First Year, First Defense isn’t your typical campus orientation talk. In this episode, we go beyond packing lists and dorm check-ins to uncover what really matters—personal safety, mindset, and tactical readiness. Using SCAD in Savannah, Georgia, as our case study, we break down the real-world threats facing students—especially introverts—and teach you how to build a mental playbook before danger ever shows up.
From understanding your urban crime footprint to mastering rideshare safety, avoiding financial scams, and protecting your digital identity, this episode gives students the tools to thrive, not just survive. Whether you're heading off to college or sending someone you love, this is your essential tactical briefing for campus life.
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - College Safety: What Advice Should Introverts Take?
- (00:03:15) - Scadent College's Safety Bubble
- (00:05:34) - Always, Always Look Up Your College's Security Report
- (00:07:33) - Uber, Lyft: The Safety Steps Students Need to Take
- (00:09:54) - Biking on Campus
- (00:12:14) - Financial Scamming on Campus
- (00:16:03) - How to Enhance Your Digital Presence
- (00:18:19) - Are You More Secure Than an Extrovert?
- (00:22:03) - Fearless Students: What They Need to Know
- (00:22:45) - Safety Prepared for College Life
- (00:24:56) - Knowledge is Power
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