Campus & Community Resources
DePauw University has a broad-based and comprehensive response system for students who have experienced harassment or sexual assault, with resources on campus and within the community.
A person who has experienced sexual misconduct should consider the following immediate actions:
1. Go to a Safe Place
You may want to contact someone you know and trust to be with you. If you feel that you are in an unsafe situation, you should immediately call 911 or contact the DePauw Police Department at 765-658-5555, and they can help remove you from that situation and get you to a safe space.
2. Seek Support
You can call the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Advocate (SASA) 24/7 at 765-658-4650.
SASAs are trained advocates who can share with you all of the resources available to you, both on and off campus. They will provide you with support and understanding and be with you as you make choices on what resources to utilize, both in the moment and in the future.
3. Preserve Evidence
While it may be exactly what you feel like doing, DO NOT bathe, douche, change clothes, or brush your teeth.
Washing or changing clothes may remove forensic evidence.
If you still have access to them, save any SnapChat messages, texts, or DMs related to the incident.
4. Seek Medical Treatment
It is very important that you seek medical attention to be treated for injuries, sexually transmitted illnesses, and other medical related needs.
If you suspect you have experienced a drug facilitated sexual assault or were given a “date rape drug,” go to the hospital immediately. These drugs can harm you, and any evidence of the drug leaves the body quickly.
5. Consider a SANE Exam
You may also want to undergo a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) medical exam that can provide critical evidence for either the University judicial process or criminal prosecution.
SANE nurses are available at local hospitals. DePauw staff can help make contact with these services.
Having a SANE exam does not obligate you to take any further course of action, but it preserves evidence if you decide that you want to.
A Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner can be reached by contacting the DePauw Police Department at 765-658-5555 or a SASA at 765-658-4650.
6. Make a Report
Reports can be made to a number of areas, including the Title IX Coordinator and DePauw Police Department.
Additional information about making a report can be found below.
A reminder that you get to make the decision regarding how to move forward.
These are merely recommendations to consider.
DePauw Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
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| Sexual Assault Survivor Advocates | SASAs are trained staff who can present all options available, provide support, and connect students to resources both on and off campus. | Available 24/7 at 765-658-4650 |
| Women's Center | The DePauw Women's Center serves as a resource for students, faculty, staff, and the Greencastle community interested in women’s issues. | Sarah Ryan, Director — (765) 658-4173 | sryan@depauw.edu |
| Counseling Services | Provides confidential mental health support to students for academic success, well-being, and personal growth. | (765) 658-4268 or after hours (765) 658-5555 |
| Center for Spiritual Life | Clergy provide pastoral counseling via text, phone, email, or in person. | Chaplain Maureen — mklangdoc@depauw.edu | 765-365-2269 |
| Housing and Residence Life | Trained staff help students navigate resources and provide support regarding housing and campus living. | Jeff Shoup — (765) 658-4153 | jeffreyshoup@depauw.edu |
| Title IX Staff | Handles reports of sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination based on sex or gender. | Title IX Administrators: Dionne Jackson, Ed.D. — Coordinator Rhyan Smith, JD — Deputy Coordinator titleixcoordinator@depauw.edu | 765-658-4155 |
| DePauw Police | Investigates sexual misconduct reports and can connect students with Title IX or local law enforcement. | Call 911 for emergencies or (765) 658-5555 for non-emergencies |
Community Resources
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