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Thread ID: 88176 2008-03-18 00:30:00 Looking for ways to stay entertained "during breaks" at Uni Chilling_Silence (9) PC World Chat
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650355 2008-03-18 02:21:00 This may seem a trifle old-fashioned of me, but in my day, we "entertained" ourselves by doing some actual work - going to the library to study towards our degrees. But hey, those were probably decadent days...

That is probably why the older generation is better prepared and more resourceful than the younger generation.
vitalstatistix (9182)
650356 2008-03-18 02:27:00 Yeah space invaders gets a little boring after a while, and pong too ;)

Unfortunately we're not allowed alcohol on-campus (esp during classes etc) so yeah :-/

Well I was at the School of Architecture at Auckland. And right across the road, where the AUT Marae now is, was the Kiwi Tavern. So we didn't have to go far off campus.

Of course, once we went, we had a tendency not to come back. Which might explain why I never graduated.

So really, no one should take any advice from me ....
Biggles (121)
650357 2008-03-18 02:30:00 Began learning Java, the only thing I *dont* know yet in our first 3x classes this semester... Wrote additional course materials to assist the 70%+ of the other class who were struggling to grasp concepts (Only gave it to a few though, felt kinda bad doing it without the tutor knowing)

Random question. Where you studying?
stormdragon (6013)
650358 2008-03-18 02:31:00 Ive already got a bit of experience, having worked in a Helpdesk for 4+ years, getting into a rather senior role also.
We have a class that teaches professional skills, right now Im supposed to be learning about how to run a meeting.
Run meetings countless times (And attended, both at work and in the church), know what the lecturer is saying, STILL listening, still giving the MOST feedback / input out of the whole class... still bored...

Im sure it will get more interesting in the 2nd semester, and 2nd year no doubt :)
Chilling_Silence (9)
650359 2008-03-18 02:35:00 This may seem a trifle old-fashioned of me, but in my day, we "entertained" ourselves by doing some actual work - going to the library to study towards our degrees. But hey, those were probably decadent days...

Looking backwards through rose tinted glasses :p
PaulD (232)
650360 2008-03-18 03:08:00 Im studying in Auckland, but I would prefer not to say where at the moment.. Im not looking to criticize the University, just after a way to pass the time ;) Chilling_Silence (9)
650361 2008-03-18 03:15:00 I've seen a few students with their EeePCs around. I wonder which one was you Chill. ;) qazwsxokmijn (102)
650362 2008-03-18 03:18:00 Im the one with a backpack, motorbike helmet, and the leather jacket.. If you see me, come say hi! Promise I dont bite ;) Chilling_Silence (9)
650363 2008-03-18 03:20:00 Looking backwards through rose tinted glasses :p

It is difficult to look back at those hours and hours spent poring over law reports in Bull**** Castle through rose tinted glasses... :(
John H (8)
650364 2008-03-18 03:21:00 Im studying in Auckland, but I would prefer not to say where at the moment.. Im not looking to criticize the University, just after a way to pass the time


Began learning Java, the only thing I *dont* know yet in our first 3x classes this semester.

Yeah that's sweet just sounds alot like my Com-Sci course. I know all about the which Uni's between then the other one topic! :illogical
stormdragon (6013)
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