I am on the side of humanity and truth. I agree to be accountable to you Because I am a sucker for a grown-up: I forget adults do not exist. I have a safety deposit box where I confess my pretexts. Among them: I have known monsters without becoming monstrous. I have longed for peace and justice at all times. I have only nine lives. I am with the firm of Yours & Mine, and in the process of conducting a routine check, I’d like you to confirm – don’t give it all away? But how will the young Know…
The Science Creative Quarterly
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LIKELY AND UNLIKELY THINGS THAT SIR ISAAC NEWTON STOOD ON DURING HIS LIFETIME.
Likely: Grass. A stage of some sort. Guard. Tippy toes. Unlikely Astroturf. Olympic podium. Someone’s throat. Shoulders of (Real) Giants.
THINGS TO AVOID WHEN SPEAKING PUBLICLY (VIDEO VERSION)
The SCQ will recommence as of Wednesday, September the 3rd with our regular programming, but in the meantime, please let us introduce Terry talks – a student conference hosted by our sister site at terry.ubc.ca. “Imagine UBC’s most fascinating and engaging students coming together for a day, giving ‘the talk of their lives,’ sharing their ideas and discussing their visions for UBC and the world. Now imagine being there, with students, alumni, faculty, administration, and members of the general public watching this unfold and partaking in the various discussions, and think of all the possibilities that this idea-share holds.” Sounds…
THINGS TO AVOID AT ALL COST WHEN SPEAKING PUBLICLY
(A public service announcement) – – – Vomiting. Aggressive sweating. Evil powerpoint slides. B.S. Spitting. Mumbling. Multiple shots of that animal or flower you saw during your vacation, that yes, while interesting, does not need more than one slide in your talk. Non-mocking, gratuitous product placements. Fake accents. Wardrobe malfunctions. Being under the influence. Slides depicting graphic surgical techniques (unless of course, your talk is about the said graphic surgical technique). Being creepy. Unnecessary math. Intense body odor. The font: Comic Sans. Being dull. Laughing nervously. Laughing maniacally. Wearing sunglasses for no apparent reason. Not making eye contact. Inappropriate bleeding.…
HAPPY 500 (OR SO) DAYS FOR THE SCIENCE SCOUTS – A LITTLE GET TOGETHER THIS COMING FRIDAY FOR ALL YOU VANCOUVERITES READING THE QUARTERLY
Just a quick note. Although it’s been a while, a few of us are meeting for drinks on Friday night (July 25th) at The Revel Room in Gastown, Vancouver (8pm on). It just so happens that it’s about the 500th Day Anniversary of the Science Scouts. What’s this? Well, it’s this. Think: science plus badges plus raising a pint in celebration and you’re getting close. If you happen to be in the area feel free to drop by – better yet, let us know by replying to the facebook page.
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TWO BACK FLIPS
Dear Mom and Dad, I hae been turned into a wasp. Please bear with me being a wasp. I live in a hive now. Also, let Joe have my room and money, since I’m a wasp and I don’t need money. Love Matt. p.s. I will fly in the house and do two back flips, so you can recognize me. xoxox – – – These pieces were composed during the May 13th session of the Science Creative Literacy Symposia. During this day, students examined the many wonders of insects (using microscopes, and from resin collections, as well as from the…
BEING AN INSECT IS CERTAINLY NOT EASY.
Being an insect is certainly not easy. Having two long antennae, six legs, two wings, and three body segments, I make people become afraid of me. They may step on me because of their fear, or they might keep me in a cage. Also, it is extremely hard to defend myself against these threats. I may be able to fly, but I many never want to go back to my classroom. I think my family will not recognize me, although I want them to. If they don’t recognize me, I might just as well join the other insects. – –…