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Fellow Bobcats give takes on how one can personally prevent sexual assault



By Kamron Selby

K_s297@txstate.edu



SAN MARCOS, Texas – Texas State students participated in brief interviews on campus on Monday, April 1st, 2019, to help raise awareness of how one can personally prevent sexual assault.



Freshman Sara Cain and juniors Josue Vanco and Zoe Zalenski responded in various ways as a means to define sexual assault and what could be done to prevent the act from even taking place.



“I would define sexual assault as any sexual act that takes place despite someone not consenting,” said Zalenski.



Cain believes you need to be smart with what you do and the people you surround yourself with.



“If you’re out partying and not with people you truly trust, don’t consume that much alcohol or just be very aware of your surroundings,” said Cain.



Although it is important to keep yourself out of harm’s way, it is essential to make sure your piers are on a safe path as well.



“Don’t leave your friends alone when they’re intoxicated and dancing with some random guy,” Zalenski said. “Stand up for yourself and for those around you.”



Awareness is key to insure that everyone will stay out of a dangerous situation. If you have friends who are in a questionable state and potentially putting themselves in peril, it is vital to remove them from the situation.



“Stop being a bystander and just take action,” said Vanco.



There is always strength in numbers. Never put yourself in uncomfortable environments, especially without a group of people that are able to watch out for one another. When it comes to sexual relations with another individual, consent should always be obtained, without question.



If you or anybody you know has been sexually assaulted, Texas State provides several resources ranging from sexual assault examinations to counseling, or even contact information to report cases.



 You can click the link below to learn more.



https://www.healthcenter.txstate.edu/AFTER-HOURS/sexual-assault-resources.html

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