One out of every five college students will be a victim of sexual assault -- a serious crime. Research shows that 75% of these victims are incapacitated at the time of the crime by alcohol and/or drug use, and a victim is eight times more likely to be incapacitated by alcohol than by a "predatory drug" such as Rohypnol slipped into a drink. The risk of assault is lowest during the freshman year and rises each subsequent year. A 1972 federal law requires nearly all colleges receiving federal taxes dollars to report, investigate, and resolve sexual assault incidents vigorously. Victims have rights to be protected while any investigation ensues. Best prevention tips: Monitor your behavior, maintain situational awareness, and be a friend willing to interrupt a risky situation. A few words may be all it takes.