After observing the world around me, I have found 20 "bugs." Here is a permutation of the 20 bugs:
1.) Little to no available parking near the UF Murphree area.
--->Why is there little to no available parking?
A: The parking is limited due to a higher student to parking ratio
2.) No seating at the Italian Gator
---> Why is there no seating at the Italian Gator?
A: Italian Gator doesn't have a dine-in restaurant and not a lot of outside space.
3.) My freezer's ice maker stopped working
---> Why did my freezer's ice maker stop working?
A: Most likely due to old age and little maintenance performed on the freezer.
4.) The good desks are rarely available on the third floor of Library West.
---> Why are the good desks rarely available?
A: There are only a few of them on the third floor and the library is usually packed.
5.) The water pressure in the showers is not as high as I would prefer
---> Why is the water pressure low?
A: Perhaps the shower heads are not capable of increased water pressure.
6.) The water in the showers and sink is hard
---> Why is the water in the showers hard?
A: This is most likely due to the age of the Murphree area buildings.
7.) Many clubs mainly use Facebook as their source of communication
---> Why do clubs mainly use Facebook for communication?
A: Clubs use Facebook since it is the most popular social media application and it has many communication tools.
8.) Many bicyclists do not yield to pedestrian crosswalks
---> Why do many bicyclists fail to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks?
A: Perhaps many bicyclists are not aware of right-of-way laws
9.) The lines at Panda Express during lunchtime tend to be very long
---> Why are the lines long at Panda Express during lunchtime?
A: Many people are hungry and crave food from Panda Express.
10.) Wearing a pair of (fashionable) sunglasses is nearly impossible with prescription eyewear
---> Why is it nearly impossible to wear sunglasses with prescription eyewear?
A: Most sunglasses are not meant to be worn over other eyewear.
11.) My neck hurts after using the computer for an extended period of time (>1 hour)
---> Why does my neck hurt from using the computer for longer than an hour?
A: It is difficult to maintain proper posture after such a long time.
12.) The crosswalk buttons appear to have no effect on light wait times at the crosswalks near W. University Avenue
---> Why do the crosswalk buttons seem to have no effect on wait times?
A: This is most likely due to the high traffic on W. University Ave.
13.) The clickers are required for many lectures
---> Why are clickers required for many lectures?
A: The clickers are primarily used to collect attendance
14.) There are only two (male) bathroom stalls on the whole 3rd floor of Library West
---> Why are there only two stalls?
A: Not really sure. It might be due to less of a need since the other floors have stalls
15.) It is very humid during the summer months in Florida
---> Why is it humid?
A: Florida has a humid subtropical climate
16.) Wireless headphones need to be constantly recharged
---> Why do wireless headphones need to be recharged often?
A: The type of battery and its capacity could be the reasons
17.) I almost always get caught in the rain in Gainesville without an umbrella or poncho
---> Why do I get caught in the rain without rain gear?
A: I forget to take my rain gear before I leave my dorm --- forgetting the unpredictable weather
18.) Making your own food is really inconvenient
---> Why is making your own food inconvenient?
A: In order to make your food, you must go to the store, gather the ingredients/supplies, bring them to your dorm, and then cook it in the kitchen.
19.) On hot and humid days, acne is more likely to occur
---> Why is acne more likely to occur when it is hot and humid?
A: The heat and humidity make your skin sweat and produce oil. If not washed with acne soap, this could become a prime spot for bacteria growth.
20.) Panda Express is not open on Sundays
---> Why is Panda Express not open on Sundays?
A: Not really sure. I think it may be due to less consumer demand on Sundays or some kind of contractual issue.
Reflection:
I found this assignment more difficult than I had expected it to be. I am a very observant person, but after the 12th bug, I had to really think hard about my experiences around campus. It took me over an hour to come up with the list above.
Word Count: 786
Hello Mathew, the list bugs that you have put together can relate to many people. The bug I can relate the most is number 8 because bicyclist do not respect traffic laws, which potentially ends up in accidents. I also like how your list approaches common problem that students encounter in campus, like the availability of parking spaces or lack of bathroom stalls. Your bug list was interesting.
ReplyDeleteHey Matthew, I related to more bugs on your list than anyone else's list in our group. The bug I feel strongest about on your list is number 11. I work on a computer constantly for school and my job. Maintaining proper posture is key, and it is important to correct the imbalances caused by sitting at a computer all day. Another bug I really liked on your list is number 19. As someone who struggled with acne, I know firsthand that Florida's humidity ruins your skin. Unfortunately, there isn't much we can do about it besides wait it out. Good list!
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