Homecoming is supposed to be all about having fun, but for some

people homecoming can mean a brush with the law.

Homecoming is supposed to be all about having fun, but for some people homecoming can mean a brush with the law.

Captain Black, commander of patrol for campus security, has tips for N.C. A&T students that he believes are essential during the homecoming season to keep safe.

A plan for homecoming is at the top of the list. This plan includes, one assigning a designated driver, two securing a location and three planning the activities that will be on the agenda for your outings duration.

Deviating from this plan is one way that things can go wrong, warns Captain Black. Traveling without accompaniment is also something that the Captain warns against.

Stick together and take care of the people in your group is his advice to avoid being alone.

Responsibility is also key in the eyes of the patrol commander.

Paying attention to your surroundings may serve as the major contributor to your safety. Some people use homecoming not as a time to celebrate but as an opportunity to commit crimes.

Knowing this should keep you more alert. Do not let your fun put you in harms way.

Large crowds are expected and there will be security to accommodate these crowds. Greensboro and A&T police are there to assist you and ensure that you are safe.

Anything that is deemed hazardous to your safety will become the business of those officers, so that the problem can be alleviated.

The consumption of alcohol is one of those things that affect your safety.

Be sure that you are of the age to consume alcoholic drinks.

There will be police check points and increased police patrol during the time of homecoming.    

Take head to this and spread the word, so that fellow A&T students do not end up on the wrong side of the law for homecoming having reckless fun.

Even though police and security officers are in high numbers, it is still the responsibility of the students and homecoming participants to protect their things of value.

Share these security tips with your friends and make sure to abide by them.

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• Alanna Goddard, Contributor