Go down to your local library and look in the reference section for the Book of Majors. On page 1282 (of the 2009 edition) is a list of schools offering "student-designed majors," grouped by state. 4 pages worth. Sadly, does not appear to be available online, even at the collegeboard.com site.

If you have a specific state in mind, I might be willing to transcribe a short list into my next answer (I'm sitting in a library that has that book until 8pm tonight).... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 2:49 PM on October 6, 2008

I would also like to make the page static. That is, I want to prevent a user's browser settings (e.g. for font size) from effecting how my page displays.

Bad idea. You don't think anyone with visual problems (or anyone over 60) will ever try to access your site? You want them to be able to read it, right? Then they need to be able to increase the font size. Please do not specify everything in exact sizes - use percentages and ems/exs.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 2:35 PM on October 6, 2008

HTMLhelp has a good basic guide to CSS, including inlining. It looks like you may also be able to import a style sheet using a style tag in the body.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 3:53 PM on September 23, 2008

Are you trying to override for yourself, or for everyone viewing? Can you edit all of the HTML, or just portions inside the actual BODY tag? If you have access to the entire HTML file, you can easily add another style sheet of your own to be imported along with the others. As I said above, it looks like you can also import from within a STYLE tag, like so:
<STYLE TYPE="text/css">
<!--
@import url(http://www.htmlhelp.com/style.css)... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:42 AM on September 25, 2008

A lot of people zero out everything (* { margin: 0; padding: 0; }) to minimize browser differences. I do.

Can you change anything at all? Enough to know you're getting the syntax right? In your padding example, does making it !important work?

Remember, a more specific rule (or more !important) overrides a less specific one. ID is more specific than class is more specific than HTML element. Seriously, look at that cascading order link above - it... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:58 PM on September 30, 2008

Well, look at that! I came to pimp my own workaround(s), and natabat beat me to it. So I offer a slightly more convenient direct link (to the "Add Book to LT" search plugin).
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:57 PM on September 24, 2008

The Roaring 20: The First Cross-Country Air Race for Women
Ladies First: 40 Daring American Women Who Were Second to None
33 Things Every Girl Should Know About Women's History: From Suffragettes to Skirt Lengths to the E.R.A.
(numerical theme not intended)

And may I suggest a non-book? They might be interested in a showing of Iron Jawed Angels.

And you could probably find a lot by Googling 'teen "women's... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 9:57 AM on September 20, 2008

amicamentis: this article supports the generational hypothesis.

I'm normally a style-over-comfort kind of girl, but not when it comes to underwear. Wear whatever is most comfortable for you. Though, if it's briefs, staying away from white may decrease the "cultural dislike". The phrase "tightey-whities" is always derisive.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 6:30 PM on September 12, 2008

Set that timeslot of the news to record, so it'll bump the Jetsons to the next showing.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:35 PM on August 30, 2008 marked best answer

When I was having slumber parties, we provisioned ourselves with the four Cs:

crunchy
chewy
carbonated and
chocolate

This usually translated to chips, Skittles, Coke, and Hershey's Miniatures. Granted, that was high school and 3-5 girls - that much sugar might be a bad idea for your crowd.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:30 PM on August 30, 2008

At a certain point, you might want to start pointing out "Haven't we had this conversation before? Is it really necessary to ask me again? The answer is the same - I can't. I really don't need to explain myself to you at all, let alone more than once."
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 2:31 PM on August 27, 2008

Gotta agree with nasreddin - this is the "cheap, fast, good - pick two" problem. You're either going to need to lower your standards (a share instead of an apt), raise your costs, or increase your commuting time in order to find anything.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:12 PM on August 17, 2008

The problem with the feed that filters out all the items tagged "mac" (or any of the variants), is that it also eliminates stuff that is both Mac and Windows. Or any other OS. So you also have to subscribe separately to the feed for the tag you do want.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:02 PM on August 17, 2008

I don't think having to re-enter a password is that much of an inconvenience. That said, an actual solution to your problem: Caffeine.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:36 AM on August 9, 2008 marked best answer

The Society for Librarians* Who Say "Motherfucker"
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 10:52 AM on July 27, 2008

I read a whole book on real burglars, and the best advice therein was to throw them something to make them think they'd hit the jackpot - meaning they'd think that was it and leave.

Decide what NOT having your entire living space tossed/destroyed would be worth to you - leave the cash equivalent in a money clip near the front door/on your dresser, as if you forgot it. Depending on your neighborhood and what they might hope to get, this might be $100, or it might be $500.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:21 PM on July 21, 2008

I do think the tampon/other feminine products box was genius, as are the kitty litter suggestions (saw that used in a book once, but I can't remember where). Also - at the bottom of the kitchen trash can, under the bag (but only if there's trash in it).
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:47 PM on July 21, 2008

If you have a second AC unit, why not ask the landlord if you can put it in the apt below you until the new tenants arrive? Would be similar to, but more effective than that suggestion of a fan. Of course, this assumes there's electricity available in the apartment (could you temporarily run an outdoor extension cord?)
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:53 AM on July 14, 2008

Fiction: The First Immortal
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:10 PM on July 11, 2008

I was puzzled at first because I have Javascript on my Google site, but then I realized I have Google Pages, which are evidently distinct from Google Sites. Sorry.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 12:25 PM on July 8, 2008

Pickled eggs?
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:53 PM on July 3, 2008

Let me reiterate one point almost every one has skipped: do not do the one polite wearing. That will add to the impression that the gift is successful. Never wear any of them. By all means, ask for a gift receipt - if you can bring yourself to tell her they're "just not my style," rather than they don't fit, that seems more likely to stop the trend, rather than "doesn't fit" which might just make her try a different size.

Maybe try asking for real... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 2:57 PM on July 3, 2008

Not historical, but give The Wild Trees a try - I found it fascinating.

Also, if you don't mind more of a short story format: Museum: Behind the Scenes at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

I nth The Professor and the Madman - I was very disappointed to see several people beat me to the rec.

At the library, you might try the librarian on "narrative non-fiction.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:04 PM on June 30, 2008

As someone very sensitive to bitter tastes in anything, I have to respectfully disagree with everyone who says "take it black". I still cannot drink even good coffee black, even after 10 years.

Try lots of half-and-half. That cuts the bitterness even better than milk. Once you find a drinkable level, then start dialing it back to normal levels. Bonus: you won't be burning your tongue.

And yes, definitely the non-dark roasts, and a pinch of sugar.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:09 PM on June 22, 2008

Another librarian here:

We are not a free daycare service. Do not drop off your children and leave, or tell them to walk here after school and stay until you pick them up. Library does not necessarily equal "completely safe place". Pedophiles use the library too. And with 20+ unsupervised kids (other than me), I'm not going to notice if your kid goes off with a stranger. Also, if your kid misbehaves, I will throw them out for the day, and you might want them to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:02 AM on June 21, 2008

theichibun, as you acknowledge, most people cannot seem to talk quietly on their cell phones. And to be fair, the rules must apply to everyone. If I let someone talk quietly without saying something, you can bet that within 10 minutes, one of their neighbors at the computer will be shouting into their own cell phone and annoying everyone trying to concentrate within range.

Honestly, the worst part is actually the ringing of the phones, but once it's started, there's... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:40 PM on June 21, 2008

Stylish will allow you to make a style that applies to "all sites". You could do that, and then a separate style for Gmail.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 3:10 PM on June 8, 2008

New York Underground
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:50 AM on June 4, 2008

I was thinking "partial to" itself might be a southernism, but you have that one in your actual question. I don't seem to hear it that much around New York, though.

For the stupidity phrases, I'm partial to "dumb as a stump" for the internal rhyme.

My dad likes the full formal version of thanking: "I thank you" instead of just "Thank you."

I have a freind near Atlanta whose mother... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:18 PM on May 17, 2008

Thirding MediaMonkey. The only problem I have with it is inconsistent syncing of the star ratings, and that's not important to most people anyway. Works like a dream otherwise.

Tangent question: If anyone knows how to make that work for me, I'd really appreciate it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:45 PM on May 7, 2008

Seconding jenfullmoon's recommendation for the Liad series (especially Local Custom and Scout's Progress). Also, Bujold's new fantasy series, The Sharing Knife; and some of her later Miles books - try the omnibus Miles in Love.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 3:14 PM on April 27, 2008

I love Netvouz for bookmarks. Tags and folders, checks for duplicates and broken links.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 6:10 PM on February 2, 2008

Dick Francis' characters are often loners. You might want to start with To the Hilt, whose protagonist was particularly so.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 9:36 AM on November 12, 2007

Ostranenie, oh ye of little faith!

Of course, those are not jewelry-type rings that serve a dual functional/decorative purpose, but they are still finger mounted LED flashlights. The first time I saw something similar they were sold as a pack of 5 in assorted colors, and meant to be attached to fingers for attending a rave.

I bought them for my husband so he could still read addresses on mail (he's a mail carrier) towards the end of his shift in... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:48 PM on November 8, 2007 marked best answer

I'm surprised no one has yet mentioned the Periodic Table of Cleaning. Although it does not mention pillow replacement - only laundering/dry cleaning them every 6-12 months.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:15 PM on November 8, 2007

Soup. Any meal that's mostly water will fill you up with fewer calories. Cereal for breakfast, soup for lunch, soup for dinner. Lots of water between.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:50 AM on October 16, 2007

I really like the software from Red Chair Software, been using it since my original Creative Nomad. They have versions for Creative, Rio, iPod, and a couple other players. Very easy to use, good syncing options. There's a limited trial version you can test out.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 5:29 PM on September 19, 2007

My grandmother is referred to by all grandchildren as Moggie. Courtesy of oldest grandchild.

My father and siblings called their grandmother Ganie (gah-nee).
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:30 PM on September 14, 2007

I have concrete walls, and I second the 3M command strip hooks (and they have Velcro-like strips for up to 3lbs). The extra-large hooks are supposed to be good for up to 30lbs , and I'm using 2 for a mirror right now. It's been up for 8 months (2 is probably overkill, but better safe... right?).
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 3:27 PM on August 16, 2007

When I had a MySpace page (long deleted for link to real page), I used the html/css as provided here, which seems to just provide an opaque layer over the actual page, on which you can do whatever you want.

Maybe checking out what he's done could help?
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:38 PM on August 15, 2007

Hah. I just finished making my own text-link "Also on" list in my profile in the past week. I left the ones that aren't in the list.

And you should see the stack of badges (service-provided and self- created - including MeFi) on my page.
posted to MetaTalk by timepiece at 7:05 PM on August 9, 2007

I don't have del.icio.us, but I do have bookmarks on Netvouz - on every conceivable subject (because I'm a public librarian, and get asked questions on every topic imaginable, and some not).

Luckily, they're organized (both in folders and tagged), because I have >2400.
posted to MetaTalk by timepiece at 12:07 PM on August 1, 2007

nthing toolkit, sewing kit, basic medicines (I was the only one on my floor with these, and people asked for them all the time). Microwave popcorn and post-its also seem like good ones. And the laundry bag.

Also, I did much bonding with my floormates over playing poker - send a pack of cards. Possibly chips.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 11:20 AM on August 1, 2007

The essence of everything above is just to remember that unlike many other tourist attractions, the people around you are not tourists, and they are trying to get to work/get home/get errands done on their lunch hour, and please do not get in their way.

I used to work in the garment district, and often had to walk through Times Square, and the worst part of it (and everyone above who says to avoid it is correct) is that no one is trying to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 2:02 PM on July 27, 2007

Well, I'll share what worked when my room was truly out of control (i.e., when I was a teenager):

*invite a friend over, the kind you can chat to for hours. She doesn't have to help, just sit on the bed/chair and talk while you put stuff away. (though, in my case, she would clean while I talked, and then we would reverse in her room - I don't know why it was more fun to clean someone else's room)

*to second kidsleepy: first,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:34 PM on July 27, 2007

The Lazy Way to Success site and blog
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 7:04 PM on July 26, 2007

Hearing "woman" used as an adjective has always made me cringe at the speaker's ignorance of grammar.

Evidently, my use of "female" is making others cringe at the... clinicalness? But it sounds much better to my ears. I don't understand how "woman" became the norm -- it stands atrocious.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 10:17 AM on July 23, 2007

I'm not going to bother repeating anything above, but for your fantasy/sf list I wanted to recommend Jane Yolen, particularly the Pit Dragon trilogy and the Great Alta series (Sister Light, Sister Dark; White Jenna; The One-Armed Queen).

The Alta books are about an all-female warrior society, very empowering, and fascinating for the reader (not to mention the storytelling style, which mingles myth, fable, song, and "real story"). Very unusual, and fun.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 8:45 AM on June 21, 2007

I'll illustrate the other side: when I saw the list of people/current locations invited to my high school reunion, I would estimate more than 50% were no longer anywhere near our high school. In fact, saying 80% had moved away would not seem like a stretch.

However, I grew up in a VERY military area (2 Army bases, 1 Navy, 1 Air Force, Coast Guard training station), so most people did not have roots there. That would probably skew the results. I always tell people that no... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:49 PM on June 14, 2007

And I should have added: Media Mail rates.
posted to Ask Metafilter by timepiece at 1:36 PM on June 13, 2007