Living Davidson Tell me about your first weeks back and I’ll tell you what you should do this weekend!

Oh, my loyal Davidsonian Buzzfeed Quiz takers, how I’ve missed all three (3) of you! Rather than psychoanalyze you this early in the semester, I’m just going to give you some weekend plans. That you have to follow. Obviously. (I will find you and make sure. Don’t try me.)

New semester, new classes…how badly did webtree screw you over?

A - You woke up at 7 am on January 3rd for add/drop and it did you absolutely no good.

B - Karma was on your side and you somehow got what you wanted?

C - You got the classes you originally wanted…you are now regretting that.

D - Eh. They’re classes. You hope you’ll graduate.

Have you been eating regularly at Commons?

A - Unfortunately.

B - GOD no. There are other dining options and you’re utilizing them HEAVILY.

C - You’re halfway surviving solely on bagels, but like, yeah.

D - Honestly, you think commons is underrated - it’s simply not that bad.

Mostly A’s:

Self-Care Weekend - It sounds like you’re having a tough start to your semester, spend some time on yourself this weekend! Watch a movie, sleep in, spread your work out so you don’t wake up with the most intense Sunday Scaries known to man, the works.

Mostly C’s: Reconnect - Give your grandparents a call. Send an out-of-context picture to your friends from home. Actually grab a meal with that friend you’ve been meaning to catch up with. They will all really appreciate it.

How long did it take you to spot that person that you really, REALLY didn’t want to see?

A - When’d we come back from break? The 16th? Yeah. It was the 16th.

B - A solid week, which you felt was pretty good.

C - A few days, but you’re just pretending like they didn’t see you, so does it really even count?

D - You haven’t actually been avoiding anyone? What is wrong with you people?

The real question on everyone’s mind - Have you slept through a class yet?

A - It happened ONE TIME!

B - Not yet!

C - Yes. Like, numerous times.

D - There’s been some close calls…

Mostly B’s: Do something risky - My friend, it seems like you have been having some good luck. USE IT. Tell that person something you’ve been scared to, or take a trip down to Carowinds and ride that one roller coaster that looks a bit dangerous, or email that professor from last semester that they really suck. I don’t know what your prerogative is.

Mostly D’s: Go out! - Is it gonna be gross? Yes. Will you do some things you will regret? Absolutely. You should do it anyway.

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And lastly, what did you miss most that you’re very happy to have

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Brigid McCarthy ‘25, Katie Stewart ‘23

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Brickhouse Tavern: Coolness Where it’s Needed

FROM PHIL GREENWOOD ‘26

Situation: two Davidson alumni and family friends (shout out to Kate and Alex Jung) arrive on campus to watch Davidson men’s basketball absolutely destroy St. Louis… Well, that part of the night didn’t exactly play out, but dinner at Brickhouse Tavern was great! The Brickhouse (an old Cotton Mill turned restaurant) offers Davidson students a little something they could use some more of: coolness. From the funky wall decor to the high-ceiling bar room to the history of the building itself, Brickhouse is just a cool place to be. For a large and always bustling restaurant, the wait staff is consistently relaxed and abundantly friendly, while still making sure to check the ol’ wristwatch occasionally so diners can make it to the game on time. With my combined experiences at Brickhouse I’ve tasted Crabcakes, Flatbreads, Pretzel Bites, the best Tater Tots in Davidson, and most recently a deliciously seasoned Blackened Atlantic Cod. All those dishes were satisfactory and most were superb. While the Crab Cakes could’ve used less breading and more meaty goodness, the Tater Tots stole the show and evened out the plate. The Blackened Cod was flaky and packed with Cajun flavor. It’s my highest recommendation. Furthermore, it would be a true mistake to attend Brickhouse without starting your meal off with the Pretzel Bites; fresh, warm, salted, and glistening with that last-minute coat of melted butter, it’s a struggle not to fill up on apps. Brickhouse dishes reflect remarkable and consistent attention to detail. I will certainly be returning soon.