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...imagine sexual relations are much more casual [nowadays],” said Charles, remembering how male students had to sign in female visitors, who then had to leave by a designated time. “The dorms weren’t integrated” at the time, he said, and that would not begin to change until...
Sports fans like to refer to their teams in the first person. After a big victory, we exclaim, “We destroyed them.” Casual observers may not understand, but it makes sense to us die-hards. Forget even the crowd’s massive impact on each game; professional teams simply could not exist without the financial support of their fans...
Fairly regularly, though, I witnessed much less severe heckling that, nonetheless, I still would have preferred been left at home. While this different, more casual brand of heckling may not be quite as politically offensive, it still reflects poorly on a fan and his community. Comments don’t have to be racist to be immature and misguided...
Walking through the Yard one day, Lee saw the bubble gum-colored chairs seating full capacity. The sight of students interacting in a shared space—the type of casual observation one makes in passing—has convinced him of the need for gathering spaces on campus...
Located on the first floor of G entryway, the Owen Room's long tables, chairs, and blackboard create the perfect environment for group study. For those interested in private or casual study, the adjoining lounge's couches and plush chairs provide a great place to take care of that reading (and sleeping) you've been putting off this term. If you're out of Board Plus and not interested in spending your life savings in Lamont Café, the Owen Room's proximity to the dining hall makes this room a perfect home base for prolonged study...