The wall is reliably informed that supervisors are continuing to review applications. Keep the faith, and check your email daily in case you are invited to an interview.
Why can’t I find someone to pork
Um, gross. Perhaps a more respectful tone would serve you better.
Is there any meaning in my life that won’t be destroyed by my death?
Absolutely. Every day your actions affect others, and every day is an opportunity to make your interactions with others have meaning. Maybe I’ve been listening to the Hamilton soundtrack – available at Course Reserves, O’Neill 3rd Floor – too much (is that even possible?), but if you are interested in your legacy, it makes good food for thought.
Can employees get snacks?
Employees enjoy bringing snacks from home, buying them in the vending machines on O’Neill level 1, going for a short walk on campus to Hillside, Stokes Chocolate Bar, Lyons, McElroy, or Lower, or strolling down to the eateries near the BC T stop. Some have even been found grazing as far afield as Cleveland Circle or Newton Centre.
Why aren’t there any printers in student dorms? It would be so convenient…
Yes, indeed, that sounds like it would be mighty convenient! I’m sure cost is an issue. Here’s what my human assistants heard from Information Technology: “ITS is actively working with UGBC and the Quality of Student Life Committee to accommodate changing student printing needs, while balancing the costs and support associated with it.”
If you could build the Next Great Wall (on par with the cultural significance of China’s) what would it be like?
Walls have traditionally been built to keep people and things separated, but I’d like to think that my existence as a wall helps to bring people and ideas together. There are many digital realms that allow people to share ideas (although they can also be divisive). So, perhaps the wall I’d build would be a virtual, communal space for all people to support each other.
Why do I keep feeling like I have so many shortcomings and something I need to improve when I stay with one of my friends?
You’re telling yourself two stories: one about your own shortcomings and one about your friend’s successes. A story about shortcomings is just an unfinished story about successes. You’re putting endings in the wrong places, that’s all. In stories about your friend you put the endings where things work out. In stories about yourself, you put the endings where things go wrong. Just shuffle your stories around, and keep pushing through until things work out. I think you’ve got what it takes.
Where can I find a milkshake on this campus? :)
There are do-it-yourself shakes (“freal”) available in a freezer case near the cashiers at Lower Live; you pick out the one you want and there is a machine nearby to make it into a shake. Some tasty flavors, too – cookies and cream, peanut butter cup… Other sites on main campus did milkshakes in the past but alas, no more..
Can I have your number? Call me maybe!!!
I don’t talk, but that’s sweet, thank you. 617-552-4472 is the number for the reference desk. Ask my helpers anything. http://bit.ly/bc-call-me
Is happiness dependent on a long life?
I don’t believe that happiness is dependent on a long life. Instead, I believe happiness is dependent on a fruitful, meaningful life. As Lao Tzu said: “The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long.”
(Drawing of Pikachu)
Pika… chu! You are welcome in the library, but please keep your lightning zaps under control. There’s a lot of paper in this building.
please tell me how its legal for the gym to not have AC?
As a reasonably old wall, I remember a time when many buildings on campus didn’t have AC at all, the Rec included. Imagine living in a dorm without AC, going to class without AC, and then eating in a dining hall without AC. We walls enjoy AC as much as humans do, so I’m sympathetic. There are 2 bits of good news: 1) Winter is coming, and the lack of AC won’t be a problem for much longer; and 2) The new Connell Recreation Center will be open in summer of 2019 and will be fully Air Conditioned! Hold out out just a little longer.
Why isn’t there a sidewalk to go up to Iggy & Ruby? I almost get hit by a car daily….
Why isn’t my book on display?
Just waiting for your question, Dean Boynton. You will find your book “Virtuoso Teams” just in front of me on the Answer Wall display (the print copy of “The Idea Hunter” is checked out). P.S. Will my acolytes be in an updated version of “Virtuoso Teams”; I think they are most deserving … 🙂
Who’s answering these questions anyway?
I, the Wall, am answering them. With a lot of help from my friends in the libraries and around campus. There’s more detail about how we do that at my online home: library.bc.edu/answerwall
Is Garfield funny?
I suppose it depends on who you ask. One of my acolytes reports that he used to think so, but now doesn’t. Garfield Minus Garfield, on the other hand, is pretty dark. http://bit.ly/bc-garfield. President Garfield, maybe also not so funny. bit.ly/bc-president-garfield
I applied to library jobs there times and did not get any response.
Unfortunately, it is a case of waiting to be called for an interview. Due to the number of applications, the library is unable to respond to each candidate. Rest assured that supervisors are actively reviewing applications and trying to identify students whose availability and experience are a match for their needs. Hang in there.
What are the most promising career fields for someone studying mathematics?
See the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) Career Resources Center (bit.ly/MathishCareers) for inspiration on what to do with your math degree. Also this site has a lot of information (bit.ly/MoreMathCareers). Or check out the book 101 Careers in Mathematics (O’Neill Stacks QA10.5 .A15 2014). The great thing is that you can bring your math skills to any future path.
Why can’t they just bring back late night like how it used to be…Addie’s late night is horrible
I’ll pass your feedback along to Dining Services. If you’d like to do so yourself with more specificity about how or why Addie’s late night is horrible, use this form: bit.ly/BC-Dining.
How can I get in contact with Amy Poehler?
The way to contact any celebrity is through their agent. It’s hit-or-miss, of course. Amy Poehler is represented by William Morris Endeavor (WME): wmeentertainment.com/expertise/comedy/. According to another website (www.wrhammons.com/poehler-agent-contact.htm), her agent there is Sharon Jackson, but I have no idea how authoritative that website is.