So You Say You Want a Revolution: Week 15, Period 3

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This week being much more sane than the last, Aly was sitting on her desk, waiting for the everyone to arrive. "Morning all. Welcome to last class of the semester. I don't believe in final exams - if you live through it, you passed. And since I don't generally support overthrowing the school administration -" except in extreme cases, Dolores "- There's really not much of a scope for a practical examination."

"So I hope that you've all learned things. And I hope that you don't hesitate to put what you learned to use in defense of your people, your country, or anyone who needs it. I have the notes here from our first class. What I'd like you to do is look over your answer to the question 'when are revolutions appropriate, and what would it take for you to rebel against the current power structure.' Take a look and then discuss if your opinion has changed. Why or why not?"

Once the discussion was over, Aly nodded, glancing from student to student. "I hope you learned something from this class, and I hope if you ever need me, you'll let me know. We've been talking about revolution and war this term, so I'm leaving you with a quote I found a few years ago from a stateman of this country. It's something to think about. 'I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. My sons ought to study mathematics and philosophy, [...] in order to give their children a right to study painting, poetry, music...'"

Canada Is Not That Strange And Other Biases | Wednesday | Period 2

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It wast he last day of class and Fraser looked relaxed while waiting for the class to assemble. They were in the Danger Shop today to wind things down.

"Welcome back. I'm glad to see you all made it through the unpleasantness of last week," he started, "and I'm sorry to have canceled class but it seemed to be the smart thing to do at the time. Today, we're supposed to have a final."

He smiled and pushed away from the desk.

"This class though doesn't really lend itself well to finals," he continued. "It's based quite heavily in opinions and perceptions. Therefore, we're not going to have a final. Instead, you're going to explore...Canada!"

Well, it had to be done.

"Considering the name of this class, I thought it fitting to end the class with this. Today, we're in the Thelon Wildlife Sanctuary. It's cold so make sure you suit up in the provided jackets, gloves and hats but, once you're all set, feel free to look around and enjoy the natural brilliance of one of my favorite places in the Northwest Territories."

With that, Fraser got the sim going and let the students enjoy themselves.

Cultural Appreciation, Week XV [Wednesday, Periods 4 & 5]

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Class met today in the Danger Shop, were Ghanima had called up couches and fluffy chairs for people, with piles upon piles of blankets and pillows. Some of them, she presumed, would enjoy the chance to warm up after the walk from the dorms.

"Last class of the term," she said, looking them all over. "We aren't going anywhere today, since I'm sure many of you have finals to study for. Instead, we're just going to talk."

"I'd like each of you to take a turn and tell me what your favorite trip has been this semester, and why. It doesn't have to be a deep or soul-searching reason, it can be as simple as having fun. I'd also like to hear which place you found the most educational, if they aren't one and the same."

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Library [12-15]

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Dan was glad that this week was quieter in terms of goblin-ness but it wasn't by any means less hectic. Finals week meant no sleep and a lot of coffee for a nerd like him. He'd be behind a giant stack of notes if you needed him.