been achieved yet. So in effort to continue it I would like to say that the "rumble strips" since my last post have been just getting through all the work and what frustration school generally brings. Go NCSU Volleyball Team!
Monday, November 3, 2008
The Continuation
The life of a student can be quite simple in the grand scheme of things; take classes, study, pass them, take more classes, study, and graduate. I assume most people would agree with me about this "job title" of the student. Of course this definition regards the responsibilities of the the student and not what actually the person experiences; e.g. binge drinking is not one of the requirements of being a student.
The reason of which I have taken the effort in stating the life of a student is to establish a foundation of which to view my current week here at NC State. Every so often, a student is lucky enough to have exams and homework assignments piled into the same week. I am this "lucky" student. This week I have two physics exams (one in quantum mechanics, and the other in electrodynamics), a six problem assignment for electrodynamics (one problem equals an hour or more), an exam in numerical analysis, and a reading assignment for my religion class: Christianity vs. Evolution.
As much as I would like to complain about my week, I should not and will refrain from doing so as long as possible. Although the student life is much more complex and far more stressful than the previous definition, it is a great time to have; not because of the lack of discipline accepted in class or the continued prolonging of the "real world", but because God has a plan for all of us. Whether this plan is to take quantum physics or PE, He is in control and will be able to reveal Himself to us in every class, day, or break we have in college.
In hopes of passing along encouragement, I will go along with what class shall bring my way and give all I have as I rely on God for the knowledge that the assignments and exams require. If I do graduate on time with a BS in Physics, there will be and probably already are individuals that know that that accomplishment came through with some divine interaction woven into it. :-)
The reason of which I have taken the effort in stating the life of a student is to establish a foundation of which to view my current week here at NC State. Every so often, a student is lucky enough to have exams and homework assignments piled into the same week. I am this "lucky" student. This week I have two physics exams (one in quantum mechanics, and the other in electrodynamics), a six problem assignment for electrodynamics (one problem equals an hour or more), an exam in numerical analysis, and a reading assignment for my religion class: Christianity vs. Evolution.
As much as I would like to complain about my week, I should not and will refrain from doing so as long as possible. Although the student life is much more complex and far more stressful than the previous definition, it is a great time to have; not because of the lack of discipline accepted in class or the continued prolonging of the "real world", but because God has a plan for all of us. Whether this plan is to take quantum physics or PE, He is in control and will be able to reveal Himself to us in every class, day, or break we have in college.
In hopes of passing along encouragement, I will go along with what class shall bring my way and give all I have as I rely on God for the knowledge that the assignments and exams require. If I do graduate on time with a BS in Physics, there will be and probably already are individuals that know that that accomplishment came through with some divine interaction woven into it. :-)
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Roadside Trouble: Choosing the Path
In recent discovery of my own mistakes, I have decided to stop the prolonging and finally develop myself as a vernacular powerhouse. Today I reached a T-intersection in my pre professional career and in hopes of exercising my vast vocabulary I encourage you to continue my struggle as a competitive blogger.
So, since this is indeed my first official blogging experience I have decided to type this post in the nude. Yes, I know what you're thinking... so stop it, because the next time you see this you will be wanting more. The reason for the nakedness is the sole fact of the metaphor I wish to portray. As the first experience in the blogging world I wanted to experience it as a newborn, completely innocent and with an infinite amount of ignorance.
So bear with me as I put forth this effort to explain my daily activities and minuscule experiences throughout my time here.
So, since this is indeed my first official blogging experience I have decided to type this post in the nude. Yes, I know what you're thinking... so stop it, because the next time you see this you will be wanting more. The reason for the nakedness is the sole fact of the metaphor I wish to portray. As the first experience in the blogging world I wanted to experience it as a newborn, completely innocent and with an infinite amount of ignorance.
So bear with me as I put forth this effort to explain my daily activities and minuscule experiences throughout my time here.
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