As a literary society, we provide each other with a receptive medium for personal expression. Through discussions and presentations, we pursue our interests, ranging from art to politics, science to culture, and philosophy to music. Additionally, the house hosts a lecture series at which professors from MIT, Harvard, and other universities lead discussions amongst members and friends.

During the week, the laid-back atmosphere of our house invites us to take our work to the lounge, possibly to get help from each other, possibly to look for a distraction. Both can be found at any time.

Come during the weekends, our social calendar delivers regular cocktail hours, and plenty of unique parties, featuring the Moulin Rouge Masquerade, an Argile Night, and the huge Get In Bed party. Formals and cruises are to be expected, of course, but just as fun is the House Band Concert an evening of funny stories, bad jokes, and live rock.

We have a haven of red leather couches and tables on the second floor that become our studying Mecca during the year. If you have a question, shout it across the room, and someone will either shout back or come over to help you. The value of having upperclassmen to walk you through concepts and what classes to take is infinite.

You'll definitely find a lot of interest in music like the MIT Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Society, and people spontaneously coming together to make music together in the house; members are also into photography, ceramics, poetry, and whatever delights you. Many members are also heavily involved in the 50K competition. Drop by the house for a tour and to meet the members.

Academics

House GPA: 4.43/5.0

Commonly represented majors: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18.

Social

Get in bed party: Every spring the pool table gets dressed up, the Salsa, Techno and Hip-Hop starts playing as a huge group of people gather together to have a good time.

Retreats: Every fall and spring we welcome new house members by spending a weekend in the mountains of New Hampshire. We go hiking during the day, warm up in the hot tub when we get back to the cabin, and share stories and joke around at night.

Formals: Twice a year we all get decked out in pretty dresses, nice suits, or dazzling tuxes for dinner and dancing. We have a Winter Formal in December and Founder's Day Formal in April, where many of our alumni kick back with us to enjoy the smooth music of the live jazz band.

We also have an event called Eggnog, where we invite our professors over for delicious desserts, eggnog and conversation.

Athletics

Intramural: Volleyball, Ping Pong, Soccer, Hockey, Pool.

Varsity: Soccer, Ping Pong, Tennis, Swimming, Crew.

Community Service

We organize an annual Dating Auction. Last year we collected $2500 for Operation Smile Jordan and Unicef Tsunami Relief Sri Lanka.