The college she attends is local and I don't think they have had many if any incidents but she will be walking to her car at 9pm by herself. She is the youngest of 4 daughters and a scrapper. The college system down her has marginal security at best. I have a can of bear spray but its too big for her purse. She's 18 and can't legally carry a gun even though she knows how to use it. Looks like a quality knife, super bright flashlight and some type of spray are the options.