Title: Realities of Sexual Assault on Campus | BestColleges
Headings: The Realities of Sexual Assault on Campus
The Realities of Sexual Assault on Campus
By Courtney Smith-Kimble
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Sexual Assault?
Sexual Assault Prevention Issues
Underreporting
Victim Perpetrator Relationship
School Policies and Procedures
Student Safety and Reducing Sexual Assault Risk
What Students Can Do
Basic Safety Guidelines
Sexual Assault in Relationships
Contact a support line
Don't blame yourself
List safe places
Document hostile communications
Seek counseling
Call the police
What Colleges and Universities Can Do
What Parents Can Do
After an Assault
After an Assault: Immediate Steps
If Someone You Know Is Assaulted
After an Assault: Moving Forward
After an Assault: Recovery
Additional Information and Resources
National Sexual Assault Online Hotline and Chat
Enlisting Smartphones in the Campaign for Campus Safety
Campus Sexual Assault Tool Kit
Support for Rape and Sexual Assault Victims
Know Your Rights: Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault under Title IX
Student Activism

Content: Predators often slip drugs into their victims' drinks. Students can reduce the risk of this happening by watching who pours their drink, keeping their drink close, and only accepting sealed drinks. Know your personal limits: Students must identify their sexual boundaries, which can help establish clear communication with partners and reduce compromising situations. No matter the circumstances, students always maintain the right to say no or change their mind. Have a backup plan: Having a backup plan can increase students' safety. A portable phone charger, emergency cash, jumper cables, and pepper spray can all come in handy. Avoid traveling alone: Students should consider walking to and from class with a buddy, especially at night.