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A Final Word On Launch Day
015 years
Wow, it’s been an amazing day huh? There were hoarders, slides, and broken pianos. There was even the exclusive on the Hilton relocation! What will happen next!?!
Just know that in the days and weeks to come, I hope that the news and views presented here on Yes2Kwasi.com will strike up creative thinking on your part, whether its a post about a music video, or one about the conditions of many urban neighborhoods. Today, just relax, smile, and be observant of everything, especially a certain numerical tag 
ENJOY!
Kwasi
Report: Metro To Avoid Service Cuts With Slides
115 years
In an effort to stave off million in service cuts, Metro has decided to replace escalators headed in a downward direction with plastic slides.
This change will allow faster access to the train platforms, reduce escalator/shoelace incidents, and give youth an incentive to ride public transit.
Interactive Floor Plan for “This Too Shall Pass” Video
015 years
Remember the goodness that is “This Too Shall Pass“, from Ok Go? They have now released an interactive floor plan showing how they made the contraptions fit into what is called a Rube Goldberg machine. One quick (Kwick?) fact: there were over 1000 ping pong balls used in just one sequence! Crazy! While you’re there, check out the credits! I hope they were compensated handsomely!
On the Docket: Groundbreaking for Morgan State University’s New Architecture Building!
015 years
After YEARS of pleas, promises, and passion, Morgan State University will finally have a purpose-built structure for the School of Architecture + Planning! The building, officially called the Center for the Built Environment and Infrastructure Studies, will contain the architecture school, plus the Department of Civil Engineering and The National Transportation Center at MSU. Designed by The Freelon Group, a minority-led architecture firm, it will contain 34 Classrooms/Studios/Computer Labs, 100 Offices, 10 Group Study Rooms, Conference Rooms, Jury Rooms, 4 Labs, a Model Shop, Atrium spaces with skylights, Lounges, Green Roof, Loading/Service and 300 Parking spaces all while aiming for LEED Gold or Platinum! Groundbreaking is scheduled for Friday April 2nd @ 9am on the site, adjacent to the School of Engineering. See you there!
Looking For iPad News?
015 years
Well, you should check out sites that pay people to cover technology, such as Gizmodo and Engadget. For a user’s perspective, check out a podcast from The End Usr, a tech blog run by a good friend of mine, Chris Barnes. With all that info, the only question is if you plan to purchase one! Let me know in the comments!
Go Green March 6th!
015 years
Looking for ways to help the environment and save some bucks come bill time? Attend a special event this Saturday, March 6th, from 10am to 4pm, to learn about green technologies, energy audits, and more! Address: 6201 Blair Rd., Washington DC 20011. Details from Sobuka.com below:
Spring is coming up, are you ready to make some green changes in your life? Sobuka.com has the opportunity for you! Stop by this Saturday March 6th at the Eco-Green Living store and learn about going green. We have green remodeling and solar energy experts from eco-greenliving.com and kenergysolar.com to answer your questions. Also, you can sign up for green services to reduce your energy costs, help the environment, and increase the health & safety of your home. In addition you can trade in old appliances for energy efficient appliances. A portion of this event’s sales proceeds will go towards green conservation. Please RSVP below. See you March 6th!
Hello World!
415 years
by Kwasi
in Yes2Kwasi.com
Hello World! Welcome to the first post on Yes2Kwasi.com! Champagne for everyone who makes a comment by the end of the day! Otherwise, take a few moments to register (or just Connect using Facebook!), then stay tuned for many, many UPDATEs and other BIG things to come! Check the About page for details! The site will launch Thursday, April 1st! In the meantime, take a look at the links in the sidebar to get a sense of the topics this site will cover!
Enjoy!
Kwasi
