Daily Dose of New York and Other Cities: Bobst Library and Steinhardt School

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Location: Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom

In Greek mythology, Prometheus is the son of Iapetos and Klymene (Clymene). His name means Forethought. He was the god who, despite warning, stole fire from Zeus and gave it to the primitive mortals on earth. That, to me, is compassion. But for his crime, he was shackled to Mount Caucasus, where Zeus' eagle would rip his flesh and eat his liver every day. His wound healed quickly and so the torment would continue daily with the eagle returning for a feast. This image of sacrificial love continues to fuel the things I do, or at least, reminds me of the things I aspire towards - for the betterment of society and the good of mankind.

Saturday, October 14, 2006

Bobst Library and Steinhardt School

Seemingly propped up by construction bars, the ugly brown facade of the Bobst Library is not exactly an attractive building. But it is really my personal landmark. That is the most prominent building which I use to orient myself around campus, especially the first 3 weeks of school.

This is another angle of the interior of the Bobst Library. It is a gigantic library with 12 storeys (I think). The study areas are overlooking the Washington Square Park while the open stacks (shelves) are on both wings.

Ah, to the right is the Steinhardt School of Education building which I mentioned in Part 1 of the blog. This is where my Educational Theatre office is situated.

Visually less pleasing than the Stern School of Business, the programmes offered within Steinhardt are incredibly diverse.

This is also the Pless Hall Building in which I acted in the "Lil' Bud" play in the 24-hour Theatrix Festival.

2 Comments:

Buff said...: Wah, its looks really huge! Make sure you bring me for an orientation when i' visit your place in NY.; 1:51 pm
Prometheus said...: Definitely! My pleasure to play host.; 5:36 am