Month: June 2004

Week in Review 6/21 – 6/27

This week was the first week of summer school and it was also the last. I was signed up for LING 100 during A term, but after the second day of class I decided that this class was not my thing and I dropped it the next day. This leaves me with 2 VLPA credits for B term to take. Those shouldn’t be too bad since it is music theory and I have been involved in playing music since I was in 5th grade. Oh, yeah, I also 4.0’ed the 1st quarter of the series, so yeah, we’ll see how it goes.

With the increase in time that I have had with dropping my A term class I am in need of things to do. I just finished my book on Saturday and my next set of books won’t be in until next week.

Since I have my afternoons free I can pretty much do whatever I want to fill the time. So, this past week I was out on the driving range with Jula, had an IUGA officers meeting, had a blast at Happy Panqueque Night, caught up with on old friend (Brent) at Korean BBQ, and watched Mystic River with Trotter on Friday. Phew, yeah, then it was University Market and lunch @ Chipolte with Jula, and then dinner w/ Jamie @ Jitterbug in Wallingford and Bad Boys II on Saturday.

Yeah, it was a good week last week. Oh, yeah, and I almost forgot that the bedroom furniture came in on Friday. Yeah, hopefully the weather stays nice so that I can be outside more. I need to get out b/c I am really pale right now and I need some sun. Yeah, sun… just what I need while I am sitting here in the lab posting this. *sigh*

Happy Panqueque Night

Last night it was happy pancake night at Kat’s. It was a good time, as usual, with the INFO crew. Dinner was very good and it just goes to reaffirm that Kathryn can cook very well. This was our first gathering since summer officially began it was nice to have everyone there and to see everyone. I mean, it wasn’t that long ago since we last saw each other. But, anyways… I don’t really have much to say. Hrm, strange. Here are some pics from last night to get you all through the day.
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First Day of Summer Classes

Man, it was hot/nice out today! But, today summer classes started. It is strange to be in a non-INFO class. The TA for my class is very strict on her policies and I feel like she has to baby the class just to be able to teach it. That is something that is new for me from this past year. It is also strange to be in a class where I don’t know anyone.

However, this summer should be good. I am only taking 7 VLPA credits. The classes that I am taking are LING 100 and MUSIC 117. I am excited to just be in Seattle and hopefully the classes don’t provide too much of a challenge (most likely) so that I can relax and enjoy my summer.

Anyways, it’s off to study… *sigh* Oh, well… it’s a 100 level course and it should be cake

/me knocks on wood

Quote of the Day: “The Bible still condemns masturbation, usury, and the wearing of woven cloth; Christian societies just no longer see it as an authority on these matters.” – The Future of Freedom (Fareed Zakaria)

9-11 Commission Reportings

We are all very aware of the tragedy that occurred on September 11, 2001. It is something I will not forget and it is etched in my mind for what I feel will last an eternity. The vivid images of seeing the second plane (United 175) hit the south tower, plus the subsequent replays on television, is something that was jaw dropping and surreal.
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End of Year/Quarter Stuff

The past quarter has come and gone and now it is time to enjoy the little bit of summer that I have before classes start. I am not concerned that I won’t have any summer to enjoy, because I will, but it just won’t be me sitting around doing nothing. I have a VLPA to take and work to be at. Nevertheless, I am looking forward to summer, even more so since grades came out a few days ago.

Now, I must say that I am a little surprised with what I got for grades. I mean, some were higher than expected (INFO 380) and some were right about what I thought they would be (INFO 340/310). But, the thing that threw me off was that I got credit for my FIG Training class. I didn’t expect this because I hardly every made that class (like 3 times w/ 2 weeks off) because of my crazy schedule from the past quarter. When I saw that I got credit, I was pretty stoked.

Also, in other school related news… I won the Henry Scholarship that was open to all continuing Informatics majors. So, I get a $1,500 credit to my Autumn tuition. That should be nice to have since I have out of state tuition. I was pretty excited to win this and it took me off guard a few days ago when I got notice that I had won it.

Really, I’m pretty pleased on how I did in classes last year. My cumulative GPA rose to almost a 3.6 and I made the Annual Dean’s List for the second time. I can only hope that I can keep it up next year and end strong.

Can She Take a Shot?

Last night was Darrin’s 22nd birthday and to celebrate we went to Red Robin for dinner then headed back to his place to place cards. The rule that we had was as follows: If you get out, you take a shot. Or, if you are shady like Sean and try to bet with the button you have to take one anyways. So, once Jamie got out it was her turn and this animated GIF is what occured. Now, keep in mind that what is in that glass is peach juice with a drop of vodka. Yeah, a drop. Refresh to see the GIF animate again. The last frame is the best.

Jamie Takes a Shot