Monday, June 8, 2009

Lazy Auburn Summer

Summer is a time often characterized by sun, sand, beach balls, and fruity cocktails. Summer in Auburn is characterized by construction, detours, constant deluges, and the omnipresent sound of the cricket symphony at night.

It feels like there is nothing happening on campus or in the residence hall this summer. Apparently, the trickle down effect of the subpar economy has caused Auburn to not offer as many classes this Summer. Obviously, fewer classes means fewer students. At times, there seems to be just as many or even more Camp War Eagle kiddies roaming than there are real students. Yes, I said it Camp War Eaglers, you are not real students yet.

I look forward to hearing underclassmen complain how their COMP 1000 two page essay on Auburn traditions is sooo difficult. It harkens me back to the simpler days before APA style bodyslammed me into a fourth dimension of English usage.

Auburn in the Summer is boring, there is no denying that fact. Don't let the Auburn-Opelika Tourism Bureau tell you otherwise; they're lying. It is what you make of it though, whether it be enjoying the scenery on a run through campus, or running through a Summer shower in an old t-shirt. For me, it's my last, so I am determined to enjoy it, boring or not.