I can haz general discussion? 2!!

rcaz · 27-04-2012 6:48pm

CaoimH_in wrote: »

Even lamer procrastination: FYP!

Okay, that's a point of contention, but I wasn't entirely wrong, was I?

CaoimH_in · 27-04-2012 7:55pm

From OxfordDictionaries.com:

Colon:

For use between two main clauses in cases where the second clause explains or follows from the first:
That is the secret of my extraordinary life: always do the unexpected.
It wasn’t easy: to begin with, I had to find the right house.

(2) Introducing a quote. (3) Introducing a list.

Semi-colon:

The main task of the semicolon is to mark a break that is stronger than a comma but not as final as a full stop. It’s used between two main clauses that balance each other and are too closely linked to be made into separate sentences, as in these two examples:

The road runs through a beautiful wooded valley; the railway line follows it.
An art director searched North Africa; I went to the Canary Islands.

Thwip! · 27-04-2012 8:28pm

DB21 wrote: »

It was red :pac:

then all is good my son

*smokes pipe

rcaz wrote: »

Okay, that's a point of contention, but I wasn't entirely wrong, was I?

just semi wrong

Seren_ · 27-04-2012 8:38pm

Instead of writing essays, I've spent the evening reading Dáil debates from 1919. At least it's somewhat relevant I suppose

rcaz · 27-04-2012 9:20pm

It's a list of one thing, **** off Kevin :pac:

CaoimH_in · 28-04-2012 1:51am

rcaz wrote: »

It's a list of one thing, **** off Kevin :pac:

Actually, it's the first point which is the one most pertinent. S'ok though dude, I can't do physics nor any advanced grammar. So, next time I post just give out to me over my incorrect use of a modal verb or my use of a split infinitive. I won't know, I'll become really paranoid, and after many hours of research, I'll die from gang-rape.

How so Joe · 28-04-2012 2:00am

CaoimH_in wrote: »

Actually, it's the first point which is the one most pertinent. S'ok though dude, I can't do physics nor any advanced grammar. So, next time I post just give out to me over my incorrect use of a modal verb or my use of a split infinitive. I won't know, I'll become really paranoid, and after many hours of research, I'll die from gang-rape.

But there's no real reason not to split infinitives! Also, you remind me of this, which I read yesterday.

CaoimH_in · 28-04-2012 2:16am

I know, split infinitives are in the Oxford Modern Grammar but sometimes they can be confusing. I was making the point that beyond the simple stuff I'm no good; so he would totally be able to fool me by just throwing grammar terms to a page in a confident manner. But ya, I offset the boredom of the post with the addition of gang-rape: hopefully that spices up matters and keeps the reading reader reading.

Another good grammar page:
http://www.theonion.com/articles/rules-grammar-change,922/

banquo · 28-04-2012 2:50pm

This has always been my go-to guide for grammar.

"Commas are like socks - best used in pairs."

Great stuff.

Jimmy Iovine · 28-04-2012 8:33pm

XxMCRxBabyxX wrote: »

I actually do have no friends and nowhere to stay... Genuinely...

I already sent them an email along those lines. Should I call aswell? I can't go in because I'm working

Only after seeing this now. If they haven't emailed you back by lunchtime on Monday then I'd call them or go into the office, whichever is easiest.

They'll be sound about it. They should be anyway. They may even know of some people who are looking for another person to make up the numbers in a house. That was the main reason I never bothered trying for a house off campus. We always had either too many or too few.

If you're honest about they'll sort you out. I've heard lads using some of the most ridiculous excuses of all time and they fell for them. So you should be grand.

Oscars Well. · 28-04-2012 10:08pm

DB21 wrote: »

She's a boardsie, so she'll kill me if I post pics :pac:

And TBH, neither of us is sure how we went from friends to a relationship in less than a month :pac:

Go DB!

DB21 · 29-04-2012 12:23am

SMH

Planemo · 29-04-2012 11:07pm

have 2 exams in Iontas foyer.....where is it?

Michellenman · 29-04-2012 11:08pm

It's literally the foyer of Iontas. When you walk in the main door? Yep, right there.

Norrdeth · 29-04-2012 11:08pm

In the foyer of the Iontas building maybe?

Planemo · 29-04-2012 11:20pm

Its literally the foyer of Iontas? :mad: they just set up tables in there? for fúcks sake, that could be the worst choice of an exam venue on campus possible. (Aula bloody Maxima would be better)

How so Joe · 29-04-2012 11:23pm

hawaiichair wrote: »

Its literally the foyer of Iontas? :mad: they just set up tables in there? for fúcks sake, that could be the worst choice of an exam venue on campus possible. (Aula bloody Maxima would be better)

they black out the windows too, and stop the staff walking through that entrance. It's not ideal, but like, students need to do exams somewhere!

Planemo · 29-04-2012 11:26pm

How so Joe wrote: »

they black out the windows too, and stop the staff walking through that entrance. It's not ideal, but like, students need to do exams somewhere!

It'll still be roasting though
Blargh!

How so Joe · 30-04-2012 12:06am

hawaiichair wrote: »

It'll still be roasting though
Blargh!

Yeah, but sure Loftus is always roasting as well.

Jimmy Iovine · 30-04-2012 10:31am

hawaiichair wrote: »

Its literally the foyer of Iontas? :mad: they just set up tables in there? for fúcks sake, that could be the worst choice of an exam venue on campus possible. (Aula bloody Maxima would be better)

It's not the worst. I had an exam there last year and it was grand. The exam itself was a disaster and half the class failed but that's a different story.

rcaz · 30-04-2012 11:06am

Jimmy Iovine wrote: »

It's not the worst. I had an exam there last year and it was grand. The exam itself was a disaster and half the class failed but that's a different story.

I know that feel :pac:

DB21 · 30-04-2012 11:13am

rcaz wrote: »

I know that feel :pac:

Exact same. Place is cursed, I tells ya! :pac:

rcaz · 30-04-2012 12:44pm

Just realised all my exams are in different venues. Last chance to say goodbye to each one... How I'll miss them... NOT.

CaoimH_in · 30-04-2012 12:49pm

Great meme.

Does anyone have an old o2 phone that they'd part with in exchange for a pittance?

Norrdeth · 30-04-2012 12:53pm

Is it actually a meme if there's no over-layed text?
:pac:

Seren_ · 30-04-2012 1:19pm

My last ever week of lectures in NUIM. Fúck, I cannot believe how fast the years flew in.

Baile an Locha · 30-04-2012 3:05pm

Anyone selling Beachball tickets? My laziness got the better of me and I didn't get a chance to get tickets! Any help would be appreciated!

Seren_ · 30-04-2012 3:27pm

Are they sold out already? That was quick.

rcaz · 30-04-2012 3:29pm

Norrdeth wrote: »

Is it actually a meme if there's no over-layed text?
:pac:

I don't think Wayne's a meme 'cause he isn't viral. A meme is "an idea, behavior or style that spreads from person to person within a culture", and I reckon Wayne has potential :pac:

You're thinking of an image macro

Planemo · 30-04-2012 5:35pm

CaoimH_in wrote: »

Great meme.

Does anyone have an old o2 phone that they'd part with in exchange for a pittance?

pm'd

CaoimH_in · 01-05-2012 8:15pm

Has anyone noticed the rain?

Seren_ · 01-05-2012 8:25pm

Naw haven't at all.

Had the most epic evening in the SU bar, and got the lovliest card! I wuv everyone.

TO_ARTHUR! · 01-05-2012 9:10pm

Baile an Locha wrote: »

Anyone selling Beachball tickets? My laziness got the better of me and I didn't get a chance to get tickets! Any help would be appreciated!

Hey, I'm selling two of them if that's any help to you?

Jonah42 · 01-05-2012 9:13pm

Must have rang about 20 landlords today and got the same reply from each one, "the house is gone":(

Jimmy Iovine · 01-05-2012 10:11pm

A Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover from Community) gig has been announced for the Academy in August. Personally I think the tickets are way too expensive at around €35 but I'm sure a few of ye on here will be interested.

http://www.ticketmaster.ie/Childish-Gambino-tickets/artist/1503424

DB21 · 01-05-2012 10:37pm

I have 2 lectures left as a second year (hopefully). I'm bloody scared.

Bonkers_xOx · 01-05-2012 11:06pm

Jonah42 wrote: »

Must have rang about 20 landlords today and got the same reply from each one, "the house is gone":(

I know, first time house-hunting for me... it's more stressful than the fact the exams are just over a week away!

banquo · 02-05-2012 2:00am

Jimmy Iovine wrote: »

A Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover from Community) has been announced for the Academy in August. Personally I think the tickets are way too expensive at around €35 but I'm sure a few of ye on here will be interested.

http://www.ticketmaster.ie/Childish-Gambino-tickets/artist/1503424

I. Am. There.

Thanks for posting this!

Thwip! · 02-05-2012 10:04am

Bonkers_xOx wrote: »

I know, first time house-hunting for me... it's more stressful than the fact the exams are just over a week away!

ah then the inevitable replies of "we dont accept students"...despite being listed on student housing lists

Seren_ · 02-05-2012 11:16am

Jimmy Iovine wrote: »

A Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover from Community) gig has been announced for the Academy in August. Personally I think the tickets are way too expensive at around €35 but I'm sure a few of ye on here will be interested.

http://www.ticketmaster.ie/Childish-Gambino-tickets/artist/1503424

Class! Oh my god I think I'll die being in the same room as him though

Also, banquo is awesome and useful.

freeze4real · 03-05-2012 11:33pm

whats the deal with some selfish ignorant useless feckers that always reserve seats for themselves mates etc in the study hall in the arts block.

I've go in there at 8 0 clock and the laptop section is already filled, and 95% no one is there sitting down.

I cant understand this selfish behavior.

Michellenman · 03-05-2012 11:44pm

*cue Banquo removing all these laptops*

I get there at 7.30am and it's only about a third full. It's worth the half hour not in bed to be sure you'll get a seat. My laptop is banjaxed and doesn't hold a charge any longer so I have to have it plugged in to use it. Towards exam week I'll need to get in there before 7am to get a seat if it's anything like christmas

Planemo · 03-05-2012 11:55pm

I always move their laptops against the wall and if they come back I'll move. Last time I was there for over an hour and the person never showed up

J.D.R · 04-05-2012 1:22am

Not sure if it was just a rumour, but is it true there is a policy coming into force that if you leave your property unattended for longer than a set amount of time (I think 40 mins, could be wrong) that it will be taken away and brought to lost and found?

banquo · 04-05-2012 1:54pm

If they're gone for more than half an hour, I'd just take their laptop and put it into lost and found. People are conscious of every minute while studying, especially final year students. No place for that behaviour tbh.

Seren_ · 04-05-2012 11:04pm

Turtyturd · 05-05-2012 11:25am

freeze4real wrote: »

whats the deal with some selfish ignorant useless feckers that always reserve seats for themselves mates etc in the study hall in the arts block.

I've go in there at 8 0 clock and the laptop section is already filled, and 95% no one is there sitting down.

I cant understand this selfish behavior.

Nearly as bad as those who think it is perfectly acceptable to charge their phone in the library and take up another socket with their laptop.

Does anyone know someone who has had their laptop stolen from the library or are those signs an attempt to stop people leaving their laptops plugged in while they go off an have lunch, etc?

JellyBeans92 · 05-05-2012 11:50am

Long time no post!

I was just wondering if anyone knows what the craic is with the gym during the exams? I know the sports halls are used as exam centres but is the gym itself still open?

Michellenman · 05-05-2012 11:53am

JellyBeans92 wrote: »

Long time no post!

I was just wondering if anyone knows what the craic is with the gym during the exams? I know the sports halls are used as exam centres but is the gym itself still open?

Yep!

rcaz · 05-05-2012 1:00pm

RIP MCA... Turns out he could, he would, and he did stop.

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