Between Monday, March 3, and Friday, March 7, there were many projects, exams, quizzes, and presentations that took place in the business school. The strain on mid-terms could be seen on most of our faces, shuffling between classes, study sessions and meals.
But the pitter patter of ping-pong, or as I like to call it, the “Sport of Kings,” could be heard coming from the grad lounge. Ping-pong matches are pretty common anytime, but these were more heated than normal.
The first rounds of the Graduate Business Association (GBA) Ping-Pong tournament were taking place, and nothing short of personal honor was at stake. Much trash talking, as well as words of encouragement, could be heard during matches between combatants and spectators, alike.
I was able to squeak out a win against my first round foe, but my favorite part of the tournament is the interaction it has caused between the 28 participants in Cores 1, 2, and 3, as well as MBA program staff, since the ping-pong table, like the battlefield, doesn’t care about those things. It’s been fun as we talk smack with each other and scout out the skills for future round opponents. It has also been a great way to take mini-breaks from the stress of mid-terms.
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