Safe GBD and Spring Break

March 15, 2017 | No Comments

“At the end of the day your life, your friend’s life is priceless. There is no price on a life”-Maggie Reilly, Student Body President

Spring Break is just around the corner, but before Spring Break is Green Beer Day (GBD). GBD, though not condoned by the university, is an event that has been around Oxford for decades and always takes place the Thursday before Spring Break. Though not all students participate in GBD or Spring Break festivities, for those that do, it is important to practice safe, responsible behavior and recognize unsafe situations because sometimes fun with your friends can turn to not fun to even dangerous. Below are tips on how to responsibly enjoy Green Beer Day and Spring Break activities.

 Key points from the Green Beer Day Forum:

  • It is so important to take care of one another, especially on GBD.
  • Know about the “Good Samaritan Policy”. Call for help if it is needed. Though it may be a tough call to make, it is always a good decision.
  • Know the “Good Neighbor Policy“- Aimed at reducing the negative impact of highly visible house parties in Oxford.
    • After the 3rd citation, students will be sent to OESCR.
  • All chapters must abide by the rule that there should be no hard liquor present at any functions.
  • There will be zero tolerance on GBD, many more officers will be working on this day, even walking dorms.
  • If there is excessive noise (music), the Oxford PD will come.
  • Put trashcans around the property to place containers. Those placed on the ground can count as probable cause.

General Safety reminders/tips for both GBD and Spring Break

The following information provided by the HAWKS Peer Health Educators, plus more, can be found at on the Student Wellness web page.

If you choose to drink

  • Know that it is illegal to consume, provide, or possess alcohol under the age of 21
  • Eat before and during drinking
  • Alternate alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Create a buddy system
  • Count your number of your drinks
  • Set a limit to your drinks

Know how much is in your drink?

One standard drink equals:

  • 12 fl oz of regular beer (5% alcohol)
  • 8-9 fl oz of malt liquor (7% alcohol)
  • 5 fl oz of table wine (12% alcohol)
  • 1.5 fl oz shot of 80-proof liquor (40% alcohol)

Safety

  • Find a designated driver. DO NOT drink and drive
  • Stay away from high risk areas (i.e. balconies, rooftops, bodies of water)
  • Step up in a situation that is or can become unsafe
  • Alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency. Call 911 and do not leave the person alone to sleep it off.  

Spring Break Vacations Tips

  1. Use sun protection. Sunscreen is a must
  2. Hydrate often (with non-alcoholic beverages, primarily water)
  3. Protect your eyes, wear sunglasses, hats, and/or visors
  4. Limit sun exposure. Check the UV index and avoid the sun at high index times
  5. Seek shade every so often
  6. Avoid drinking in the sun, as alcohol dehydrates and impairs judgement/motor skills

Road Trip Tips

  • Stay alert when driving
  • Switch drivers every three hours
  • Create a playlist to keep you energized
  • Print directions as a backup to your GPS. Better to be safe than sorry

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