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A recent wave of unexplained occurrences in Drew University’s Hall of Sciences has left students and professors both terrified and intrigued. Reports of objects moving on their own, strange noises, and even the occasional paranormal apparition had many convinced that an evil poltergeist was haunting the building. However, a shocking revelation has put an end to the supernatural speculation.
It seems the culprit behind the ghostly activity was not a malevolent entity from beyond the grave, but rather a mischievous spirit from Drew’s own history: a Hoyt ghost, summoned inadvertently by a desperate student seeking academic assistance.
According to sources, a student in the Statistics department, facing a particularly challenging exam, decided to try their luck with a Ouija board. Hoping to summon a helpful spirit, they accidentally tapped into the spectral realm of Hoyt Hall’s infamous fourth floor, home to many prominent Drew spirits.
The demon that the student summoned, a somewhat disgruntled former super-senior named Ediugyduts the Studious, was more than willing to lend a helping hand. However, his idea of assistance involved more than just offering tutoring – he apparently decided to have a bit of fun by causing a series of ghostly pranks that would keep the Hall of Sciences in a perpetual Kafka-esque state of chaos (including turning the rotunda into a giant hamster wheel at random), distracting faculty and staff from the student’s impending exam.
The student, initially terrified by the unintended consequences of their actions, eventually confessed to the dean, who was both shocked and amused by the bizarre tale. The ghost has since been laid to rest, and the Hall of Sciences has returned to its normal — albeit slightly more haunted — state.
The dean has announced plans to install a brand-new Facilities hotline in the Hall of Sciences named Ghost Busters, where students can report any suspicious activity without fear of judgment. The actors behind the actual Ghostbusters show have announced intention to sue for copyright infringement, which apparently left Administration unfazed — “we’re not scared of those old farts; we can just tell the ghosts to turn ‘em into acorns!” proclaimed a spokesperson, apparently unaware of both the spirit behind him blowing a loud raspberry and of the fact that that is not how haunting works.
While the incident may seem like a humorous anecdote, it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of dabbling in the occult, even with the best of intentions. The dean has assured us that the incident is being handled with care and deathly silence.