Saving Beauty from the Beast

Vicki Crompton-Tetter, whose teenage daughter was murdered by an abusive boyfriend in Bettendorf, Iowa, in 1986, will speak about dating violence.

In the decades since her daughter's tragic death, Crompton-Tetter has become an expert on teen dating violence. She is the co-author of "Saving Beauty from the Beast," and has appeared on "Oprah" and "The Today Show" to speak about abusive teen relationships.

During her St. Ambrose presentation Crompton-Tetter will talk about her daughter, Jennifer Crompton, and share details about the behaviors, the secrets, the lies and the mistakes that were made as part of her powerful story of tragedy and forgiveness. Her presentation is an opportunity for both parents and teens to learn the dynamics of teen dating abuse. Crompton-Tetter also will talk about warning signs, statistics, professional findings and current legislation.

The St. Ambrose Psychology Department, Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology, the Psychology Club and Women's Studies are sponsoring the event.

The Rogalski Center is located on the St. Ambrose campus near the corner of Ripley and Lombard Streets, one block west of Harrison Street.