As I sat there taking my last final today, I found myself searching for a handle on the moment. This is what I found:
I wonder, though, is this a statement of despair or a call to arms?
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Smartass
That 'black white-out' initiative has really stirred things up!
"You forgot to paint this black. lol"
SR-71 "Blackbird"
Live from Sears Building, 4th floor:
While I applaud the enthusiasm of the up-and-coming aeronautical engineering community, there are some machines that should remain sub-sonic.
A close-up:
As usual, peer review is the best check.
(Reminds me of http://thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi?u=irule.)
It appears this slogan is really taking off..
To The Stars, Bowen.
An astromech droid has taken the place of our observatory!
It's R2D2! Credit to Bill Janesh & the Astronomy Dept.
Cue John Williams and the London Symphony Orchestra!
Stalling
'Peer review':
Euler would be proud.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euler%27s_identity
And now, a poem:
'Layers and layers of paint can't hide
what students, here, think inside.
Hatred, love, loyalty, and pride
To the sh*tter's walls we do confide.'
Breaking the rules...blatantly.
'EPIK' my ass!
Words to live by:
And finally, I'm not sure what to make of this. The comment cracked me up, though...which was awkward because I wasn't the only one in the bathroom at the time..
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Dear Spring, WTF!
In the few hours I was indoors this afternoon, we got blanketed. Check out this beautiful new white bike!
And the mourning wheel at Olin Building:
It looks like everything has been coated in plaster fireproofing!
Nerd Gun
I've been seeing people carrying these Nerf guns around campus for the 'humans versus zombies' game, so I asked this kid if I could take a picture of his.
Normally, I'd say 'nerd' stands for 'not even remotely dorky', but I have no respect for this game whatsoever.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
I am Prince Caspian.
Forget the closet - it turns out THIS is the portal to Narnia. Yes, full of kids and talking animals and Mr. Tumnus (a.k.a. Wanted). I never noticed this door until now. It's in Rockefeller Building, on the 2nd floor..
Dare I venture in??
Sunday, March 20, 2011
'Why Black Paint?' Update
This was my original entry:
http://imcwru.blogspot.com/2011/03/why-black-paint.html
Two days after I took that picture I happened to revisit the same bathroom and here's what I found:
This black 'white-out' was about as effective as this:
http://www.hulu.com/watch/61336/saturday-night-live-turlingtons-lower-back-tattoo-remover
Think beyond the possible.
That's Case Western Reserve University's slogan.
Now check out this parody ad that was posted on a bathroom mirror:
We fit in:
http://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2011/03/the-f-35-a-weapon-that-costs-more-than-australia/72454/
Want to come?
I spotted this flyer behind the stairwell in the Nord Atrium:
Nah, I think I'll pass. Although, I might stop by to watch..
Lasers
The space on the wall above the tile edge is prime graffiti real estate..
"My dick shoots lasers."
"Not mine, my wife is expecting our 3rd."
These guys would have enjoyed Sue Johanson's talk...
About The Author
In it's totalitarian painting spree the 'Establishment' repainted some bathroom walls white. The response?
"Being a vandal at this school takes DEDICATION."
Rockefeller 301
"I am a neon ostrich. Don't need socks." Whether this was a collaborative effort or not, my response is the same..
WTF
Dirty Water
This guy gave a fantastic talk evaluating our progress as a nation since the Clean Water Act. It was tremendously depressing and inspiring. Free Jimmy John's sandwiches! And coffee! No water, though...
Some memorable quotes included:
"The Clean Water Act is the most important piece of legislation in history. Without environmental vigilance, though, it's not working."
"If everyone's exhaust pipes were run back into their cars we'd all be driving electric cars. Or we'd be dead pretty soon."
It reminded me of The Simpsons Movie. Twisted tail...a thousand eyes...
Talk Sex
This was an flyer that was hanging from a balloon in Thwing. I made it to the question & answer part of the talk and she was hilarious. Also, that was the most packed I've ever seen Strosacker Auditorium..
upb is good for something once in a while.
'Chinese' Finger Tree
This is a sweet tree I spotted in that walkway connecting White Building and Olin. Check it out - its trunk is braided!
Wait, no, I know. This tree was trying to pose as a carbon nanotube..
Aesop's Gum
Why would someone spit gum somewhere other than the trash?
The 2nd and 3rd guys are even bigger idiots.
The 4th guy, however, is a satirist, I suspect.
Balcony ----->
This sign is in the stairwell that leads up to the balcony of Strosacker Auditorium:
If only the bathroom at the top of the stairs had this hand dryer...
Cock Rocket
This is a perfect example of why the administration decided to paint some of the stalls black. But really, would the stalls feel as 'homey' if they didn't have illustrations of genitalia and physics on the walls?
(That second commentator is referring to the 'Cock Rocket' from the movie 'Orgazmo' by Trey Parker and Matt Stone.)
http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi597623065/
The second part of this exhibit:
And the entire thing, covering the wall of the handicapped stall:
Yes, most CWRU students are obsessed with astrophysics, rockets, fluid mechanics, and dicks.
Shift
(Seen in the bathroom outside Schmitt Lecture Hall)
...Actually, this reminds me of that scene when Billy Madison is in
kindergarten and tries to go to the bathroom:
...And fails.
Saturday, March 19, 2011
The dream is collapsing!
While it has been too long since I've had a real camera, having only my phone to take pictures from day to day has brought me back to reality. Or has it?? After all, it's not the ride - it's the rider.
This reflection of Yours Truly took place in the men's restroom on the 4th floor of Sears.
The mirror became all soft and gooey when I started poking it and then it spread over my whole body and turned me into the Silver Surfer. Just kidding, that was Neo.. cue dial-up internet connection.
Valentine's Day Treats
Oh no! The Na'vi shot Cupid. They have poison-tipped arrows!
And no, my Valentine's day didn't suck - I rescheduled it!
Share A Ride
Oh, won't SOMEBODY share a ride?
This is sad. There isn't enough carpooling going on. No, that's not a piece of paper in the #1 box, it's a reflection.
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