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SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS

 

For emergencies, always call 911.

Sexual assault will not be tolerated at the University of Michigan. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, call the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) at (734) 763-1131. You also can visit our Sexual Assault Reporting page to learn more about next steps.

Sexual assault facts

  • If you are sexually assaulted, you are not to blame, regardless of the circumstances.
  • If someone has unwanted sexual contact with you without your consent, this is sexual assault, which is a crime.
  • About 90% of sexual assaults on campus involve survivors and perpetrators who knew each other (Fisher, et al, 2000).
  • Approximately 50% of reported cases of sexual assault involve alcohol consumption by the survivor, the perpetrator or both (Abbey, et al, 2001).
  • Many rapists attack more than once—one unreported assault may allow one or more additional rapes to occur (Lisak, et al, 2002).

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Request a presentation

To request a presentation on sexual assault awareness, please contact DPSS Community Outreach at (734) 763-3434 or email dpss-safety-security@umich.edu.