March 31, 2014 | Volume 3, Issue 10 | Lubbock, TX
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fraternity parties out of nostalgia and a constant nagging to be social. I’d thought the last week of studying and spending time alone was enough and I needed to expose myself to some human interaction. The theme of this party was called “Mock Wedding”, in which the president of Phi Delta Theta fake proposed to a girl in another sorority and the invitation list was open to the public. The attire was to dress tacky but without trying, somehow the majority of people ended up dressing like the 80s. I wore a black sequined dress with a black blazer and gold jewels all over the outside with shoulder pads, and sparkly white converse tennis shoes. One look in the mirror and I looked like a flashback of my mother before a Madonna concert. We started out with just the “bridal party” at our friend’s house, then into the limo we went on our way to the bachelorette party. Skeptical at first on hearing it would be only girls for the beginning of the night, we were proven wrong as it was so much fun to get to catch up with just girls without any boys around. Only an hour passed before it was already time to head to the ceremony and reception down in the depot district. Once we got there, there were people everywhere. We were shocked by the turn out. As usual, the party was booming and I was thrilled to have decided to go out and spend a carefree night with my friends. But once it got to a certain hour, I got the oh-so-familiar feeling that I had had my fun and now it was
LEAH HOFFMAN Pi Beta Phi
Leah is a senior studying public relations. You may contact her at leah. hoffman@ttu.edu.
As you get older, the need to go out with your friends every night becomes less and less important. Attending every pledge party and bar night seems to die down after your freshman and sophomore year of college. By then, you have found your clique of friends and decided your usual hang out spots, leaving the random mixers with various fraternities insignificant. This topic is relevant because not only is it recent but it’s true to who I am and how I feel as a person. Over the years, on more than several instances, I have been referred to as the ultimate introvert. But I usually argue that I do like the occasional party or gathering. However, as a whole I have to agree that I would rather spend a quiet night at home alone as I really value my private time. I have always been someone who doesn’t need the company of others to be comfortable or to feel secure. At the risk of sounding selfish, I prefer to watch the movie or television series that I want to watch and not have to worry about entertaining others and settling on something that I may not be in the mood for. In addition, this is the time in my life when I am trying to finish college and figure out the path to my career and future, without the added distractions and temptations that stem from being social. Although, all of that being said, this past weekend I decided to attend one of the big “Saturday night”
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time to go home. On the one hand I love being social on occasion and spending time with friends and going out, however the nights I love most are in my comfy clothes, watching my favorite movies, cuddling in my softest blankets.
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random for formal can be bad news because you aren’t totally aware of how they are going to react in certain situations. Finding a date with good intentions is very important too. There are plenty of boys out there who are dying to get an invite to a sorority girl’s biggest event of the year. Some guys just want to get a painted cooler and free t-shirts. These are the boys we need to be weeding out! I always try to strategize and choose a genuine guy who would maybe even consider taking me to his formal later on. The worst thing that can happen is taking a jerk that won’t treat you kindly at your own event.
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KORTNI ROBINSON Delta Delta Delta
Kortni is a sophomore studying Journalism. You may contact her at kortni.robinson@ttu.edu.
Every sorority girl knows just how serious formal is. Date parties and bar nights are fun, but formal is the real deal. We all want to have the perfect dress, cooler painted, and most of all the best date ever. If a girl is not currently in a relationship with a guy then finding a date can be tricky. There are many qualities a formal date must have. He needs to be cute, fun, taller than you, and preferably even a frat boy who would take you to his formal in exchange. Finding a man who is all the
The most important thing to consider when searching for the perfect date is who would be the most fun to hangout with. Formals are typically two to three days long. That means you will be spending hours upon hours with this guy so he has got to be a good time. A date must be easy-going. Formal nights can be stressful. Catching your bus at the right time, meeting up, and matching each other are all necessities. This is why every sorority girl needs a chill date that will be willing to roll with the flow, and any last minute changes. Another important thing to consider in your date is finding someone who will remain calm around alcohol. If you have a date that is a crazy drunk this can be a huge issue. No girl wants to deal with getting kicked out of their own formal because of the problems their date caused them. Basically taking a
Every girl loves taking a ton of pictures at formal because it’s one of the few events college females get very dressed up for. These pictures go on Facebook, Instagram, and even Twitter, so basically they are highly important. One main thing that every tall girl like myself has to deal with is height. Being 5’8 I need a guy who is over 6 foot since we will be in heels and all. This can be a huge struggle, but don’t get me wrong there are plenty of tall, handsome men at Texas Tech. Formal is one of the biggest and most enjoyable moments of a sorority girl’s spring semester. Having the perfect date is a necessity for everything to go smoothly. Every girl needs a date who is easy-going, fun, and a gentleman. Also, one who will appreciate all the work we do on painting those coolers! To all the lucky taken ladies you have this decision already made, but to those of us searching, keep your heads up! Finding this perfect date can be tricky, but by following these guidelines it is possible!
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the dress and go from there. I suggest a fit and flare frock that will define your waist while allowing you to be comfortable. Formal is a long evening and you won’t regret reaching for the pretty yet comfy dress over the skintight garment. This Topshop dress works great for our purpose and creates a nice amount of oomph with that flouncy skirt. In addition to its adorable shape, the color allows us to go crazy with hues as accents, such as jewelry and makeup. Choosing black may seem safe, but the subtle pattern and sheen gives it a special touch. I don’t know about you, but I have severe difficulty gallivanting around in stilettos all night long or ever, for that matter. I normally like to go for a strappy shoes that secures and keeps my feet in place. I must admit they may be straying a bit on the skyscraper side, but with all the strap security, you should still be able to strut like a pro. Reach for a metallic clutch, like this to-diefor DVF one, and you’ll be ready to add the finishing touches.
Now that spring break has come and gone, I don’t have to be a psychic to know what’s on every Greek girl’s mind. That’s right, it’s formal season! It’s time to jump online and select the perfect dress and accessories.
Your accessories are what should really shine while attending formal. Any girl can acquire a pretty dress, but you will achieve much more than that. You will accessorize your frock with personal style and flare. First, you must add some color to your ensemble. What better way to do so than the new Kendra Scott Harlow Necklace in Teal? Not only will the necklace spring your look into this hot season, but your “sawrawrity” sisters will be green with envy because you already got your hands on this brand-new bauble. Too much jewelry can look busy, so simply add a large cuff and a dainty pair of matching studs to accompany your statement piece.
GABRIELLE GARCIA Alpha Chi Omega
Gabrielle is a junior studying public relations. You may contact her at gabby.garcia@ttu.edu.
When attending a formal party with your other gorgeous sisters, the pressure of achieving the right look can be nerveracking. Don’t let the jitters set in quite yet; I’m here to help guide you to the ideal formal look. When beginning your quest to the perfect formal ensemble, you must start with
Now the time has come for the finishing touches. With a primarily black and gold palette, have a little fun with your lip color. If you are anything like me, you accumulate lots of lip glosses at the bottom of your bag. Reach for either a bright red or vibrant pink gloss to seal the look. Seeing it is gloss, the color will be lively yet sheer. This means your kisser won’t be too overbearing, but just a sweet accent to your overall vibe. Throw a travel-sized hairspray into your clutch for hair touchups throughout the evening. I’ll be the first to say, no one likes fallen curls. You now have acquired the tips you need to attain that flawless formal attire look. This is the time to grab your girls and hit the streets of Lubbock to find the knockout pieces perfect for you. Now all that’s left to do is find yourself a hot date and I admittedly can’t help you with that. May the force be with you, my friend.
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LOOKING CHIC DURING ANY SEASON One of the biggest fashion debates is over the color white. Tradition is finally meeting its match…the Chi Omega nonconformists. There is a Kristen is a freshman studying rule that every girl learns accounting. You may contact her at kristen.fouse@ttu.edu. when she is little. Never under any circumstance can you wear white after Labor Day or before Easter. This was just one of those rules that you aren’t really sure why it exists but because it was the norm you followed it and didn’t ask why. In today’s world it seems that breaking the usual pattern of society is trending. More and more girls are starting to step out, defy the rules and wear white during the “forbidden”.
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I will admit that I was a stickler for this rule growing up. Maybe it’s because I’m Southern and tradition is key in the South. However as times change I’m secondguessing my opinions on this no white rule. Major fashion designers are coming out with lines during the “forbidden time” that includes white. They refer to wearing white during this “forbidden time” as “winter white”. Some of these designers include Miu Miu and Alexander McQueen who both incorporated white into their Fall 2014 collection that was strutted on the runways. Do I think people should start whipping out their white sundresses and white sandals and call it “winter white”? No. However, I am open to maybe an off white colored pant. I am still iffy on white skinny jeans in the winter though. Maybe and I mean maybe, if paired with the appropriate colored blouse or jacket and shoes could someone pull off white skinny jeans during winter but it might be hard to ace this look. And by no means do I think one should paint their nails solid white during the “forbidden time”. First of all I don’t like all white nails…it looks like you just painted your nails with white out. If you think this is trendy and original…it’s not. And to do this during the “forbidden time” is just a double no no. If you want a solid winter color opt for nude instead. Nude nails look very chic and way better than white. As for shoes I would still veer away from wearing white. One of the only pair of shoes that I would say are timeless in white no matter what season it is would have to be white converses. I know these aren’t the most fashion forward chic shoes but they are super cute just to throw on for any day. I am a fan of the simple everyday white tee for both women and men. For women it is a necessity to own this versatile
piece of clothing. You can literally wear it in numerous amounts of looks. I do not care what time of the year it is…a classic white tee is a must. “There is something about white in winter that oozes confidence,” says designer Michael Kors and I couldn’t agree more! If you want to wear white during the “forbidden time” then I say go for it. With this said don’t just throw on all of your summer whites and look like a dazed and confused fashion convict. When being a “rebel” and wearing white during the “forbidden time” think fashion forward, modern, classic and most of all being you.
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each other are all necessities. This is why every sorority girl needs a chill date that will be willing to roll with the flow, and any last minute changes. Another important thing to consider in your date is finding someone who will remain calm around alcohol. If you have a date that is a crazy drunk this can be a huge issue. No girl wants to deal with getting kicked out of their own formal because of the problems their date caused them. Basically taking a random for formal can be bad news because you aren’t totally aware of how they are going to react in certain situations.
Every sorority girl knows just how serious SARAH formal is. Date parties MEACHAM and bar nights are fun, Chi Omega but formal is the real Sarah is a sophomore studying deal. We all want to journalism. You may contact her have the perfect dress, at sarah.meacham@ttu.edu. cooler painted, and most of all the best date ever. If a girl is not currently in a relationship with a guy then finding a date can be tricky. There are many qualities a formal date must have. He needs to be cute, fun, taller than you, and preferably even a frat boy who would take you to his formal in exchange. Finding a man who is all the above is not as easy as it may seem.
Finding a date with good intentions is very important too. There are plenty of boys out there who are dying to get an invite to a sorority girl’s biggest event of the year. Some guys just want to get a painted cooler and free t-shirts. These are the boys we need to be weeding out! I always try to strategize and choose a genuine guy who would maybe even consider taking me to his formal later on. The worst thing that can happen is taking a jerk that won’t treat you kindly at your own event. Every girl loves taking a ton of pictures at formal because it’s one of the few events college females get very dressed up for. These pictures go on Facebook, Instagram, and even Twitter, so basically they are highly important. One main thing that every tall girl like myself has to deal with is height. Being 5’8 I need a guy who is over 6 foot since we will be in heels and all. This can be a huge struggle, but don’t get me wrong there are plenty of tall, handsome men at Texas Tech. Formal is one of the biggest and most enjoyable moments of a sorority girl’s spring semester. Having the perfect date is a necessity for everything to go smoothly. Every girl needs a date who is easy-going, fun, and a gentleman. Also, one who will appreciate all the work we do on painting those coolers! To all the
The most important thing to consider when searching for the perfect date is who would be the most fun to hangout with. Formals are typically two to three days long. That means you will be spending hours upon hours with this guy lucky taken ladies you have this decision already made, but to those of us so he has got to be a good time. A date must be easy-going. Formal nights can searching, keep your heads up! Finding this perfect date can be tricky, but by be stressful. Catching your bus at the right time, meeting up, and matching following these guidelines it is possible!
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THEORIES, MYTHS, OR JUST PLAIN DIETING? It all started when Regina George asks, “Is butter a carb?” in the movie Mean Girls. Okay, maybe not started... But anytime I think of eating too many carbohydrates, this quote always comes to mind. We all know about the healthy diet “theories,” but in reality, most of them are myths.
KAYLA CHANDLER
Kappa Kappa Gamma Kayla is a freshman studying Journalism. You may contact her at kayla.chandler@ttu.edu.
For example, is diet coke really better for you than regular coke? First of all, if you are trying to lose some weight, you probably shouldn’t be drinking coke anyways. But in all honesty, fake sugar is like feeding your body fake food. A behavioral neuroscientist and professor of psychological sciences by the name of Susan Swithers says something about drinking these artificial sugars, “You’ve messed up the whole system, so when you consume real sugar, your body doesn’t know if it should try to process it because it’s been tricked by the fake sugar so many times.” Well said, Dr. Swithers. Another diet myth would be how you aren’t supposed to be eating after 8 pm. Since when did calories tell time? Maybe you shouldn’t eat sugary foods before going to bed, so you don’t stay awake, but I doubt you will gain ten pounds in your sleep after having a nice bowl of easy mac. Mary Flynn, Ph.D., a research dietitian states, “Your body digests
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and uses calories the same way morning, noon, and night.” At the end of the day, it really all boils down to your total calorie intake. Just stay away from a big tub of Blue Bell ice cream as a midnight snack and you’ll be fine. As much as we would all love to think that working out cancels out all the bad foods you ate that day is true, it’s not. Unless you are training like you’re going out for the Olympics, you have to try your best to stay away from unhealthy meals and snacks. Consider this, to burn 100 calories, the average person must run or walk one mile. Think about that next time you want to order the large number one meal at Chick-Fil-A. Lastly, we all hear about those special military diets that help you lose ten pounds in less than a week. Have you actually read the stuff you have to eat for that diet, though? On the first day for your lunch, you get a yummy slice (notice how it’s not plural) of toast and a half of a cup of tuna! Now that sounds extremely filling and tasty, doesn’t it? Who knows, maybe you can lose a lot of weight by eating that for so many days, but as soon as you get back to eating normal, most of that weight you just starved yourself for, will probably return. Be smart about dieting. If you’re serious about losing weight and eating healthy, go get a membership at your local gym and eat healthy. I’m not saying go get a personal trainer or starve yourself to death, but cutting back on candy and going for a run every day will help you get to your goal. Look good, eat good, feel good... Right? Pasta does not make you fat, people. Coffee certainly does not help you lose weight, and just because something has the word “diet” on it, does not actually guarantee you a whole new pant size by the next day.
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Against: 14% I was surprised by this one. Maybe because it was because the results are from the Republicans, but I know that the Dems and President Obama sure are touting the fact that “most Americans” are for gun control, but the results certainly are contrary to that fact. Proposition 3: Are you in favor or against abolishing the state franchise tax to encourage business growth? In Favor: 88% Against: 12% Americans have and always will have the backs of small businesses. This question just validates that fact. We aren’t called the Land of Opportunity for nothing right? Proposition 4: Are you in favor or against welfare recipients being tested for drugs before they receive benefits? In Favor: 95% Against 5%
The results of those burning questions that were asked at the end of the ballot ;) So I recently talked about the primary elections that were held in March. Well, the results are out!
BAILEY BELL Pi Beta Phi
Bailey is a sophomore studying biology. You may contact her at bailey.bell@ttu.edu.
The elections went as expected. If you voted, you know that there were questions at the end that would help your party determine what their supporters think.
One or two of the results definitely surprised me. The others were as expected. So without further ado, here are the results… **These results are for the Republican Party and for the region that includes Lubbock, TX. Proposition 1: Are you in favor or against the ability to freely express religious beliefs and prayer in public? In Favor: 97% Against: 3% Pretty standard, I am not too sure why this question was asked… It reminds me of how wide the margin was in Greg Abbot’s victory. Did they even have to ask? Proposition 2: Are you in favor or against expanding locations where Concealed Handgun Licensed people may legally carry their guns? In Favor: 86%
This question needed to be asked a long time ago. It seems to be the concern of every gun toutin’, red-necked conservative. And apparently the concern of the rest of the public. This is not a procedure of assuming or accusing, but is a standard procedure. If I have to be tested before I am allowed to receive a paycheck from my job, you better betcha that I am going to expect a drug test before you get a percentage of my check. It’s just right. If you are playing fair then it should be of no concern. Proposition 5: Are you in favor or against elected officials and staff being subject to the same laws as their constituents? In Favor: 99% Against: 0.63% Uhm, excuse me? This is America… just because you are an elected official does not make you subject to more freedom than we get. I think that 0% for against pretty much says it all. Proposition 6: Are you for or against the appeal of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)? In Favor: 93% Against: 7% This one really surprised me. I think these results are due in part because Americans haven’t been very well informed on exactly what Obamacare is. And the real problem is that we cannot even read the bill for ourselves because it is mind-blowingly long. According to Senate Minority Leader, Mitch McConnell, the bill is roughly 20,000 pages long. That is just absurd. All that says to me is that there is something to hide. And what better way to disguise corruption than hiding it within a 20,000 page bill in a language that most American’s don’t understand? I wouldn’t say that 93% of Republicans are exactly for the appeal of universal health care, but rather for the appeal of a law that not many Americans even know anything about. And the real scary fact of all this is that the majority of Congress had to vote this bill into law. Do you really believe that each and every individual that gave this bill a yes actually read all 20,000 pages and actually understands it? I most certainly don’t, and that scares me immensely.
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SAYING GOODBYE TO “HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER”
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Although the entirety of season nine takes place over the span of the weekend before Barney and Robin’s wedding, (which viewers were initially very apprehensive about), the final season has actually managed to wrap up a lot of unanswered questions, such as what Barney does for a living. With the clever use of flash-forwards (although technically, the entire show is a flashback), viewers are able to keep up with the show’s current timeline and story line, but still see how the Mother is actually totally perfect for Ted Mosby. While season nine has wrapped up various storylines for Lily and Marshall, Barney and Robin, season nine also answers where the Mother has been all this time, but has yet to reveal her name. It remains to be one of the few mysteries of the show, along with the infamous pineapple incident from season one. The writers also recently shocked viewers when they hinted more about the Mother in a flash-forward that could change the entire concept of the show. It once more begs the question why is Ted telling his kids this extremely detailed story of their mother? Some people think it is a red herring, but nonetheless, the possibility of its implications is enough to make us cry along with Ted. I’m sure after investing nine years in watching Ted’s relentless search for love, the audience After nine legendary years, we have to say goodbye to Ted and the gang, along with the newest addition, the Mother. The popular sitcom “How I Met Your Mother” is coming to an end March 31.
ABIGAIL HERNANDEZ Kappa Delta
Abigail is a sophomore studying communications. Yo u m a y c o n t a c t h e r a t abigail.hernandez@ttu.edu.
After nine legendary years, How
wants to make sure it ends with happy ending. You can never be too sure though. In a previous season eight episode, a tearful Ted said that if he could meet his future-wife 45 days earlier, he would because he would want to spend those extra 45 days with her. While Milioti didn’t outright deny any rumors of how the series would end, she did reassure fans that they would be pleased with the original ending that writers Carter Bays and Craig Thomas have had planned for the last nine years. Considering how long it took Ted to find his perfect match, it’s a relief to see that the wait for the Mother has definitely been worth it; seeing how utterly perfect and compatible he and his wife are is
I Met Your Mother (HIMYM), is finally wrapping up its series. Ted Mosby’s kids might be relieved to hear
completely adorable. I’m glad that Ted Mosby has/will finally find his true love despite feeling so alone
that, but audiences will be sad to see the beloved sitcom go. We finally have the satisfaction of knowing
in the current season. It is bittersweet to watch the show come to an end but reassuring to know that the
who the titular Mother is without having to wait until the series finale, but watching the unknown Cristin
gang is slowly but surely finding their own happy endings and they’ll be alright. The hour-long series
Milioti quickly win over our hearts makes us wish we had more time with her before the shows end.
finale airs on March 31st.
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APRIL 1ST TRADITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD 2. France In France, April 1st is referred to as Poisson d’Avril, which translates to “April Fish.” The term refers to the fish that are recently hatched and therefore naïve and easy to catch. The traditional prank is to tape a paper fish on to someone’s back and wait for it to be discovered. 3. Iran The 13th day of the Persian New Year is called Sizdah Bedar, and usually falls on April 1 or April 2. Pranks have reportedly been played on this holiday since 536 BC, making it perhaps the oldest known joke day. People traditionally spend the day outside picnicking and playing games. After the picnic, you throw away all green vegetables, which traditionally represent potential illness or bad luck for the coming year. 4. Poland Poland’s joke day called, Prima Aprillis, often includes dressing up in costume and playing pranks on unsuspecting strangers. Additionally, the media likes to plan elaborate pranks often times involving public institutions to make it look more believable. The holiday is taken so seriously that the anti-Turkish alliance with Leopold I signed on April 1, 1683 was backdated to March 31. 5. Denmark and Sweden
Tuesday was every jokester’s favorite holiday, April Fools’ Day. Hopefully you didn’t suffer through any humiliating pranks. Seeing of the shenanigans of April 1st made me wonder, why do we celebrate such a ridiculous holiday anyways? The history of April Fools’ Day is a bit ambiguous but it is believed that the holiday originated when the Gregorian calendar was adopted in the 1500s. At this time, the New Year was moved from April to January. Those who kept the April date were called fools. It’s not only Americans who enjoy the buffoonery of this day; many countries around the world celebrate April 1st in one-way or another. Here are some of the most interesting traditions. 1. Scotland In Scotland the holiday lasts two days. The first day is known as Hunt the Gook Day. The idea is to send someone out on a fool’s errand. You ask someone to deliver a sealed message, the contents of which the recipient passes on and continues the game. The second day is know as Taily Day in which you put “Kick me” signs on people’s back.
Danes and Swedes have two prank days. In addition to April 1st they also celebrate Maj-kat on May 1st. When someone has been fooled in Sweden, to disclose that it was a joke, the fooler says the rhyme “april april din dumma sill, jag kan lura dig vart jag vill” (“April, April, you stupid herring, I can fool you to wherever I want”) for April 1 jokes, or “maj maj måne, jag kan lura dig till Skåne” (May May moon, I can fool you into Scania) for May 1 jokes. 6. Canada April fools day in Canada is very similar to the celebration in the Unites States. One interesting occurrence on April Fools day in Canada is that skeptic James Randi gives out awards entitled Pigasus Awards that seek to expose paranormal or psychic frauds or ridicule institutions that promote paranormal claims. Past Pigasus award winners include The McDonnell Foundation, who gave $500,000 to Washington University in St. Louis to study spoon-bending children; and the City Council of Auckland, New Zealand, for a NZ$2,500 (US$1,800) grant to the Foundation For Spiritualist Mediums “to teach people to communicate with the dead. So if you pranking attempts failed this year, perhaps next year you can adopt some of these diverse traditions to brighten your April 1st.
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