I just got back from my first real U of C party... it was a blast. It was technically a "transfers party" but a couple of O-Aids from Stony came along, and I think there were a few 1sties in there too. It was held in one of the huge suites in Shorey (Shoreland - a 12 story hotel converted into a dorm). It was pretty much what U of C parties are famous for... there was ample booze, music (and some isolated dancing) but otherwise, it was a bunch of people huddled in small groups engaged in all sorts of interesting discussions. For example, at one point, Jakob, Peter and I (all Stony Islanders) started talking about the Beatles, then about exactly what art was. It was awesome. After that, I mostly hung out with Peter because he's practically the embodiment of information. He knows stuff about just about every possible topic you can throw at him, and he's eager to share it so you can't tire listening to him. We finally got kicked out because of complaints (there were at least 25 people there) but it was great fun nonetheless... I look forward to going to more parties in the future (and that's another thing you would've never thought you'd hear from me).
I spent most of the morning talking to advisors, and things are looking workable. Last night, I managed to chart out my remaining course work and found that it could fit into 6 quarters. I spoke to the CompSci counselor at length, and she was able to transfer all 5 CompSci classes from Chico, which leaves me with 9 courses. She was also able to help me chart out a plan for the next 6 quarters, that fit right into the preliminary plans I had written out last night.
The only other major event for the day was a "Sex Signals" presentation. Basically, it was a two-person (one guy one girl) act that covered various communication issues, gender stereotypes, and other issues like date rape in a series of skits and improvs. Unlike a lot of similar events you'd see at colleges, this was more or less entertaining, although not exactly educational.
Anyway, I have to get up in about 5.5 hours to meet my advisor and sign up for classes... After 4 months of getting all the sleep I wanted, I haven't quite adjusted to the 6-7 hour/night sleep cycle, but I'll get there, I'm sure. Or, I hope. Oh, I also have a job interview at 3:45. Better not forget...
Posted Wed, September 24, 2003 11:45 by Ben
how I came across your blog but being an ol' U of C grad it brings back memories. U of C famous for parties??? What? Oh, those kind of parties. =) I was a Shorey back then. Great dorm. =)
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