Explore Columbus

One of the downsides of being the Hall Director is that it is hard sometimes to get away from Siebert and campus to explore the Columbus area. Between meetings, being on call, programs and other commitments, it can be real tricky to try to steal away from campus for a little bit.

But that's why I love spring break. Without any students around, I get a little more free time since there are no meetings, judicial hearings and so on. So I decided to venture out of Siebert and headed down to German Village for dinner at Schmidt's Sausage Haus. Being a huge fan of sausage, I was eager to sample the fare at the restaurant. I was not disappointed. Once I got into the restaurant, I was seated at the bar since I was alone this evening. The bartender gave me the beverage list, which consisted of many local brews and imported German beers. The bartender then informed there was a special which would get me the famous Bahama Mama sausage, weiner schnitzel and two sides for about 12 bucks. That sounded good to me, so I ordered that with German potato salad and red cabbage as my two sides. I barely had to wait and my food was in front of me.

While I was eating, the live German band started playing. It was a great atmosphere. When my plate was clean, the bartender asked me if I wanted dessert. Schmidt's is famous for their half pound creme puffs, so how could I turn that down? As I ate the heavenly puff, the band (which consisted of accordion and tuba) starting playing the Simpsons theme song, then the Family Guy theme song, and finally, the Super Mario Bros. theme song. At this last song I had to call my brother, so I did, and he was enjoying the music as much as I was. After I hung up the phone, the band played one of the Tetris songs! I paid my bill, and left with a full stomach and big smile on my face.

I know it can be hard to explore Columbus when, like many of you, you don't have a car on campus. But I encourage you as the Spring quarter starts, to take advantage of the opportunities to explore what this area offers. Whether it is your home or your home away from home, I'm positive Columbus has something to appeal to every person! And if you want to experience Schmidt's, you can find them on the web at http://www.schmidthaus.com/index.html.