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Eric Allen expert Regarding Category: University Unfortunately, sexual assaults on college campus are a real safety concern. Do you think this is something that is an important consideration in making the college choice? http://bloom.bg/1sogo9B

Sex Assaults Heighten Anxiety as Students Apply to U.S. Colleges
Michelle Casey, a high school senior applying to college, is steering clear of party schools, which she said she fears will put her at higher risk for sexual assault.
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: Kofi Kankam expert I'm curious what people think also. {{ 1418770117492+1-1 | date : 'short' }} Share

: Daddy I think all colleges carry similar risks. This should not deter you from going to your school of choice. Just take safety precautions. I have two daughters and this will be a concern for me in the future. Go to parties with trustworthy friends, take self-defense classes, don't drink or eat anything suspicious, carry pepper spray or a pocket knife, carry your keys in a knuckle spike manner when you're alone, and most importantly, use common sense. {{ 1418770240283+1-1 | date : 'short' }} my Eric Allen likes this Share

: Eric Allen expert It can happen anywhere, but the administration does play a role in shaping the culture of a University so it could be part of the culture. The challenge is: how do you know what type of campus you are heading into? Common sense is always a good guide, but it's not always within the students' control. {{ 1418770713397+1-1 | date : 'short' }} my Daddy likes this Share

: Kofi Kankam expert Those are fair points, David. {{ 1418771152112+1-1 | date : 'short' }} Share

: Amna Pervez If I may add my two cents...I think David makes fair points that are common sense in protecting yourself...from strangers. However, in most sexual assaults the victim knows and trusts his/her assailant. So what should be taken into consideration about a school when thinking about safety? I think starting with looking at statistics of reported assaults on a campus, and more importantly, finding out who those cases were handled by the school. Policies and procedures vary from school to school and it's best to know ahead of time how a school will and WILL NOT protect you when it comes to sexual assault. {{ 1418838881847+1-1 | date : 'short' }} my Daddy likes this Share

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