Word: seriously
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Dates: during 1880-1880
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...when one realizes that unless this temporary thieving is stopped it may cause, aside from the great inconvenience of missing valuable reference books from the shelves during the semi-annuals, the withdrawal of our privilege of reserved books, then the matter is no longer trivial, but becomes very serious. It is a matter of concern to us all, and no sentimental idea of College honor should shield the thief; as soon as he is found, not only should he be excluded from all use of the Library (which undoubtedly will be done), but also the College papers, by publishing...
...SERIOUS defect in most of our college curriculums is the little opportunity presented for independent study." - Brunonian...
...present notices what the subjects for Themes or Forensics are, what section a man is in, when his Themes or Forensics are to be presented, and when they are to be returned. It seems to us, since a failure to present Themes and Forensics is attended with such serious consequences, that the present method of announcing the dates on which they are due can be improved. We would suggest that a printed schedule be given to each member of the three upper classes, which schedule is to contain the subjects for the different Themes and Forensics of the year...
...speakers indulged in what would have been inappropriate at any time or in any place. There was also a tendency to levity, a tendency which should be checked, both because it seems to be growing in the Union, and because in a speech on a serious subject, wit and humor should not be the main elements. The audience, however, was good-natured, and readily over-looked all shortcomings. Colonel Higginson's presence and remarks showed the interest he takes in the Union. The experiment of allowing all who so wished, both ladies and gentlemen, to come to hear the debate...
...year, should prevent even the suggestion of the idea of compulsory withdrawals. Under these circumstances there appear but two resorts : either to make two sections for the hour on Wednesday and Friday, or to count private hours as regular ones. In the way of either proposition there are no serious difficulties, and it is hoped that the instructor will be able to adopt one or the other. An improvement could also be made on the present mode of supplying one's self with water for washing paint-brushes. Instead of letting each one bring a glass of water up three...