Dormitory Assylum

Ah, college. It is the place where young minds are set firmly to the task of learning, of engaging the great minds of history to prepare for the day that they, too, may make their mark, may contribute their share to the advancement of humankind. It is a place of dreams and aspirations for the student who is emotionally mature and focused. But shortly after this student's parents bid their farewell, he will shortly discover …

…or in the dorm lounge down the hall, perilously close to Metal Head whose "music" pierces my troubled dreams and propels me into morning. I'm stuck living in the dorms this semester because I've already paid my fees, and moving now would be more disruptive to my studies than remaining. Next semester, though, I can guarantee I'll be out of the assylum and somewhere I can actually do what I've come to college to do.