Category: Random

If you’re a BC student you might start by reaching out to the Muslim Student Association. The Yusuf Mosque in Brighton might also be a good place to reach out to for advice. And because I’m a library Wall I can also recommend something to read. Maybe try this introduction to Islam for a little context and history: bit.ly/bcl-intro-islam

I don’t have the experience (or money) to gamble with you but go ahead! Just remember that you need to be at least 18 years old to gamble in the State of Massachusetts (bit.ly/mass-gamble-age).

So many good options. Now? Maybe the fifth floor facing the Boston skyline. In a few weeks, when the trees begin to flower, maybe the little tables facing the plaza.

If you’re looking for a book, I’d recommend Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield. It’s a visceral depiction of how sometimes it doesn’t matter how much you love someone, sometimes you’ll still lose them. If you want something to watch, I’d say The Haunting of Bly Manor on Netflix. It’s a ghost story, but it’s also a story about love and sacrifice.

“Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher, “All is vanity.” (Ecclesiastes 12:8) On that note, the voice in the Cake tune is from a 1950’s recording of Christian comedian Don Lonie. The tune itself is a remake of Belgian Latin band Chakachas’ “Stories.” In case you were wondering.

IDK, I think this desert-dwelling long-eared hedgehog who’s quick enough to attack a venomous viper might give Sonic a run for his money: bit.ly/quick-hedgehog.

Not sure! It might be a good idea to ask them.

I’m told he has an engaging lecturing style– Sounds like you are a fan too!

You mean the football team, I assume? Probably for the same reason the NY Yankees are hate-magnets: success. But this wall has only the fondest feelings for Notre Dame’s library: www.library.nd.edu

I agree with the response I was asked to translate: “Take a chance… out there and find someone you think you could have a fun time with and ask!” I’d add trust to the equation, and remember, it might be a memorable fun time, and it doesn’t have to be more than that.

Great question! If you are referring to Boston College’s wifi, it’s called “eduroam.” If you are using it for the first time or just trying to connect, follow these instructions: https://bit.ly/bcwifi-setup. If you mean to ask how wifi works in general, I’m afraid that’s beyond my capacity to answer, though this encyclopedia article might be useful: britannica.com/story/how-does-wi-fi-work

Thanks for asking! Some of my library helpers are working on redesigning the library website and will do a better job with your input. Take their survey! bit.ly/bcl-web-survey. (It’s anonymous.)

While I can’t predict whether Nathan will find love, it can happen. I suggest he talk to different people on campus, learn if their interests are similar to his, and see if a mutual attraction develops. Campus-wide (https://bit.ly/bc-wide-events) and student organization events (https://bit.ly/bc-student-events) are good places to do this.

I mean sure. Personally I’m NA *, but Africa, A*, and SA are also kinda *

A Jesuit education aims to make you the best possible version of yourself and includes spiritual and ethical elements that not every degree program does. Being at an elite school in Boston puts you in proximity to influential people and institutions. I can’t say whether those things are worth it to you. I can say that BC decides whether to admit you without checking to see if you can pay, https://bit.ly/bc-price

We are a very pro-dog campus but I’ve heard folks who favor cats say they are low-maintenance, protect homes from pests, mostly clean themselves, and can be unsupervised much longer than most pets.

Conversations like this would fit better in late 19th century US politics. Maybe check out the Cambridge History of American Foreign Relations (bit.ly/bcl-cambridge-am-foreign-relations) for a little context on how old an idea this is and how the people advocating expansion to Canada and Mexico sound.

I’m not a prognosticator; I leave prediction to my cousin the magic 8-ball. Regardless, it seems a little premature to ask the question; post-season play can be unpredictable. But if their commanding offense can continue to stay ahead of an injury-hobbled defense, the odds aren’t bad.

T-Rex would have been about 40 feet long and weigh 11,000-15,000 lbs., somewhat larger than a big African Elephant. As lions tend to limit themselves to hunting young, sick, or elderly elephants, it’s unclear whether they’d even take on something as large as a T-Rex. The website of a S. African game reserves relates an anecdote of a pride of 26 lions taking down an adult elephant cow. It’s also unclear how a T. Rex’s teeth or claws might have compared to an elephant’s tusks as defensive weapons. Researchers also think T. Rex likely moved slowly, putting it at a disadvantage.