Seniors gathered at the Outpost Pub to celebrate the fact that they were made in the 80's.

The first pub night of the year had about 300 attendees, some of whom dressed in 80's garb.

The Outpost Pub, held in Flik, was practically packed last Wednesday, September 21. The pub opened at 10:10 p.m. for students over the age of 21. The line to get into the pub stretched to about 150 feet.

"When they get into this gathering, they get to know people they didn't know before," said Al Fernandez, a Public Safety Officer at SHU for the past 20 years.

The atmosphere in the pub seemed conducive to meeting new people. Colored lights shined on the dance floor, 80's music blared, and students walked around to different groups of people introducing themselves and making conversation.

Only about 20 students dressed up in 80's attire. Students who did dress from the 80's were given free admission to the pub. Other students paid $2.

"I had this 80's-style jumpsuit laying around at home. I thought for the first pub night I would go all out," said Ashley Newton, senior, Cresskill, N.J.

Most of the students seemed to be having a ball even though everyone wasn't equipped with 80's attire. Five students expressed that they were afraid they would be the only ones dressed up, so they didn't bother.

"Next time I'll be here dressed up, for whatever theme," said Tony Alaimo, senior, Biddeford, ME, a student dressed in casual cloths.

The pub served a variety of alcoholic beverages including wine coolers, beer, and other drinks, but no hard alcohol.

A bar was set up inside as well as outside. Students moved from Flik to the outside patio that was fenced off and guarded by Public Safety. This kept non-paying students and students under 21 out of the pub.

"I think it should be a full campus party. It's very fun; a great time," said Tony Alaimo.

Other students expressed similar concern.

"My friends who aren't 21 can't get in. I feel bad," said Nicole Moudis, a senior from Manhasset, N.Y.

Drinks ranged in price from one dollar to three dollars. These prices are inexpensive when compared to the average prices of many local bars and clubs.

"The prices are good. You would think it would be expensive, but it's cheap," said Caitlin Dour, senior, Levittown, N.Y.

In the Outpost Pub, students are required to pay in cash.

"I think you should be allowed to use your Flik card," said Jess Honan, senior, Brooklyn, N.Y.

By 11:30 p.m., the patio was almost full. The tables were crowded and most of the students stood along side.

"They made it better outside. You get a chance to mingle and meet a lot of seniors you never knew.", said Nicole Moudis.

Students seemed to think that the 80's pub night was a great social event.

Even if students were not dressed up for the first themed pub night of the year, there were smiles on almost all of the faces.

"I love the 80's," said Inara Coleman, senior, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., "I enjoy the fact that it's all the seniors I never knew. It's a way to know people for years to come."

Throughout the entire night students mingled on the patio and in Flik. About 20 students danced to 80's music on the dance floor including "Footloose", "Video Killed the Radio Star", and "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of These)", while five students danced on chairs.

Not all pub nights are themed so if you are planning on attending check for email advertisements and posters outside of Flik first.

Students must be sure to bring two forms of ID including a driver's license/state ID and their SHU ID card.

Shuttle service is provided to all SHU campus housing. If you do not live in SHU housing and you are driving home, or being driven, be sure not to drink and drive. Keep in mind that it's dangerous to get in a car with someone who has been drinking. Only you can keep pub night fun and safe.