Simpsons!

So, on the Simpsons, on Sunday, the old alma mater got another big ol' shout out.

The first was in this episode where Mrs. Krabappel said:

"Some of you may discover a wonderful vocation you never even imagined. Others may find out that life isn't fair... [turning bitter] in spite of your Masters from Bryn Mawr, you might end up a glorified babysitter to a bunch of dead-eyed fourth-graders while your husband runs naked on a beach with your marriage counselor!!"

On Sunday night, we showed up again, but this time, with our cohorts in the Seven Sisters schools. Lisa was offered a scholarship to the Sister of her choice if she were to throw a Spelling Bee, and she dreamt of climbing to the top of an Acropolis-like mountain, where the Sisters tempted her.

Barnard offered her the chance to "be Columbia's girlfriend." At Radcliffe, Lisa could "meet Harvard men" and at Wellesley, "marry them." Mt. Holyoke offered her the chance to "party with" them, and Smith the chance to "play lacrosse." A hairy-armpitted Vassar lady offered Lisa the chance to "be non-conformist."

And finally (saving the best for last, of course), the Mawrtyr offered Lisa the chance to "explore" with her, as she kissed the Smithie.

All very funny, some stereotypes were more spot on than others, but it's always nice to see the ol' college mentioned on such a great show. I could definitely see Lisa as a Mawrtyr.

updated to add: you can view the clip from the Simpsons here

Posted by waking slow at February 18, 2003 10:27 AM