Halloween Safety\/\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By Sullivan McGee<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With Halloween approaching, Hood Campus Safety encourages caution to both students and community members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For trick-or-treating, including the Safe Harvest in the Hood community, Chief of Security Thurmond Maynard suggests traveling in groups and to always check their candy to make sure that it has not been altered, opened or damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMake sure that if they see something, say something\u2013to dial 911 if they feel as though they\u2019re being followed or bothered,\u201d Maynard said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, Maynard advises students to be respectful when trick-or-treating in local neighborhoods. \u201cNot everybody celebrates Halloween\u2026you don\u2019t need to be banging on doors. Knock once or twice, after that you can move on to the next house,\u201d Maynard said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For Halloween parties, Maynard urges awareness around alcohol. Knowing where your drink is and where it came from are reliable ways to stay safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWhen in doubt, just don\u2019t partake in drinking alcohol and partying,\u201d Maynard said. \u201cWe want people to establish good, safe, healthy relationships and not end up making bad choices and decisions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Students can always contact Campus Safety or a trusted adult if they are bothered by anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maynard said that there shouldn\u2019t be any problems if students wear costumes to class on Halloween so long as they dress appropriately. Students are also allowed to decorate their dorm room doors if they respect those who don\u2019t celebrate Halloween.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, Maynard encouraged students to have fun, but treat the campus and the people on it with respect. \u201cThis is your house, this is your home\u2013Hood\u2019s campus,\u201d Maynard said. \u201cJust make sure you respect your house, respect your neighbors\u2026This is for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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