Student Fails To 'Watch' Another Student's Stuff

          We have all asked another student, "Hey, can you watch my stuff for a sec...?" This common anti-theft courtesy is employed for both peace of mind and a sense that, hey, this great person will make sure all of your "stuff" is not stolen. Normally all goes well, and you return from pooping, a cigarette break, mid-day hookup, etc.
          But what happens when the watcher is called into action? Will they rise to the task? Will they defend your "stuff"?! The answer is usually NO. Most students will avoid confrontation at all costs, and will likely not stop a perpetrator from assaulting your "stuff".
          This theory was confirmed on Friday when a student's Mac Book Pro was shot three times by an assault rifle in front of its 'watcher'. When the student returned, she was horrified to find that her stuff was ruined. The 'watcher' offered her laptop (not a Mac), but was turned down. Security asked to be involved, but the students preferred the handle the situation themselves. They are now working out a monthly payment plan for the damaged laptop.