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Apr 28, 2026

Reframing the Conversation on Mental Health and Violent Tendencies

Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month puts the importance of mental health and self-care at the forefront of the social conversation. The importance of self-care cannot be overstated, but this…

A male student studies outside by himself.

Apr 3, 2026

The Statistical Reality of Sexual Assault in the United States

Sexual Assault Awareness Month, recognized each April, serves as a time to raise awareness, support survivors and promote prevention efforts around sexual violence. Organizations like the National Sexual Violence Resource…

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Apr 3, 2026

Workplace Violence Prevention: What It Is and How to Avoid It

Workplace safety is often associated with physical hazards, but one of the most serious risks comes from people, not equipment. Workplace violence remains a widespread and frequently underreported issue that…

May 4, 2026

Examining Hate Crimes Against AAPI Communities in the United States

For context, the U.S. Department of Justice defines a hate crime as a criminal offense motivated by bias against race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or…

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Mar 23, 2026

Why Targeted Violence Isn’t Gender-Neutral: How Violence Disproportionately Affects Women

Violence is often misunderstood as random – something that can happen to anyone at any time. But a closer look at the data reveals a very different reality, one where…

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Feb 27, 2026

Staying Safe During Spring Break

Spring break is a time to take a break from academic demands, potentially explore somewhere new, and make memories with your friends and family. Whether you’re heading to the beaches…

Students share a moment together in the Free Expression Tunnel at the close of the spring 2020 semester.

Feb 2, 2026

Dating Violence in Your Teens, and Beyond

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is often associated with middle and high school students as they go through their first relationships, first heartbreaks and first experiences learning what it means…

A female, Lauren Shea, poses for a portrait in Talley Student Union.

Feb 2, 2026

Associate Director of Risk Assessment, Lauren Shea, becomes a Certified Threat Manager

The Department of Risk Assessment is proud to recognize Associate Director and case manager Lauren Shea for earning her Certified Threat Manager (CTM) credential through the Association of Threat Assessment…

A large sheet of paper covered in colorful sticky notes with campus safety tips.

Jan 5, 2026

Risk Assessment Mid-Year Stats

The Department of Risk Assessment had a fall semester full of new BAT cases and providing training to the Wolfpack community. A total of 1,751 concerning behavior referrals were submitted…

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Jan 5, 2026

Stalking as a Targeted Violence Risk Factor and Warning Behavior

Stalking is often discussed as a series of isolated behaviors, but in reality it appears as part of a broader pattern of concerning conduct that can escalate over time. Problematic…