Tips os a Safe HallOUween

Arielle J. Patterson

 

Athens in the fall: the weather is cooler, the leaves are changing and Halloween is approaching.

 

Ohio University is known for throwing a Halloween Block Party that fills up Court St. with bands and tons of people. Guests come from out-of-town just for this infamous party. If you are new to OU, then you are probably not prepared for the events of October 26. Here are some tips on how to guarantee a fun and safe HallOUween.

 

1.    Registering Guests- If you live in the dorms then you must register your guests. This is something that Res Life is very strict about. They must have your guests name and information before they can even set foot in your dorm. There is a $25 fee to have a guest and it must be approved your roommate(s).

2.    Wristbands- This is another rule for anyone living in the dorms. You and all guests will receive a wristband that must be worn all weekend. You have to show your wristband to go in and out of dorms across campus.

3.    Costumes- No one is allowed to wear a costume that impersonates a law enforcement officer. Sorry ladies, that means the “sexy cop” is out of the question. Also, you cannot carry any props that look like weapons.

4.    Set a meeting point- With all of the people that will be in Athens, cell service will be practically non-existent. Set a meeting spot with your friends so that if anyone does get separated you will be able to find each other again.

5.    Drinking- Do not think that you are sneaky this weekend. Yes, you may be able to slide your way into a bar any other weekend but beware because you will be watched. Not only does the city have more cops out this night more than any other but also liquor patrol will be at bars and watching for underage drinkers. If you are caught you will receive an underage citation. If you are carrying a fake ID it will be much worse than normal so just put it away for this weekend.

Now obviously the same “weekend rules” apply, such as: do not go off alone with strangers, do not drink too much, do not carry an open container, etc. This weekend is an especially important one though. Your HallOUween experience is based entirely on how you act. If you follow these tips, I guarantee that you will be able to enjoy your time worry free.