“So what do ya’ll do at that school anyway?”

Howdy folks (that’s going to be my new intro). I cannot express how many times this question has been asked to me- “So what do ya’ll do at that school (MSA) anyway?” Here’s the thing, for some reason MSA is not really talked about in Mississippi. So I have received  all types of questions when I told people that I got accepted. I would love to address the questions I have heard, and also the general thoughts of MSA.

#1 “Wow, you must be a great drawer!”

To that I answer: No, I am most certainly not. If anything I am just okay at it. In fact we have several disciplines to choose from: media, literary, theater, vocal, dancers, and yes, visuals. This allows for many people of many talents to come.

#2 “So is this a college/ do you guys just do arts?”

Okay, so this is just like public school, except that it is more like a boarding school. We have dorms that we stay in, or you could commute too (if you are within the mile radius). We have normal subjects, and art subjects as well. We also go to Brookhaven High if we need to. Overall, it is just like any 11th-12th year (besides the discipline part).

#3 “Oh, MSMS, you must be so smart!”

If you didn’t know (which you most likely do because everyone knows), MSMS stands for Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science. Okay, so that is not us. Although, you do have to have a 2.5 gpa to at least get in here. Personally, I don’t feel like a genius, and my math scores know I’m not a genius. So yeah, we work more with our right brain over here.

#4 “So, what do you guys do for fun?”

I actually like this question. Although, I can only talk from my friends and my own experiences. There are some pretty good thrift shops down here. At Yard Sale you can get good prices (I love you student discount), but The Honey Pot has to be my favorite. They play music from Elvis, sell local items, and have real vintage stuff. Occasionally, we will go to Fox’s Pizza to hang out, and eat (it’s kinda pricey though). The main thing we do is just socialize, watch Netflix, and visit each others dorms. There’s also tons of clubs, and events-so you’re never really bored.

#5 “So you’re gonna live with someone…in a dorm?”

Um, yes. The rooms can have three people max in them. It is usually just two people in a room. There are two bunk beds; one has a desk under it. Living with someone is not as scary as you think. You actually fill out a form of your preferences/ interests, and you will be paired up with someone who has commonalities. I find it nicer than living by myself.

Yes, these questions have been asked to me in real life. I’m sure there is many more questions that people have, but these are from my personal experience. I hope this answered your questions on MSA, and feel free to comment further questions that you may of heard. I think it is beneficial to ask questions to be further informed. Anyway, have a lovely week everyone 🙂

Author: Maple

Maple(hold the syrup) is a wild creature from beyond. He likes connecting with others, and having philosophical conversations, while also laughing a ton. He adores nature in general, and cannot breathe if he's not in it once a day. He dreams of owning a plant shop with a corgi, and a brewery on the side. He also wants to major in psychology, and, of course, write. View all posts by Maple