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Dr Catelijne recently shared with us that one of her students wrote a thesis on toilets. Evidently theres a treasure trove of information to be found in toilets, and we dont mean the smelly kind. Go into the toilets in Level 12 and 13 and make a comparative analysis of the differences between the male and female toilets! LOCATION: Level 12 & 13 Toilets and Level 13 Lounge Talk, talk, talk, talk, talk... Everybody loves to talk. Some like to talk in class, some like to talk loudly and some like to talk softly. Talking is an unavoidable part of life - and of uni life - and you will have to learn not only to talk but to listen. Lets see how you communicate when you can only hear, but not see the person youre talking to. LOCATION: Level 9 Lounge

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Our fellows have many varied interests in Tembusu. Some have an appreciation for the ne arts, some like poetry and some like ne wine. How well do you know your fellow? Unfortunately, Facebook stalking is not an option. Hence, take a chance now to peek into the lives of the fellows and nd out where their interests - the good old-fashioned way. LOCATION: Stephen Riady Centre Level 2 (facing the rockwall) Tembusu loves tea! No kidding, we have Masters teas every now and then where we see valued guests and get to interact with them in a close, intimate and exclusive session. These guests are unique and prominent individuals in our society, and denitely come with their own endearing brand of quirks and idiosyncrasies. Its time to guess the guest. LOCATION: Masters Common Lounge

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Our world is dying. Fossil fuel, greenhouse effect, ozone layeryou know the drill. Everyday temperatures rise, along with the air con bills. I wonder what Climate Change means to you? Beyond global warming, there are other far reaching effects that impact us in different ways. Show me what Climate Change means to you. LOCATION: Wooden Platform at Town Plaza

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Firstly, I need to clarify that murals are not just pictures. Murals are special pieces of artwork whereby the architectural elements of the given space are harmoniously incorporated into the picture. Of course, as with all pieces of art, there is a deep and profound meaning behind it. Let us dissect the mural together. LOCATION: Learn Lobe Basement 1 Everyone likes some stimulation. When we see a certain word in particular, how does it stimulate our thoughts? Where do our minds go to when we hear the word stimulate, for instance? Tsk tsk tsk, dont get the wrong idea. Use your creative juices to show me what thoughts are stimulated by the following words. LOCATION: Outside Education Resource Centre Global Learning Room

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A long time ago, some talented individuals with too much time on their hands came together to create a wonderful game known to Tembusians as Tembusu Bemused. You will certainly be left bemused at many points in the game as you struggle to navigate the difcult passages! Gamers, this is your time to shine! LOCATION: Seminar Room 5 The city is alive. It breathes, moves, eats, sleeps, thinks, shitswell you get my point. We dene our city through the things that we say and the things that we do. Sometimes Mother Nature comes into the picture as well to seize control over and redene the city. Now you will get a chance to show me how YOU dene the city. LOCATION: Tembusu Link Bridge

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Plagiarism is a serious issue in university - serious enough to get you expelled. Some students have been naughty, naughty indeed. You have the job of catching them in the act and identifying just where in the text they started to plagiarize, making things go horribly wrong. Perhaps you might just learn in the process just what you should and shouldnt do. LOCATION: Tembusu Reading Room

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I love balls! Do you love balls? Balls are everywhere!! Inside, outside, on top and below. Now you all will get a chance to share my love for balls! For years youve been playing with stick gures on the foosball table. Now its your turn to move like foosball gures, as you take your positions on the playing eld. Welcome to balls, balls everywhere. LOCATION: Town Green Are you ready kids??? Eh, how come no one replied properly? When I say are you ready kids, you say aye aye captain!! Lets try that again: Are you ready kids?? Awesome! Ok were going to play a good oldfashioned game of captains ball! Disclaimer: this has nothing to do with CAPT whatsoever and any similarities in name or anything else is purely coincidental. LOCATION: Education Resource Centre Rooftop (Level 3)

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Time to get that body moving and work those muscles! Dance Central is a hot favorite in our lovely games room, and is a VERY good way to exercise - two songs will have you sweating buckets! Its time to see how you match up against one of our most average dancers in the Ocomm! LOCATION: Games Room If you watched Pitch Perfect, this cups routine should be familiar to you. Now, if you thought you couldnt do it before today, we will prove you wrong! All of you will get the chance to make music together as an OG, by hook or by crook! Remember, practice makes perfect! Although too many cooks spoils the broth LOCATION: Education Resource Centre Escalators

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In a world where people are scolded for asking too many questions, you are instead rewarded for being able to ask questions! Yes, an inquisitive and questioning spirit will serve you well, as you race against time to reply my questions with questions only! Whose line is it anyway? LOCATION: Stephen Riady Centre POPstation (Level 1; near Guardian)

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Everybody loves a good old treasure hunt! There are many treasures buried in Utown waiting to be found! Only the smartest freshmen will be able to decipher our cryptic clues and nd out where to go to, with a little help from your seniors! One hint I can give you: dont think so much. LOCATION: Tembusu Level 1 Lobby In life there will be many opportunities for you to negotiate your way through things. How will you, given the same object, negotiate your way towards obtaining something with the highest value? If youve been itching to BUAH someone for the past few days but never had the chance, nows your chance!! LOCATION: Education Resource Centre - outside PC Commons

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In life there will be many opportunities for you to negotiate your way through things. How will you, given the same object, negotiate your way towards obtaining something with the highest value? If youve been itching to BUAH someone for the past few days but never had the chance, nows your chance!! LOCATION: Tembusu MPH Up for a challenge? Think youre cut out to be an observant detective? Well, lets nd out! This game involves great concentration with a sharp eye to decipher what exactly has been altered at the crime scene! This game is aptly named Eagle Eye, where orientation groups have to do your best to complete 19 spot-the-difference papers at the quickest time possible! LOCATION: Level 8 Lounge

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Imagine projectiles being directed at you, what do you do? Duck, run, hide, scream, jump! Clue: Its the only time you can throw a ball at someone without being escorted off court. Its the good ol game of dodgeball! LOCATION: Tembusu MPH
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Look out for the tall suave IVP player at the station! In other words, Federer has arrived at Arda. Were not kidding. You will be playing a game of mini-tennis under the watchful eyes of the station master. Think youre good at tennis? Think again. This time, it is modied, where it turns into a battle of the ttest and the most agile. Be prepared! LOCATION: Residential College 4 MPH Ever thought about why Tembusu is such a beautiful and conducive place to live in? With such awesome facilities, the cleaning and housekeeping staff play a huge role in maintaining and upholding the pride of all Tembusians. Now, you will have a chance to get to know more about them personally, and extend your appreciation at the same time! LOCATION: Various Locations

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At this station, you will get to visit Tembusus beautiful and cosy reading room. Its cool how people can piece and create stories based on totally random passages taken from different books and now you have a chance to try it! We encourage you to be as creative as possible and come up with a story that will tickle everyone silly. (There, youll nd out you have another hurdle to overcome before even having the chance to express your air at creating sense out of nonsense!) LOCATION: Tembusu Reading Room Help needed urgently! Two professors due to give important presentations suddenly were unable to make it! These presentations have to take place as too little notice time was given to cancel the presentations. People are streaming in soon! We really need your assistance to ll the position and salvage the situation so people wont notice any differences! LOCATION: Seminar Room 6

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It is indeed a privilege to be part of the University Town College Programme. Boasting unrivalled and world-class facilities, this station encourages you to discover more about the history of Utown and why it is commonly described as a model campus. LOCATION: Steps outside Starbucks

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