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Today, STA mourns the loss of our beloved campus kitty, Critter. News reached Windmoor early this morning that Critter passed away late last night while trying to cross a busy street. Critter had been missing from campus for a few weeks, due to the arrival of a new campus feline and annoyance–a tubby, black cat named Lil’ Bits. Although many blame Lil’ Bits for disappearance and death, the Dart will take this time to honor a campus legend.
To our beloved Critter–
Thanks for wandering into Goppert Center that cool, October morning just three, short years ago. Thank you for continuing to come back and watch over us. Thanks for patroling the hallways of the M&A and dodging Security Bob just to protect us. Thanks for greeting us as we walked into the doors of Donnelly. Thanks for letting us grab you, pet you, and cuddle with you. Thanks for shimmying up trees, climbing down sewers, and sprawling out in the middle of the Quad during yard days. Thanks for the laughs; thanks for the memories.
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You truly are the embodiment of STA. What will our campus be like without you? We really can’t imagine. We’ll miss you every day, and you will never be forgotten. You are our pet, our friend, our brother–and forever you will stay in our hearts. You will never lose the title of ‘campus kitty.’Â We love you, Critter. Farewell.
A memorial service for Critter will take place tomorrow, Friday, October 28, at 7 a.m. in the Quad.
Comment below with your favorite Critter memories.
Colleen • Feb 3, 2011 at 9:15 pm
You could say the same thing about any human being that has a pet in their home.
Name • Feb 2, 2011 at 7:01 pm
How is having a live animal on campus all day at all sanitary?
Molly Meagher • Oct 29, 2010 at 12:02 am
I remember when Critter just started making his appearances on campus my freshman year. He would sneak into Goppert and into Bode’s office where he would sleep either on the dest or in the chair. At first we called him “Baby Bode”. Soon, he gained popularity and moved from Goppert to Donally. I will never forget stopping in the quad to pick him up or secretly let him in Donally even though I just saw an administration kick him out. You will never leave our hearts.
Forever and Always the Campus Cat – Critter <3
Mrs. Hansbrough • Oct 28, 2010 at 11:55 pm
Lil bit has just been trying to fit in among the royalty. Unlike Critter, Lil Bit has needed a good deal of loving care – most provided by our wonderful Ms. Hoecker to begin here at STA…Critter had a great life here at STA. And Lil Bit deserves the same. Actually, Lil Bit deserves a home. We are lucky to be in a place where teachers and staff, students and parents understand the necessity of having a cat in our home. Perhaps someone might like to adopt Lil Bit. She’s becoming quite sweet and is civilizing a bit.
Mollie • Oct 28, 2010 at 11:10 pm
I have to say, a short three years ago I would never considered myself a cat person. I honestly hated them until one day when one fuzzy, little ‘critter’ crawled into my life.
Critter made me appreciate the species of kitties. I owe that to him and will most definitely remain in my heart. When I step foot on that campus, I will always remember you.
Forever and always,
love Mollie
Betsy Tampke • Oct 28, 2010 at 10:32 pm
I have never been a cat person, too hard to read their emotions plus I am always a little suspicious they are animagous. But Critter was different. One time i was walking across the quad and i saw critter run up a tree, off a branch, and then jump onto another tree. It was awesome. Made my day, i love you critter.
and lil’ bits. I’m sorry you are so disliked. Stick it out, even though you may just be a meer shadow of the cat that came before you.
Nikki Rodriguez • Oct 28, 2010 at 9:33 pm
When I came to shadow as a 8th grader, I walked into Donnelly first thing in the morning, and saw Critter just hanging out in the hallway. At first, I was freaking out, thinking I had to get this cat out of the school! Then some senior scooped up Critter and carried him into a classroom. I had absolutely no idea what to think of STA. Hey, first impressions are everything! Thank you, Critter.
Rachel Birchmier • Oct 28, 2010 at 9:28 pm
I was taking a test over the summer and critter came in the room. When it was time to take the test the test person asked if I didn’t like cats and if I wanted her to take the cat away. I said no and critter layed by my feet the whole test 😀 Critter is why I passed. I love you RIP
lane • Oct 28, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Of all the things I love about STA, I must say that Critter is one of my favorites. I loved seeing Critter scurry in and out of classrooms, and curling up in Zahner Louge or in the Donnelly Office. We’ll miss you little buddy! Lil’ Bits is too ugly to ever replace you!
Emily • Oct 28, 2010 at 8:08 pm
One time I babysat for Claire Davis, younger sister of sophomore Mattie Davis. After she had gone to bed, I stayed up, sitting in a comfy chair and watching a movie. All of a sudden, I felt a warm, fuzzy body rub up against my leg. I looked down and saw none other than Critter, STA feline. I immediately scooped him up into my lap where he promptly curled up and got comfortable, where he remained until it was time for me to depart.
We love you always and forever, Critter.
No matter how many other cats come to St. Teresa’s, you will be our one and only Campus Kitty.
Kathleen • Oct 28, 2010 at 7:15 pm
I’ll miss you so much Critter. I loved when I could snuggle up in your fur when I was having a bad day and everything would be okay. You are the symbol of STA for me–loving, warm, adventurous, with weird cuts every once in awhile. I love you so much and you will stay in my heart forever.
Don’t worry; Critter’s Corner is going nowhere. No matter what Mr. Thomas and Morgan say.
TO TITUBA:
TAKE ALL FOUR OF YOUR BEDS AND LEAVE LEAVE LEAVE LEAVE!!!!!!
Kylie • Oct 28, 2010 at 6:18 pm
Every morning I would walk into advisory at 7 a.m. The halls would be empty, but I would hear Ms. Marquis, my advisor, calling “Criiitterr Critterr!” He would take his time waddling down the hall, eventually come into the room, and we would shut the door as quickly as possible.
R.I.P. Critter
Mira • Oct 28, 2010 at 5:03 pm
the summer before freshman year, the summer math kids where allowed to go outside for a break. As we exited the building everyone noticed a fury little creature roaming the quad. Everyone wanted to pet him, running over we probably scared the poor thing half to death. We where so excited to see him that most of us where late getting back to the class. When asked Mrs. Blessen told us the adorable ball of fuzz was critter, the honorary cat of sta. Critter made summer math class worth going to, and when freshman year started I already had a friend at sta.
you will be missed Critter, but never forgotten.
Hannah • Oct 28, 2010 at 4:50 pm
One time when I was bored in Chemistry class and looking out the window, I saw a tree branch break and fall to the ground. Then I see precious critter craw out from under the leaves. Poor baby. Always messin around in the trees.
This is all lil bits fault. Was the igloo not enough? Did you really have to kill the cat we actually love? YOU DONT EVEN GO HERE. NO ONE WANTS YOU. watch yo back
katie • Oct 28, 2010 at 4:10 pm
Critter once came into Ms. Hernon’s accelerated algebra I class freshman year during 1/2. All of us were more than half asleep, but we all started laughing when he just pranced into the room and jumped up on the window ledge. And just when I thought Ms. Hernon would get angry with us for disrupting class, she said, “He loves math.” I will never forget you, Critter. See you on the other side.
Kay Loo • Oct 28, 2010 at 4:02 pm
Critter bit me once and I didn’t mind. It was a love bite,I just know it was. This news brought tears to my eyes. Someone should make Cele Fryer pick up a new cat at the pound when she does Star Pet of the Week
P.S. this Lil’ Bits sounds like a complete poser and he should definitely be investigated. Justice must be served