{"id":4365,"date":"2025-10-24T10:46:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T14:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/student-life\/?p=4365"},"modified":"2025-10-24T14:15:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T18:15:04","slug":"how-to-make-the-most-out-of-halloween-at-miami-%f0%9f%8e%83","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/student-life\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-the-most-out-of-halloween-at-miami-%f0%9f%8e%83\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Halloween at Miami &#x1f383;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Halloween is creeping up, and we\u2019re just as hyped as you are to bring on the candy, costumes, and late-night haunts! Whether you&#8217;re planning to hit up a Halloween party or watch some scary movies, we&#8217;ve got you covered. Here\u2019s a how-to guide for a successful (and responsible) Halloween at Miami!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Choose Your Costume Wisely<\/em> &#x1f3ad;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We love creative costumes: zombies, mummies, and ghostly cats are all welcome!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But remember, there\u2019s a big difference between a <em>costume<\/em> and <em>culture<\/em>. When you\u2019re brainstorming costume ideas, think twice about anything that could be considered offensive or overly stereotypical.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick costume checklist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does it play off harmful stereotypes?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Could it come across as disrespectful to someone\u2019s identity or heritage?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is it something you\u2019d feel okay posting on Instagram and leaving there for future job searches?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The point here: Go for the fun, not the regret. Whether you\u2019re a vampire or a vending machine, keep it smart, funny, or spooky, and leave stereotypes out of the mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Plan Your Night<\/em>&#x1f342;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcBrLL8VxBn2U-Jv6AzONK1AIkAIT1gOno0R88WcT6jQ4NZ45UYCjmtDXrGyJqjGfLEh981BRUnWPfVibu3L7RLrh3UCHy50nSRugLXihcooVY2-h2hEF6iEiPinLL282KA_90z7-ArKo8O1ApyGY0uSnVn?key=3IeqCVFpaBA3q_ck9ZWLR2he\" alt=\"Students painting pumpkins \" style=\"width:500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s talk safety while you\u2019re out celebrating. This can be <em>extra<\/em> important on Halloween, where it&#8217;s easy to get caught up in the excitement. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DBjL07JuCYw\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==\">HAWKS peer health educators<\/a> posted some good advice for staying safe if you\u2019re going out around Halloween.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pace yourself. Limit yourself to one standard drink per hour.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab a bite to eat. Food won\u2019t sober you up, but it will slow down absorption.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set a limit. Decide ahead of time if you will drink and how much you will drink.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose not to drink. You can still have a good time without alcohol.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay with your friends. Stick together and make sure no one is left behind!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t forget: It\u2019s not just about fun, it\u2019s about making sure you all have a memorable, positive night together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Just Call if You Need Help<\/em> &#x1f4de;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself in a situation where a friend (or even a stranger) is having trouble taking care of themselves, remember that help is always one call away. Miami has a <strong>Good Samaritan Policy<\/strong>: this means if you need to call for medical assistance for someone having an alcohol or drug-related emergency, neither of you will face disciplinary action. Don\u2019t hesitate to reach out if someone needs help!&nbsp; Check out the full policy in the <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/policy-library\/students\/student-code-of-conduct\/code-of-conduct.html\">Code of Student Conduct<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cold, clammy, or bluish skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vomiting while unconscious<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irregular or slow heartbeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not ignore these signs. If you or someone needs help, call Miami Police at <strong>513-529-2222<\/strong> or just dial <strong>911<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, should you need a safe way to get home after 10 p.m., book a <strong>SafeRide<\/strong> trip using the BCRTA app (called BGo). These buses run from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. The best part? It\u2019s free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, folks: Halloween is all about fun, frights, and making memories you\u2019ll laugh about later. So whether you\u2019re rocking a costume or heading out with friends, remember these tips to make this Halloween at Miami your best one yet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chi Truong | Class of 2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Halloween is creeping up, and we\u2019re just as hyped as you are to bring on the candy, costumes, and late-night haunts! 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