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[powerofpink]

I might not have run this past the professor, but for any of those in biology who object to desecrating graves, there will be an alternative workshop available Wednesday night in the dorm's multipurpose room.

Sorry, anatomy. I'm trying to see if any of the TAs for that course are willing to do the same thing.

Also, let me know how many are coming, and I'll try to grab snacks for everybody. Doubt I can pull off coffee too--there's only so much I can carry while hobbling around on crutches.

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[of_many_treasures]

Oh good, something I don't have to clean up after. Between the dorms and the mud tracking...

[powerofpink]

You make it sound like you don't like working here.

[of_many_treasures]

Someone's got to take care of these kids. And even if I didn't graduate, I can still work here.

[powerofpink]

And you always said you hated it here when we were both students.

[of_many_treasures]

That's because I had to work with Tsukasa all the time.

[powerofpink]

And I had Leo coming into half of his classes without a shirt. I don't know how Mike survived all those years with him as a brother.

[of_many_treasures]

That's true. I guess getting this job isn't so bad, and I can work on my college degree at my leisure.

[powerofpink]

If you manage to relax a little and stop worrying about every little speck of dust.

[of_many_treasures]

Can't a man be a little OCD about dust at times?

[powerofpink]

Don't overdo it.

[of_many_treasures]

It wouldn't be so bad if some of our clubs didn't explode every day.

[powerofpink]

Unfortunately, there's not a lot I can do about that.

[of_many_treasures]

Well, something's going to give sooner or later. I think.

[didiscareyouyet]

I hate dead stuff!

[powerofpink]

Well, sooner or later, you're going to have to deal with dissections. But that's a hurdle to jump over later.

[didiscareyouyet]

But that's gross and scary.

[powerofpink]

Well, we can always work on it one step at a time. I can see if there's a department that has simulated cadavers that they're willing to loan us.

[didiscareyouyet]

Simulated cadavers?

[powerofpink]

They're like mannequins, but with simulated organs and skeletons. It's designed to recreate injuries that could happen to real people, without having to worry about real cadavers or other analogues.

[didiscareyouyet]

But it still looks real?

[powerofpink]

To some degree. Somewhere between the real thing and a plastic model.

[didiscareyouyet]

I don't think I'd like that either.

[delilahs_reaper]

Now, now, why would anyone wish to miss the anatoym field trip? It'll be unforgettable learning experience.

[powerofpink]

Well, I've got temporary mobility issues that keep me from going, which means any students with pervasive ones won't be able to participate, which might get us in trouble with following laws related to students with disabilities getting an equal chance at good education. Also, I'm not sure how well the scholarship board is going to handle some of their students getting arrested if they get caught.

[delilahs_reaper]

Hrmmm. [Pondering, pondering, pondering.]

If there is a mobility issue, I can make exceptions if affected students are able to complete an alternate assignment.

The students with scholarships will still have to attend.

[oceanicbutterfly]

Thank you.

[powerofpink]

You're welcome, Karen. I know there are some adventurous souls out there, but Powerpoints really do help get some of the point across.

[oceanicbutterfly]

I'm reasonably certain most classes manage to avoid this particular assignment, anyway.

[powerofpink]

Well, most classes don't happen at Duckworth.

[oceanicbutterfly]

Fortunately for the rest of the world.

[powerofpink]

Yep.

[cravats]

If I have time I'll be happy to come and help. Unfortunately I might be occupied- but I'll see what I can do.

[powerofpink]

Thank you. The multipurpose room has a projector, which makes this so much easier, so I don't have a whole lot to set up at least.

[makewayforroze]

You shouldn't be trying to do so much if you're injured. Do you need help?

[powerofpink]

An extra pair of hands would be good, thanks. Most of the work I can just bring up on my computer, and the multipurpose room has a projector. But night, students, and exams coming up? I think everyone could use something sweet, along with something healthier to eat.

[makewayforroze]

What time will you be doing it?

[powerofpink]

Probably around 11, so it's not interfering with anyone's labs or dinner. Clubs might still be a problem, along with sleep schedules, but I'm not sure there's anyone who sleeps around here.

[makewayforroze]

I could meet you a bit before, to make sure we have everything.

[powerofpink]

Sounds like a good idea.

[iwontforgivethis]

... I'm sorry. But what?

[She thought she heard you mention something about desecrating graves, but that was just silly.]

[powerofpink]

Professor Disraeli's class is going to be digging in the cemetery. I figured I should hold a session as an alternative.

[iwontforgivethis]

... Isn't that completely illegal?

[powerofpink]

I'm not up on all of the laws, but I'm pretty sure that's the case.

[iwontforgivethis]

Then why is he having them do it?

[powerofpink]

For the experience, apparently.

[iwontforgivethis]

... Why did I want to go to this school again?

[sugar_and_spice_witch]

You've got no sense of fun. (；¬д¬)

[powerofpink]

It's optional, if you're not participating in the graveyard dig for any reason.