Foggy graveyards, twisted labyrinths and dark dungeons are just some of the frightening treats Associated Student Inc. (ASI) hopes to scare students with in their first haunted house tomorrow night.
ASI Special Events Student Supervisor Courtney Serafin said that even though she’s terrified of haunted houses, she’s looking forward to showing the students what ASI has to offer.
“I want them to see that ASI can bring events to the campus that are new and fun,” she said. “I want people to walk out and be like, ‘That was really cool. I’m glad I came tonight.’ Everyone here at ASI is really excited about it. It’ll be a good little scare here and there.”
ASI Program Coordinator Missi Bullock said that it’s the unknown that makes people so afraid of haunted houses, especially on Halloween.
“If it’s dark, you can’t see what’s going to happen, and it’s that surprise,” she said.
One of the creatures of the night people can expect to see is the grim reaper, the large, hooded representation of death. City regional planning junior Brian Spaunhurst will be dressed as the grim reaper and said he can’t wait to scare students. More than that, he’s glad to see a Halloween alternative being made available to students.
“It’s the first year they’re doing it, and I’m really excited to be a part of it,” he said. “I think it’s great that they’re putting something out to students that aren’t as concerned with partying and just want to have a good time and celebrate Halloween. I really hope it goes well.”
There is no age limit to attend the event, and ASI is requiring that no one wear a costume. The event is free for students with a Cal Poly ID and $10 for the community and will only take place Tuesday in the Chumash Auditorium from 8 p.m. to midnight.