Editor:
After six years of school and finally gaining the status of a senior, I feel it is my responsibility to educate entering freshmen about the next several years of their lives. The U is a unique place. If you are just coming from high school or the community college, you are in for a big surprise.
First, there are approximately 13 U parking stalls on campus, and the E parking lots are located somewhere near the BYU campus. Faculty parking lots are a dime a dozen. If for some reason you were stupid enough to buy a U parking pass, you will spend at least 42 minutes each day trying to find a parking spot.
If by some chance you see someone leaving one of buildings, try following him or her to their car approximately six inches from their left foot. You might look like a vulture awaiting your next meal, but if you don’t start stalking students leaving the classroom, you might end up spending your class period listening to the radio in your car.
Second, the administration does not get paid to help you. Don’t believe me? Just try going to Parking Services and listening to the workers swearing at each other. Or better yet, try asking a question at a computer lab and watching the aide turn from Jeckle to Hyde.
Last but not least, South Campus drive looks like World War III has just taken place. I have seriously considered stealing a personal shopping cart from the grocery store to get around campus.
If you think your experience at the U will provide you a well-rounded education, you are right. You will learn about a lack of value, parking and competent staff. But look on the bright side?at least you have one week down and only five years left to go.
Brandon MckaySenior, Finance