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From left, Wen-Do self-defense instructor Kristi Taylor demonstrates a move called eagle claw on reporter Haley Meberg. This technique utilizes the pads of your fingers to claw an attacker's eyes.

Wen-Do self-defense class empowers women in Ithaca

By Haley Meberg, Contributing Writer May 1, 2025

Kristi Taylor, the instructor of Wen-Do Women’s Self Defence program in Ithaca, gave advice I never expected to hear. “If you are ever in danger, scream ‘Fire’ instead of ‘Help,’” Taylor...

Many women at the college said they regularly carry self-defense tools like pepper spray, dog and bear spray, Mace and pocket knives to provide an extra sense of security when they go on runs, walk around at night or visit unfamiliar places alone.

Women at Ithaca College take measures to defend themselves

By Meredith Husar, Staff Writer April 13, 2016
Many women at the college said they regularly carry self-defense tools like pepper spray, dog and bear spray, Mace and pocket knives to provide an extra sense of security when they go on runs, walk around at night or visit unfamiliar places alone.

It Won’t Happen to Us

By Kylee Roberts, Blogger October 4, 2015
Here, the best way we, as young women, can stay healthy on campus is to keep ourselves educated.
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