Rape Aggression Defense -- (R.A.D.) (continued.)

Basic Self Defense: Twelve-hour course for women designed to teach empowerment, Risk Reduction and self-defense techniques.

Advanced Self-Defense: Incorporates skills learned in Basic Self-Defense. This sixteen- hour course, for women only, adds higher stress environments and advanced defensive skills.

Key Chain Defense: This four-hour women-only class teaches defensive techniques using both a key chain and flashlight.

In 2005 the University Police taught: 4 Basic RAD Classes. There was a total attendance of 30. For more information, visit the Public Safety website at www.uccs.edu/~pusafety/police/prevention/rad.shtml

Women's Studies 290: Women's Empowerment and Self Defense. This is an interdisciplinary course taught through the Women's Studies program. The class looks at the issues of sexual assault on the personal and societal levels. Also includes hands-on instruction on self-defense.

Overall Safety Seminars-As requested or as needed. These seminars have included

Driving Tips, Fire Safety, and Personal Risk Management.

Risky Business - Interactive presentation on personal responsibility and awareness. Discusses acquaintance rape, prevention techniques, predatory drugs and what to do if you become a victim.