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Sexual Assault and Date Rape Prevention

It’s important to know the facts about date rape and sexual assault so you can avoid becoming a victim.

One of the most important things you need to understand is this: If you are a college-aged woman—or man—you can be at risk of date or acquaintance rape. Alcohol and/or date-rape drugs are often a factor. So how can you protect yourself?

• Know the facts.
• Use common sense and communicate.
• Understand the difference between consent and coercion.
• Take “no” for an answer.
• Take advantage of our Rape Aggression Defense System (RAD) class.
• Here’s what to do if you’ve been assaulted.