Sexual Assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact obtained without consent and/or obtained through the use of force, threat of force, intimidation or coercion.
What to Do If You Are Raped:
- Get to a safe place
- Call 911 to obtain police protection
- Seek medical help from Student Health Service (336.758.5218),
Baptist (336.713.9000), or Forsyth (336.718.2001) Hospitals. - Prior to seeking medical help:
- Do not take a shower
- Do not change your clothes
- Do not use medications unless necessary
- If possible do not urinate
- Seek a friend you can trust to be with you
- If you or someone you know may have been a victim of sexual assault or any other type of sexual misconduct prohibited under this policy, you are strongly encouraged to seek immediate assistance. Assistance can be obtained 24 hours a day from: Campus Advocacy and Support Services 336.758.5285.
- Obtain counseling at the University Counseling Center 336.758.5273, for emergencies after hours contact Student Health 336.758.5218.
Helpful Links
Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)
Impact of Sexual Violence Fact Sheet [PDF]
Violence Against Women Office Online Resources Facts on Sexual Assault [PDF]
