[18 Dec 2009|10:29am] 1word1day [nerdfury] Sorry about missing last week. As you all know, this time of year is always a bitch! Zetetic [ze-tet'ik] adjective or noun Definition Proceeding by inquiry; a search or investigation; a skeptical seeker of knowledge. A term originally used to refer to Pyrrhonists, a group of ancient Greek skeptics, it has come to mean both the process of inquiry and one who so proceeds. A zetetic is thus a sort of intellectual agnostic who, while seeking greater truths, is always wary of falsehood. Etymology Greek zetetikos, from zeteein, 'to seek.' Usage Sandra always used to refer to herself, in a rather grandiose manner, that she was a zetetic - a seeker of truth and wisdom, and wary of being mislead. I, however, in a zetetic manner rather figured her to just be an argumentative bitch. True story, except the Sandra of the tale isn't smart enough to know what a zetetic is! post comment

For those who have taken AMS7 with Abel Rodriguez [16 Dec 2009|02:59pm] ucsc_chatter [bravemenrun] Was section mandatory? 5 comments|post comment

WAUGH FINALS TUESDAY [15 Dec 2009|10:26pm] 1word1day [rainbow_yarn] contretemps [KON-truh-tahn; Fr. kawntruh-TAHN] noun an inopportune occurrence; an embarrassing mischance An unforeseen event that disrupts the normal course of things; an inopportune occurrence. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/contretemps I congratulated myself on being the first in line to speak to the new boss to recommend myself and my abilities. Unfortunately a contretemps in the form of a fly buzzing into my mouth as I opened it to speak kept me from giving this boss my name, and Eliza behind me got the promotion. 3 comments|post comment

Selling some stuff! Please buy!! [11 Dec 2009|02:15pm] ucsc [bailamorena] 1. Selling a full-size Tatami mat Bought brand new two years ago. approx. 35½in x 71in x 2in H (90cm x 180cm x 5.5cm H) 69lbs $100 OBO Makes a great portable bed if you add a foam pad. Fits twin sheets. Great for students You pick up. 2. 3-drawer maple dresser with beautiful finishing, brass handles, and a marble top. Asking $400 OR BEST OFFER. This will last you forever. It's high quality. It's VERY heavy. You pick up. Email me for pics. post comment

[11 Dec 2009|09:22am] ucsc_chatter [radiobroadcast] I'm sure these have been asked before, but I've forgotten the answers! 1. How long does it typically take to be approved for graduation once the quarter is over (assuming everything goes smoothly)? 2. How long does it take for them to cancel your email account once you've graduated? Thanks! 2 comments|post comment

This means war Tuesday [08 Dec 2009|02:04pm] 1word1day [rainbow_yarn] limpet [LIM-pit] noun 1. Any of numerous marine gastropod mollusks, as of the families Acmaeidae and Patellidae, characteristically having a conical shell and adhering to rocks of tidal areas. 2. One that clings persistently. 3. A type of explosive designed to cling to the hull of a ship and detonate on contact or signal. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/limpet "Oh, let go of my garment, you little limpet boy!" exclaimed Torquil in a poor attempt to remember an actual line from Archer's Goon. 9 comments|post comment

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