The Year of the Pirate

The Year of the Pirate was without a doubt much more interesting and entertaining than many of the scheduled events we were required to attend during Orientation Week. Having actual Southwestern students put together a show that is humorous yet educational is definitely much more interesting than attending required presentations put together by school representatives where well-known facts are presented or humor is strenuously constructed. However, despite the humor, some of the suggestions to follow in order to succeed at Southwestern seemed redundant just like the popular phrase “Say No to Drugs.” I do realize, though, that many times constant repetition of what to avoid is necessary, especially when we humans are so prone to avoid well-known advice and later end up suffering the consequences. The play also seemed to point out that partying and the activities revolving around it are given more time than academics, which don’t seem all that accurate in reality. Overall, the play succeeded in maintaining us engaged through the entire hour and nicely summed up the most important points to keep us safe at Southwestern.

My experience at Southwestern so far in relation to The Year of the Pirate has been very positive. I have had to stay up late in order to complete some assignments but I certainly did not have to recur to unprescribed medication. I am also hoping I don’t have to ask for an extension on an assignment any time soon or throughout my four years at Southwestern. Finally, the Commons food, if it hasn’t already, will certainly get boring and will require variety in one way or another.