Biochem Final

Going through the airport you have to put your bag through a security scanner and remove whatever is in your pockets.  Shoes, belts, and watches stay on, liquid is permitted, AND NO ID OR TICKET IS REQUIRED.  Its like the 1960s (I'm assuming).

Going to my exam.  Everything must be emptied from your pockets and put into a clear plastic bag, hats may not be worn, all liquids have to be stored in clear plastic bottles with the labels removed, calculators may not have a cover, and phones must be turned off (or automatic failure).  Photo ID is checked at the door and your assigned desk (one of 600 or so in the test taking building).  There is security at the street crossing to the building, entrance to the building, and door to the gymnasium.  Once at your seat, one of maybe 50 old people (test proctors apparently) stroll down your row and inspect your belongings and make sure nothing is in your pockets.  This continues throughout the test, and is especially pleasant when they check your ID for the 5th time along with both sides of your calculator, ruler, and all your pencils while you are mid-question.  You may not go to the bathroom until 20 minutes after exam commencement, however the privilege is revoked 30 minutes before the exam finishes.  To go to the bathroom you must raise your hand and signal one of the proctors.  They come and wait by your dest as you file out of the row and down the middle aisle.  The bathroom is occupied by security.  They make sure you do not spell any letters out with your urine to signal to anyone (ok not really but close).  There is a clock at the beginning of every row.  You may not leave within 10 minutes of the end of the exam.

Lesson learned:  If you want to get strip searched, take a test at a uni.  If you are looking for a place to go hang out, maybe for some shopping or to check out some terminals for fun, go to the airport.

What a wonderful way to end my experience at the University of Wollongong.  Thanks for the stress relief guys.  I was laughing my ass off the whole time.