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foot soldier

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There have sometimes been references on these threads to one or more persons who are writing a book about the "mess" at USM. I'd like know if these rumors are true. I don't need names, just information. Thanks in advance for any resonses.

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Robert Campbell

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foot soldier,

I've heard of one book project that appears to be moving along.

Robert Campbell



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Let Freedom Ring

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SO GLAD to hear this news Robert!  For many of us it will be a page turner......and I for one can't wait.  Of course the last chapter has to play out first-----the one where Shelby gets his walking papers!


No Quarter!



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Allen Luddite

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Originally posted by: foot soldier
"There have sometimes been references on these threads to one or more persons who are writing a book about the "mess" at USM. I'd like know if these rumors are true. I don't need names, just information. Thanks in advance for any resonses."


I am working on a book deal--a memoir--but I am having trouble with the title.

I can't seem to finish it.

At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ."

I would appreciate constructive feedback that might help me with my writer's block.


Allen

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fallen eagle

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" I am working on a book deal--a memoir--but I am having trouble with the title. I can't seem to finish it. At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ." I would appreciate constructive feedback that might help me with my writer's block. Allen"

This reminds me of my undergraduate days, when fraternities and sororities would 'decorate' their houses for Homecoming Week.  The university was going to a post-season bowl, whereas the traditional rival was having a difficult football season, so the Phi Gamma Deltas turned the front of their fraternity into a large 'porcelain throne' labelled "<college name> is also bowl-bound."


 



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Best Cellar

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"At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ."

I know you expected someone to suggest that the title of your book should be "From College Bowl to Toilet Bowl. But that title is too mundane and overused. I suggest that you call the book "From College Bowl to College Bozo."


 


 



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Best Cellar

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" I know you expected someone to suggest that the title of your book should be "From College Bowl to Toilet Bowl. But that title is too mundane and overused. I suggest that you call the book "From College Bowl to College Bozo."    "
The title I suggested refers to the 4th tier status. It does not refer to football (we've got a great coach and a great team!)

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educator

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From College Bowl to Bowling at Scholars

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Nom Nymph

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"From College Bowl to Bowling at Scholars"
educator, with the right Nom you could have won this week's d'APlomb with this one!

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Most Venerable

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Originally posted by: Allen Luddite
" I am working on a book deal--a memoir--but I am having trouble with the title. I can't seem to finish it. At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ." I would appreciate constructive feedback that might help me with my writer's block. Allen"
From College Bowl to Boll Weavil:  Academia Just Lookin' for a Home

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Kenbot did WOT????

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From College Bowl to Job Control

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Googler

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Originally posted by: Allen Luddite
" I am working on a book deal--a memoir--but I am having trouble with the title. I can't seem to finish it. At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ." I would appreciate constructive feedback that might help me with my writer's block. Allen"
"From College Bowl to Bowling for Bidness in the Name of Economic Development"

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Daytime TV Games

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From "College Bowl" to "Jeapordy" (USM's channel was changed by fingersnapping click of the remote control)

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We can run but we can't hide from view

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From a College Bowl to a Fish Bowl



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already gone

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"The title I suggested refers to the 4th tier status. It does not refer to football (we've got a great coach and a great team!)"

While I don't doubt the support of 'Best Cellar' for Jeff Bower and the team, it's worth pointing out that the "College Bowl" WAS a televised 'competition of the minds' from the 50s and 60s, which featured 5-person teams of college students in a "Trivial Knowledge" competition.  In these 'run for your lives' times, it might be nice to think that USM would still have bright students and be eligible for a new "College Bowl," but there's always football . . .


 



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Music Patron

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From College Bowl to Bowling for $'s

or

From College Bowl to College (in the) Hole

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Austin Eagle

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Originally posted by: Allen Luddite
" I am working on a book deal--a memoir--but I am having trouble with the title. I can't seem to finish it. At the moment, my working title is: "From College Bowl to. . ." I would appreciate constructive feedback that might help me with my writer's block. Allen"

        USM:  From College Bowl to Mind Control ??


        AE



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Dr. Joseph Goebbels

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"         USM:  From College Bowl to Mind Control ??         AE "

Dear Mr. Eagle,


I am sorry to inform you that the title you suggest, "USM: From College Bowl to Mind Control," is the working title of my own work in progress, which I am co-authoring with my associate, Ms. Lisa Mader.  Please select an alternative title and subject matter.  Thank you for your understanding.


Yours truly,


Joseph Goebbels, Ph.D.


USM Minister of Truth



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Invictus

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"I am sorry to inform you that the title you suggest, "USM: From College Bowl to Mind Control," is the working title of my own work in progress, which I am co-authoring with my associate, Ms. Lisa Mader.  Please select an alternative title and subject matter.  Thank you for your understanding."


Sorry, Dr. Joe, but I think AE gets to claim "prior art" on this one, since he posted it to the board first.

Might I suggest an alternative: From College Bowl to Selling Souls...

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foot soldier

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(I am secretly hoping that Dr. Joseph Goebbels is none other than Judge Thomas Cooley, who has gone undercover for many months. But if this is the case, don't anybody blow his cover . . . )

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Austin Eagle

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" Sorry, Dr. Joe, but I think AE gets to claim "prior art" on this one, since he posted it to the board first. Might I suggest an alternative: From College Bowl to Selling Souls..."

Invictus,


Thanks for defending me. While I believe you're absolutely correct on the "prior art" claim,  I must confess that I am loathe to run afoul of Dr. Goebbels and Ms. Mader, for their tentacles are far-reaching and the prospect of reprisal looms large. So, after giving considerable thought to the unstated primary mission of USM (Economic Development), and the quest to convert the university to a cash cow,  I submit for consideration yet another title:


                                            "For Whom the Bowl Tolls"


AE 



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For Whom the Bell Trolls

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In that case, I want a footnote...

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Austin Eagle

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"In that case, I want a footnote..."

Oops.  Did I steal your idea? A thousand pardons.  I thought I'd reviewed all the other suggested book titles, but must have overlooked yours.  In the event "For Whom the Bowl Tolls" is ultimately selected by Mr. Luddite,  I hereby cede credit for the idea and assign all title royalties to you....


AE 



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Invictus

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"For Whom the Bowl Trolls" sounds like what happens when the regular season ends & the postseason outfits start looking for teams...

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Dick Tracy

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My sources tell me that the person writing "the book" is none other than Monte Piliawsky, the author of "Exit 13." He is currently a faculty member at Wayne State University.

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Dr. MaderMath Revisited

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I thought that the new book was going to have the title Exit 65 as originally proposed by my mentor and friend Phoenix.


 



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