Last Sunday night I was driving home with two fellow sophomores, Eddie Diazmunoz and Gabe Smith.

Since we were in Eddie's car we were listening to his iPod, which meant we were listening to his music, which meant I was doing a lot whining.

Why? Because Eddie likes punk and hardcore music, while I like mostly indie rock.

I hate missing school. I just end up making up homework, missing important tests, and being completely confused when I return without the most recent notes.

Actually, the annoying part of missing school, specifically at Uni, starts at least two weeks before a vacation or any other anticipated absence because we have to:

• Step One: Print out an anticipated absence form.