Today was an online day. I attended a late morning seminar, and afternoon symposium and an evening virtual year-end banquet. All were interesting. I did do some further clearing of magazines and such while listening to the symposium. I have another heavy pile of things to carry to the curb for upcoming recycling pickup days.
This is the third year when the department 'banquet' has been fully online. The guest speaker, a former graduate, spoke about her career and subsequent learnings from career reflections. She spoke with a relaxed and approachable style -- very accessable. I enjoyed that speech followed by an online scavenger hunt and trivia game. The annual student awards were announced and the traditional highlight photo show ended the evening. I miss the buzz of a room full of faculty, staff and students over a meal --- the commensality of it all. The newer format continues to demonstrate flexibility and dedication of student planners.
An intriguing little ditty came to mind when thinking of the banquets before virtual gatherings. Much work goes into such events, so in a way people do 'sing' for their meal. <smile> The musical selection sounds a bit different than the usual harmonies of the group involved.-- but sounds like what the song's lead singer gravitated towards. Keep safe. Enjoy!
Sing for you Supper -- The Mamas and Papas
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