2008 Woodie Awards
Seniors Celebrate Being "Made In The 80's"
Shanna L. Rasmussen Staff Reporter
Issue date: 9/29/05 Section: News
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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.