Celebrating with class goes beyond staying in control of your own actions; it means watching out for friends, being proud of your community and showing respect for visitors, even those from Ann Arbor.

Whether this is your first or your last time on campus for the U-M rivalry game as a student, Spartans stand together.

Before going out, have a plan in case you and your friends are separated, such as coordinating a designated meeting spot.

Large events and lots of people result in crowded areas and poor cell phone service, making it easy to lose track of each other. When cheering on MSU or walking the streets on Halloween, stick close to the people you know and look out for one another.

If you plan on celebrating by drinking alcohol this weekend, know your limit and know when it’s time to call for help. We’ve all seen someone who has had too much to drink. We know the warning signs, and we understand the dangers associated with alcohol abuse.

If someone you know surpasses their limit, it’s important to take action. Don’t leave friends to deal with alcohol poisoning on their own.

Calling 911 when someone is in need is never a bad idea, especially when the outcome could save that person’s life. Younger than 21? Scared of legal troubles or a minor in possession? The medical amnesty law has your back.

Make sure to watch out for each other, and never hesitate to make the call, even if you are underage.

Regardless of age, drinking and driving is never a good idea. When living in a city such as East Lansing, cab services are easily accessible.

A $3 cab ride is a better choice than an irreversible mistake that could result in killing yourself or others.

We love sharing our city and everything it has to offer to others outside our community.

Unfortunately, since we will be hosting thousands of visitors from outside of East Lansing this weekend, it is important to remember not everyone will be here for the right reasons.

As students who live both on and off campus, we encourage everyone to make sure all doors, windows and cars are locked while no one is home. With an influx of unfamiliar faces, thefts and other crimes are a serious concern for our community.

If you see something, do something.

Call 911, the East Lansing police or MSU police if you see any suspicious activity. It is always better to be safe than sorry.

We realize big celebratory weekends have the potential to create some of the best memories of your college career, as long as we all participate safely, and most importantly, celebrate with class.