HOTLB: Should you ask someone out on Valentine’s day?

Valentine’s Day: the one fateful day a year where love is in the air and countless people around the globe are being struck by Cupid’s arrows. But should you take the risk and ask that special someone out? Giving someone a valentine (successfully) could turn into a first date story straight out of a rom-com, or on the other hand—an embarrassing tragic memory for both people involved. A Valentine's proposal, especially in person, is of course a very bold move. And in this day and age where teens are finding love through Snapchat quick adds, a heartfelt bouquet of roses and chocolates–or even a huge teddy bear–could be a refreshing and romantic way to start off your love story. 

Valentine’s Day is a gamble though. The day could be the perfect opportunity for some, but the emotional stakes are high. If you’re not already close with the person in question and the fear of an awkward rejection is steady on your mind, a Valentine's proposal might not be the move for you just yet. With the topic of Valentine’s day buzzing around campus, Samo students share their thoughts about the proposals happening on this big day.

Nelly Williams (’28)

“It’s just a really special moment and it can make someone feel really good. I have been asked out for Valentine’s Day, I got a Starbucks drink with the question on it and flowers. It made me feel really happy and special because the person that did it put a lot of thought and effort into it and went out of his way to go get Starbucks and make the flowers. So I think everyone should feel that kind of way on Valentine’s Day. ” Nelly Williams (’28)

Julian Canche Bustamante (’27)

“You should ask someone out for Valentine's Day. It's not going to matter in the future unless you get together, which is basically a win-win situation... The worst thing that can happen is having a cringe moment to laugh at in the future.” Julian Canche Bustamante (’27)

Pheobe Rosenfeld (’26)

“It's romantic and it's the day of love, like why shouldn’t you? That's the most romantic thing you can do in my opinion, [you could] win somebody over, get your love and show your love.” Phoebe Rosenfeld (’26)