Linderman Library

As I was walking to Linderman Library, I realized that a feeling of calm had taken over. I found myself gazing at the tall, green trees and walking slowly down the steps that lead one to the magnificent building Lehigh students are fortunate enough to call their library. When you reach the entrance, two enormous columns welcome you (in an unintimidating manner, of course). After walking through the formal lobbyy, you are hit by the sound of silence. You almost feel bad walking through, hoping you don't disturb anyone's studies. The first thing I noticed about the library was the long tables set up from end to end. I wondered - is this a place to study, or socialize? Considering my thoughts were the loudest sound I could hear, I figured this early in the year, it was the place to study. I noticed the students sitting there; backs bent over their texts, and realized that this was the place to be to get homework done. With gorgeous surroundings and all the resources you could need, what more could one want?

The Rotunda has a different effect then the main library though. Wood is an interesting choice of flooring, considering that with one flip of my sandals, I felt like I was disturbing every person in there. So I could observe the Rotunda, I decided to take a seat. Unfortunately I did not realize that I would be sitting in one of the loudest chairs known to man. One had to sit completely still in order for the quiet atmosphere to remain. As I glanced around the Rotunda, I realized how much work had actually gone into building this magnificent structure. Maybe, some of the thought process involved erecting this place had more to do with its aesthetic appeal than practicality, but it is undoubtedly a great attraction for the university. Letting prospective students know that if you get tired of studying, take a break and just gaze around – Lehigh University is a gorgeous place.

Interview with Ardyn

Eighteen years ago, the fifth member of the Smith* family entered this world. With two older brothers and two older sisters, Ardyn’s family is not small to say the least (she does have twenty-seven first cousins). She enjoys the close-knit ties her family shares in their town of Brecksville, Ohio. Her school life, on the other hand, was not so similar. Graduating with a class of approximately 330 students, Ardyn could have easily gotten lost in the crowd. Luckily she was able to take a spotlight on her soccer team. Lehigh noticed this talent to, as they recruited her to the Varsity girl’s team. While Lehigh University is obviously the only school Ardyn would want to attend, schools like Indiana University, some local schools, and a school in Florida also detected her talents. In addition to playing soccer, Ardyn enjoys normal teenage activities. Hanging out with friends, watching television shows like The Office and Gossip Girl, viewing action/comedy movies, and listening to all kinds of music are some of her interests. This summer, she worked at Bella Toccare, a Day Spa and Hair Salon. After a tough day at work, Ardyn would say there are few things better than a cup of peanut butter ice cream (Moosetracks to be exact). While Ardyn’s home is now Emery in Upper Cents, her new job is playing soccer for Lehigh, and her school boasts about 7,000 people, she can’t imagine it any other way. Nor should she want to.

*name has been changed to protect this person's privacy