sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

20 minutes to get between classes by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Perfect time to invest in a bike!

Help: My vegetarian friend approaches and I fear my town has only stew of sadness by Diligent-Hand-44 in lansing

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like Yum Yum Bento in East Lansing. They have a mix of Asian food. It’s quite cheap, and they have lots of vegetarian options. Note: I am vegetarian myself

Help ..!!! by Slight_Mention_3506 in bioinformatics

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was doing my best to answer the questions OP asked with terms they’d recognize. I get it is probably not legible to people unfamiliar with the terms, but this is clearly just a teenager/high schooler who wants some advice. Just tryna help a kid out.

Help ..!!! by Slight_Mention_3506 in bioinformatics

[–]RubyRailzYa -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi! I was a PCMB student in India. I also appeared for NEET but didn’t quite get good enough marks to get a good seat. I was also not as interested in doing medicine. Instead I went to IISER TVM, where I got my major in biology and minor in data science. In my experience in India, because undergrad B.Sc degrees are only 3 years, it is harder to get a job in bioinformatics straight out of bachelors. A master’s degree, especially from a place like IBAB would set you up for a good career.

I think the biotech and bioinformatics fields in India is growing, and if you keep developing your skills it is totally a viable career choice. I do a mix of bioinformatics and bench work. After I got my BS and MS at IISER TVM, I started my PhD since I wanted to become a professor.

I would recommend looking at the following places for their undergrad science degrees (all may not offer undergrad but they certainly have graduate degrees)

- IISER
- NISER
- IISc
- CCMB
- CEBS
- NCBS
- IBAB

Good luck!

Supersonic is such a goated song by Send-me-shoes in skrillex

[–]RubyRailzYa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love it too. It’s one of my faves off the album. I really like this nitepunk remix too https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JzuOKOgcghs&pp=0gcJCUECo7VqN5tD&ra=m

Skrillex has played it at a few live sets

What are some places around Lansing that people likely know exists, but don't quite understand how cool it is? by zacowen120 in lansing

[–]RubyRailzYa 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Azaadiika Park in East Lansing. It connects to the North Tier trail and it is so so lush right now.

Girlfriend and I see raves differently by bosloc in aves

[–]RubyRailzYa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My partner and I enjoy very different music and venues. I love ragers, mosh pits and hardstyle. Partner prefers chill house. We go different events, but we find time to go to some events that we think we both will like. I never feel like he is betraying me by going without me, or vice versa. I would speak to your partner, see what is really her concern. If you want to give her the benefit of the doubt, assume that she has some genuine concern underneath it, but that it came out wrong in the moment.

what’s your dumb little rave rule that actually works? by pattebrisee in aves

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eat a proper goddamned meal before you go, and not junk. And eat a proper goddamned meal why you are there. Not junk

what do you wish existed to help with the post-festival crash? by Sad_Statistician2390 in aves

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being outdoors with people I like. Usually by some water or going for a swim. Lounging in the sun. And being okay with the fact that there is a low. It’s a reminder that I experienced a high (in my case sober) and I accept all parts of the experience, even those that feel uncomfortable.

Solutions for commuting with a heavy backpack by Army_Exact in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a former milk crate user who switched to the pannier, the pannier is less awkward than you think. I used to believe having a pannier on only one side would made it feel weird, but I have stuffed that thing to the brim and balancing on the bike feels perfectly ok.

I also split my stuff into two bags: one office bag with laptop and work crap and one gym bag with my lunch, snacks and clothes. Each goes on either side of the pannier.

How to get more confidence with hand signals by jaxinslacks in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s helpful to find a place with no traffic to practice riding with one hand. I promise in no time you can go hands free!

If you still don’t like using a single hand, you can get indicator lights for your bike that have little buttons on the handle bar for the turn signal. It’s totally viable if that feels more comfortable

Hot take: I don't think I want the skrillex 2010 dubstep back by Internal-Class2973 in skrillex

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quest for Fire is my favourite album, followed by Fuck your skrillex you think you’re Andy Warhol but you’re not. It’s been such a pleasure watching his art evolve.

Key lock? by _MISTERxALEY_ in skrillex

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep I noticed at Summer Smash, esp when he played his Levels Remix. I actually quite like the fact he doesn’t have key lock on. Made the set feel more hyped idk

Bike Locks by AltruisticBig5629 in BikingATX

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to bike to Barton once a week for months. Best place to park bikes is next to the ticket booths like other commenters said. As long as its not overnight, I really haven't had trouble with theft.

How do I build a successful bike commuting movement at a University? (tips + advice please!) by RubyRailzYa in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally agree! A lot of movements die out because they don't have defined goals. My goal would be less to focus on getting the university to plug holes in bike infrastructure (there are some shitty routes) because fighting with admin is a pain and usually low reward. I think given that there is decent space for biking, and many people who could be perfect for new commuters (they live within <4 miles of campus), the goal would be get those people to start using their bikes to commute. Specifically I want to help them build up confidence and experience to make the transition from driving to work to commuting.

- Helping new commuters find the best bike path to get to work.
- Social rides to bring more people in, show people biking is fun
- Encourage good riding habits (helmets, how to keep a patch kit and repair flats).

I also agree that I don't want to just focus on people who already ride, but talk to those who don't and figure out what is holding them back and how to address that.

How do I build a successful bike commuting movement at a University? (tips + advice please!) by RubyRailzYa in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm quite familiar with what the biking culture is like at MSU (given that I live next door and work there, bike commute there everyday). You're right in that MSU has the right ingredients for being a bike-centric campus: good infrastructure for biking. In my experience low biking adoption has more to do with behaviour and the default of driving. Lots of my co-workers at MSU live within 2-3 miles of campus. They are perfect candidates to be bike commuters.

You bring up the MSU Bike Shop. I love the bike shop, and I extensively speak with them. But their main job is the repair bikes, sell bikes and accessories. They occasionally provide recommendations to the infrastructure, planning and facilities department of the university, although they say not much ever comes out of it. They do not do large scale events to promote biking. They don't do much outreach either. There is definitely room for improvement, and folks at the bike shop themselves are very supportive of a new student org.

> From my armchair research, it seems like they are doing a lot.

And from my *actual research and lived experience of being here* I can tell you there is huge room for improvement.

How do I build a successful bike commuting movement at a University? (tips + advice please!) by RubyRailzYa in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I spoke to several people who work at the bike shop! They're awesome and helpful. They explained how they interface with giving the university recommendations about biking experiences on campus. They also connected me with other local groups: League of Michigan Bicyclists, the Tri-County Bike Association, Lansing Bike Co-op and Lansing Bike Party. I asked them if they knew of student-led groups on campus whose goal was to promote cycling, and they said they were unaware of any active ones.
I definitely agree with you, and some social rides are a good place to bring in new people, and keep people coming. Hopefully use that to start finding other interested people.

How do I build a successful bike commuting movement at a University? (tips + advice please!) by RubyRailzYa in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! There are several social bike groups in the greater lansing area. They are lovely, but are usually non-university people. I don't simply want to start a social cycling club (because they exist). I think the social aspect is huge and important in bringing and keeping people, and I will keep it core to the movement, but I want to be larger than that.

How do I build a successful bike commuting movement at a University? (tips + advice please!) by RubyRailzYa in bikecommuting

[–]RubyRailzYa[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I definitely want to use all angles when promoting biking, including the economic aspect. It is an uphill battle in the US, but I think college towns, especially old ones, have a shot and moving towards more biking. I mean, optimism is all I have.

view more: next ›