Safety Protection Apps-But do they really keep you safe?

While the statistics are alarming, there are things students can do to keep themselves safe, such as utilizing smartphone safety apps.

Today’s college students are more connected to their mobile devices than ever. According to an eMarketer report, by 2016 91 percent of students will have a smartphone. While many students utilize their smartphones for texting, surfing the web, and entertainment purposes, it is important that students realize the personal safety assistance that smartphone safety apps can offer as well.

Why should students care?

Consider the statistics:

• More than 1 in 4 college women are sexually assaulted.
• 1 of every 22 college students will experience a crime during their time at school. Join us and find out what are the best apps to download to keep you safe. Plus Box office and trending news