Jesus with icicle
The Grotto in a blizzard
SKYPE!
Snow fort
Dome topped snow fort!
1st person in the DH!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Snow Day at Notre Dame
By now it's pretty well known that South Bend (as well as most of the northern part of the country) was hit by a blizzard last night. We woke up this morning to snow drifts across the sidewalks, white swirls in the air, and a text from NDalert telling us that the university was closed for the day! All University services are closed for the day, including LaFun and RecSports, and South Dining Hall is only staffed by a few lone souls brave enough to battle the odds to feed the hungry masses of sledders and snowfort-builders. Because of this, our food choices are a little limited today, but we are grateful that at least some came in so we can eat at all!
The day has been quite delightful over all. We were able to sleep in a little bit, catch up with some friends abroad, and have tons of snowy fun as well! After a leisurely time getting up, we had a big group skype with a few friends in exotic places (Cody in Israel, Nick in London, and Kevin, Aaron, and Ben in Carroll!) and we all shared a bit about our adventures so far this semester. After that Shannon was able to catch up on some reading for a class while I headed out to work on an epic snow fort with Maria, Elizabeth, Olivia, and the Carroll threesome! We used a recycling bin to make bricks, which we stacked 5-high to form our huge igloo. We even left a little window in case we need to fire arrows through it when under siege.... Aaron will post a few pictures when he gets a chance!
Today has been very relaxing and overall such an enjoyable snow day. It really was a huge surprise since there has not been a snowday for the Notre Dame South Bend program since 2000! The semester is just beginning and it looks like it's off to a great start!
The day has been quite delightful over all. We were able to sleep in a little bit, catch up with some friends abroad, and have tons of snowy fun as well! After a leisurely time getting up, we had a big group skype with a few friends in exotic places (Cody in Israel, Nick in London, and Kevin, Aaron, and Ben in Carroll!) and we all shared a bit about our adventures so far this semester. After that Shannon was able to catch up on some reading for a class while I headed out to work on an epic snow fort with Maria, Elizabeth, Olivia, and the Carroll threesome! We used a recycling bin to make bricks, which we stacked 5-high to form our huge igloo. We even left a little window in case we need to fire arrows through it when under siege.... Aaron will post a few pictures when he gets a chance!
Today has been very relaxing and overall such an enjoyable snow day. It really was a huge surprise since there has not been a snowday for the Notre Dame South Bend program since 2000! The semester is just beginning and it looks like it's off to a great start!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Merry Christmas!
Fall 2010 turned out to be a great semester (even though we didn't update the blog as much as we would have liked...)! Classes were challenging and finals not fun, but here we are on the other side, looking back at our time this semester.... We went to a lot of football games and rushed the field for our first time. We became attached to the Mediterranean food, but were disappointed that south dining hall only serves it once every 12 days. We played Settlers of Catan probably a few too many times. We hosted three Coffee, Cupcake, and Conversation parties in the 312, where people just dropped by for an open house to hang out and eat our baked goods. We have loved getting to know new friends and seeing old ones. All in all it's been a wonderful semester.
Now we look forward to next semester. Unfortunately some of our program members are only studying here a semester and will be leaving us soon. For you all, keep us posted about your semesters abroad! We are also so excited to see the people who are coming back and joining us for Spring semester! Although Lyons will be losing a few wonderful girls (especially Sarah, who will be missed!), it will also be gaining back a few wonderful ones, especially my roomie Shannon Chisholm, Mariel, Kelsey, and Shannon Kelly. We are so excited to have them back, and the last few days before break were spent cleaning and straightening up for their arrival! So Shannon, the room looks beautiful and we think you will love it when you see it! Until then, we hope you all have a beautiful and relaxing break. From the South Bend Program, Merry Christmas!
Now we look forward to next semester. Unfortunately some of our program members are only studying here a semester and will be leaving us soon. For you all, keep us posted about your semesters abroad! We are also so excited to see the people who are coming back and joining us for Spring semester! Although Lyons will be losing a few wonderful girls (especially Sarah, who will be missed!), it will also be gaining back a few wonderful ones, especially my roomie Shannon Chisholm, Mariel, Kelsey, and Shannon Kelly. We are so excited to have them back, and the last few days before break were spent cleaning and straightening up for their arrival! So Shannon, the room looks beautiful and we think you will love it when you see it! Until then, we hope you all have a beautiful and relaxing break. From the South Bend Program, Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Bad Weather in the Bend
One of the more unexpected adventures of our program site has been the unpredictable weather. After the temperature dropped down to the 30s in mid-September, we had a couple beautiful 80-degree days in early October. And today South Bend has received a visit from a tornado! So here we sit, in the basement of South Dining Hall, unable to attend our classes as we are so dying to do! Sarah and I woke up this morning to some surprisingly warm and windy weather on our way to get some early morning breakfast. After beginning to enjoy a delicious chocolate chip muffin, we received an "imminent alert for a TORNADO." Although we were hoping to attend class, our escape attempts were foiled 
by persistent dining hall workers, and we were forced to take up position in the basement.
So here we sit, melancholy and missing class, just waiting for the all-clear sign. We are coming to enjoy these adventures however, and love the unpredictable nature of life in the Bend.
Since our last blog, much has happened! Classes go on, it's still football season (we should probably refrain from commenting on this topic), and we continue to build and find new friendships! In the past month, we celebrated Sarah's 21st birthday in style with a wine and cheese party, attended a few good (and a few not-so-good) games, hosted a cupcake and coffee open-house in our room, and even reached the halfway point in our semester with fall break!
One of the favorite events of our month was a visit to the home of John and Lila, the legendary and beloved cardswipers at South Dining Hall. After enjoying a delicious meal and some homemade apple cider, we learned to play some of their favorite card and board games. The evening was a great way to get to know them and we hope to get to know them even more as the semester goes on!
Good thing this tornado warning gives us plenty of time to reflect on the events of this month and plan some more fun ones for the future! Just keep your fingers crossed we don't get picked up by a funnel cloud on the way out!
by persistent dining hall workers, and we were forced to take up position in the basement.So here we sit, melancholy and missing class, just waiting for the all-clear sign. We are coming to enjoy these adventures however, and love the unpredictable nature of life in the Bend.
Since our last blog, much has happened! Classes go on, it's still football season (we should probably refrain from commenting on this topic), and we continue to build and find new friendships! In the past month, we celebrated Sarah's 21st birthday in style with a wine and cheese party, attended a few good (and a few not-so-good) games, hosted a cupcake and coffee open-house in our room, and even reached the halfway point in our semester with fall break!
One of the favorite events of our month was a visit to the home of John and Lila, the legendary and beloved cardswipers at South Dining Hall. After enjoying a delicious meal and some homemade apple cider, we learned to play some of their favorite card and board games. The evening was a great way to get to know them and we hope to get to know them even more as the semester goes on!
Good thing this tornado warning gives us plenty of time to reflect on the events of this month and plan some more fun ones for the future! Just keep your fingers crossed we don't get picked up by a funnel cloud on the way out!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Checking in from Bio Lab
Just thought I would comment on the current state of affairs here in the Bend, as I sit patiently watching my SDS-PAGE run for 35 min. here in bio lab. I am joined by the fearless Peter Kundert and a plethora of freshman as we attempt to decide do we have milk protein, or is it spinach protein? Oh the challenging questions of life! Otherwise everyone else associated with this blog has been extremely busy, hence the lack of posts, and I hope we can resume a regular schedule of South Bend commentary soon.
T. Mark says hi!
T. Mark says hi!
Friday, September 10, 2010
A Taste of the Bend
Perhaps one of the largest hurdles to overcome when assimilating to a new (and totally foreign) culture is its food. The South Bend Program excels in this area, however; the cafeterias provide dining options from all over the world. This hasn't stopped us from trying a few of the more "unusual" items in local cuisine:
This picture shows Laura braving an unusual dish--roasted red pepper hummus and cottage cheese (we are not sure if they technically go together)--on pita sections. She reported that the appetizer was surprisingly good.
In the right picture, Sarah is eating a so-called "sandwhich", variously referred to as a hoagie, sub, or grinder in other parts of the world. Apparently, South Benders prefer a high lettuce-to-meat ratio, even if they're not vegetarian.
Here is what I ate: pasta with pesto sauce, french fries, a banana, and "coconut" cream pie. The drink is either called pop or soda, depending on who you ask (IDK what this even means?). In the picture that follows, you will see me successfully opening my banana in the style of the South Bend locals.
Notice in the background the unusual sculpture on the wall. Various replicas appear around campus here. Apparently it's a big part of Bender culture... I'm not quite sure what it represents. :-)
This picture shows Laura braving an unusual dish--roasted red pepper hummus and cottage cheese (we are not sure if they technically go together)--on pita sections. She reported that the appetizer was surprisingly good.
In the right picture, Sarah is eating a so-called "sandwhich", variously referred to as a hoagie, sub, or grinder in other parts of the world. Apparently, South Benders prefer a high lettuce-to-meat ratio, even if they're not vegetarian.
Here is what I ate: pasta with pesto sauce, french fries, a banana, and "coconut" cream pie. The drink is either called pop or soda, depending on who you ask (IDK what this even means?). In the picture that follows, you will see me successfully opening my banana in the style of the South Bend locals.
Notice in the background the unusual sculpture on the wall. Various replicas appear around campus here. Apparently it's a big part of Bender culture... I'm not quite sure what it represents. :-)
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