What to do when a student reports a sexual assault to you… Linda Anderson and Carrie Giese
How big is this problem… Over the course of an average college career, the percentage of completed or attempted sexual assaults among women is as high as 25%. The Sexual Victimization of College Women, U.S. Department of Justice, January 2001 This statistics equals one in four female students.
Important factors in response Begin with safety Acknowledge you believe her or him Support with active listening Empower her or his choices for healing Refer to on and off campus resources
Support and/or Reporting Options… Counseling/Consultation (SASS) Online anonymous report form Online anonymous report form First responder packet First responder packet Police (criminal) Student Conduct (OSU process) Center Against Rape Domestic Violence (541) or hour hotline and on-site advocacy 24 hour hotline and on-site advocacy