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“Hedwig’s Theme” from Harry Potter played on the university carillon
print(“TGIF”)@northerniowahttps://t.co/UrPWnZavbG pic.twitter.com/tuZD07OOFn

— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) November 4, 2022

“Post the one about how you ‘made it to Friday’ again” pic.twitter.com/Yx39SIIovt

— ol’ stocky ⛳️ (@oldstocky) November 21, 2025

Inside Higher Ed: No-Class Friday is a Massive Waste of Resources

“Rare Old Stingo” 1910 | Thomas Benjamin Kennington (1856-1916),
Stingo is a type of strong ale originating in the north of England, usually paired with game meats, beef or strong flavour food
TGIFhttps://t.co/KXX0HYoacj pic.twitter.com/Qg1tHIPoRY

— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) March 23, 2024

“Last Friday Night” (Kay Perry lipdub)#TGIF
Högskolan Väst | Trollhättan Swedenhttps://t.co/RiD49gZadUhttps://t.co/ZIzEoYebOj pic.twitter.com/lcoxgbOL8k

— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) November 8, 2025

University of Wisconsin

Overview of transportation standards relevant to large research university campuses — from micro-mobility to parking.

Transport & Parking

— Massimo (@Rainmaker1973) February 12, 2024

American Standard

Burt Bacharach’s A House Is Not a Home, composed in 1964 with lyrics by Hal David, is an American standard due to its timeless melody, emotional depth, and widespread influence. First recorded by Dionne Warwick, its lush orchestration and sophisticated chord progressions exemplify Bacharach’s signature style, blending pop, jazz, and soul. The song’s poignant lyrics about love and loss resonate universally, elevating it beyond its era. Its versatility is evident in covers by artists like Luther Vandross and Barbra Streisand, cementing its place in the Great American Songbook.

The song’s enduring presence in film, television, and live performances underscores its cultural significance. Bacharach’s innovative composition, paired with David’s heartfelt storytelling, creates a piece that transcends generations, embodying the emotional and musical qualities of a standard. Its lasting impact and universal appeal solidify A House Is Not a Home as an American classic.

Born Delloreese Patricia Early in Detroit’s Black Bottom neighborhood on July 6, 1931, Della Reese grew up in a working-class family with a steelworker father and cook mother. She began singing gospel in church at age six, honing her blues-jazz style amid economic hardship. After her mother’s 1949 death, she dropped out of Wayne State University to support her ailing father, taking odd jobs like truck driving before leaving home over family discord. Performing in local clubs, she shortened her name and toured with Mahalia Jackson as a teen, launching her career.

By the 1960s, signed to RCA Victor after Jubilee success, Reese transitioned to pop standards. She recorded Burt Bacharach’s “A House Is Not a Home” on her 1967 ABC album On Strings of Blue, infusing it with soulful depth; conveying a sense that she has a deep understanding of heartbreak.