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Do you know we have a self-defense training course for women?
Guest Column
Dr. Erin Bentrim-Tapio
Issue date: 11/6/07 Section: Opinions
Many members of the UNCG community may be unaware that the UNCG Department of Public Safety and Police offers a self-defense training course for women. The program is the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) system which is recognized internationally for program quality and effectiveness. The foundation of the RAD system is one of education, awareness, and prevention that progresses to a focus on basic and realistic self-defense techniques.
I became aware of the program in September when Corporal Rosemary Smith-Marsh spoke to my UNS class. I was intrigued by the course and participated in the October session. It was truly a valuable and enlightening experience, both physically and mentally.
I strongly encourage every female student, faculty, and staff member to participate in the RAD training. It is free and is taught by RAD certified instructors. I would like to express my gratitude to Corporal Rosemary Smith-Marsh and Lieutenant Henry Campbell for taking their time to serve as our instructors. They are true professionals who are passionate about their work. Nobody wants to talk or to think about being assaulted or raped and they created a caring and supportive environment where we felt comfortable addressing such topics and the best techniques to prevent it from happening. I would also like to thank Sergeant Larry Armburger, Lieutenant Richard Bailey, and Sergeant Martin Isley for their very valuable role in the RAD training as well.
The UNCG community is fortunate to have such dedicated and caring officers like the five mentioned here.
Dr. Erin Bentrim-Tapio is director of Student Affairs Assessment.
I became aware of the program in September when Corporal Rosemary Smith-Marsh spoke to my UNS class. I was intrigued by the course and participated in the October session. It was truly a valuable and enlightening experience, both physically and mentally.
I strongly encourage every female student, faculty, and staff member to participate in the RAD training. It is free and is taught by RAD certified instructors. I would like to express my gratitude to Corporal Rosemary Smith-Marsh and Lieutenant Henry Campbell for taking their time to serve as our instructors. They are true professionals who are passionate about their work. Nobody wants to talk or to think about being assaulted or raped and they created a caring and supportive environment where we felt comfortable addressing such topics and the best techniques to prevent it from happening. I would also like to thank Sergeant Larry Armburger, Lieutenant Richard Bailey, and Sergeant Martin Isley for their very valuable role in the RAD training as well.
The UNCG community is fortunate to have such dedicated and caring officers like the five mentioned here.
Dr. Erin Bentrim-Tapio is director of Student Affairs Assessment.
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