Information for Victims of Sexual Violence

If you are the victim of sexual violence, you can expect to:

▪       have your allegations of sexual violence taken seriously – free from any suggestion that victims are responsible for sexual violence.

▪       be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, age, income level, physical abilities, cognitive abilities, or sexual, medical and mental health history.

▪       be provided with timely information regarding access to emergency and crisis counseling services.

▪       be informed of legal rights and available resources.

▪       be informed of safety planning and protection services.

▪       be informed of appropriate follow-up treatment, medical testing and counseling.

▪       be notified of options for and assistance with changing academic and/or living situations if such changes are reasonably available.

▪       have the college conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of the allegation, preserving your privacy to the extent possible within the requirements of Title IX and the integrity of the investigation.

▪       be able to give testimony in a campus hearing by means other than being in the same room with the accused.

▪       have a support present during campus disciplinary proceedings.

▪       be informed of the outcome of the sexual assault disciplinary proceedings.

Last modified: September 11, 2012