Sexual Assault/Rape

Sexual assault and rape is on the rise on college campuses. Studies show that at least 1 in 4 college women will be the victim of a sexual assault during her academic career. At least 80% of all sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance of the victim. The Counseling Center provides support to students who experience this type of violence. A sexually traumatized student may feel/experience:

• Range of emotions including fear, anger, rage, anxiety, sadness, shock, disbelief, confusion, humiliation, mistrust, and sometimes dissassociation or the appearance of no emotion (being detached). 

• Physical sensations including feeling cold, faint, nauseous.

• Range of behaviors including crying, yelling, smiling, or possibly calmness.

• Pain or irritation where the attacker touched or hurt them and/or general soreness and tension.

If you or someone you know has been assaulted, there are resources available

• Counseling Center 901.678.2068
• Police Services 901.678.4357
• Rape Crisis Center 901.222.4350
• Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center 24-Hour Hotline  1.800.656.HOPE
• Assault Prevention and Safety Apps