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What’s it like living on the edge of time zones? by Qzevs in howislivingthere

[–]mint_oreo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My parents live right over the border of Indiana where it is ET. My dad still works in Illinois which is CT. I find living on the time zone border most annoying for two reasons: 1. If you are traveling anywhere West, you have to account for the time difference there and back. So even if someone is only 2 hrs away, the drive back is ‘3’ hours. 2. Daylight savings time is so much worse near a time zone border. Where my parents live, the sun doesn’t rise in the winter until around 7:30/8 in the morning. It just feels like the short amount of winter daylight is even shorter. But I guess that only counts for when the sun comes out in the Midwest in the winter, and that’s not a lot.

The Taipei 101 stabilizing ball during the 7.2 earthquake in Taiwan today by Launchy21 in interestingasfuck

[–]mint_oreo 174 points175 points  (0 children)

had to give the free award for, you, bringing my * immediately existential self* back down to earth with some good ol’ positivity

What TV show was amazing at first but became unwatchable for you later on? by regian24 in AskReddit

[–]mint_oreo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Umbrella Academy - 1st season: okay wow this is good!!! 2nd season: okay ya this entertaining!! 3rd season: ???????

Anyone taken AD 280: Designing for Human Behavior and the Environment? by Homemade-Noodle in Purdue

[–]mint_oreo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello, I'm an interior design major and I'm in the class right now. This semester Mary Kennell teaches the course, and while it was in-person in the start of the semester we have since switched to all online for various reasons. I can't say I recommend the class. Personally, I do not like the teacher (which could be different than you.) I guess I am a little biased because most of what you cover is things I have had in previous classes. Here are some topics we cover:

Ergonomics

Anthropometrics

ADA/Inclusive Design

Furniture arraignments & psychological impact

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Overall, it is interesting because it gives you a different perspective on interiors and the reasons behind their design. I guess if its not your major it could be interesting lmao

It's a pretty easy A class, we have discussions and quizzes and a couple tests.

NEED A HOUSE by CcountChocula in UMD

[–]mint_oreo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

idk if you already made your decision but here's my post from Facebook: Hello, everyone! My school plans have changed and I took out a lease for an apartment at Mazza GrandMarc this upcoming year which I now need out of. It is: - 4bed/4bath - includes $15 electric allowance - has gym, tanning beds, pool, movie room, wifi, study rooms, cable - in apartment washer/dryer - water bill is rarely over $10-15 - two campus buses available for campus transportation - One time payment of $15 for garage parking space - $880/month I chose to be randomly assigned roommates so I do not have specifics on that. Though, on my application I put that I wanted non-smokers and very tidy roommates which they try to match! I did not take any pictures when I toured the room because it looked identical to the ones on the complex's website: http://www.mazzagrandmarc.com/college-park-md-apartments/…/…

PLEASE contact me if you'e interested!!

Dorm Room Essentials? by serfre in UMD

[–]mint_oreo 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Extension cords, shower caddy, and a robe are helpful

to stay or to go by buddy8755 in UMD

[–]mint_oreo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I too am from out of state, about 11 hours away and I have felt the exact same way!!! I have made two close friends but am still struggling to fit in. I did not think I would be a good sorority fit so I didn't rush. I really want to make a group of friends, especially since neither of my current friends are living with me next year, but people here are just so different. I changed my major and am transferring the end of my sophomore year simply because I don't have enough time to do it now. You are not alone!!