USD Launching New Program to Deal with Sexual Assualt

Officials at the University of South Dakota say they are taking steps to better train staff and students how to respond to sexual assaults.

A Monday evening forum on the issue had a near capacity crowd.

USD Spokesperson Tena Haraldson says they will start a new program early next year

Haraldson says it will focus on students helping students

Haraldson says it is not just an issue at USD

Two USD football players were arrested last month on rape related charges.

 

(WNAX)