What Is TASP Like?

wombatsoup
Fri, 04 Sep 2009 22:26:28 +0000

I agree with the fun>academics aspect of TASP, though I would put it in broader terms: people>academics. It was not something I had expected before I applied to TASP but when I was actually there I completely understood why and stuck to it, with few execptions. For the majority of people, spending time with the other TASPers either in fun or serious conversation took on more importance than work, especially at the end, though we all did all the assignments and most of us did at least sections of all of the readings out of respect for our professors and our seminar.

Also I really don’t think there were any prestige hungry people at our TASP either but in all reality how would you even know? I really don’t think it is possible to “fake” your way through the TASP application process.

There are 18 people at UT and UMich(RIP). And Purple right now the phrase “better than Austin” makes my brain hurt trying to think of a way it would be possible, so it truly is subjective which environment is better for each person. And I have heard that the house/meals are better at Cornell, but I don’t think you can beat Austin for city.

Oh and Obstinate there were three concerts if you count the Cipher performance. I’m still mad at our whimsical suitemate for hearing the place name wrong.