When Physicists Joke

Usually, elevators have a little certificate which states that the device has been recently inspected and found safe. Not at Carleton. Oh, no. The inspection-certificate spot in the elevator in Olin Hall, home to the departments of psychology and physics, is occupied by this sign (full size), which demonstrates that undergrads should never have access to specialized vocabulary, advanced scientific concepts, or color printers.

The two bullet points:

  • Do not attempt to calculate space time.
  • Sir Isaac Newton may not be held responsible for failure of second law.

Olin Elevator Sign

One thought on “When Physicists Joke”

  1. And where are the psychology students through all of this? Maybe a label on the outside declaring the elevator a claustrophobia and acrophobia exposure therapy device?

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