11/3/11

Kendra Davidson

Texas State students and organizations are trying to raise awareness about domestic violence. Kendra Omega Davidson tells us more in this Bobcat Update.

Bobcats Leaving Out Violence hosted a five-K walk and fundraiser Monday at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock. The organization was formed last year in honor of former Texas State Student, Tiffanie Perry, who was a victim of domestic violence. (Victim in what way? -- if she died, you should say so.)
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Stand-In: But how aware are bobcats when it comes to domestic violence and what steps can we take to prevent it? According to the Domestic Violence Resource Center, almost 75 percent of Americans know someone who is or has been a victim of domestic violence.
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Some students have taken steps to learn how to handle such situations.
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This is true for those who are in relationships and want to avoid domestic abuse.
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Officer Otto Glenwinkel says he's noticed a greater effort on campus to raise awareness about preventing domestic violence.
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Officer Glenwinkel says there are signs of domestic abuse that could tip off those who are concerned -- if it involves a loved one or friend. As examples, Glenwinkel said wearing excessive clothing, being jittery or easily startled are possible signs. *Preventing* violence, though, should be everyone's first objective.
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For Bobcat Update, I'm Kendra Omega Davidson.

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