As mid-term season comes into full swing, students are anxiously lining up for a seat in the holy of holies of the most sacred building on BYU campus- the testing center.

With so many students taking scheduled tests at the same time, the line has been seen stretching all the way down Provo Canyon.

“I knew that getting into the testing center was at least a three day trek, so I made sure to bring my thermal sleeping bag, fire starter, and plenty of rations,” said Gabbeigh Snow, who opened her study guide for the first time in line and got a 96.7% on her calc exam.

Gabbeigh explained how she “felt blessed to have access to such provisions” to help her survive the dropping night temperatures and scarcity of food and water during her journey. She understands that not everyone is as privileged. Just this morning, the elements took the young life of Andy Adams, a student who stood in a three-day-long line to take the second of his eight chemistry mid-terms.

“According to the autopsy, looks like Andy got in line around 8:39 am Monday morning. He gave up the ghost Wednesday morning at 6:17 am due to pneumonia, starvation, and dysentery. His scrawny freshman body wasn’t prepared for the harsh reality of BYU testing center lines,” said Dr. Morguen, a guy who even with hundreds of choices, chose the career of checking out dead bodies.

While Andy’s grieving family objected to the idea of this article and declined to comment, his chemistry professor shared his condolences.

“I’m giving Andy an A on this chemistry mid-term. A for the angel who got his wings today,” said Dr. Castle.

“Andy’s grade ruined the curve for the entire class. We’re screwed,” said Brock Stevens, who did not know Andy and now never will.

A candlelight vigil will be held for Andy Friday night at 7:00 pm outside the testing center.