Word: transferring
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...might be heartening, however, to know that while surviving the Quad might require some adjustments, it may actually make for a happier Harvard experience. Life in the Far Three fosters House spirit, independence and a general well-being. Quad-bound rising sophomores whose first instinct is to order transfer paperwork should remember that many critics before them have ended up calling their housing assignment "the best thing that could have happened." True, Quad life may eliminate 3 a.m. Tommy's, but in the cheerful words of Jones, "that just means we can spend more money on booze...
...affinity for the physical Quad territory is one distinguishing characteristic of the Quadlings who learn to adore their homeland. John W.M. Moore '01, plans to transfer to Leverett next year and won't really miss the spacious field, while Quad enthusiast Brandon P. Jones '00 disagrees, claiming "it's underappreciated." Jones mentions wiffle ball and frisbee as favorite activities and procrastination techniques...
...move to Leverett next year because of a "combination of social and convenience factors, but mostly the social." The sophomore originally blocked with his freshman roommates, but has prioritized the maintenance of his River-based friendships throughout this year. Of his original blocking group of 15, five attempted to transfer and only two were successful. Moore asserts that transferring to Leverett will not only make him happier socially, but will also "improve my academics a lot." Like many of his fellow Quadlings, he often uses "bad weather as an excuse not to go to class...
...FUNCTIONAL FACTOR. For functionalists, the inconveniences of Quad life can make transferring worthwhile. Following the recent rape case in Byerly Hall, female Quad residents seeking to transfer have expressed concern about walking home down Garden Street alone or after nightfall. Other unhappy Quadlings have cited the far trips to athletic practices across the River. Most, however, are simply frustrated at the inaccessibility of their belongings throughout the day. One junior transfer sums up the frustration leading up to her decision to exit Currier House: "You inevitably forget a book, a problem set, a Tutorial paper. Then...
...those members of the class of 2002 fortunate enough to find themselves randomized into the Quad, congratulations. Fight the temptation to reach for the transfer application or burn more voodoo dolls. Instead, hold your head high and enthusiastically embrace the house that you will soon call your home...