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22 Safety Tips Every College Freshman Needs to Know Especially During The "Red Zone"

22 Safety Tips Every College Freshman Needs to Know Especially During The "Red Zone"

22 Safety Tips Every College Freshman Needs to Know Especially During The "Red Zone"Mandi Pratt
Published on: 26/08/2026

The "red zone" is the stretch from move-in day through Thanksgiving break when first-year college students are statistically most likely to experience sexual assault. 73% of victims know their attacker. Prep our kids to stay safer AND not cause harm!

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