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Ashes to ashes: negligence of Maura “smokers” porch | 04/24/08 |
For the past four years, I have often wondered why the university allows the front porch on the second floor of Maura Hall to remain somewhat unkempt. This porch is commonly referred to as the “smoker’s porch” because it is the main gathering place for smoker’s on campus when they are between classes or taking a break from homework.
The furniture, despite the recent paint job, is old, dirty, and broken down. In fact, when meeting on the porch for class this week, my professor almost fell from attempting to sit on a chair that was, in fact, broken. The ashtrays are overflowing, and the ground of the porch is covered in cigarette butts. |
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The end is near - take cover | 04/19/08 |
After four years, I’m a senior and I’m finally leaving. When I had my portfolio review, I got the feeling that the school had prepared me to leave and was pushing me out the door. After all the papers, presentations, hastily thrown together reflections and meaningless PowerPoints, it’s really almost over. I think I will miss this place.
And here’s where I make my big confession: I really do like Seton Hill. It’s just that over the past few years, the minor things that shouldn’t normally get to a person have begun to itch at the back of my brain. Every place has a tendency to do that when you live, work, eat and exist all in the same acre. This place has been my home, but it becomes frustrating when Seton Hill seems like it’s growing uncontrollably. |
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A Moment of Truth | 04/17/08 |
| In the words of Jim Morrison: "This is the end, beautiful friend, the end." The last issue of the university newspaper has reared its head from the depths of the basement of the Publications Office. Arriving into the hands of a variety of people on the campus of Seton Hill University (SHU), and perhaps eventually the garbage can? |
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Skateboarding, saftey, and SHU | 04/03/08 |
Spring is in the air, and the change in seasons means a shift in extracurricular activities at Seton Hill University (SHU).
While frantically searching for a space to park in Lot A recently, I heard the familiar sounds of skateboard wheels gracing the pavement. I instantly became tense at the thought of trying to maneuver around skateboarders, aside from pedestrians who sometimes seem to appear out of thin air, and maniac drivers searching for the same ever elusive Lot A spot. This semester marks my fourth year at SHU, and skateboarding on campus, to my knowledge, is a relatively new pastime as of last spring. |
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All I wanted was a mocha frappuccino | 03/13/08 |
While sitting in the Publications Office in the lower level of Sullivan Hall producing the very issue you are reading right now, I had a sudden Frappuccino urge. Mainly, I needed the caffeine - but I also longed for some mocha to grace my palette.
Thankfully for me (or so I thought) there are two vending machines at the end of the hall after making a left out of the Publications Office door. |
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SHU speaks: modern language benefits | 02/14/08 |
“Modern languages are a window and door to the world; they connect you with other cultures, they keep you informed about other customs, traditions, history, politics, and make you more intelligent and aware of the ever-changing aspects of our present society,” said Judith Garcia-Quismondo, professor of Spanish at Seton Hill University (SHU).
As a student with eight years of Spanish under my belt, I agree that incorporating modern languages into the curriculum is crucial to a well-rounded education. For high school students, modern languages are of importance because most universities require at least two years of a language in order for students to be accepted into their program of choice. Every student entering SHU must have a modern language on his or her high school transcript, or they are required to take one at some point in order to graduate.
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Thanksgiving, the forgotten holiday? | 11/29/07 |
Less than two weeks ago, Americans celebrated a holiday that has been celebrated (officially or not) since the colonial days. Thanksgiving is a day for reflection, appreciation and food. Perhaps more emphasis is put on the food, but reflection and appreciation certainly are sure to follow a good, hearty meal.
So why is it that I helped my family put up the Christmas tree on this day? Why did I, as of November 22, already have a stack of Christmas presents either in my possession or ready to be sent via Amazon.com and eBay? Why do so many people treat Thanksgiving as a sort of pre-game for the holidays, and a kick-off for Christmas? |
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