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U.S. Military Grapples with a Rising Epidemic of Sexual Assault in its Ranks

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"A video" posted by a female U.S. Marine about sexual assault in the military rocketed across the internet and into a Pentagon press-briefing room Friday. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin promised to take additional steps to stop such violence. But as Nick Schifrin reports, sexual assault in the military continues to rise and individual families continue to be ripped apart.

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PBS NewsHour
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February 19, 2021

The Problem of Sexual Assault on Campus

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In this video, Jia Tolentino reports on a new study at Columbia that could make schools safer.

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The New Yorkker
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February 5, 2018

Campus Sexual Violence: Statistics

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These statistics reveal that women Ages 18-24 Are at an Elevated Risk of Sexual Violence.

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Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)

Education Department Reviewing Campus Sex Assault Rules

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This article describes how the Education Department on Tuesday moved forward with plans to revise federal rules around campus sexual assault, paving the way for an overhaul of a polarizing Trump-era policy that President Joe Biden has vowed to reverse.

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Associated Press
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Collin Binkley
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April 6, 2021

Confronting Campus Sexual Assault Prevention And Fall School Reopenings Head On

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The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new challenge for colleges and universities as it relates to sexual assault prevention and survivor support. This article explores various issues and suggestions as students return in the fall.

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Forbes
Author:

Tracey Vitchers
Published:

April 20, 2021

The Biden Administration Wants to Change Guidelines on Campus Sexual Assault

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This article discusses the various presidencies of Obama, Trump, and Biden, and discusses how they impact the law regarding sexual assault.

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The Economist
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June 12, 2021

Staying Safe on Campus

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This article provides tips to help you stay safe on campus and to feel safe after experiencing an assault. It is important to know your resources and be aware of your surroundings.

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Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)

The Largest-Ever Survey of Campus Sexual Assault Shows How Outrageously Common It Is

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A survey of more than 181,000 students proved that sexual assault is highly prevalent on college campuses. This impacts women and transgender individuals the most.

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Mother Jones
Author:

Maddison Pauly
Published:

10/16/2019

A Guide for Friends and Family of Sexual Violence Survivors

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This guide provides an overview of what victims of sexual violence experience and how family members can support victims of sexual violence.

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NSVRC

The Uncomfortable Truth About Campus Rape Policy

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The strict restrictions in place surrounding allegations of sexual assault on college campuses can sometimes be harmful if the allegations are false. School officials may use the policies to advantage the individual filing the complaint, even if the complaint later is discovered to be false. Kwadwo Bonsu experienced this as he was wrongfully accused of sexually assaulting a female classmate.

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The Atlantic
Author:

Emily Yoffe
Published:

9/6/2017

Title IX: How It Affects Community Colleges and Students

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Title IX was created to protect against sexual discrimination in schools and federally funded institutions. Different schools have interpreted this law differently. Schools now have a Title IX specialist to make sure schools are in compliance in their protections of individuals.

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League.org
Author:

Kent Seaver
Published:

7/1/2015

Rape At College: Why Back to School is so Dangerous for Women

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Sexual assault on college campuses is more prevalent during the first semester. Females are more likely to be victims of sexual assault. There are actions that individuals can take to help them be more aware of their surroundings. These options are discussed in the article.

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USA Today
Author:

Alia E. Dastagir
Published:

8/26/2019

Campus Sexual Violence: Statistics

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This website displays three statistics surrounding campus sexual violence: women ages 18-24’s risk for sexual violence, the prevalence of sexual violence as a crime in college, and how many victims report sexual violence to law officials.

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Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)

College Student Falsely Accused of Rape Speaks Out

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In this video, a female student claims that two male students raped her at a party. The male students were pressured to leave school as the allegations were being investigated. The female student later admitted that she made up the allegations.

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Fox News

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