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Tech Square Waffle House

Kelvin Kuo — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:45:56 +0000

As many of the Georgia Tech students know, a Waffle House will be opening up at Tech Square. This means that there will be food 24/7 around campus, especially for the fraternities. The Waffle House is owned by a recent Georgia Tech Alum and he was happy to show me and the Georgia Tech Alumni Magazine around.

And the special Waffle House memorabilia that will be around such as famous Georgia Tech Alum.

And random photos from Georgia Tech history.

Ellen Dunham-Jones

Kelvin Kuo — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:30:50 +0000

Ellen Dunham-Jones is a Georgia Tech architecture professor who recently wrote a book entitled “Retrofitting Suburbia.” This book discusses the possibilities of redesigning urban and suburban cities. The main emphasis is to reuse and recycle materials currently being used for future cities to allow for sustainable cities.

GT Alumni Roll Call

Kelvin Kuo — Fri, 28 May 2010 20:19:07 +0000

I had the opportunity to take photos for another Georgia Tech Alumni Association event, this time it was held at the Georgia Aquarium. I was pretty excited because I have never attended such a grandiose event before, especially at such a venue. The venue was simply breath taking, with everything falling into place. First is the cocktail reception with hors devours.

This is a view of the table setup for the president’s dinner.

And inside the dining hall is a window to view the ocean voyager and it’s whale sharks.

The whole view of the dining hall.

Another viewing window with the Ramblin Wreck right next it. This time the Beluga whale exhibit.

After dinner, the attendants were moved to the main atrium, where dessert was served.

The grand viewing of the Ocean Voyager.

Some interesting photos came out of the exhibits, especially around the octopus. He was extremely active, probably because he might be nocturnal?

And last but not least, a cool view of the wreck across the Beluga whale exhibit.

Georgia Tech 2010 Commencement

Kelvin Kuo — Sun, 16 May 2010 13:35:52 +0000

Georgia Tech commencement at the Alexander Memorial Coliseum took place on Saturday May 8, 2010. It was a momentous occasion for all the students attending, marking an end to a long journey of their lives. Students would now transition to the real world with work or graduate school. I could not believe that after five years at Georgia Tech, I would finally be closing my undergraduate chapter. It seemed like life was only school, but it seems like there is more to life after school. I wish all of the graduates the best of luck.

Ramblin’ On

Kelvin Kuo — Sun, 02 May 2010 02:16:13 +0000

It is that time for graduating seniors, time to let loose before finals. Ramblin’ On, sponsored by the Georgia Tech Alumni Association, is an event to help celebrate the hard work everyone put in while attending Georgia Tech. It was a great way to end dead week, Georgia Tech’s last week of classes. Chick-Fil-A was provided as the food, Rita’s Ice Cream, and unexpectedly free alcoholic beverages for those of age. They also provided free t-shirts for everyone that wanted one. I would like to think that the Alumni Association is headed in the right direction for students, allowing them to enjoy themselves and enhance their college experience. Enjoy these photos:

Spring Classic: GT Vs. UGA

Kelvin Kuo — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 01:16:13 +0000

Every year, Georgia Tech baseball goes up against UGA during the Spring Classic to raise money for Children’s Heathcare of America. I was pretty excited because its hosted in the Braves’ baseball stadium, Turner Field. Also it is a big game because every game because it is the cross state rival. It was predicted that Georgia Tech would not struggle, but the game did seem to be very exciting with the final score being 6-4. Here is just an interesting photo of the guys before the game.

Cole Leonida (3) getting his hands ready before the game.

I had a similar shot like this last year with the team during the National Anthem.

The coaches and umpires meeting as the field was getting ready.

Right hand pitcher Mark Pope (19) did not allow a hit through the first five innings and earned another run. Cool view of the light coming in from the top of the stadium.

Just an action shot of Mark Pope.

And another view of Mark Pope.

Third baseman Matt Skole (16) throwing out the baseman during a bunt.

Blake Dieterich (27) starting for UGA.

Third baseman Derek Dietrich (32) throwing out the first baseman.

Matt Skole (16) catching a line drive.

Kevin Rowland (4) running past the second baseman Kyle Farmer.

Pitcher Michael Palazzone (44) coming into the lineup after good production from the starter.

And another pitcher swapped in Justin Earls (18) after bases were loaded.

Mark Pope (19) trying to through out the base runner.

Shaquille O’Neal promotes mother’s book

Kelvin Kuo — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 04:37:46 +0000

Lucille O’Neal visited Georgia Tech’s Barnes and Noble on April 13, 2010 to promote her new book, “Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go: From Mental Welfare to Mental Wealth.” The book is an autobiography on how she was able to work through her life starting from childhood, to a teenage mother, to a happily divorced grandmother. Shaquille O’Neal made a special appearance to help promote his mothers efforts.

Greek Week: Tug

Kelvin Kuo — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 06:19:39 +0000

The Georgia Tech greek week is a week long event held during the spring semester of each year. It fosters one of the biggest events for Georgia Tech’s Greek community which is full of competition between various fraternities and sororities around campus. There are more than twenty events throughout the week that range from Tug-of-War, hot dog eating contest, super splash, etc. The week is meant to show the organizations pride and spirit in their organization. I was able to attend the first event, Tug. Tug consists of a central pit about 5ft wide, 20ft long, and 3 ft deep, filled with water. Here are a few photos to illustrate the very intense event starting with Alpha Gamma Delta vs. Alpha Delta Xi

Next up is Alpha Chi Omega, reigning champions, vs. Alpha Gamma Delta

Alpha Phi vs. Phi Mu

TASA Night Market 2010

Kelvin Kuo — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 04:57:09 +0000

On April 9, 2010 the Georgia Tech Biotech quad played host to the fourth annual, TASA night market. TASA, The Taiwanese American Student Association, aims to educate others about Taiwanese culture and traditions. The night market is no exception to this as it allows students to immerse themselves in the food culture of Taiwan. While attending the market students can purchase tickets, which can then be exchanged for food. The market features over twenty tables each containing different dishes for students to sample.

Some notable dishes include SunO, scallion pancakes, and Vietnamese sandwiches.

These delectable dishes provide those new to Taiwanese cuisine with a frame of reference to the more tradition cuisine and a taste of home for others. This event is rife with Taiwanese culture ranging from music to traditional decorations and partners the Georgia Tech TASA chapter with Emory’s to maximize this cultural event’s reach. This event is a wonderful expression of TASA’s outreach to the Georgia Tech community and showcases their mission.

With the amazing food and laid back atmosphere the TASA market is not an event anyone should miss. Make sure to mark your calenders for next year.

Sting Break 2010

Kelvin Kuo — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:19:07 +0000

Every year, around after spring break has passed, the Georgia Tech student programs brings in a band for a Sting Break concert. Last year I covered the concert, which featured OAR and Parachute. Well this year, there was a different sound with opener Crash Kings and headliner JET. I remember the lighting was pretty impressive inside the Alexander Memorial Coliseum, but this was different. The venue was held at the Burger Bowl on Georgia Tech campus, the same as the homecoming concert the previous fall. Crash Kings started the concert with harmonious sounds. Jason Morris provided the base beat on the drums.

Bassist Mike Beliveau was very energetic, moving about the stage to his own groove.

His brother, Tony Beliveau, leads as vocalist and pianist.

I really liked the way Mike Beliveau tries to get the crowd into the music with his energy. It wasn’t that great of a performance persay, but the music was outstanding.

Crash Kings ended with their well known song, “Mountain Man.”

Just a wide shot of the stage.

I thought it was pretty entertaining to see the KS1 guys being none other then our quarterback Josh Nesbitt and A-Back Anthony Allen.

JET is a rock band out of Melbourne, Australia composed of lead singer and guitarist Nic Cester.

His brother Chris Chester is on drums, providing backing vocalist and percussion.

On bass is Mark Wilson, not very energetic, but not everyone has to be.

Cameron Muncey as guitarist and backing vocalist.

I wanted to get a wide shot, and I thought the spotlight effect helped to make this photo.

Cameron Muncey with intense moves, loving the longer shutter to give you a sense of movement.

I had to get a few photos of the lead singer Nic Cester since there was a somewhat spotlight effect on him and his brother. Not very animated like other performances I’ve seen but great facial expressions.

And brother Chris Cester giving it his all, drumming while screaming his heart out.

One of the last and best photos for last. The backdrop on the stage just gives a great glowing effect.

And a view of the crowd, not as many in attendance as I would have expected.