Highlights from the Castle

Wow, time flies over here. I realized that I haven't added a posting in a while and you're not getting a good sense of what life is like at the castle. Here are a few highlights (in random order):

- During karaoke night, profs and students alike got up and put their heart on stage. A group of undergrad girls showed up wearing togas and won the prize for the best costumes.
- The local security guard was passing around photos of the resident castle ghosts. For the believers: silhouettes were clearly visible. For the non-believers: they looked like black blobs.
- Students hauling cart-loads full of beer from ASDA (the British version of Wal-Mart) and enjoying it pre-pub or at "Stump Henge".
- Meals are a constant conversation topic. Their French menu went over well while the recycled sausages for breakfast, lunch and dinner were not so popular.
- Sports have also been a staple. Ultimate frisbee is huge. Ping-pong and basketball are played regularly. I can't say that any one event stands out, but I'll say this: don't underestimate the women.
- Dr. Bader came and gave a candid talk about how he built his company and made his dosh.
- In Geneva, the IPL students got to meet Louise Arbour and talk about leaving the SCC.

As far as stories from our time on the continent, let me put it this way:
"What happens in Amsterdam, stays in Amsterdam".

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Cool - I noticed that someone from Trinadad & Tobago is reading this blog. Awesome.