What’s in an AIM Name

By: Erica Johnson
Posted In: Opinion

Take a moment and check out your AIM buddy list.

Not a problem if you are like the majority of college students. You most likely have your computer on 24/7 and communicate mainly through Instant Messages or in slightly obvious or cryptic away messages. You might even be having an IM conversation right now.

Typically these AIM names involve some sort of combination of your name and numbers (either birth date, class year, age, or zip code). Maybe you’re really unique and have come up with something off the wall but perfectly suited to your personality. Chances are people won’t be able to recall those names once they step away from their computer.

Well, now you have a new reason for your addiction.

Understanding students IM obsessed world, the Student Government Association (SGA) has created a screen name to further promote communication between individuals and their elected representatives.

You can contact the group with the name: SRUSGA