Attending the self-defense seminar was especially timely, considering I’ll be on a professional experience this summer, relying solely on public transit and walking—modes of transportation that naturally leave one exposed to the vulnerabilities of the world. I left the seminar equipped with foundational teachings that empower me to walk more confidently in this world as a woman, with an armor of knowledge and trained repetition on how to protect myself in a moment of crisis, and that is invaluable. The energy was beautiful, too. Cheering on women from different walks of life as we discovered our strength within and challenged one another to do hard things with courage and boldness created a powerful atmosphere.
Leslie Omeire, Class of 2027
