College & Event Regulations
All attendees, participants, vendors, special guests, and staff of Finn-Con@MDC must abide by all Federal, State, and Local Laws and MDC Procedures and Policies, including but not limited to the MDC Student Code of Conduct Procedure 4025, Student Rights and Responsibilities, Alcohol and Drug Policy, and all other directives given official event staff (identified by their event badge on a lanyard and/or shirt) or public safety personnel.
This is a community event at a Public Academic Institution. All content must be “PG-13” appropriate, and must not be negative, harmful, or otherwise inappropriate in nature.
Content related to tobacco, alcohol, illegal or legal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or sexually explicit material is not allowed.
As a reminder:
- All COLLEGE areas are smoke-free, and smoking and/or use of any tobacco product, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, and pipes, as well as the use of electronic cigarettes is strictly prohibited.
- Sale, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages on any College property is prohibited.
Dress Code
- Coverage – Cosplay and costumes must cover the area of your body that is universally acceptable swimwear (bikini or trunks) would cover in all public situations. Cosplay with open and/or exposed backs are permitted. Body-paint costumes are not permitted!
- Dance Belts & Underwear – Please cover your bits (including the contours of your bits) and avoid a very awkward conversation with our security team. Dance belts, underwear, and body suits are highly recommended for cosplay and costumes that are especially revealing.
- No Sharp Edges – No part of your cosplay or costume should be able to cause injury to someone who accidentally runs into you. Make sure all sharp edges and pointy bits have been capped, taped, or are appropriately dulled!
- Oversized Cosplay – If you have an exceptionally large costume or cosplay, you must have at least one handler to assist you in navigating the event. These are typically cosplay or costumes that involve things such as wings, large pieces that extend beyond your arm’s reach, parts that are difficult to retract, or pieces that might impair your vision. Think of yourself as a titanic leash child - it’s for your safety too!
- Glitter – Is glitter pretty? Yes. Is glitter messy? Also, yes. Is glitter a curse? For the cleanup crew, it most definitely is. Any glitter or glitter spray used on your body, cosplay, or costume must be sealed in order to prevent incidental transfer or excess shedding.
- No Bondage – No accessories that attach two or more people together, even temporarily, are permitted. This includes but is not limited to: handcuffs, leashes, and ropes.
- No Hate Symbols – Any signs or symbols that can be characterized as hate symbols or signs of discrimination may not be displayed. This includes any symbol that is widely accepted as a symbol of oppression, hatred, or violence towards a specific group of people.
- Signs – May not contain hate speech, solicit personal contact, or attempt to provoke arguments, fights, or conflict with the general public, other attendees, staff, or guests.
- Official Personnel Uniforms – This town (and venue) ain’t big enough for the two of us. Cosplay or costumes that intentionally impersonate those of local law enforcement, safety personnel, venue personnel, staff, or security are strictly prohibited.
- Things on Wheels – Skateboards, bikes, roller skates, roller blades, and unicycles are not allowed in outdoor areas around the venue or in crowded areas for the safety of other people.
- Right of Refusal – We reserve the right to refuse or restrict any cosplay or costume for any reason. This means that we may ask you at any time to change out of or put away parts of your cosplay or costume. This doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it’s for a good reason! Failure to comply with this policy could result in your removal from the event!
