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Coke Vs. Pepsi

Class Vs. Co-op

 This is a hard one to answer. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks. To bring it down to the top two factors it would be free time and uninterrupted free time. When you're in class, you have maybe an hour break here and there, or more, and it's awesome for a break between classes. However, homework is in abundance. Those free times could be spent with homework, but if you want to take a break, you have to do that work later, during optimal free time. Whereas in Co-op, after you get off work, that's (usually) it, you're done working for the day. However, you do have to work from the morning till mid afternoon with an hour lunch break only.

And the money, the money's good.

The Hans Vs. North Side Dinning

North side, hands down. All the Hans have over North Side is a broader range of food, but at a terrible consequence... it's not always sanitary. No thanks.

Greek life vs. All other Student life

Greek life isn't really my thing, so I'd say all other student life. 

The SHM cafeteria vs. Johns 

Johns. Even though the cafeteria is closer, it's expensive and doesn't have the same food everyday, which

makes some days absolutely horrible in the cafeteria. Which is funny, because I only eat at Johns when it's paid for by SHM.

Phillies vs. Eagles

 This is a tough one, because it's situational. 5 or less people? Eagles. 6 or more people? Phillies. Why? Because Eagles is more compact, making it good for small groups. Phillies on the other hand has enough room for the entire company if we get a little close. Going into Phillies with a group of 4 or 5 people feels like booking an entire stadium for 3 people; far too much space between everyone and it all feels... distant. Although, important meetings, regardless of size, should be in Phillies because it feels more professional.

Concerts vs. Reading
I like to read at concerts. Checkmate.

Beer Vs. Liquor
This question should read: "Urine Water Vs. Undrinkable Liquids." That being said, I'd rather have an undrinkable liquid than urine water.

Question Time

Childhood book

My favorite Childhood book would have to be Artemis Foul. I know, Most wouldn't consider that a Childhood book, but I do.

Movie

THERE'S SO MANY TO CHOOSE FROM. My absolute favorite movie of all time would have to be "How To Train Your Dragon" from Dreamworks. Now, before you mock me for liking a kind of children's movie, go watch it. And when you're done, if you didn't love the movie, you're quite possibly dead inside.

Quote

 "Nothing is impossible, only improbable" - anonymous. 

I've looked for this quote everywhere, and every mention BUT ONE says it's anonymous. The one that says otherwise says it's from Star Trek and Spock said it, however I'm sure they got the quote from the anonymous quote. Spock says "highly improbable" which just doesn't roll off the tongue as nicely as the original.

 

Actor/Actress

Oh jeez, so many to choose from. Robert Downy Jr. is up there, with Gary Oldman and Samuel L. Jackson as well. Can't forget Betty White. Oh! And Nicolas Cage! (Don't you dare tell me otherwise)

Band

Oh good lord too many again. So... I'll start listing them off: "Gorillaz" "MGMT" "Awolnation" "Fun." "Pearl Jam" "Pink Floyd" "Aerosmith" "Led Zeppelin" and "Cage The Elephant."

Mode of transportation

Bicycle. Great maneuverability, low costs (compared to cars), no gas, and healthy.

 

Color

Orange.

 

Season

Spring. That first 70 degree weather of the year is quite possibly the bees knees. Close second is Winter because SNOW.

 

Pick which one you prefer, and explain why:

Class vs. Co-op- Since I have been in class for the last fifteen years and been on co-op for a week, I’m not sure if it is fair to make a judgment quit yet.  Based on this past week, I would have to say I like co-op better.  The day goes by really fast at SHM and not having homework is always a plus. 

The Hans vs. North Side Dinning- I’m not a fan of North Side Dinning, but nothing is worse than the Hans.  North Side Dinning wins this one for being the lesser of two evils.  However, I would not call a place that sells subway, chick-fil-a, and eight dollar boxes of cereal a good place to eat. 

Greek life vs. all other student life- I would definitely pick all other student life over Greek life.  Drexel has so much going on and does their best to make everyone feel included.  There might be more going on in Greek life than I know of, but from where I’m standing it just seems like a bunch of kids who like yelling loudly.    

The SHM cafeteria vs. Johns- I have never eaten at the SHM cafeteria, so by default this one goes to Johns.  Plus when I went to Johns SHM paid for my meal and free food is my favorite kind of food. 

Phillies vs. Eagles- This is a tough one because both of them have really comfortable chairs.  I think I’m going to have to give this one to Phillies.  The room seems brighter and more inviting. 

Concerts vs. Reading- I am not sure how this is a fair question.  Did reading really ever have a chance when it is in the same category as concerts?  I love the energy of the audience at concerts and nothing can compare to live music. 

Beer vs. Liquor- I feel like it is a cop-out to say that I don’t drink, but I really don’t.  I guess I’ll just have to pass for this question. 

Tell me your favorites:

Childhood book- Green Eggs and Ham

Movie- The Wackness

Quote-

“This is our decision to live fast and die young.  We’ve got the vision, now let’s have some fun."  -MGMT

Actor/ Actress- James Franco

Band- Gym Class Heroes

Mode of transportation – Teleportation

Color- Yellow

Season- Fall

Class vs. Co-op
Co-op because we get to experience the work force and spend time working at really great companies, plus there is no homework or exams to study for ;)

 

The Hans vs. North Side Dining

 North Side Dining just because I love Subway and Currito. It's also really convenient if you need milk or have to grab a quick snack. It is EXTREMELY over priced though.
 

Greek life vs. All other Student life
Definitely all other student life. Sororities and Frats just aren't my thing.

 

The SHM cafeteria vs. Johns

 John's because it's fun to get out of the building for a bit and they have awesome food!
 

Phillies vs. Eagles (conference rooms at SHM, not the teams)
Phillies, the chairs are awesome.

 

Concerts vs. Reading

 I can't choose, I love concerts and I love to read! So i guess both, but it depends who is performing at the concert and what book I am reading. I've always wanted to see Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers live!
 

Beer vs. Liquor

Apple Juice.

Tell me your favorites:

Childhood Book:
The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister

 

 

Movie:

Dodgeball/White Chicks

 

 

Quote:
The Serenity Prayer:

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference.

AND

"R" is the most menacing sound in the English language. That's why it's called "murder" and not "muckduck." -Dwight, The Office
 

Actor/Actress:

Steve Carell

 

Band:

Hootie and the Blowfish/Johnny Cash

 

Mode of Transportation:

Train (Amtrak)

 

Color:

Green

 

Season:

Fall

 

Alright we're gonna do a fun one.

Pick which one you prefer, and explain why:

Class vs. Co-op

The Hans vs. North Side Dining

Greek life vs. All other Student life

The SHM cafeteria vs. Johns

Phillies vs. Eagles (conference rooms at SHM, not the teams)

Concerts vs. Reading

Beer vs. Liquor

Tell me your favorites:

Childhood book

Movie

Quote

Actor/Actress

Band

Mode of transportation

Color

Season

 

How was it? What did you like best about your first week? What did you like least?

Thinking back on my first week at SHM I am amazed of all the responsibilities I have already been given and what I have already learned.  From simple things, like using a letter opener, to more complex things, like the ins and outs of different computer programs, this week has been one giant crash course in SHM.  If I had to think of one word to describe this week it would defiantly be overwhelming.  With so many different things going on I got very nervous that I am going to do something wrong.  I guess that would have to be what I have liked the least about this week, the feeling that I will mess up.

Even though I have not been at SHM long, I had already gotten a feel for how people treat each other.  At a lot of companies these interactions might be over looked, but at SHM taking care of your co-workers is instilled into their core values.  This is what I have liked best about my first week.  Everyone has gone out of their way to introduce themselves, help me, and make me feel like a valuable part of the company.  As I progress into my six months here, the mutual respect throughout the office is something that I will never stop appreciating.

How was it? What did you like best about your first week? What did you like least?

This week for me was definitely a lot of anticipation. I didn’t know what to expect at all going into this job, being that it is my first coop experience. I was super excited to get started though, because I loved the atmosphere here at SHM and I really enjoyed how nice and open the employees are with everyone. I really would have to say the best part of my week was doing the one on ones and learning more about everyone here at SHM. For me, this gave me a great chance to not only learn about them as a person but allowed me to learn more about the company and working here. It really helped me to getting situated into this job and feeling like I was important and not just another coop walking in the door. It definitely made the transition a whole lot easier for me and made things much more relaxing. One thing I would say I least like about this week was just at times where I had down time after meetings and was left with not much to do. I would have those times where I was just sitting at my desk. This however I expected because it is my first week and I did not expect to be thrown too much information that it would feel overwhelming. Overall though, this first week has been amazing! I have learned so much in such a short period of time here and I can’t wait to move forward and be involved in the many great projects SHM is working on!

How was it? What did you like best about your first week? What did you like least?
 

 The end of week one! Just within the first week alone, I've realized that this co-op will fly by before I even realize. The end of week one means that we're already 1/20th of the way done with co-op!

Co-op can definitely be very intimidating and frightening - but not at SHM. I feel so blessed to have been able to work with such welcoming people. Honestly, I feel as if the best part about my first week is being able to work with the entire Center for Hospital Innovation and Improvement. Everyone in the department especially is just so great and encouraging, that even when I make mistakes, they only give me more opportunities to learn from what I did wrong.

In addition to that, I just enjoy being able to do what I want in my little cubicle. One of my favorites being able to continuously eat M&M's while working! Not only that, but I can go shopping for free in the miniature Office Depot in the back of the office to supply my desk with everything I need and more to make it mine (for the time being, at least).

The one thing that I did not like at all, and will probably dread for the next 6 months will forever be: