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R.A.D.

The R.A.D. experience concludes with reflection and simulation

April 2, 2009 Campus Life

Written by: Melody Shekari The final class before the simulation was spent on a few last techniques and a review of everything we had learned in the previous weeks. The last techniques we learned included defending ourselves if we are thrown to the ground or grabbed from behind.

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The R.A.D. Experience, physical moves and defensive measures

March 20, 2009 Campus Life

Written by: Melody Shekari As the R.A.D. class has progressed, my fellow students and I have been learning more specific strategies and defensive measures. Practicing physical moves has been the focus, including how to defend yourself while being choked as well as how and where to kick and hit effectively. Although the physical moves are [...]

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Inside a R.A.D. class: effective strategies for self-defense

February 19, 2009 Headlines

Written by: Melody Shekari After researching the R.A.D. program, I was eager to see what the class actually entailed. I also wanted to know why others take the class.

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Women find line of defense at police’s annual R.A.D. classes

February 12, 2009 Headlines

Written by: Melody Shekari You may have noticed the R.A.D emails and fliers around campus, but have you considered taking the class? R.A.D. stands for the Rape Aggression Defense System, a national program for self defense education. According to the program’s website, “over 250,000 women have attended R.A.D. Basic Physical Defense Program.”

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