Although this particular member of the BYU ecosystem is rare enough to be on the endangered species list, he/she is much easier to point out. Owing mostly to the fact that the majority of BYU cougs have about as much melanin as the illuminated crosswalk man.
Even though these Ethnic Treasures are grossly outnumbered, they have figured out some way (possibly using an underground railroad?) for at least one to be within sight all over campus, reminding everyone else that there is a big world out there filled with people who can dance and don't play croquet.
Apart from throwing off the pre-integration aesthetic BYU's got going on and keeping the politically-correct status quo, they also have a knack for making their presence known in class. Sitting in the back (knowing everyone can see them no matter where they sit), most likely wearing the Y athletics warmups, they are generally quiet until they are able to turn a discussion (any discussion) into a speech about what it is like to not feel uncomfortable at ethnic restaurants.
It's true--in the JFSB courtyard alone, you're always guaranteed at least one Ethnic Treasure sighting. And I'm not just talking about the hot Indian statue.
ReplyDeleteokay this is hilarious. and making me realize all the hilariousness that i have been missing. i am excited for fall! by then we should be cool enough to study on the fourth floor of the library.
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