Uni

Saturday we went to the castle. It was not exactly what I was expecting but still really cool. You would expect to walk in and everything look similar on the inside as it does outside, but they have converted the interiors into informative exhibits on various topics. I didn't take many pictures, and the things I would have liked to photograph, ie the Scottish crown jewels. I wasn't allowed to. We did get to see the 1 o'clock gun which is fired everyday but Sunday. The purpose was originally to announce the time for ships to come into the harbor. They chose to do it at 1 instead of 12 because the Scottish are frugal, and it is cheaper to fire only 1 shot.

Yesterday, I watched my first rugby match. The 6 Nations tourney started on Saturday. The nations that take part are Scotland, England, Wales, Ireland, France, and Italy. The match we watch was Scotland v Wales. I am hoping to get Scotland v Italy tickets which will be played Feb 28.

Today was the first day of uni. I will only be taking 3 classes while I am here, this is considered to be a full load. My schedule is as follows: Monday 3-6, Wed 1-3, Thurs 11-1. I know what you're thinking. Is she serious? And my answer is yes. Today's class was Environment, Politics, and Society. I felt right at home. The professor is just as spacey and eccentric as those I've come to know and love at App. We only have 2 assessments, an essay due in 6 weeks and a "seen" exam. This means I get to see the exam before actually having to take it.
Wednesday I will have Scottish Culture and Society and Thursday I will have Political Communication.