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Week 10 Sem 121
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3. Weekly BUSA Report 4. Customers In Retail 6. Just a Few Thoughts... 7. Comback or Comedown? 8. Email Etiquette: Are You Doing It Right? 9. I Choose You! 10. A Step Too Far... 11. Up Close and Personal With the Hotties on Campus
12. Photos 16. Posters 18. Music, Arts & Reviews 20. Sport 22. GAPPS 23. GMC 24. HTSA 25. Odds & Ends 26. Posters 28. Haaaave You Met...?
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FROM THE DESK OF: YASMIN ZEINAB
EXECUTIVE DRINKS It’s that time of semester again - Executive Drinks voting! Executive drinks is an opportunity each semester to recognise Bond’s outstanding clubs, societies and individuals for their achievements and service to student life at Bond. On any give day of the week there are a handful of events to attend that cater for all demographics. There are a wealth of opportunities and services available to all students ranging from academic competitions to revisions seminars and tutor databases. And much, much more! All due to the hard work of our clubs, societies and individuals.
editor’s report Four weeks until holidays! And yes that means two weeks left of class until exams start - Mother of God. We’re well and truly at the business-end of the semester, with Exec Drinks a little over a week away, exams on the horizon, and EOSB a glimmer of hope in the notso-distant future. But for those of you who live on the edge, and like to tempt the GPA Gods with a little night-before-an-assignmnet-is-due-drinking-and-partying; don’t forget Live ‘n’ Loud is on tomorrow night! Get behind your fellow Bondies, and prepare for an awesome night of live music, dancing and nectar of the Uni Student Gods.
If you feel strongly about a particular event, club, society or a person who has gone above and beyond to contribute to our Bond community then jump on BondSync and nominate them now. We are accepting nominations for the following awards: • Best Cultural Club • Best Small Event • Best Sporting Club • Best Event • Best Faculty Student Association • Most Outstanding Contribution to Campus Life • Best General Staff Member • Service to Students
This week we have a breadth of topics, with everything from retail customers to date auction candidates; and a hell of a lot in between. Surely there will be something to tickle your fancy, and provide some much needed procrastination and distraction from that essay due in little over 48 hours. Or heaven forbid - group assignment.
Awards will be announced at Executive Drinks Friday of Week 11 in a night that celebrates clubs, societies, FSA’s and individuals for their contribution to camps life.
Due to a heavily stocked social calendar this semester, we’ve had to squish seven events into four photo pages; but we hope you enjoy them nonetheless. Don’t forget photos are uploaded every Wednesday afternoon, so you can get tag-happy and find a new FB DP. I know I did thanks to Stakes Day. Which if you didn’t go to you seriously missed out. Like actually.
Don’t miss an opportunity to nominate. Nominations close this Friday - log into BondSync to nominate your favourite club. If you have any questions or would like information feel free to send me an email: yasmin.zeinab@student.bond.edu.au
Although the semester is winding down, there are still two editions of Scope left! If this is your last semester and you’re yet to contribute - get on it. We’d love to hear from you, especially if it’s a piece on what you plan to do with your life after Bond. Yearbook deliberations are also in the woodworks, so if you have ideas on what you’d like to see in this year’s Yearbook; please send me an email! Until next week, xx
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Customers In Retail
Adam Rodwell
Now this article may seem a tad out of place but, unknown to others, some students at Bond actually dedicate themselves to part-time jobs. Most of these jobs are retail-based, and I find it only mandatory that new employees and current employees within the Bond community are aware of what is the “retail customer”. They come in all shapes, sizes and colours (so as not to discriminate), but this article will focus on their attitudes instead, because their attitudes are what employees love best…
substitute. Who is to say that particular races don’t understand the basics of human communication? Most customers will try to interpret what you’re saying in the most simplistic terms, so pointing to the actual object of discussion usually helps the situation. If all else fails, cop out by assuming that you’ve guessed their order correctly, and say, “Don’t worry, the price is [insert price here]”.
The Foreigner
This person can really piss a retail assistant off. Usually, there are time limits and quotas to meet, of which a customer has no concept. Indecision can eat away at those precious considerations.
With great dependency on the tourism industry, the Coast is home to many exotic appearances AND accents. Of course, physical appearances usually prepare you for the onset of a difficult conversation, but it is the pronunciation and accent that really challenges you. Common Difficulties: There will be many opportunities to look like an idiot when this customer arrives. The problems involve miscommunication, misinterpretation, mistakes, mis-everything. It’s horrible to charge or serve someone with something that they didn’t actually order/ want, so guess wisely. Proposed Solutions: Signs, colours, and visual demonstrations. Each customer may be unfamiliar with our language, but caveman style is an adequate
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The Indecisive One
Common Difficulties: Decision-making. Of course - it’s obvious - the person will stand there and not buy anything. This can lead to a long queue (for fast-paced businesses), a wasted effort (for clothing outlets), or an attack upon a retail assistant’s self-esteem. Proposed Solutions: Sometimes, the average retail assistant will wait, whereas the smart one will seize the opportunity to flood the customer with multiple offers at higher prices whilst trying to achieve targets. Do the latter. Soon, they won’t know what to buy, but you’ll have their hand over the counter with a $20 bill. If they don’t know whether to use Eftpos or cash, insist on cash – the sooner money is retrieved, the better you are at your job.
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It usually becomes irritating trying to reason with them, or explain that the same service isn’t available; after all, they woke up at 7am, went for a run, ate some oat meal, and nothing could possibly get them down.
The Enthusiast The Enthusiast is someone who we can’t get enough of, or so they think. They’ll come in with an extravagant order/request because they’ve done it before somewhere, or have extensive knowledge of the subject. It usually becomes irritating trying to reason with them, or explain that the same service isn’t available; after all, they woke up at 7am, went for a run, ate some oat meal, and nothing could possibly get them down. Common Difficulties: A usual problem could be the speed of their request – we’re not computers, and I doubt even computers could keep up with such a Phar Lap.
Common Difficulties: The biggest problem is reasoning, which is integral to human discussion. There can also be dispute between the assistant and the customer, and this creates a danger to the business’ reputation and the assistant’s job in particular.
Proposed Solutions: 1. Clarify 2. Repetition is the key. Negotiate, treat them as a foreigner and be nothing but kind. The results of doing the opposite can be quite catastrophic, so tread carefully.
Proposed Solutions: There are multiple solutions to this creature’s advances. 1. Take the hard line approach Tell them they’re wrong; give them reasons, give them proof, and, if that doesn’t work, retrieve the manager. Effective phrases such as “stop”, “shut up”, or “listen for a second”, should put the customer in his/her place.
The Lurker This person is not a criminal, nor a spy, but there is an element of sneakiness to him/her. He/she usually appears at the counter suddenly, without warning, taking you by surprise with an item in his/her hand.
2. Throw in a few jokes Jokes ease the tension and create a friendly atmosphere between the customer and assistant. Making jokes also deludes the customer, giving time to plan an offensive or simply process what the customer truly wants (to feel superior).
Common Difficulties: There’s just something that isn’t quite right. Proposed Solutions: There are none. Watch your back.
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The Grade A (or B+) Although the name may seem unfamiliar, this type of person is very, very, familiar. This customer knows what’s going on, no questions asked. The sky isn’t blue, it’s their favourite colour. If you say the price is $2.50, they’ll make sure it isn’t $2.55. Regardless of the outcome, you know that this person has made a decent infringement on your self-esteem.
To supplement the above advice is a table of commonly used phrases by each customer, so that you can quickly identify and counter-attack their advances. Of course, there will always be a customer who defies the law of stereotypes, and for that, God speed.
Question vs. Customer Responses
Hey, How are you?
Can I get you anything?
Have a nice day.
The Foreigner
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*points
*Nods
The Indecisive One
“Just give us a minute”
“Just give us a minute”
“Pardon?”
The Enthusiast
“I’m great! How are you?”
“Can I get this with [list of ridiculous requests] with [more ridiculous requests]…Is that possible?”
“You too!”
The Lurker
“Hmmm”
*murmur
“Thanks”
The Grade A (or B+)
“Just fantastic”
“Just give me a [specified order]”
“Thanks, I will”
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Just a Few Thoughts…
Dylan Hans
To begin, I want to clarify that this article is not intended to disrespect any religion or religious groups within the Bond community. It is a mere critique of the attitudes of Bond University and BUSA towards secularism. The concept of freedom of religion is embedded within the Australian Constitution. Despite a Christian-dominant context, the government was intended to have sovereignty over religion. It’s fairly safe to say that a similar principle has been established in Australian culture: Respect all religions, but equally respect my right to not have any religion imposed upon me.
By not only allowing a religious group to host the event, but so much as impose religious practices, our secular framework has been shaken. This event represents a poor representation of the diversity oF religion in the Bond community. Most private educational institutes are associated with a religion. When I made the decision to study at Bond University, I was under the impression that our university was different. Our student body is built upon a diverse mixture of cultures, races and religions, arguably unparalleled by any other University in Australia. This feature is certainly something that makes Bond special. That is why when I entered the line for Wednesday by the Water in Week 8, I was genuinely shocked and, admittedly, disappointed. For those readers who did not attend, or are not aware, the Muslim Student Association hosted Wednesday by the Water in Week 8. I’m sure that I was not the only one offended by this event. I will use the event as an example of Bond’s breach of secularism. Before food was served, males and females were divided into separate lines. A member of the MSA made an introductory speech, and halal food was served. As I was lining up, I noticed that various provocative questions about Islam were posed. I interpreted this as an attempt to encourage attendees to further
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enquire about Islam. Later, I asked the gentleman serving me why students had been divided into gender lines. He told me that it was Muslim tradition. There was much positivity about the event. It was fantastic to experience different food, music and culture. However, when religion comes into the picture, we’re delving into an entirely different platform. Most people have their own beliefs and attitudes towards spirituality. I certainly cannot speak for all students, but if I had an interest in Islam, I would personally seek out information and make it a personal experience. I believe that there is an important difference between a group simply hosting a regular Bond event and a group exploiting that position to impose beliefs and practices upon students. To be specific, the acts of separating genders for feasting and eating halal food are specific restrictions imposed in Islamic codes. To require attendees of Wednesday by the Water to follow these practices is subjecting them to conduct of Islam. In my opinion, this amounts to an imposition of religion and a challenge of one’s spiritual beliefs. Of course, some will argue that we were not forced to attend or forced to consume halal food. To those, I would respond that Wednesday by the Water is a regular event hosted by the student association of Bond, whose role it is to serve the students of our university. By not only allowing a religious group to host the event, but so much as impose religious practices, our secular framework has been shaken. This event represents a poor representation of the diversity of religion in the Bond community. Bond University and BUSA should remain religiously impartial. Despite this criticism, I cannot stress enough the importance for our students to be involved and active in our religions if that is what we want, and to be proud of our cultures and beliefs. There is nothing wrong with seeking to promote beliefs within the community, I simply suggest that it is done independently and separately from our areligious student body. Note: no criticism towards the MSA is intended. The Week 8 Wednesday by the Water has been specifically mentioned for the sole reason that it is the most recent example of BUSA’s affiliation with religious groups. I recognise that similar situations have occurred with various religious groups at Bond in the past.
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Comeback or Comedown? Shannan Carroll
Nothing is ever as good as the original – or very rarely. There is the occasional aberration; for instance, according to IMDb. com, the final Harry Potter film grossed higher than The Philosopher’s Stone. That said, the finale was the only HP instalment to exceed the premiere – and the story was supposed to be serial. Most often, the only place to go from the heights of glory is down, down, down. It is a lesson that has been learned the hard way by a considerable group of Australian icons, who have risked their hard-earned legacies in the pursuit of a second set of glory days – with rather disastrous outcomes.
by rival networks, according to an article published in The Australian in 2011. This forced a retreat by Negus back to the guest panellist seat on Ten’s more successful The Project. You could argue the back-up gig softened the fall, but I’m sure it still hurt.
Most often, the only place to go from the heights of glory is down, down, down. It is a lesson that has been learnt the hard way by a considerable group of Australian icons, who have risked their hard-earned legacies in the pursuit of a second set of glory days; with rather disastrous outcomes.
Once upon a time, Ian Thorpe was untouchable. With five Olympic gold medals, (along with a few silver and bronze), and numerous other prestigious sporting titles to his name, he had earned his place amongst Australia’s sporting legends. One has to wonder, however, if those past successes shine a little less brightly following Thorpe’s disappointing performance at the Australian Olympic swimming trials at the weekend. Finishing well behind his contemporary competitors, and seconds behind his own times of yesteryear, both in the 100m and 200m freestyle, Thorpe’s hopes of re-living his experiences at Sydney and Athens in London later this year appeared fanciful. The swimmer said it best himself when he noted the nightmarish turn his comeback dream has taken. Perhaps, though, Thorpe can take a cold kind of comfort in the knowledge that he is far from the first to take a hit to his rep whilst aiming for a second shot at the big time.
On that note, at the risk of revisiting what already seems to be ‘old news’, no discussion of unsuccessful comebacks is complete without considering Kevin Rudd’s last-ditch attempt at the Labor leadership. It had all the features of a good Hollywood blockbuster: the overseas resignation, the vitriolic accusations of disloyalty, the future of a country hanging in the balance. The stage was set for Kevin Rudd to reclaim his former Prime Ministerial post in the most outstanding of fashions. Alas, it was not to be, and Rudd has now completed his political regression from leader of a nation, to Foreign Minister, to backbencher. It has been the ultimate comeback turned comedown – if you’re willing to accept the renunciation of all future claims to the leadership. Maybe we should prepare ourselves for one of those aforementioned aberrations – a third time lucky?
George Negus has had the kind of career most aspiring journalists dream about. According to a personal profile provided by the SBS website, Negus transitioned quickly from print to digital journalism, and forged a reputation hosting such news and current affairs programs as 60 Minutes, Foreign Correspondent and Dateline. Negus has travelled the world, interviewed many a foreign dignitary, and has authored three books; I’ve read Negus’ 2010 title, and can offer my recommendation.
Most of us could name a great many people who are legends in their own minds. We can all identify an elite few who have, at one stage or another, assumed iconic status in the minds of others. Yet, it takes a very special kind of someone to reclaim former glories with the same certain grip with which they were once held. Long story short, extra editions are only very rarely as good as the original. When you get your moment in the sun, take it, and hold onto it. And once the moment has passed, think very carefully about what you value more: the undeniable memories, or the thrill of risking it all in a second throw of the die.
In more recent years, however, Negus’ golden reputation has, arguably, been somewhat tarnished, thanks to Channel Ten’s failed attempt to re-craft the network as a serious news provider. Ostensibly, the goal was to use Negus’ formidable reputation as a ‘hard’ news reporter as a basis from which to sell current affairs to an audience accustomed to a diet of reality TV, from Big Brother to The Biggest Loser. Needless to say, 6:30 with George Negus didn’t last long, consistently attracting a viewership less than half the size of alternative current affairs programs offered
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Email Etiquette: Are You Doing It Right? Nadia Cybulski Have you ever received one of those annoying chain emails that claim you will die at midnight if you do not forward it on? Have you ever received an email that clearly displays the writer’s lack of punctuation, grammar and spelling ability? I can confidently say that I have many-a-time received both types of emails. Showing a blatant disregard for email etiquette, or ‘netiquette’, peeves me right off.
people who send these emails should be firmly shaken and told, “Uh hello, this is not a bestselling novel you’re writing here. Cut the crap and get to the point!” Thirdly and possibly most importantly: correct grammar, punctuation, spelling and context should be used. For example, using all capital letters appears as though you are angry and yelling at the recipient, and using all lowercase letters appears as though you are just downright lazy.
Anyhow, enough complaining about the lack of ‘netiquette’ and on to a little re-education (if you please), about what to do and what not to do when it comes to composing an email to your friends, family, lecturers and, most importantly, potential employers.
A general rule of thumb I tend to personally abide by is that if you haven’t heard back from the recipient within 24 hours, chase them up with a phone call, or even, shock horror, a face-to-face meeting. The first thing to do when composing an email is to gauge your recipient audience. In simple terms, this means that one should be using an appropriate writing style based on who the recipients are. When sending an email to a potential employer or lecturer, it is suggested that a professional approach should be taken. I have personally heard of a few instances in which lecturers and employers (not necessarily from Bond) have received emails with content something like this: “Hey man, it would be totes awesome if you could swing us the lecture slides from last week”; or, “Hey, how’s it going? I was wondering if youse would like to give me a job?” Those examples are fails of the most epic proportion. Secondly, you should make sure that the content of your email is brief and to the point. Once again, drawing from personal experience, there is nothing worse than receiving and reading a three page email with nothing but ramblings, broken trains of thought and no point. Halfway through the three pages of incoherent ramblings, the reader is likely to go into meltdown and yell many curses and obscenities at the computer screen. The
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This laziness can also be applied to using little to no punctuation or even incorrect grammar and spelling. As if someone wants to receive an email that reads: “OMG lyk dis guy is totes hawt!! HE HAS THE BEST ARMZ EVAAA. i should lyk SOOOOO go over there ask him out and stuffz.” I think I just died a little on the inside for even having to both type and make up a sentence that looks like (pardon the French) shit that today’s 12-year-olds would type. Yeah, you may laugh or even scoff, but there are still people out there who type like this. I know, it’s hard to believe...or is it? Lastly, emails shouldn’t be an excuse to avoid personal contact, or a reason to slack off from given responsibilities (e.g. within a group project or professional scene). A general rule of thumb I tend to personally abide by is that if you haven’t heard back from the recipient within 24 hours, chase them up with a phone call, or even, shock horror, a face-to-face meeting. Even though this article is based around the topic ‘netiquette’, this last section can be applied to any form of informal communication like text messages, IMs, etc. It’s quite noticeable in society today that people tend to shy away from personal contact. I guess it’s only the natural progression for society to take due to the promotion and sale of all these new and exciting types of technology, but when you see a 10-year-old walking around with an iPhone sending text messages to their friend standing right beside them, one can’t help but think, “When I was your age, I was outside playing with my friends and writing letters to pen pals.” Anyhow, that’s about all I have to say about ‘netiquette’ and the likes. Hopefully some of these nuggets of wisdom will crop up in your mind the next time you’re writing an important email. I’m Nadia Cybulski and you stay classy Bond University.
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I Choose You! A mildly amusing guide to subject selection
Kyle Manning So, subject selection is here. Have you chosen yet? If not – or if you’re unsure if you’ve chosen wisely – here are some things to think about while sifting through the possibilities.
necessary scope of their courses. This could include a language you’ve never experienced before, or an elective that you’re interested in that isn’t directly related to your degree. Knowledge is power, right? Why not build it up and stretch it out as much as you can? Just because you’re bringing your ambition to life doesn’t mean you can’t discover new and wonderful ambitions long the way. But these apples do come with a warning sticker: Don’t bite off more than you can chew.
Let’s break it down. According to my impossibly complex subject analysis system, there are four main categories of subjects to choose from: Easy ‘A’s, Shits’n’Giggles, Bullets, and Apples. Easy ‘A’ These are the subjects in which we expect an automatic HD (or at least a pass without particular effort). This could include a professionally trained actor taking Public Speaking, or enrolling in French 1 after a year of living in Paris. Top of your class in high school maths? Try Elementary Mathematics. Got a brain? Try Reasoning Skills. This category is good for getting decent marks and completing a subject with minimal stress. And that’s good, right? Just try not to let on how easy you find it – you don’t want other students to see you as a troll.
This could include a professionally trained actor taking Public Speaking, or enrolling in French 1 after a year of living in Paris. Top of your class in high school maths? Try Elementary Mathematics. Got a brain? Try Reasoning Skills.
Shits’n’Giggles You guessed it. These are the subjects we take purely for fun. Most often electives, these subjects will usually have titles that seem exciting, and outlines that appear enjoyable. Sex, Society and the Movies. Love, Sex and Relationships. Hold on, is there a theme here? Other attractive subjects might include Wine Studies and Gender Communication (depending on your personal tastes and interests). And why not do Intro to Accounting for funsies? Just kidding! (Or am I?)
So there are the major and rather vague categories of subjects. Personally, I would recommend a fair mix of these. I study four subjects at a time and I aim to enrol in two bullets, one apple, and one from the other two categories per semester. You should also consider assessment types. Do all your planned subjects next semester have a final exam? Maybe swap one for a subject that doesn’t. If you have the luxury of having several choices available, check out when the major assignments are due. If you’re going to have four 1000+ word essays due in the same week, I’d suggest some rearrangement.
Bullets I’ve called these subjects bullets because we eventually have to bite them. Compulsory subjects, even when tolerable, can seem like such a drag, simply because we have no choice but to complete them. Whether they be our core subjects, or essential to our degree/major, it really is better to get them out of the way as soon as possible. The more we put them off, the more menacing they become, like a monster growing scarier while we keep the wardrobe closed. Here’s a helpful tip though – if you find the vast majority of your bullets to be boring and uninteresting, you may be pursuing the wrong field of study.
What you really want is a good variety of subjects that are interesting, challenging, enjoyable and beneficial to you.
Apples These subjects are vaguely similar to bullets in the sense that you bite them. However, apples are optional, and expected to be difficult. Apples are for students who want a challenge, students who have a desire to extend their knowledge beyond the
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A Step Too Far…
Rhys Larsen
“He who permits himself to tell a lie once, finds it much easier to do it a second and third time, till at length it becomes habitual; he tells lies without attending to it, and truths without the world’s believing him. This falsehood of the tongue leads to that of the heart, and in time depraves all its good dispositions.” THOMAS JEFFERSON, letter to Peter Carr, 19 August 1785 Those people who can project themselves in a positive manner towards others reign supreme. As university students, we must constantly self-advertise in order to make any progress in the big, wide, real world. The workplace is an extremely competitive environment and now prospective employees must do more and more to distinguish themselves from the crowd. As Bond University students, we are encouraged to “bring our ambition to life”. But this is far easier said than done. For many of us, achieving our goals will take more than a degree from this university. It will take hours of work-experience, internship applications, working the graveyard shift at a wage that is borderline illegal (in Australia anyway); and perhaps most importantly, constantly advertising ourselves just to get a foot in the door. But this isn’t the only time we employ these skills. We may not be aware, but a vast majority of us are trying to sell ourselves every single day. Whenever a funny story is told, the storyteller may change or exaggerate specific details so as to make the story more appealing to the listener. There have been times that I have heard the same story on four or five different occasions, each one slightly different from the time before. There is nothing particularly wrong with some harmless detail fluffing, but when exactly does an exaggeration evolve into a misrepresentation; and from there, an outright lie? I found myself in this exact situation no more than a week ago, in a discussion with a friend. We were on the topic of extra-curricular participation, and I told her that I had been involved in
a certain event. But this could not have been further from the truth. This single act of dishonesty almost cost me a very important friendship. It’s true that people don’t hate being lied to; they hate finding out they’ve been lied to, and some more than others.
Whenever a funny story is told, the storyteller may change or exaggerate specific details so as to make the story more appealing to the listener. What concerns me most is not that I lied, but the ease with which I did. In fact, I didn’t even feel guilty until I became aware that she knew I wasn’t being honest. In retrospect, as someone who considers himself to be a very truthful person, I was shocked at the number of times I had made slight misrepresentations. It makes me wonder how many of my friends have noticed, but have never mentioned it. It makes me wonder how many times I’ve been making a fool out of myself when the person I was talking to obviously knew better. It makes me wonder what type of person I am gradually turning into. I know I’m not the only person at this university who needs to re-evaluate himself. But if I am, there are a lot more people out there being more dishonest to themselves than they are to others. I’m not saying everyone at Bond is a liar, far from it. What I am saying is that it’s rare for so many exceptional individuals to be in a single institution. As such, it is that much harder to be distinguished from the crowd and we, therefore, resort to exaggeration just to get that little bit further ahead of the pack. There really is nothing wrong with this! All I ask is that you don’t do what I did. Don’t take it a step too far.
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Up Close and Personal With the Hotties on Campus The Original Date Auction being held this Thursday night at Don’s Tavern from 9.30pm, will be a fabulous occasion. Bond’s voted most beautiful people will be up for auction and successful bidders will be entitled to take them on a classy date to either Kamikaze, The Lake, O’Sushi on Broadbeach, The Cardamom Pod or Event Cinemas. Proceeds from this charity event will go towards the Hope Foundation in Brisbane. Come along and place your bid – because after all, who said money can’t buy love?
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Age: 20 Degree: Law/Commerce Beginning semester: 101 Hometown: Radelaide Star Sign: Virgo What is your favourite drink? Tequila! I keep salt in my car. What activities/hobbies do you enjoy doing? Fist pumping. What is the worst pickup line that someone has used on you? Do you believe in love at first sight or should I walk past again? Sadly, it worked…
Age: 19 Degree: Bachelor of Law/ Bachelor of Property and Sustainable Development (Urban Development and Sustainability) Beginning Semester: 111 Hometown: Melbourne Star Sign: Gemini What is your favourite movie? The Matrix If Hollywood made a movie about your life, who would you like to see play the lead role as you? I have always seen myself as Will Smith, Pursuit of Happyness. If you were an animal what would you be and why? Panda, because they are big and cuddly but also can rip you apart.
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Age: 21 Degree: Commerce/Business Beginning Semester: 101 Hometown: Perth Star Sign: Capricorn If you were a celebrity, who would you be and why? Sandra Bullock – naked slap scene with Ryan Reynolds. What is the worst pickup line that someone has used on you? You have nice calves. Who is your celebrity crush? George Clooney. I like my men well seasoned.
Age: 22 Degree: Ps ychology a nd Crimino ogy lHometown: Gold Coast Star Sign: G emini What activiti es/hobbies do you enjoy doing? Wedding Ph otography, Art, music and advent ures which involve thril l seeking. If you were a celebrity, who would you be and why? Leona rdo DiCaprio or James Dean beca use of their great roles and ways w ith the ladie Who is your s. celebrity cr ush? Alexis Bledel and Emma Rob erts.
WEEK NINE Photographers: Kenny Kagiah (pg.12) | Jona Villanueva (pg.12) | Shaun Rotman (pg.13 & 15) | Stuart McKelvie (pg.13) | Liam Byrne (pg.14) | Jorja Wallace (pg.14)
Events: WBTW & Pep Rally | Careers Fair | Bus v Law Rugby | Grudge Week Closing Party | SDSA Games Night | Masquerade Ball | St. Paddy’s Day
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BOND UNIVERSITY DRAMA SOCIETY PRESENTS
DIRECTED BY THOMAS BEVANS WRITTEN BY SOPHIE MANION 28 MARCH 2012 THE ADCO AMPITHEATRE SHOW BEGINS AT 7PM FOOD AND DRINKS AVALIABLE FOR PURCHASE
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Journey (The Video Game, not the Band) JONATHAN DODD
Waking alone on the sandy banks of an unknown land, there stands a mountaintop in the distance. Piercing the otherwise absent horizon, it acts as a beacon, calling out to those who encounter a similar fate to that of your cloaked figure. So you set off in search of what lies at the top of this mysterious mountain, braving the scorched deserts, subterranean labyrinths, and frozen plains. Point A to B. A rudimentary objective but much like most adventures, it is the journey rather than destination that we cherish so deeply. Such is the premise of Journey, Thatgamecompany’s next endeavour in the realm of stylised, minimalistic, downloadable titles. Rather than a multitude of commands, players are given three abilities: to walk, to shift the camera, and to perform an almost enigmatic shout that is your primary interactive tool with the world and whoever you may encounter as you travel to your destination. Not that you may ever use this shout to catch the attention of anyone else found throughout your time in Journey. For the traveller represents another player, intent on reaching the mountaintop that, by chance, happens to exist in the same plain as that of your own cloaked being. How you interact with them is entirely up to you. Do you merely pass them by? Do you shout? Do they shout back? Do you end up choosing a path where your paths stay forever intertwined until you make that final ascent?
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Each choice will resonate differently to the individual controlling the figure on the screen. This is because, bar the harmonious music and sleek landscape, there is no other method to convey your intentions. This channelling of expression, combined with fact that on face level the noises of each character have no salient meaning, allows you to interpret every interaction and moment in a completely individual manner. Adventuring through the ruins of this forgotten civilization is simply the most outstanding graphical experience, outperforming all that is sheer realism through the faintest of brushstrokes, elegant bloom, and better sand physics than any that Nathan Drake has encountered. There is no HUD, only a scarf attached to your cloak that extends or retracts with each gather or expenditure of magic. To me, Journey is a pilgrimage that felt as if although there are others that have walked the same path as me, their steps could never create an indistinguishable copy of what I experienced. Journey encompasses the beautiful freedom of art within an entertainment medium. This is the sole reason why I love video games, for it is moments such as the introduction that take my breath away in awe of the creativity and love of passionate individuals. Journey is available this week over the PlayStation Network
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PARIS FAINT
Game of Thrones
For the second time this year I just finished watching the first season of one of the best television shows running. If you’re a fan of excellent screenwriting, power politics and all things ‘ye olde,’ you are a fan of the HBO series Game of Thrones. Game of Thrones is the TV adaptation of the Song of Ice and Fire book series by George R. R. Martin, and having read the first book in the series myself; I’d say that the TV show pretty much gets all the necessary details bang on (which is about as rare to do as catching a Scyther in the safari zone before it runs away for the eight-hundredth time). There are three central story-lines in Game of Thrones, and the scenes take place in four main locations within the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. Kings Landing is where most of the political drama and ruthless backstabbing takes place; because it’s where the king, his evil bitch of a wife, and the queen’s treacherous family resides. Winterfell is the home of the hardened Stark family, headed by the incredibly typecast Sean Bean as the Lord Eddard Stark who owns the series catchphrase, “winter is coming”. The Wall is a massive structure keeping out the undesirables of the region, and it’s placed as far north as possible away from all the big cities (it’s also incidentally where bastard child of Lord Stark hopes for his balls to drop so he can
get some honour to his name). Lastly there’s Pentos and the land across the sea to the east. This is pretty much where all of the series’ rape occurs, and also where the disgraced former prince sells of his sister to a mountain of a horselord (played by the damn sexy Jason Momoa) for an army that he can go reclaim his kingdom with. For all you people with little kiddies out there, make sure your door is dead-bolted and soundproofed before you watch this in the confines of your room; because it is pretty darn gnarly. If rape, violence, and sex isn’t enough, the decapitation and bloody wolf mauling should get the ‘gruesome’ title it deserves. I gotta tell you too, the F-Bomb drops way harder when it’s said with a posh English accent. But that being said, you absolutely have to watch this show. I’m not giving you a choice. You need to go and watch season one in the next two weeks before season 2 comes out on the first of next month. Just go home now and before you do anything else watch an episode. If you can come up to me the next day, look me in the eye and tell me truthfully, “Paris, I would rather pluck out my own fingernails than watch Game of Thrones one more time,” I will go to all of my classes next week naked and painted orange.
Behold, the Drama Society’s Extravaganza! 28th March, 2012 @ The Amphitheatre On March 28th, Bond University’s Drama Society (BUDS) will be presenting their annual Extravaganza. Now you may be thinking, “What is this Extravaganza business you speak of?” Well it is a night of entertainment, laughter, music and food; who wouldn’t like that? In addition, this year it has been written by our very own Sophie Manion! The Extravaganza definitely promises to be a night to impress. Set in a Burlesque-style club, the performing troupe and club staff create more entertainment than they thought they would, when the lead singer’s kleptomaniac brother is released from prison and sets out to reform his ways. With a play and a burlesque show rolled into one, this semester’s Extravaganza showcases some of Bond’s best acting and performing talent in an original production. Our amazing cast has been working exceptionally, and we are incredibly excited. But for me, this isn’t just another show. It’s also my grand directorial debut, and I’m nervous as hell! After months of planning, rehearsing, driving around the Gold Coast for props, and chasing down actors, writers and composers; the show has finally come together. Despite the blood, sweat, tears, back-aching hard work, late nights, and long rehearsals; we are almost there. There’s just one last mile to conquer! On behalf of BUDS and myself, we have all loved the process even in times of stress and trouble. Watching our dreams that were once just etches on scrappy paper, come to life, is exciting. We honestly can’t wait to show Bondies just what we have been working on these past few months. We hope you come down and see us perform. Be ready for
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a good laugh, good food and a great time. We’d love to see you there. When: Wednesday night, Week 11 from 7pm–8:30pm Where: Amphitheatre. Cost: FREE! If you would like to show your support for the Drama Society, we will be taking gold coin donations on the night Food: We will be providing pizza, and drinks will be available for purchase from the bar. Why should I go? 1. Who doesn’t like pizza? And this pizza is free; can’t go wrong with that. 2. In the words of Robbie Williams, “Let me entertain you!” (aka the show’s a lot of fun and a good laugh, just come.) 3. Be blown away by our actors, seriously if they don’t win Tony’s for this; there’s something wrong with the world. 4. As if you want to do that assignment anyway. Don’t procrastinate on 9gag, procrastinate at the Amphitheatre instead. 5. If you don’t come, I’ll cry. Yes I mean you. We’ve known each other a while now. I’ve given you so much support yet you give none back. Don’t come to this and that’s it. Friendship over! Who is performing? Melanie Belham – Tahnee Baker Dan Belham – Jack Harbour Holly Tanner – Sara Yap Christine Gira – Danielle Ibanez Martina ‘Mumma’ Smith – Gabi Sarroff Wayne Cartwright – Sam Al-Haddad Lizzy Cross – Pippa Martino Pamela Croft – Dana Heriot Police Officer 1 – Jessica Drummer Police Officer 2 – Hugo Monotti
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Bond Open – Nerve-racking Rallies on the Courts
Luis Kennedy
Left to Right: Division 2 Elliot Kraa (Runner Up), Prasad Bokil (Winner); Division 1 Luis Kennedy (Winner), and James Cornish (Runner Up)
The Tennis Club’s Bond Open for Semester 121 was held in sweltering conditions last Friday afternoon. This tournament-like event produces a competitive atmosphere, and the quality of tennis this semester was impressive. The format comprises of two divisions playing off in a roundrobin contest, and the top two from each group progressing to the semi-finals. It was encouraging to see plenty of beginners and intermediate players this semester, and they certainly put up a strong fight. An intense match between Elliot Kraa and Daniel Jade going somewhat the distance in banter, led to a 6-1 thrashing. In the other group Prasad Bokil racked up five straight set wins and progressed to the finals with ease. In Division 1, James Cornish led through the round-robin stages dropping less than six games on his way to the semi’s.
In the final group, Wei Shen Low carved up his typical magic, with some tricky slices to upset South Tower representative Grant Hatley, and dispatch of his other opponents. The top two players in Division 2 played off in the final, both being undefeated on their way. However, the consistent play of Prasad was too much for Elliot, which made him win his second straight Bond Open Division 2 title. Both semi-finals of Division 1 produced entertaining rallies, baseline rallies in one, and a slice battle in the other. The final did not disappoint - showing some great rallies, volleys and groundstrokes from both players. The serving made the difference though, as Luis Kennedy progressed to win his maiden Bond Open title. The Bond Tennis Club would like to thank all the participants and we hope to see you next semester.
Rugby Shorts Tournament Maximillian Wolthers
After two months of pre-season training, Bond Rugby were finally able to take to the pitch in competitive fixtures two weekends ago. It saw Bond take on Hinterland Celtic’s, Tweed Baa Baa’s and Surfers Paradise, on a hot day at Coolangatta that would test the team’s fitness and endurance; with three games to be played during the day. In the first game Greg Russell set the tone in a crushing tackle that let the other teams know Bond were here to play. In a tough game the score was 5-0 by the end of the first half, with few scoring opportunities. The final result was 10-0 to Celtics but plenty of positives came out of the game from a team playing its first competitive game together. The next game saw Bond take on the best team of the day, Tweed, who attempted to use their forward pack to out muscle Bond. But Bond stood strong lead by Matt Wertheimer and Liam Collins who nullified any impact Tweed hoped to make. Bond took confidence from this and began to gel as a team with the forwards capitalizing on some fantastic work from the backline. Pressure mounted on Tweed and resulted in errors allowing the forward
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pack to pin them on their own line. This allowed the backs to score a fantastic try in the corner by Mitch Carson. The team held together and pinned Tweed in their half for the final five minutes, to give Bond their first win of the season. The final game brought Bond against Surfers Paradise with the team looking to continue its momentum from the second game. But the heat and fatigue played its part, and some costly errors at the breakdown led to a player being sent off in the first five minutes. Bond held out well, being a man down, but the pressure built and Surfers scored late in the half. The game remained close for the rest of the half, but Surfers ran away in the second half taking the game 15-0. Bond did well for their first competitive games, with a completely new team and have one more trial game before the season commences. With a wealth of talent Bond will be ready for the opening game of the season. So be ready to come down next week and cheer on the Bull Sharks as we begin our maiden season in second grade.
In my opinion, the USA vs. Rest of the World Basketball match is one of the best sporting traditions at Bond; that’s why this semester it was pretty depressing to see such a small turn out to what has always been one of my favourite events. It’s always hard to pin point why an event at Bond is successful or not. I’m sure it’s a product of a variety of factors, however I think the most important element is usually information. Sure it’s all well and good to stick up a poster or promote an event on Facebook, but to really understand what makes an event at Bond worth your time, sometimes you need to know a little bit more. In my first semester at Bond, in 103, on the night of USA vs. ROW the Sports Hall must have almost reached capacity. The atmosphere was intense, and the game came right down to the wire; eventually being decided by a last second buzzer-beater. The semester after, I participated in my first USA vs. ROW match and it proved to be one of the most enjoyable games of basketball I have ever played. The crowd was nuts, everyone was fuelled with patriotism, pride (and another substances which I am not allowed to explicitly mention). I struggled to hear my teammates over the sounds of Americans, draped in national flags, sprinting up and down the sideline singing their national anthem; while seasoned Bondies comfortably provided enough banter to bring the whole gym into a crazy kind of equilibrium. For those couple of hours the battle lines were drawn, everyone inside the gym favoured a team; and by the fourth quarter even those with little to no understanding of the game were drawn in, feverishly barking advice and heckling their opponents from the sidelines. The best thing about these games was the celebrations that followed. Everyone would go from the Sports Hall straight into Don’s, bringing the atmosphere forged in the gym with them. Americans would continue their chants, Aussies would continue to jeer; and the rivalry that started in the Sports Hall hours beforehand would carry on into the morning and to the dance floors of Shooters.
Sadly this semester the rowdy crowd was admittedly lacking the punch of the past. The music still played, the Gold Coast Blaze announcer still introduced the match, the cheerleaders still cheered, and the game was still played with the same intensity and rivalry that can only occur when you stick a whole bunch of Americans into one coloured uniform, and everyone else into another. Despite all these things running like clockwork, without the crowd, the atmosphere just wasn’t the same. But USA vs. ROW is an event that everyone can enjoy. If you love Basketball it’s a great chance to participate in one of Bond’s most unique sporting traditions, or at the very least, sit on the sidelines and share your knowledge about the game. If you have absolutely no clue about basketball, and after reading the first four paragraphs of this article are still unsure whether I’m talking about a sporting match or CDC networking brunch, it is still an event worth your time. USA vs. ROW gives you a chance to do all the things you would normally do before a night at Dons (if you know what I mean…), while giving you the opportunity to partake in an activity that every Australian and American alike loves; yelling at people who are playing and officiating a sporting match. Don’t get me wrong now, I’m not going to be that guy who writes an angry article in Scope condemning people for not turning up to his event, and I hope you don’t take it that way. I am certainly not one to talk, If I spent as much time attending Bond events as I did streaming TV series, folks would practically be calling me Alan White by now. The purpose of this article was to share with you why I love this event and why I think, if you have nothing better to do before Mid-Sem bash in 122, USA v ROW is definitely a great start into a night of endless celebration.
BOND’S BEST SPORTING TRADITION REMAINS USA VS. REST OF THE WORLD
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GAPPS: The International Passport for Practicing Project Managers
What is GAPPS? How did GAPPS emerge and why?
The Global Alliance for Project Performance Standards
The Global Alliance for Project Performance Standards (GAPPS) provides a forum for stakeholders from differing organisations, utilising various methodologies, and bodies of knowledge to work together to create performance based frameworks and standards that address the needs of the global project management community.
• A not-for-profit organisation • That provides the INDEPENDENT reference benchmark for alignment and transportability of Project and Program standards and qualifications • Using performance based standards as a framework for assessment and development of project management skills in the belief that knowledgebased creditals fall short in delivering better project managers.
GAPPS performance based standards • Give clear visibility of a Global framework • Provide an unbiased and independent benchmark • Provide a framework for transportability and mutual recognition of project management qualifications no matter where in the world you work • Provide guidence on what needs to be done at a standard acceptable in the workplace • Are competency based • Can be customised to support existing project management cultures, processes, tools and models • Are supported by mapping of other standards against GAPPS. GAPPS has put the standards into the “public domain” under “open source” or “creative commons” licensing. This provides Standards that are: • Free of any costs • Are easily modified to fit the culture and needs of your home base, and • Support the evolution, adoption and sustainability of these standards.
Why? • Open source standards are the future of project management • Formalised methods of project management are increasingly being used to deliver goods and services more effectively and efficiently. Informal ad hoc methods are renowned for failure • People need to be able to transfer their credentials To become a member of GAPPS or to get involved please visit the GAPPS website.
Starting in the mid 1990’s, people interested in the development of global project management standards began discussions and in 1999, the International Project Management Association initiated a series of Global Working Parties, including one focused on Standards. These Working Parties meet on a number of occasions and interested people from many countries are involved. One initiative identified was the opportunity for development of global performance based standards that would complement existing knowledge based standards (such as PMI’s A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, AMP’s Body of Knowledge, IPMA’s International Competence Baseline, and Japan’s Guidebook for Project and Program Management for Enterprise Innovation) and provide a basis for transferability and mutual recognition of project management competency qualifications. The development of global performance based standards for project managers, as a joint initiative of governments, professional associations, and corporations, provides an opportunity to: • Respond directly to the expressed needs of industry • Enhance the profile and effectiveness of project management throughout the project management community, both globally and locally • Increase support for project management as a field of practice and as an established profession • Enhance the value and recognition of the performance based standards approach Products available for free download for the GAPPS website include: • Mapping of project and program management standards and certifications • Project Manager Standards • Program Manager Standards • Tools for catergorization of management complexity of projects and programs. Work in progress includes: • Project Sponsor Standards • Project Control Services Standards
www.globalpmstandards.org
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GLOBAL MANAGEMENT CHALLENGE NATIONAL FINAL Matthew Boyce
On Saturday the Global Management Challenge was held at Bond University. Four teams were in the National Final, two from Bond and two from Monash. It was a challenge, with the teams having to do all five decisions in the one day; and at one point only having 30 minutes to submit a decision instead of a whole week. The Bond teams took a strong start and held it throughout the day, being in first and second. Teams were exhausted after the last decision was submitted at 4.30pm, after starting at 9.00am. It was then announced that Bond 3 was the winner. Congratulations to Alexander Robertson, Casey Schneeberger, Breanna Lee, Connie Xu and Paul Kelly for winning the Global Management Challenge National Final. The GMC will be flying the team out to Kiev, Ukraine in April to represent Australia.
Photos: Stuart McKelvie
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Roles and responsibilities: Hotel and Tourism Student Association contributes to the HRTM students to help them have a wonderful experience at Bond and provide them with great opportunities to meet possible future employers.
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President: Madison Tingate Degree: Bachelor of International Hotel and Resort Management Graduates: 131 Hometown: Melbourne
Treasurer: Mike Musial Degree: Bachelor of International Hotel and Resort Management Graduates: 131 Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA Vice President: Edward White Degree: Bachelor of International Hotel and Resort Management Graduates: 123 Hometown: Brisbane
Communications and Marketing Director: Kimberly Brookes Degree: Bachelor of International Hotel Resort Management Graduates: 133 Hometown: Sydney/Penrith
Secretary: Tameka Johnson Degree: Bachelor of Tourism Management Graduates: 133 Hometown: Brisbane/Townsville
Events Manager: Laura Semple Degree: Bachelor of International Hotel Resort Management Graduates: 123 Hometown: Biloela Queensland
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UPDATE FROM THE SPC 1. Academic Support Fund The SPC is proud to launch the 2012 Academic Support Fund. Made possible by the support of alumni donations from the 2011 Annual Fund, the Academic Support Fund assists current Bond University students facing genuine financial hardship by providing laptop and textbook bursaries to help them undertake their studies. Applications close Monday Week 11 at 5pm. Value In 2012, the Academic Support Fund will distribute: • 120 Textbook bursaries – Up to 40 book vouchers per semester, valued at $250 each. • 30 Laptop bursaries – Up to 10 laptop subsidies per semester, valued at $500 each. Eligibility Bond University students (full-time, part-time) that are currently enrolled in a Bond University undergraduate or postgraduate degree are eligible to apply. Other factors considered include: • Financial hardship • Academic merit • Demonstrated commitment to study 2. SPC Store/Pink Jumper Program There are still a number of International Women’s Day Pink Hoodies available for purchase, with a majority of the proceeds going towards the Immigrant Women’s Support Service of Australia. Support this great cause and rug up for winter at the same time! Remember the SPC store is open from 10am–2pm Monday to Thursday, located opposite Don’s Tavern in the Bond Student Court. • We have recently received EFTPOS in store so we can now take cash and credit! • Last week, we received our winter warming Bond scarfs, at the special introductory price of $20 for this semester only! • The Bond tote bags are back on stock! $50
HOT Frat Party HMSA’s ‘Live Well Study Well’ - Free food and massages Black & White Cafe Bond menu change Grad season Bubble Tea The Autumn weather The Rage Train Family visits Buying bitches at the Date Auction Four weeks until the end of the semester NOT Petty vandalism Breaking the Scope stand Cafe Bond menu being pretty much the same as the old one Injuries Moon boots
3. SPC Kickstart Fund The SPC has long used the phrase ‘with proceeds being re-invested back into the student body’. The Kickstart fund is designed to make those re-investments become a reality through disbursements that are both substantial for the wider student body, but also for student led projects, initiatives and causes. Fun Fact: Did you know that the new water bubbler outside the Cerum Theatre was paid for with a combination of University and SPC funds? While a small project in the grand scheme of philanthropy, it has set the ball rolling for larger disbursements in 2012. So if you have a cause you believe the SPC could assist with, one that is philanthropic, valuable and beneficial, apply now by filling out the application form located under ‘files’ on BondSync. If you believe there is an on campus initiative or structure the SPC could fund, let us know! Email felicia.bragg@student.bond.edu.au for more information
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The South Tower ‘serenader’ Immaturity Fatigue Insect bites Car batteries
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H A A A A VE Y O U M E T . . . ? Ideal date location and companion? Somewhere cheap that I can get someone else to pay for.
that more friends….make that more female friends… I live a sad life.
Do you call a snail without a shell naked or homeless? Homeless. Do snails wear clothes? Why do animals wear clothes? Is a snail an animal? Why does Donald Duck wear a shirt but no pants? My whole world just shifted thinking about this.
Do you judge other people for their past indiscretions? Yes. I always judge.
What food would you be and why? I would be dhal because brown people would love me! Name: Thomas Blanch Age: 24 Degree: Juris Doctor Hometown: The ‘Boonies’ aka Bathurst, NSW Facebook Relationship Status: In a threesome Star Sign: Ophiuchus
If you could swap bodies with anyone at Bond for a day, who would it be and why? I would love to be Ralph Zuppiger. He’s Swiss. He’s hot and gets all the ladies.
What is your study motto? I don’t understand the question. What is this “studying” that you speak of?
Choose: never washing your bed sheets again, or never washing your towel again. I don’t understand the question. What is this “washing” you speak of?
A genie grants you three wishes - what are they and why? 1. Unlimited supply of dhal; 2. A permanent comical brown friend; 3. More friends on facebook…make
Weirdest place you’ve had a sexual encounter? Level 3 of the Law Library - underneath the study desks, next to the property law books.