There's a problematic area on campus where that happens 1/5 times I'm there. People also are just bad at that intersection. I find it much safer to just run the red light there.

If I'm coming up to a situation like that I'll try to ride in the middle of the lane and sit up to be more noticeable. On a normal day you should be pretty visible. But things like people not looking for cyclists, not able to judge your speed, or a setting/rising sun can make it dangerous. I usually try to brace myself in case I have to brake hard.