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Stop Screwin' Around. You Guys Screw Around Too Much

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Tomorrow, the law students association at Boston College Law School will host its annual Boston Harbor boat cruise. Most law schools in the greater Boston area do some version of this. I’ve been on many, though I remember none.
But I guess it’s exactly that kind of drunk boat behavior that the BC cruise team are sick of. A tipster sent along sternly worded email in advance of tomorrow night’s festivities:

Unfortunately, over the past several years, we have had some troubling incidents on the boat cruise that have marred this event. These incidents were all caused by excessive alcohol consumption.

Is there any point to being on a boat in the middle of Boston Harbor unless you intend to consume alcohol excessively? It’s not like you can fish, swim, or gamble. What else are you supposed to do?
The email goes on to list specific incidents that have “marred” the boat cruise in the past:

One year, a law student was detained and arrested by the State Police while trying to board the boat while intoxicated. A few years ago, the boat was forced to return to port shortly after leaving dock because of a seriously intoxicated student on the cruise. Last year, there was a fight between two law students and one sustained a serious, and possibly permanent, injury.

As our tipster aptly put it, “I’m still trying to figure out if this was meant as a warning or an advertisement.”
Tickets are still available!
The full email is reprinted after the jump.

Dear Students:
The following message is sent on behalf of the LSA and the Dean for Students, Norah Wylie.
This Friday evening the LSA will be sponsoring its annual Boat Cruise. This is a wonderful opportunity for those who are new to the Boston area, or those who are from this area but have never taken a cruise to see historic Boston Harbor and the beautiful downtown skyline from the water.
Unfortunately, over the past several years, we have had some troubling incidents on the boat cruise that have marred this event. These incidents were all caused by excessive alcohol consumption. One year, a law student was detained and arrested by the State Police while trying to board the boat while intoxicated. A few years ago, the boat was forced to return to port shortly after leaving dock because of a seriously intoxicated student on the cruise. Last year, there was a fight between two law students and one sustained a serious, and possibly permanent, injury. Finally, Dean O’Dair from the Main Campus reported to Dean Wylie last year that the some members of the Graduate Students Association had real reservations about co-hosting with the Law School in the future because of the drunken behavior of many law students.
The Boat Cruise is meant to be an opportunity for students to relax on a Friday evening and enjoy each other’s company. Let’s try to make this year’s cruise a trouble free, enjoyable experience for everyone. Without sounding like a beer commercial, if you choose to drink, please do so responsibly and remember that irresponsible behavior will reflect poorly on the Law School’s reputation and spoil your classmates’ evening.
Please also note:
– Tickets are selling quickly. If you haven’t already done so, we urge you to buy your tickets TODAY. They will be on sale in the cafeteria from 11 am to 2 pm. $25 includes two drink tickets and appetizers. We need to give the boat a head count tonight, and we may sell out, so PLEASE buy as soon as you can! We accept cash and checks (made payable to BC LSA).
– This event is 21+ only. Please remember to bring your BC ID and another photo ID (such as a Driver’s license) to the ship. If you do not have one, you will not be able to board.
– Remember to arrive at the boat NO LATER THAN 8 PM. When we leave the dock, you’re out of luck.
– Please DO NOT DRIVE to the dock. We encourage you to take public transportation or share cabs.
By Subway: Silver Line — Take the Subway to South Station and transfer to the Silver Line — Waterfront Bus SL1 or SL 2.
By Cab: The pier is located at the World Trade Center on Seaport Blvd.
Thank you and we can’t wait to see you on the boat!

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