Join me in supporting Tiger Woods and get your Tiger Woods hat today! Support the world's greatest golfer through this troubled time. Everybody is trying to bring him down, and it's up to his fans to lift him up. He may have had his digressions, but everyone makes mistakes. We may not agree with his actions, but we have made mistakes too.
I've made mistakes, but I had the support of the people around me. I really appreciated it. I'm sure Tiger feels the same way.
I started a Facebook Event to support Tiger. Please join!
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
News of the Day
It's been snowing pretty hard in the Midwest. I was worried about the amount of snow, but it looks like we'll be alright. I got class tomorrow, so I hope the pathways are cleared.
India got some nuclear reactors from Russia. Hopefully, they can make bombs better than my housemate "Dud" Kreter.
Lastly, I bought tickets to Kid Cudi today at the Michigan Theater. I had the chance to buy 6 tickets, but I didn't want to charge $240 to my credit card. I could have bought the tickets and resold them for big money. I'm not kicking myself because I actually have tickets. Unlike some people I know.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Football Saturdays
Tailgating prior on Football Saturdays is one of the fine traditions that the University has. I couldn't imagine the University without it. The day I walk down Hill and State street and see empty front lawns, I will shed a tear. Tailgating is something that we students earned during the week. Michigan is such a great school because of its academic rigor. We students work hard, so that we can play hard.
Anyway, you're probably wondering why I bring up tailgating on Football Saturday. Well, in today's Michigan Daily, there was an article about a program other Big Ten schools are implementing to curb drinking before games. The University of Minnesota and the University of Wisconsin have introduced programs which will breathalyze students who have been previously ejected from a game. The idea is to allow students a chance to attend games, but in such a way that their behavior is fit. Drinking affects the way people act whether with their coordination or their attitude. By implementing such a rule, these two universities are hoping to reduce drinking prior to games and this type of crude behavior.
It does not appear that the University of Michigan has a plan like that at its Big Ten counterparts. Additionally, if they do implement a plan, they would like to implement one specific to the University. I don't know what kind of action they would take, but I don't think that they should specifically attack Football Saturday. There are thousands of students and alumni who tailgate prior to football games. There are only so many arrests per week. The actions and irresponsibility of a few people should not ruin the party for everyone else.
I do hope that the University does implement a plan though. As I was walking to the Ohio State game, it was the first time I was embarrassed to be a Michigan student. I love this school as much as anyone if not more, but seeing the behavior of students who were severely intoxicated whether it be their coordination, comprehension, or their behavior really was a negative experience for me. I tried to put myself in the position of an outsider. Would I be impressed by students of such a great university if I saw them in that state? Absolutely not.
Fun is an intricate part of the University experience, but there's a line that needs to be maintained. The University's image is important too, and to me, people stumbling out of parties, having trouble staying awake, or getting into fights for all the world to see is not a positive depiction of our school. I understand that drinking is all about having a good time or getting pumped up for the game, but you don't disappear to some fantasy world on Football Saturdays. There is a certain decorum that needs to be maintained.
Anyway, you're probably wondering why I bring up tailgating on Football Saturday. Well, in today's Michigan Daily, there was an article about a program other Big Ten schools are implementing to curb drinking before games. The University of Minnesota and the University of Wisconsin have introduced programs which will breathalyze students who have been previously ejected from a game. The idea is to allow students a chance to attend games, but in such a way that their behavior is fit. Drinking affects the way people act whether with their coordination or their attitude. By implementing such a rule, these two universities are hoping to reduce drinking prior to games and this type of crude behavior.
It does not appear that the University of Michigan has a plan like that at its Big Ten counterparts. Additionally, if they do implement a plan, they would like to implement one specific to the University. I don't know what kind of action they would take, but I don't think that they should specifically attack Football Saturday. There are thousands of students and alumni who tailgate prior to football games. There are only so many arrests per week. The actions and irresponsibility of a few people should not ruin the party for everyone else.
I do hope that the University does implement a plan though. As I was walking to the Ohio State game, it was the first time I was embarrassed to be a Michigan student. I love this school as much as anyone if not more, but seeing the behavior of students who were severely intoxicated whether it be their coordination, comprehension, or their behavior really was a negative experience for me. I tried to put myself in the position of an outsider. Would I be impressed by students of such a great university if I saw them in that state? Absolutely not.
Fun is an intricate part of the University experience, but there's a line that needs to be maintained. The University's image is important too, and to me, people stumbling out of parties, having trouble staying awake, or getting into fights for all the world to see is not a positive depiction of our school. I understand that drinking is all about having a good time or getting pumped up for the game, but you don't disappear to some fantasy world on Football Saturdays. There is a certain decorum that needs to be maintained.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Where are your money bags, Phil Kessel?
It's easy to score
when you don't have a soul
and money means more
than a championship ring!
when you don't have a soul
and money means more
than a championship ring!
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Charles Woodson: Great Player, Great Person
Charles Woodson donated $2 million to the new University of Michigan Mott Children's Hospital and Women's Hospital. He's experiencing a rejuvenation in his career and now he's trying to help rejuvenate our future. Giving to his alma mater's medical facilities, he's coming back strong.
World's Strictest Parents
My housemates and I started watching this show. Basically, it's these spoiled kids who are causing way too much trouble for their parents getting sent to a house for a week where they have strict parents. The strict parents essentially bitch slap the kids back into line, and it's quite exquisite to watch. You'll see kids with an absolutely carefree, don't give a shit attitude completely lose touch with what they were. If I was friends with someone on the show, I would probably make fun of them like crazy. Some of the guys just lose any testicular fortitude they had. I am legally obligated not to comment on the girls.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Sarah Palin Book Signing
So my friend Harika sent me the link to this Sarah Palin Book Signing. I was not the least bit surprised when I found out that the book signing took place in Columbus, Ohio. It's another one of those typical videos which makes conservatives look ignorant. In actuality, most people are ignorant. It's quite entertaining though, so enjoy.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Donavon's Choke and Michigan's Unemployment
Landon Donavon is supposed to lead the US National Team next year in the World Cup. However, he was unable to lead LA Galaxy to triumph in the MLS Cup. He had a great opportunity as he took the fourth penalty which would have put LA on top after their keeper had made a tremendous effort to keep them in it. However, he shanked the kick, pushing it over the net.
He's not the first captain to miss a pivotal kick, but it got me thinking about what we should expect for next year's World Cup. With Charlie Davies out and Oguchi Onyewu looking like he has a 50-50 chance of being available, how will the US do? I can't really say. It depends on the group. We saw that them overcome a heavily favorited Spanish side in the Confederations Cup, but we also saw them blow a 2-0 lead. Can the US outwork their way through the group stage and into the knockout round? Who will step up for them now that Davies is out? I don't know if this one play can make us question Donavon's leadership and reliability, but he's going to have to perform on the pitch. He will be the most talented US player on the squad no matter what.
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In other news, I found out today that Michigan's unemployment rate has increased above 15 percent. I always love reading about unemployment numbers. It fascinates me that a place that was once such a catalyst for American industry is struggling so much with the economy. I wonder how Michigan can stop the bleeding of jobs. I think we're already seeing the effect of the poor economy as I'm seeing more people pleading for change and more robberies around campus. I'd like to see how the unemployment rate breaks down as well. Ann Arbor seems alright.
I also found it interesting that Massachusetts, my home state, decreased its unemployment rate. What is Massachusetts doing right that other states are failing at? It wouldn't hurt to find out. States like Massachusetts can provide a model for the others to right their economies. Until then states like Michigan might struggle with nearly 1 in 6 persons in the job market jobless.
He's not the first captain to miss a pivotal kick, but it got me thinking about what we should expect for next year's World Cup. With Charlie Davies out and Oguchi Onyewu looking like he has a 50-50 chance of being available, how will the US do? I can't really say. It depends on the group. We saw that them overcome a heavily favorited Spanish side in the Confederations Cup, but we also saw them blow a 2-0 lead. Can the US outwork their way through the group stage and into the knockout round? Who will step up for them now that Davies is out? I don't know if this one play can make us question Donavon's leadership and reliability, but he's going to have to perform on the pitch. He will be the most talented US player on the squad no matter what.
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In other news, I found out today that Michigan's unemployment rate has increased above 15 percent. I always love reading about unemployment numbers. It fascinates me that a place that was once such a catalyst for American industry is struggling so much with the economy. I wonder how Michigan can stop the bleeding of jobs. I think we're already seeing the effect of the poor economy as I'm seeing more people pleading for change and more robberies around campus. I'd like to see how the unemployment rate breaks down as well. Ann Arbor seems alright.
I also found it interesting that Massachusetts, my home state, decreased its unemployment rate. What is Massachusetts doing right that other states are failing at? It wouldn't hurt to find out. States like Massachusetts can provide a model for the others to right their economies. Until then states like Michigan might struggle with nearly 1 in 6 persons in the job market jobless.
What is Twilight?
So New Moon set records for US and Worldwide 5-day opening weekend.
I have no idea what this movie is about, but I heard a lot of girls are into them because of the books. I didn't know there were books either. And here I was, thinking that it was the new beer from Blue Moon Brewing Company.
At least people are reading...right?
I have no idea what this movie is about, but I heard a lot of girls are into them because of the books. I didn't know there were books either. And here I was, thinking that it was the new beer from Blue Moon Brewing Company.
At least people are reading...right?
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Letter from the AD and Dean
U-M students:
We are sure you are as excited as we are about Saturday's football
game against the Ohio State University. We are counting on our
student section within Michigan Stadium to add to our home-field
advantage. Your support, enthusiasm - and NOISE - will help give
the Wolverines an edge.
At the same time, we anticipate that you will join other fans and
residents in welcoming our opponents to Ann Arbor by being
gracious hosts to our visitors. While Michigan students are known for
good sportsmanship, that reputation has occasionally been tarnished
by some students using offensive behavior and language toward
opposing fans, and throwing objects at people and onto the field. This
behavior is not consistent with Michigan pride, our tradition or our
reputation.
Games with intense rivalries can sometimes heighten fan concerns about
safety. As always, the safety of our team, students, fans and visitors will
be our first priority. To ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable
experience, law enforcement agencies will respond swiftly to any
dangerous or illegal behavior within Michigan Stadium and surrounding
areas. Laws regarding drunken driving, underage drinking, and other
safety concerns will be strictly enforced. If you will be hosting a
gathering, here are recommendations from Student Legal Services to
help minimize risks and maximize fun:
Be considerate of neighbors.
Monitor how much people are drinking.
Control the noise level.
Be respectful of the police.
Leave your drinks behind when you leave a party.
Use bathrooms, not bushes.
Use trash containers, not the ground.
Make sure those under 21 are not drinking.
Things not to do:
Do not walk in the streets with open alcohol.
Do not allow drunk people to drive.
Do not play music, etc. loudly between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.
While at Saturday's game, to report a crime, disorderly conduct or
suspicious behavior to the University Police, call 734/763-1131 or send
a text message to 377911. As always, in an emergency, call 911.
You can start the weekend by attending any number of exciting events.
U-Mix kicks off the weekend on Friday from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. in the
Michigan Union. Come check it out: -Performance by ComCoat 10
followed by a showing of "The Final Destination: Rest in Pieces" at 11 p.m.
in Anderson, performed by NBH Unplugged at 11 p.m. in Pendleton,
ThinkFast put on by Phi Mu in the Ballroom, Karaoke all night in the UClub
with a Nacho-Bar coming out at midnight. For more information, see the
U-Mix website at http://www.umich.edu/~umix/. For a schedule of other
U-M events, see http://events.umich.edu/
Go Blue!
Bill Martin, Athletic Director
Laura Blake Jones, Dean of Students
I always find these funny.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Forget Belmont, Party at Willard
So this Thursday is Belmont, a bar night for AKPsis. Normally, this is a great opportunity to go out and have a good time at a bar with fellow brothers. However, my house is having a party on Thursday night paid for by the Snowboarding Club, so I'm not going to miss it. In fact, I had paid money to go, decided not to go and got my money back instead. I loved Belmont the first couple times I went, but it's really lost its luster on me. Anyway, parties at Willard are always a good time. AND it's OSU weekend.
Go Blue!
Go Blue!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Tuesday November 17th
I started this blog to post random things I see and random thoughts I have through out the day. I encounter so many things that I find interesting and that I want other people to see. However, as much as I want people to see these things, I don't want to clog up people's Facebook feeds with my posts. So this is the new one-stop destination for all things Shep. This is Shep's Universe.
So as some of you might know, I've gone more than two weeks without a phone. To be honest, it's been kind of nice. A mini-vacation, you might want to call it. However, I'm so disconnected from the world. I don't know how many people have smart phones which send emails straight to your phone, but having gone without one, I've missed a lot. I'm used to having emails at my disposal as soon as they're sent. I haven't had that liberty these last couple weeks, and I've missed out on events and announcements as a result. It's been unfortunate.
Anyway, I was finally able to go to Verizon on Friday to get my new phone. They didn't have a replacement phone in stock, so they shipped one to me. She said it would be here Monday. Not that I was awake for most of Monday, but the phone didn't come. I went to my noon class and came home, still no phone. I updated my Facebook status:
So I IMed my housemate to see if he had a synch cable that I could use. I don't have mine in Michigan. He said he had one, but he wasn't going to be back until 7, so I had to wait. No biggie, I'm a patient guy. I didn't get to try to activate my new phone until after a student organization meeting. Anyway, I first had to download blackberry desktop. No biggie, but when I went to try and synch up my phone, I realized that the cable didn't fit. Apparently, the Tour and the Storm have different synch cables. The Verizon lady said that I shouldn't have problems if there are other Verizon users in my house. Well, I have a problem.
So as some of you might know, I've gone more than two weeks without a phone. To be honest, it's been kind of nice. A mini-vacation, you might want to call it. However, I'm so disconnected from the world. I don't know how many people have smart phones which send emails straight to your phone, but having gone without one, I've missed a lot. I'm used to having emails at my disposal as soon as they're sent. I haven't had that liberty these last couple weeks, and I've missed out on events and announcements as a result. It's been unfortunate.
Anyway, I was finally able to go to Verizon on Friday to get my new phone. They didn't have a replacement phone in stock, so they shipped one to me. She said it would be here Monday. Not that I was awake for most of Monday, but the phone didn't come. I went to my noon class and came home, still no phone. I updated my Facebook status:
Dear Verizon, where is my phone? You said it would be here Monday, it's Tuesday and still absent from my life. I haven't had a phone in two weeks, and I would like to reconnect with the world. I've been so lost without my phone, my housemates sent out a search party, my parents filed a missing persons report, I fired a SOS flare. Dear Verizon, please get me my phone asap.
Soon after I made that status update, the door bell rings. Indubitably, it's the FEDEX guy with my phone. It was incredible. I was in the middle of cooking so I couldn't do anything. Additionally, I needed to get a synch cable in order to save my contacts, more on that later. I was elated that I got my new phone, but I haven't been feeling well. I took a nap instead of immediately trying to activate my new phone.
So I IMed my housemate to see if he had a synch cable that I could use. I don't have mine in Michigan. He said he had one, but he wasn't going to be back until 7, so I had to wait. No biggie, I'm a patient guy. I didn't get to try to activate my new phone until after a student organization meeting. Anyway, I first had to download blackberry desktop. No biggie, but when I went to try and synch up my phone, I realized that the cable didn't fit. Apparently, the Tour and the Storm have different synch cables. The Verizon lady said that I shouldn't have problems if there are other Verizon users in my house. Well, I have a problem.
Then I went to set up my Verizon account. Account name, email, no more problems, until they decided to text my "temporary password" to my phone. Hey Verizon, I'm making an account so that I can activate my new phone. My old phone is broken. How the fuck am I supposed to get a text message on my old phone if it's broken? Why can't you email me my temporary password like normal people?
Basically, I can't activate my phone. I have to go to the Verizon store to activate my phone, and I'm exceedingly angry right now. I'm eating Reese's Miniatures and M&Ms in the Stacks, trying to make myself feel better. I'm steaming harder than Mike Matusow though.
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