Rape Aggression Defense System (R.A.D. for Women)
The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System is a program offered to female students and employees at Virginia Tech.
The four-part course begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, and progresses to the basics of hands-on defense training. Participants learn self-defense tactics and techniques.
The free course is taught by Virginia Tech Police Department officers and is offered several times a year.
Upcoming Sessions
Fall 2024 dates will be posted later this summer.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Corporal John Tarter at tarterj@vt.edu.
RAD for Women - Summer 2024.
May 28, June 4, June 11, and June 18
2:00 p.m. - 5 p.m.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Corporal John Tarter at 540-231-6102.
