Be safe over Halloween weekend

With Halloween weekend at our doorstep (trick-or-treat?), it is important to review a few safety guidelines.

At our ages, we no longer need our parents to check our candy bags or to tape reflectors to our costumes; responsibility is now in our hands. As college students, it is going to take more than a flashlight to keep us out of harm’s way. The best safeguard against seasonal dangers is common sense. However, some rules still apply: stay in groups, do not consume in excess anything that could potentially make you sick and, as always, don’t talk to strangers.

With the end of Alcohol Awareness Week marking the beginning of Halloween weekend, it is crucial to remember the dangers of drinking and driving. No matter what your plans are, be conscious of whom you are getting in the car with, as well as other drivers on the road who may be intoxicated. Sober drivers and cabs are an easy and simple solution to avoid accidents.

While Halloween is definitely a time for great fun, it’s important that students prioritize their safety and well-being over the craziness and excitement of this annual tradition.