In light of yesterday’s celebration of April Fool’s, I’d like to dedicate this column to all the foolish people on campus who believe that there is nothing to do here at Western. Normally I shy away from telling people that they’re wrong, but if you sincerely believe that there’s nothing to keep your bottom busy while you’re at school here, you’re sorely mistaken.
However, if you think that you fall into this category of poor souls, it’s not entirely your fault. Some of Western’s neatest opportunities also belong to the list of its best-kept secrets. For your benefit, I’d like to mention a few of these elusive places, opportunities and activities in the hopes that you might one day take advantage of them. I’ll write them down, but don’t expect me to do anything more. Here it goes.
If you’re looking to be more active, check out:
- The Outdoor Recreation Adventure Center, right inside the Preston Center. They’re biking across Iowa this summer. Just think, miles and miles of corn.
- Intramural sports. Handball, anyone? Sign up by April 6. Or come watch kickball this weekend at the fields off Campbell Lane. Yeah, that’s right. Kickball.
- Boot camp. Get your booty in shape with this 6 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday workout with cardio, aerobic, and strength training. The last session has already begun, so keep your eyes peeled for next semester.
Perhaps you’re not searching for more ways to move, though. I understand. If you’re wanting to up your vegging skills, try looking into these:
- The Gourmet foods class offered by Consumer and Family Sciences. It’s four hours long, one night a week. Why not learn how to cook well? We eat every day, after all.
-The DVD Rental Box on the first floor of DUC. I’m not sure how much it costs, but the last time I looked it had movies for both young and old, male and female, junkie and intellectual alike.
-The College Heights Herald. Read it, love it, read it again.
-The History and Science of Beer and Brewing class. Must be 21 to enroll. I hear they brew their own beer.
-The Film Club. Inquire at Cherry Hall.
Maybe you’re somewhere between sports enthusiast and relaxing master, though. Maybe you just want to put your energy to good use. You know, help out people in the community. Here are just a few things you might try:
-Habitat for Humanity. Western has its own chapter. Help build houses, fund raise and change lives. Its office is located at EST 106.
-Americans for Informed Democracy. If you want to change the world, meet this earth, people and community-minded bunch every Wednesday on the third floor of DUC.
-Greentoppers. Make Western a friend of the planet, 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays in DUC.
-Invisible Children. Are you against children fighting as soldiers? These folks are too. Meet them at 6 p.m. Monday nights in DUC 340 .
Though I’m sorry that I couldn’t mention every opportunity, I hope that you’re inspired. Let’s not be fools anymore.
.