I found it interesting how Chris started in plumbing, and eventually made his way here, on West. How he worked his way from apprentice, to plumber, then a student, and finally oversight. I really have respect for him in being able to go from only using the tools, to using his mind and putting his knowledge to work. Coming from a family with a history of skilled union workers, I found it interesting how Cornell has a contract with the unions. I didn’t realize that it is skilled workers who come it for repairs and fixes, rather than someone who can get the job done and a fraction of the price. The fact that Chris is able to hand pick those he wants shows the respect the others have for his as well.

What also caught my attention, was that Cornell took the easy way out on some of the main houses here on west, and didn’t exactly realize these buildings weren’t up to code. How it took a few years to eventually realize there were faults that needed to repaired right away, and that no one realized sooner.

Overall, I enjoyed this cafe and it made me think about what members of my family do and the connections I made during this one-hour period.