Colorado State University has made a tremendous effort to ensure that students are part of a safe and healthy environment, and it has been tremendously successful. That said, not all risks can be avoided and sometimes bad things still happen. I am deeply impressed with the programs and support systems CSU has implemented to make the campus a safer place and even more amazed at the impact they are having. For example, there is a student driving service called Ram Ride that students can call if they need a ride while intoxicated or otherwise inhibited, preventing most of the drunk driving that would otherwise occur. We also have the option to use Safe Walk, a service that helps students feel safe on campus by having them escorted by CSU law enforcement officers at night so they don’t have to go anywhere alone. There are other great programs as well. I have confidence in my safety at CSU and truly believe my school has gone above and beyond to make it possible for me and my fellow students.