Interpersonal Violence Prevention
Safety and Prevention
We all play a role in ensuring our campus is free from all forms of sexual assault and interpersonal violence. Be aware and take personal responsibility for the following:
- - The laws vary by state and situation, but you don鈥檛 have to be a legal expert to understand how consent plays out in real life. Understand what consent is. Read the Interim Title IX policy and information on !
- - If someone is pressuring you to engage in sexual activity, it is important to remember that being in this situation is not your fault. Here are some strategies to try.
- - Brainstorming ways to stay safe may help reduce the risk of future harm.
- - Whether you travel often or you鈥檙e getting ready for a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, it鈥檚 important to think about safety as part of your travel preparations.
- - There are steps you can take to increase your safety in situations where drinking may be involved.
- - When you see something that doesn鈥檛 seem right, there are simple ways to step in and help a friend.
- - Whether it鈥檚 giving someone a safe ride home from a party or diverting a person who is engaging in uncomfortable behavior, anyone can help prevent sexual violence.
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