College Lesson Learned #23

#23- Don’t trust Facebook.

So I am a firm believer in the fact that Facebook is the leading cause most of today’s social issues. It also is one of the leading causes of stupidity and airheaded-ness found within the 12-26 age group. Facebook is a social network, and unfortunately it has almost done the opposite. It has isolated individuals and created a realm in which actual social activities become obsolete. For example, if you want to have a poker night, you don’t even leave to comfort of your home, you can play it on Facebook.

While I was in Wittenberg in Saxony, Germany, a wise man by the name of Martin Luther gave me and my friends some great advice. He said, “The best way for cell phones to communicate is cell phone to cell phone. The best way for computers to communicate is computer to computer. The best way for people to communicate is person to person.” So with that being said, I know what you’re thinking. Yes I did actually meet Martin Luther. Perhaps that is a possible blog for the future time.

People aren’t always honest on Facebook. I don’t mean to say that outwardly lie online, they just don’t always tell the whole truth. If you post something funny about yourself, do they really like it or are they just subtly laughing at you? You may never know. Also sarcasm is hard to understand when they are just words on a screen, so watch out.

Another issue is their “About” section. Some people tell their life stories and some have nothing. Some people are honest and say “Hey world, I am a cat person, not a dog person” (which is crazy if you ask me, dogs are much cooler). Also the issue that I personally struggle with is relationship statuses. We’ve moved on past an age where you can’t hang out with someone without it being a date or talk to someone without “flirting” with them, at least as far as the opposite sex goes. However it is somewhat awkward to be hanging out with a girl and not actually know if they have a boyfriend or not.

That’s where Facebook has caused many issues.

They either post that they’re in a relationship or they’re not either deterring someone before something that possibly could start does, or encouraging someone who probably shouldn’t pursue another. Now if that doesn’t get confusing, the ABSOLUTE WORST is when a person whom you like doesn’t have either “single” or “in a relationship with…” posted. Obviously it’s weird to ask someone, “Yo, you dating anybody?” No. That doesn’t fly in today’s society. However, it creates many issues when you don’t know… Not that I know from personal experience…

Moral: Don’t trust Facebook. It’s not always accurate.

College Lesson Learned #22

#22- Easy Mac tastes approximately 52.7% better after eating nothing but cafeteria food for weeks.

So if you’ve ever eaten at a college cafeteria, more often than not the food sucks. It’s just poor quality. Due to the fact that students have to eat this crap, we substitute some meals with little unhealthy snacks. This is the single greatest force behind what many call the “freshmen fifteen.” The late-night snacking is fattening as it is delicious, and because of the deliciousness factor the extra pounds you put on is definitely worth it.

Easy mac is the greatest culinary miracle in the collegiate food pyramid. It has managed to keep us college students sane for the past thousand or so years. Not only is it delicious, but it is easy to make. All you have to do is add water to the previously marked line, put it in the microwave for a few minutes, add the cheese and stir. Perfect for a late night snack or even breakfast (depending on how late you’re up). Also, it is not overly unhealthy unlike those “BFC” cans of Monster energy drink. It’s pasta and cheese, so it can’t be that bad right?

Moral: Easy Mac is a staple in a college student’s diet, lifestyle and sanity. Eat more Mac.