Frequently Asked Questions

Q: "El Table" isn't the correct way to say "the table" in Spanish. I don't get it.

A: El Table is an organization that wholeheartedly supports diversity and celebrates different cultures at Wellesley College. However, our name has no affiliation with any language other than English.

Q: Well then what does El Table mean?

A: El Table is a shortened form of "elevator table" because in its early days it was just a wee table by an elevator, not the proud establishment of the modern day.

Q: So I guess that means that it's not "El Taaaah-b-lay"...

A: Correct. The prononciation should be as in the letter L followed by tay-ble. Just like the piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface on which objects may be placed, and that can be used for such purposes as eating, writing, working, or playing games. (Special thanks to our friends at the Oxford American Dictionary for that sweet description.)

Q: Why should I go to El Table if I can just go to the dining hall in my pajamas?

A: El Table not only can make a mean sandwich, but it also is a cozy little place to meet friends for lunch, or to do some work with a cup of coffee in the afternoon. It is also a low-stress space to meet with an advisor outside of their office without having to go off-campus. Most of all, you get to be waited on by some of the loveliest people on the Wellesley College campus. What could be better than that?

Q: Can I use a department account at El Table?

A: El Table doesn't have a budget number, so you can't go that route, but you can always finagle a way to have a check sent to us.

Q: I use plastic exclusively for my purchases. Does El Table take cards?

A: Nope. We are such a small organization that we don't have a way to charge cards. We also cannot accept OneCards.

Q: What if I am deathly afraid of the ATM? Does that mean that I can't enjoy a grilled cheese sandwich with friends without being a shameless freeloader?

A: Not at all. You are always welcome to write an IOU in our book and pay for your delicious treats at the end of the semester or whenever your balance gets too high.

Q: I heard that the Hoop could take El Table in dodgeball.

A: This is beyond a misconception. It is a blatant lie spread by overzealous hoopies. El Table is staffed by a group of multi-talented ladies; we have several athletes and scholars, a few scholar-athletes, a few scheming masterminds, and at least one cold-blooded dodgeball killer. So don't listen to the rumors. Note to the Hoop: we're suing you for libel. Our lawyers will call your lawyers.

Created by: Anna K. Johns and Jen Feldman
Expires: 01 June 2008