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x3erica1037Filed under: Bloggers, BrittanyK, Uncategorized | Tags: calender, duquesne, final exam schedule, Group fitness classes, Power Center, spring 2010, yoga
This is an all-around stressful time for students: finishing up the semester, trying not to blow months of hard work, preparing for a quick transition to summer, along with everything else! Now that the weather is improving, all I want to do it go to lunch with friends and run outside. One of my friends commented that she wishes we had a few days on campus without school before the end of the summer to hang out and catch up without having to worry about tests and papers. I’ve been making it though these stressful weeks by keeping my calendar straight, doing yoga, and thinking about the bigger picture.
Keeping my calendar straight isn’t a new priority for me, but it takes on a new importance this time of y
ear. Between final paper due dates, extra credit events to attending, and buying 6 tri-fold posters for my job, I need my calendar now more than ever. If you don’t usually use a calendar, I recommend using one for the next few weeks. At the very least, you may need a calendar to keep track of your final exams. (Here is the final exam schedule: http://www.duq.edu/registrar/_pdf/SP2010_Final_Exam_Schedule.pdf)
Secondly, I am doing yoga. This is not only because I have been tense and stressed, but because I am trying to take advantage of the free group fitness classes at Duquesne. (Here is the schedule: http://www.duq.edu/recreation/_pdf/spring2010groupfitnessfinal.pdf) Emory has fitness centers, but the group fitness classes are extra money, which I don’t plan on spending. Because of that, I am trying to make time each week to attend one or two classes at the Power Center, usually yoga. Yoga helps me stretch out from running and relax.
Finally, I keep myself focused on the bigger picture. Realistically these tests are not the end of the world. I have worked hard all semester and I’m sure I’ll be fine. Stop freaking out.
-Brittany
Filed under: Bloggers, BrittanyK, Uncategorized | Tags: Center for Catholic Social Thought, Power Center, Rethinking Development, theology
Today I attended the final event of the year put on by the Center for Catholic Social Thought called “Rethinking Development: Institutional Collaboration for Sustainable Societies.” That is a daunting title, but the event pretty much discussed people’s moral obligation to rethink poverty, and consider how developement affects the poor.
Honestly, I will get extra credit in my theology class for attending and writing a two page paper, but I found the event really interesting!
The keynote speaker was Dr. Daniel Finn, who is a professor of theology and Economics at St. John’s University in Minnesota. He spoke about the Catholic view that people have an obligation to raise the common good in society. He noted that most Americans think common good is the sum total of all good, but that view is highly individualistic. Dr. Finn noted that the Catholic view on the common good takes into account the communal good, and does not overlook of the good of the poor.
After the keynote address, there was a moderated discussion. It was interesting to see professor’s reaction to Dr. Finn’s speech, and their differing ideas on development. The panelists were Dr. James Bailey: Duquesne theology professor (Yay Liberal Arts!), Dr. Antony Davies: Duquesne business professor, Dr. Sarah McMillen: Duquesne sociology professor (Yay Liberal Arts!), and Dr. David Saiia, Duquesne business professor. It was moderated by Dr. Nagaraj Sivasuramaniam, Duquesne business professor.
Afterwards, there was a Q & A session and closing remarks by Dr. James Weber, Duquesne business professor and Chair of the Management Department.
Overall, the session was interesting and thought-provoking. This was the final event by the Center for Catholic Thought for this school year, but keep an eye out for them again in the fall!
-Brittany
Filed under: Bloggers, BrittanyK, Uncategorized | Tags: AJ Palumbo Center, duquesne, gym, Power Center, winter
When I first game to Duquesne, the only option for a gym was in the basement of the AJ Palumbo Center. I think I only saw a handful of girls there during the entire first semester of my freshman year, before the Power Center was built. There were limited machines, and you’d be lucky if you got one that wasn’t broken! Half of the treadmills worked, and there were no luxuries like televisions or music. I don’t remember there being elliptical machines, or even a complete set of free weights. Obviously the Power Center gym is a step up, but I before yesterday, I hadn’t remembered how nice it was!
I hadn’t been to the Power Center gym for a while before my visit yesterday afternoon. I love to run, and I will be doing my fourth marathon on Oct. 25, but when the weather gets cold, I almost exclusively run inside. If you’ve ever run on a treadmill for an extended period of time, you know it is not fun! Although running in place isn’t my favorite kind of running, I enjoy it better than freezing outside during the chilly winter months.
I ran inside yesterday because it was chilly, and I only had time for a short run. I opted to stick to the treadmill, and was pleasantly reminded of the luxury of the Power Center when I went to workout. The TVs are all working, and have every cable station! I watched MTV and CNN, which really helped the time pass. There were plenty of treadmills for the number of students there, and there were also people on the ellipticals, stationary bikes, step machines, and lifting weights. I also belong to a gym near my house and every time I visit the Power Center, I am reminded why I would rather go there than any other gym!
Not only are the facilities really top notch, but there are signs and posters everywhere advertising classes, competitions, intramural sports, and more. Who knew the Recreation Department offers a swimming class at Towers Pool? Or a competition to bike 300 miles (from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia) on the gym’s stationary bikes?
To learn about everything the Power Center and Recreation Department have planned, click here!
Even though its getting colder and you may feel like curling up in your bed and staying there until April, remember that the Power Center gym has tons of equipment, tv’s, contests, and more to keep everyone in shape. You’ll definitely see me there!
-Brittany
Filed under: Bloggers, BrittanyK | Tags: duquesne, fall, Power Center, Starbucks, winter
Fall is really here. The cold weather this week has been so shocking that I’ve been dressing like its January. Today I am donning a hoodie, jacket, my morning hot tea, warm shoes, and an umbrella. I find the Starbucks right in the middle of campus much more difficult to resist when it’s cold out! Some people love Pittsburgh because we experience all four seasons here, but I’d be much happier if we only had two: spring and summer.
Although I clearly hate the cold, I do have a few favorite things on campus to do during those horribly chilly months. Like I mentioned before, the Starbucks is a lifesaver. I can barely go a day without a hot chocolate or warm drink. I also appreciate the warm food from the grill down at Offramp much more when it’s cold out. There’s nothing better than a warm sandwich during a cold day! I also utilize the Power Center gym and group fitness classes much more during the winter. My favorites are the Yoga and PiYo classes. (Here is the schedule)
As you’ve probably already noticed on a chilly day like today, fashion generally takes a backseat on cold days, especially when we get into the winter months! Because students have to walk outside between every single class, no one will look twice if you’re dressed in a warm Duquesne hoodie and furry boots.
Ok, so maybe it’s not winter just yet, but I am getting prepared.
-Brittany
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