Sunday, December 13, 2009

Our Little Uni Just Grew a Bit

The big news this past week is that Webster is growing. Webster University acquired five acres from Eden Seminary, as well as the Wherli Center, The Luhr Library, and the “White House”. Obama was not available for comment.


The first thing that comes to mind is more parking. When I realized this I began to dance around my apartment with an unthwarted glee. But looking at its location, it’s not really gonna help that problem. The only way that could happen is if we acquired Narix. Which I’m all for, cause I almost hit a schoolgirl every day (I know, I should gas it, they’re worth 50 points, but still…).


But then, I read this: “The University will also lease Eden's athletic fields for recreation and intramural sports for seven years”. I really hope they sink some money into the fields, because sports are a great way to bring a school together. But having to drive to other fields for soccer and freakin Illinois for baseball really hurts the team. If we played just a walk across Lockwood, it could really improve the student attendance at the games. 


Plus, I already made this…

Yay pipe dreams…

CHECK IT OUT!

Latent Image, the photography club at Webster University, will be holding a 2 day print sale to raise money for its spring semester. Come out to browse and buy photographic prints from students and staff at Webster. These prints will make great holiday presents.

University Center Common Area

Tuesday December 15th from 11am to 7pm.
Wednesday December 16th from 11am to 7pm.

The average price of the prints should be about $20. All prints will be approximately 8x10 or 11x14 and matted.

I think it’s a great idea. You’re doing a little holiday shopping and supporting Webster photography students. You’ve seen their work all over campus—and if I don’t say so myself their work always looks hella’ good.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Make time for this during finals week

This is it! Last week of the semester and is it ever so stressful. Good thing there’s Zumba classes and FREE massages AND food! I said it.. Zumba! Massages! Food!

When & Where:

Zumba Exercise Class – Monday, Dec. 14th at 9:30 p.m. in the Sunnen Lounge

Free Massages – Monday, Dec. 14th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Sunnen Lounge (Sign up at the UC Info Desk)

Free Food – Tuesday, Dec. 15th at 9:30 p.m. in the Library Conference Room

Now.. I’m not exactly sure what Zumba exercising is, but it sounds awesome. The name alone makes me want to go.

So kids.. take a breather--- Webster is helping ya’ out and trying to make life a little less stressful during this hell week. Hopefully you heard about this sooner so you get a good time for a free massage.

Good luck to everyone on their finals!

Festive.


Totally Stoked this semester is at an end,


also stoked that we made you as a friend.


So this holiday we want to bring the cheer,


if you see your boy St. Nick, I know he digs beer.


(That's my cute Xmas way of saying, since my name is Nick, you can give me beer as an Xmas gift. Or Hanukkah gift. Kwanzaa gift. Holiday gift. You might not even know me, so then mentally "wish" me a beer for Xmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa/Holiday....gotta stay PC during these festive times).




Happy Winter Break from all of us.




We made you friutcake but........Matt ate it all.




XOXO.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

This is kind of a big deal.. for seniors at least.

With everything going on it’s hard to remember all the little stuff you need to do in order to graduate. Of course, making an appointment with your advisor is always a good start.

If you’re a senior you totally need to make a list of “things to do so I can get outta’ here!”

On my list I have:

Internship credit
Internship approval—I think there’s some paper work Webster needs in order to give you credit.
Appointment with advisor— to make sure I have all required classes and fulfilled categories 1, 2, and 3. My advisor is the bomb, but I am so paranoid about graduating on time and making sure everything is okay that I make 23409234 appointments with him.. I take up quite a portion of his time, but it’s better to be safe than sorry!
Books (sigh.. so much $) then remembering to return them (yay! I get ¼ of the money back I spent on the books?! Pshh! )
My credit hours from other schools—to make sure they transfer over smoothly, certainly don’t want any last minute problems jeopardizing my graduation!
Passing all my classes

And.. most importantly

PETITION TO GRADUATE

Yes, this a small yet IMPORTANT sheet of paper that needs to be filled out in order for you to walk the walk. Just get it over with, fill it out, and turn the thing in. It’s really easy to do, but even easier to forget about.

Here’s the link—download it, print it off, fill it out.. and turn this sucker in.


http://www.webster.edu/shared/shared_commence/documents/ugradpetition2009.pdf

A Tribute to Weber's Front Row


Every college has it. Mizzou has Trop’s. Missouri State has Trolly’s. And Webster has the smoke filled, dart holes on the wall bar that is Weber's Front Row. Located right by the university, this bar is an escape from the tai/ pottery / organic / Whole Foods style that is Webster Groves. They are pure and simply a bar. The food is bathed in grease, the TV has sports on all the time, and the beer list is simple, and cheap. Might as well be called Moe’s. 


But the thing with this bar is has Webster students in it almost every night. And it’s not the Communication schools bar, or the Business Schools bar, or the Conservatory bar. Its everyone’s bar. And with finals going on right now, it’s bound to have everyone in there come Thursday. 


So, crack open a Bud Light, Weber’s Bar and Grill. Because, with the size of this university, it’s either Weber’s, or sobriety.  

Monday, December 7, 2009

Buddy the elf, what's your favorite color?

So I imagine the majority of those who read our blog are Webster students. I also imagine that like me they are stressed out of their bloody minds. So in effort to bring some relief to this God forsaken time, I have made a composition of 3 video and two fine literary works. So without further ado...

Send your own ElfYourself eCards







Second, I found these two masterpieces online at some point in time, and I figured that not only Webster students, but all students could relate to these...

BUD LIGHT PRESENTS: REAL MEN OF GENIUS

Today we salute you stressed out college student during exam week.

As you sit in your lonely cubical in the library, doped up on Starbucks & Adderal, you think to yourself, am I ever going to need to know this stuff in life? The distractions are tempting and you have suddenly diagnosed yourself with ADD along with advanced delusionary schizophrenia with involuntary narcissistic rage. I'm sure by now you know exactly what everyone is doing because you have checked Facebook 800 times. Christmas break is just days away, and your Prozac prescription will be in tomorrow. So crack open an ice cold Bud Light after that last exam, because for most of us, Christmas will be spent in rehab.

Twas the Night Before Finals

Twas the night before finals, and all through the college,
The students were praying for last minute knowledge.
Most were quite sleepy, but none touched their beds,
While visions of essays danced in their heads.

Out in the taverns, a few were still drinking,
And hoping that liquor would loosen up their thinking.
In my own apartment, I had been pacing,
And dreading exams I soon would be facing.

My roommate was speechless, his nose in his books,
And my comments to him drew unfriendly looks.
I drained all the coffee, and brewed a new pot,
No longer caring that my nerves were shot.

I stared at my notes, but my thoughts were muddy,
My eyes went a blur, I just couldn't study.
"Some pizza might help," I said with a shiver,
But each place I called refused to deliver.

I'd nearly concluded that life was too cruel,
With futures depending on grades had in school.
When all of a sudden, our door opened wide,
And Patron Saint Put-It-Off ambled inside.

His spirit was careless, his manner was mellow,
When all of a sudden, he started to bellow:
"On Cliff Notes! On Crib Notes! On last year's exams!
On Wingit and Slingit, and last minute crams!"

His message delivered, he vanished from sight,
But we heard him laughing outside in the night.
"Your teachers have pegged you, so just do your best.
Happy Finals to all, and to all, a Good Test!"


To conclude this note, the Gorloks have a busy weekend in basketball. Starting on Friday at 8, the men will take on Maryville. On Saturday, The men will play at 2 or 4 (that is still up in the air) and the women will play at 6.

Happy Holidays everyone and good luck these next two weeks

Sunday, December 6, 2009

A CHRISTMAS CAROL


Imaginary Theatre Company presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL December 19, 22, and 23 at the Rep. It is sure to be a huge hit. Buy your tickets today before they sell out! Performances are at 8: 00 p.m. Don't let your holiday be Bah! Humbug! Log onto www.repstl.org for more information.

Friday, December 4, 2009

3rd Annual World AIDS Day

Tonight at 8PM in Webster University's UC Sunnen Lounge is the 3rd Annual World AIDS Day Concert featuring Andrea Gibson, Julie Schurr, The Illphonics and C. Jay Conrod.

The concert itself is free and all donations collected will be given to amFar, the American Foundation for AIDS Research.

To accompany the great entertainment, there will be informational booths from The Names Project, Williams & Associates, Project ARK, LGBT Community Center of St. Louis, and Faith Aloud!

Project ARK will be doing free HIV/AIDS testing through out the entire concert in the UC Presentation Room! It's swab testing, not needles! There will be sweet prizes from Starbucks and more for those who participate.

So come out, get tested, and enjoy the music!

Thursday, December 3, 2009

The Displaced Student Section of Webster University

Anyone who has been to one of Webster's basketball or Volleyball games know that the crowd, while smaller, can get very loud. And aggressive. And crazy. It was cool to see some increased support for this Wednesday's game. With the Webster True Blue t-shirts being handed out, it looks like a true student cheering group is starting up again (R.I.P. WuCrew). It's a start, but it still ain't perfect, and in my opinion, we're missing one vital thing.


Me and the rest of the "vocal" part of the crowd (Greeks, WuCrew decedents, and the triple threat of sports knowledge at Webster, Andy Houchin Jeremy Clements, and Bryce Johnson) were doing what the fans do at other colleges; standing, cheering, and taunting the jerks on the other team that look like Zak Effron. And we did this the whole time. Admittedly, this could be annoying to anyone sitting in back of us, or to parents just there to see their kid play and whatnot, and we understand this. Before the game, we made our intentions known, and graciously give up seats or tried to move as not to interrupt these fans. We're all here to have fun after all. (Thanks to the announcements by one Liz Eisley, we were reminded to practice SPORTSMANSHIP... SPORTSMANSHIP... SPORTSMANSHIP... MAN STUFF... MAN STUFF...) But still, throughout the game, we still have to move out of the way, adjusting, and trying to keep the complaints down.


This got me thinking, what is the best way to make this a fun time for all. It's really an easy solution, and in place at many campus's (campui?...Campesses?). A dedicated student section. Only students and Alum allowed. There was an attempt at it on Wednesday, but it was just a sign. Parents and other people were allowed in, which created a mess. All we need is a set of seats reserved for us to be loud and crazy without interrupting other fans enjoyment. To Take a page from Nick Bankhead, I have illustrated this principal....

As you can see, a little separation between fans creates a fun time for everyone. And, it creates a louder student section. For example, there were three freshman sitting in front of us, and never seeing a Webster basketball game, were a little lost as to where to sit and what to do. And rightfully so, as with everyone mixed up, there was no unified section to join. We invited them up, they cheered and had a crazy good time. What would happen if EVERY student joined us. A true group of True Blue fans. 


Finally, one more reason. For the first half of the womens game, the Webster fans were separated sparse, and un-unified. Because of that, we were out-cheered by two "My New Haircut" Blackburn fans. 2 FANS. Outcheering us in our house. Of course, when everyone finally got together, they were booed out of the place, but that just shouldn't happen!


More Miley Cyrus is needed too....


Addition - Tyler Holman is the God of Insults





Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Kick.


So, this past Monday I was walking outta Sverdrup and headed to the Library. Yes, I know...not many steps, but I became stoked when I noticed what was going on outside in-between the Library and Sverdrup. These 3 dudes were just kicking the soccer ball around and laughing. They were kicking it Hackey-Sack stlyle and enjoying themselves immensely. I knew I had to catch the moment on paper. So I sat down and drew the scene. I love a school where people can kick soccer balls freely....I wish the rest of the world could relate! Go Big-Ed's!


Enjoy the pic.