College women are in far greater danger of being raped by a friend or fellow student than by a stranger. If a partner forces you to have sexual intercourse without your consent, it is rape. There is no significant difference in the problems of sexual assault according to the size of the city, the size of the university, or the demographic profile of the student body. Offenders who are male are not primarily homosexual. Traditionally, our society has said that males should be strong, in control of their emotions, and able to protect themselves from danger.
Alcohol lowers inhibitions, slows reaction time, and hampers good judgment.
All of these effects leave an individual much more vulnerable to being attacked. If you attend large parties, go with friends you can trust. Try to leave with a group rather than alone or with someone you do not know very well. If you see a person in trouble at a party or a friend using force or pressuring another individual, do not be afraid to intervene. Trust your instincts and get out of any situation that feels wrong.