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The purpose of this document is to describe basic information about University policies and programs related to sexual assaults. Federal law mandates that this information be made available to all faculty, staff and students at Wichita State University.
Educational Programs:
Educational programs regarding sexual assaults are offered by the
following:
Procedures to Follow After a Sex Assault:
If a sexual assault occurs, the victim is strongly encouraged to report
the information to the WSU Police Department and to seek medical
attention.
It is important that evidence be preserved for the investigation of the
incident. That means that clothes should not be discarded, and
the
victim should not shower or bathe in other ways. The victim can
report
the incident to the Office of Human Resources if he or she
does
not wish to report it to the police. If the victim has bathed
after
the incident, a report should be filed.
Services for Victims:
Services are available on campus to assist the victims of sexual
assault
on an immediate and ongoing basis. Medical follow-up is provided by the
student health services. Counseling support is available through
the Counseling and Testing Center, the
Office
of Student Life and Services and the Wichita Sexual Assault
Center.
Other assistance is available from any staff member of the Office of
Human Resources.
Implementation:
This policy shall be included in the WSU Policies and Procedures
Manual and shared with appropriate constituencies of the
University.
The Director of Human Resources and the Vice President and General Counsel shall have primary responsibilty for publication, dissemination and implementation of this University policy.
Revision Date:
November 13, 2006