The "graffiti" Expression Wall - Part Deux

As you can see above, Delta Gamma is the first group to "advertise" on the expression wall with their upcoming event Anchor Splash.

I was mentioned in the Observer's September 22 edition about the wall expressing my skepticism to the idea. You see, I am more supportive of the original intent of the Spirit Rock. The idea was pushed forward during my last year at Case and a petition was submitted to Student Affairs with several hundred signatures. Of course, it was not until 2004 when a rock was finally located and installed outside the Silver Spartan.

The picture above is evidence suggesting that the installation of this "wall" was not fully discussed or planned out. The wall reaches 13 feet at its highest point, so a ladder would be needed. The ground at the base of the wall is not level, so a catwalk needs to be set up. Plus, there is space between the "expression" wall and Thwing so someone or something could be hidden behind it. The solution removing the bottom panels of the wall is only a short-term fix at best.

It is not a permanent fixture and it is certainly obvious that the wall is not fire-resistant and eventually, it will slowly degrade over time. Plus, when Thwing gets rebuilt, the wall will need to be taken down.

It would have been great to see the Spirit Rock located in the KSL Oval, but because there is a parking lot below ground, it cannot support the weight of the Rock.

The "wall" is just an unoriginal idea. I understand the intent of the idea, but can we just be a bit more creative? It's a billboard!