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In these dog days of the summer, disasters, natural or otherwise, happen every day. Though only 1,000 tornadoes occur annually, and a significantly smaller number of hurricanes, the chances of one hitting your town are higher than you might think. But that doesn’t mean you have to be left in the dust when they do. […]

Chris Brown took to the stage on June 27 at the BET Awards, belting out classic Michael Jackson tunes coupled with his signature dance moves in a tribute to the deceased King of Pop. His rendition of MJ’s moonwalk wasn’t the only unforgettable moment of the night-Brown broke down in tears while performing “Man in […]

Abuse is defined as any behavior that is designed to control and subjugate another human being through the use of fear, humiliation, intimidation, guilt, coercion, or manipulation. 
Often times, we forget that abuse is not only physical.  The definition of abuse encompasses many different kinds that should not be overlooked or ignored. 
Abusive relationships may be physical, […]

The mantra, “Apply sunscreen with a high SPF,” has been drilled into Chicks’ heads since they were small. However, with colleges all over the country letting out for the year, there are ready-to-hit-the-beach young women from all over heading home to super warm weather. It can be tough to remember to be safe in the […]

Strategies for being a smart tourist are invaluable regardless of whether you’re traveling with a group, friends or solo. It’s also crucial to point out that the same tips also apply to your daily life as you travel from classes to home, work to social events, etc…
When I was an undergraduate at Towson University, I went […]

If you have reason to believe you have been drugged and/or sexually assaulted: SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. YOU HAVE A SMALL WINDOW OF TIME TO BE TESTED FOR THE PRESENCE OF DATE RAPE DRUGS.

After that time is gone, the drug residue will pass through your system and cannot be detected in blood or urine. Also, […]

When someone says “pepper spray” what comes to mind?  The Bounty Hunter, the police, something that could be useful, but ugly, un-feminine, and bulky? 
Well think again: behold http://www.pepperface.com.  Pepperface will change your view of personal self defense forever.  Their chic, lightweight, and stylish, yes, stylish, aluminum container can be customized  to entice even most prissy […]

What do you think of when you think of rape? Walking down a dark city street alone late at night, a strange man assaulting a young girl? A drug slipped in a cocktail and a girl waking up a few hours later unsure of why her clothes have been pulled off?
What about when you get […]

She could be your little niece, 3-years-old and fully of rare innocence and wonder for the world. She could be your great aunt who is a little crazy and loses her wits when she has a glass of Chardonay. She could be your mother who against all odds, you find yourself turning out to be […]

At the University of Maryland in 2007, an annual demonstration against sexual assault suddenly gave way to a fierce debate about freedom of speech.
The issue was a knotty one: Should demonstrators be allowed to display T-shirts with the names of men accused of sexual assault, even if those men had not been convicted of any […]