April has been nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness month in the U.S. since 2001. Harmon has adopted this for SLO.
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Cal Poly continues to open arms to undocumented students
Throughout the presidential election, hot topic issues such as marriage equality and women’s rights were discussed. However, none was so heatedly debated as undocumented immigrants. Cal Poly has nearly 200 undocumented students currently attending the university. However, an undocumented student who will remain anonymous, said this number could be higher due to students not wishing to […]
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Panel discusses domestic violence amongst undocumented immigrants
“We need to start talking about marginalized communities more and their unique experiences…”
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Men walk in high heels to protest sexual assault
Three hundred people signed up to walk a mile in high heels through downtown San Luis Obispo.
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Safer starts new year with fully confidential counseling
Before Safer became confidential, the center was required to direct survivors to the on-campus Title IX coordinator.
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Safer to train local bars on recognizing sexual assault
Bystander intervention could make its way downtown, thanks to Safer’s Safe Bars program, which would be used to train bar managers, bartenders and bouncers.
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Pepper spray OK on campus, but not always best choice
University Police Department Chief George Hughes confirmed students, faculty and staff members are allowed to carry sprays like mace and pepper spray on campus and in buildings, including University Housing units.
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Cal Poly officials: University ahead of White House recommendations to prevent sexual assault
Safer assistant coordinator Cheri Love explains how Cal Poly meets the recommendations the federal government has suggested for public universities to help prevent sexual assault.