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...resident of Stoughton Hall his freshman year, Leder, who grew up in Arlington, Va., says that his dormitory was a reflection of his socioeconomic standing. “There was a hierarchy of dorms,” he recalls. “Those with the means could live in nicer dorms at the time and if those without could live in the character rich dorms.” Because neither one of his parents had gone to college, Leder says he did not face any pressure to choose a particular school. While he considered enrolling in the Naval Academy, Leder...
...mood is to ply her with Skittles. Only about 10% of the meals ready to eat (MREs) contain Laura's favorite treat, so her staff hoards them for use whenever they have to deliver bad news. She has been impressed at how comfortable her camp has been. "Much nicer than the cesspool they have put Jim in," she notes. She shares a tent with 65 of her troops, discovering to her surprise how loudly some men snore. They all sleep in their uniforms or stripped down to T shirts; there are separate showers and latrines for men and women...
...FINDING THE NET Turndown service is nice, but wireless is even nicer. To supplement old-fashioned amenities, some hotels are trumpeting free high-speed Net access that lets you log in without worrying about wiring. For a list of such hot spots, check wififreespot.com...
...have one group of close friends doesn’t mean you can’t have another.4. Try to avoid drinking cheap alcohol out of red plastic cups—In other words, find a way into establishments where the drinking age is 21. Smaller amounts of nicer alcohol always beat massive quantities of Ron Roberto Rum. You’ll save your dignity and your liver. 5. Go on a real spring break—It took me until senior year to go on spring break, and I wish I’d learned the joys of lying...
...Finding the Net Turndown service is nice, but wireless is even nicer. To supplement old-fashioned amenities, some hotels are trumpeting free high-speed Net access that lets you log in without worrying about wiring. For a list of such hot spots, check wififreespot.com Surf in Bed No wi-fi? No problem. This portable Netgear Travel Router converts your hotel Web access into a wireless connection so you can manage work from anywhere in your room. Plugging In Tumi is known more for luggage than electronics, but its new travel kit features a handy electric adapter that works for laptops...