By The Keystone Newspaper Classes are free and start on Monday, Sept. 14
By Izzy Diaz
On Sept. 14, 15, and 17, Kutztown University Public Safety & Police Services (KUPD) is offering free Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) classes for the entire university community. No prior training is required to enroll.Â
Over the three classes, participants will spend a total of eight hours learning about prevention training, risk reduction and avoidance before progressing to the basics of hands-on defense training. The KUPD covers various types of potential assault, addressing each type with proven self-defense tactics. Â
The classes are held every Fall and Spring semester and are led by certified R.A.D. instructors. Participants must attend all three classes and complete the 8 hours of training to become R.A.D. certified.
Email Danielle Santos to enroll at dsantos@kutztown.edu .
Upcoming Fall sessions include:
- Monday, September 14, 2026 – Old Main, Room 22A, 6 p.m.
 - Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Old Main, Georgian Room, 6 p.m.
 - Thursday, September 17, 2026 – Old Main, Georgian Room, 6 p.m.