by Justin Lim
2 months since Hall Orientation. The fun and laughter and cheers that rang so exuberantly in the communal hall and various parts of Temasek Hall have deteriorated into creepy silence which can only be broken by residents flipping of textbooks as they mug their backsides off for the mid-terms. This ominous aura is occasionally punctuated by over-zealous sportsmen and women who sometimes deem it necessary to ‘practice’ and ‘hone’ their various skills, albeit batting (ahem), throwing and kicking… at 3am in the morning.
A single entity, bearing the proud name of ALKA, has risen to destroy that deeply disturbing vision. As similar to the effervescent cold remedy Alka-Seltzer for headaches, indigestion, hangover and gas, the orientation group Alka has been making conscious efforts to remedy the stagnating fog of gloom around Temasek Hall.
During the much anticipated recess break, ALKA took this precious revision time to enjoy a sun and sand-filled day at sunny Sentosa. From beach games to swimming in the sea to being buried alive in sand, everyone enjoyed themselves in the company of their OG mates as well as their OGLs and councilors. Much applause and kudos to such a vibrant and active bunch that have finally got their priorities right for once.
Justin Lim, 21, a proud ALKA member and member of Insight, he remarks, “It’s always easy to make new friends, but hard to maintain those friendship which you have forged. We do not want to take these precious bonds for granted nor do we want them as memories only. Instead, we want them to last as long as we can help it and all it requires is a little effort on everyone’s part!”
Truly well said, Justin. Spoken like a true Temasekian, though some sentences seem rather similar to previous Temasek Hall JCRC Vice-President’s rally speech. We have passed your contacts to the current Vice-Presidents for follow-ups for the next work year.
In conclusion, more of such activities are sorely needed in Temasek Hall to foster and promote closer ties among the orientation groups, many of which have already segmented into minor studying groups or lone warriors bravely facing the challenging NUS life alone. So in the words of Mr Lim, prospective 21st JCRC member, start planning your next (or first) OG outing and see how it brings everyone bonded again just like during the orientation!
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