Sunday, November 15, 2009

only in level 4

How on earth am I supposed to cram out 15 pages of essay when I don't even know how to do my introduction??

I hate level 4 modules. But I can't deny that they're really different.

For example, only in MKT 4415 do you get to literally cut and paste SWOTs onto foolscap. So you have sticks of glue and scissors being passed around class during the exam haha. Meanwhile your prof is happily taking photos of you struggling to finish writing in time. Cool.

MNO 4313B is the best:
1) We hand up 2% assignments on Hari Raya and museums.

2) The prof explains the origins and proper technique of using chopsticks during class. And writes and explains Chinese words on transparencies.

3) The prof demonstrates tai-chi in class. And makes everyone stand up to practise "7 Head-to-Toe Exercises".

4) We sing "阿里山的姑娘" and a whole range of international folk songs during the class. Then for the grand finale, we hold hands and sing "Auld Lang Syne".

5) We watch videos (from the 1980s, with the big shoulder pads and glasses) on stress management techniques.

6) And we have to submit 15-paged project papers, in addition to doing an 8 minute individual presentation.

7) All in accordance with the prof's philosophy of "teach less to learn more". He teaches less, but I don't learn much.

I can't wait to see what next sem's module has in store.

So another friend has left to pursue greener pastures. With everyone else working, I'm like the only noob student left. I don't know whether to look forward to, or dread graduation.

Sometimes I feel anti-social. I'm content to wander around alone, or stay at home with a book. I'd rather be with a small group of close friends, than be with a big group of people.

Anyways, I'm really thankful for friends whom I can share my struggles with, who totally understand, and who instead of agreeing with everything I say, actually help me to see what's really important and readjust my priorities. Everyone needs friends like that around them haha.

Whether full or empty it's all the same
It's so easy to see, everyone can agree, you're not to blame

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