Between 2017 and 2018, the number of reported rape cases on the Modesto Maidique Campus have increased by 11, according to the University’s 2018 Security and Fire Report. While the data doesn’t show whether these reports were confirmed, it suggests that programs such as the Victim Empowerment Program and the It’s On Us campaign are […]
Maria Lago/Staff Writer On April 8 and 9, “Sexversations,” hosted by FIU’s “It’s on Us” initiative and FIU Athletics, invited students to discuss issues involving sexual assault on campuses and consent. The two-day event was open to all FIU students and invited special guests Kelly Addington and Becca Tieder. Addington and Tieder, best friends since […]
Fabienne Fleurantin/ Staff Writer Sexual assault has become more prevalent in today’s society than it ever has before. It’s no longer a taboo issue — more and more people are coming out to tell their story and joining the fight in making people aware of sexual assault. From the #MeToo movement that spread like wildfire […]
By Ruth Willis When Jake Burns was in high school, one of his ex-girlfriend’s friends—who was older—started to hit him up a while after him and his girlfriend ended the relationship. He was just a nerdy 17-year-old guy with a few friends. This older girl would occasionally hang out with them. Jake and his friends […]
By Genesis Rodriguez One in four college students will be the victim of sexual assault. This widespread college topic is a serious matter and notable sexual assault survivor. Bonny Shade, is doing everything she can to raise awareness to this deeply rooted issue. On Dec. 6, FIU has invited Shade to our campus to speak […]
Image by Eduardo Merille via Flickr Marilyn Figueroa | Contributing Writer opinion@fiusm.com “It’s on Us” hangs on a banner between Blue Garage and Gold Garage, on shirts and flyers throughout campus, and has initiated numerous sexual assault awareness events at our university. Just one day after the Slut Walk was held here at FIU, […]
Image by LillyYellow via Flickr Editorial Board | FIUSM opinion@fiusm.com Last week, students received an email informing them of a sexual assault that took place on Saturday. As part of the Clery Act, all public universities must inform the student body of sexual assaults on campus, much like the University did about the infamous “booty […]
