Green Beer Day should be a national holiday. To Miami students, it basically is. Starting at midnight (sometimes even earlier) on the Thursday before spring break, Miami students emerge from their dorms and houses to take part in this time honored tradition. Green Beer Day is a party like no other, so it's important to know the dos and the don'ts to having a great GBD.

Don'ts

1. Don't skip important classes. This is an all day event. Go out in the morning come home, take a nap and go to that class. Most people sleep from 10 to 1 anyways, so you won't be missing much. You will regret skipping that presentation when you get your grade back.

2. Don't show up to class drunk. Professors know it's GBD and they are looking out for drunken kids. They will kick you out of class if they have to. Also, consider using a straw to drink your green beer in the morning, professors will be looking for green mouths and teeth.

3. Don't forget to eat. Again, this an all day event; make sure you have a big breakfast, or go to a kegs and eggs. Just make sure you have something in your stomach; your body will thank you later. Call Jimmy John's or hit up Skyline. Fast food is the best food, after all.

4. Don't go uptown if you are under 21. Be on the lookout and stay smart. There will be plenty of parties for you to hangout at, and you don't have to spend any money.

5. Don't get arrested. It might seem like a silly tip, but it happens every year. Some stupid kid walks into the street with his drink and next thing you know the cops are there. Just do yourself a favor and stay in the yard.

Dos

1. Do go to as many parties as possible. There will be plenty to go to, trust me. They are all equally just as fun as the other, and you won't regret going to a single one. You only have four (maybe five) GBD's as a Miami student, so why not make the best of it?

2. Do take a nap. You might think that you will want to stay out all day and that your body can handle it. I am going to tell you right now, it can't. Naps are an important part of GBD. It helps you rally from the morning parties, and makes sure you get to the afternoon ones. Naps are great, and your body will thank you for it on Friday.

3. Do buy a GBD shirt. These are always fun and a great way to remember (or try to) this eventful day. GBD shirts come in all different styles so take some time and figure out which shirt is the shirt for you!

4. Do take lots of pictures. You are going to want to remember this day for years to come. GBD pictures are always fun to look back on and document what you did for this Miami tradition.

5. Do just have fun. It's Green Beer Day. Celebrate it, live it up, and enjoy every second of it. Like I said, you only get four as a Miami student, so make the most of it.