<p>This has really been bothering me a lot... </p>
<p>I've read time and time again that there are opportunities to indulge in some stereotypically collegiate parties at the University of Chicago... </p>
<p>But are these alcohol-induced fun fests a fiction? I'd really like to experience the "true" college life AND get a top-notch education...</p>
<p>Does anyone else share in my frustration? Or is Chicago not the place for me?</p>
<p>I'm of the "work hard, play harder" ilk and sincerely hope that Chicago has more than one "real" party a month (or year, as some joke). </p>
<p>Despite the fact I'm a nerdy type, I do enjoy a busy social life and friends--I'm hoping that it won't be too difficult to find like-minded people at Chicago...but if not, then I'll work my ass off and hope for a transfer.</p>
<p>same here, jpps1.</p>
<p>The dogma "work hard, play hard" is blueprinted into my genome.</p>
<p>If push comes to shove, There are other universities nearby (coughs...NW) that will be glad to have us, or so I would like to think.</p>
<p>UChicago, like any other top tier school, demands hard work. At the same time, fun should not disappear. From what I have heard and read, UChicago had made considerable improvements in regards to the all important FUN arena. They introduced sports again, created friendly competition between house and when I visited UChicago, many of the students were enjoying the one in a million 70 degree weather and playing baseball, and all sorts of stuff...which really boosted my appreciation for UChicago. </p>
<p>In regard to the partys, They won't be that bad. Read the blogs from the current students at Chicago. They put many of my questions to rest.</p>
<p>Those of us here who want to experience (or create) "collegiate parties" (cough) booze (cough) at UChicago ought to stay in contact if we get accepted.</p>
<p>I second that motion. Even if we're in the minority, we'll be sure to have fun.</p>
<p>I join the party. I also plan to go to City of Chicago at least once a week. Never shall I be confounded to my room or the library more than I am required to.</p>
<p>then how are you a "chicago nerd"?</p>
<p>I go to the University that lives "the life of the mind". Often, I refer to myself, since I am tying my 4 years of life to the University, as a "chicago nerd". To tell you the truth, I often enjoy the stereotype and laugh at it. </p>
<p>UChicago will have one hell of gang when they take us in, be it "chicago nerds" or "cool maroons".</p>
<p>Count me in...</p>
<p>haha cool maroons... we'll have to make our own t-shirts/hoodies about "bringing fun back to life" (as opposed to "where fun comes to die")</p>
<p>i second that, indy.</p>
<p>I can third that...</p>
<p>My friend who is a freshman at U of C says she met only two kinds of people: people who would party every night and people who would study every night. I'm kinda in the middle: I enjoy working and studying something, but I like to have a little fun, too. Hmm..we'll have to see when we get there...</p>
<p>If we get there........</p>
<p>if we get there.......the wait is breaking me apart. Why does UChicago so badly want to beat the hell out of us, dead horses!</p>
<p>We might as well enjoy when we are down.</p>
<p>look at these funny pictures from the "traditional" scavanger hunt....</p>
<p>how about this challenge </p>
<p>"MK's Physical Challenge was a test of dexterity, speed, and smoove, in removing the Head Judge's bra. One hand, behind the back.
Viewed: 160 times."</p>
<p>Parental Discretion advised....</p>
<p>yes...among others.</p>
<p>also look at the guy in the back.....quite something.</p>
<p>see, to me, being "nerdy" doesn't mean you can't get drunk. what it DOES mean is you can have conversations about higher philosophy and metaphysics WHILE drunk, something i find extremely fun and intellectually stimulating :)</p>
<p>RR,</p>
<p>Are you applying? If we both attended, I'd definitely want to keep you and a bottle of Jack on close by at all times. :D</p>
