(Sent on behalf of David Umulis) Dear members of the Weldon School community, There are a number of recent reports of sexual violence on Purdue's campus and in our community. We stand against sexual violence and are committed to supporting victims of sexual violence. We want to remind the community that serves our students of our obligations to report sexual violence as part of our responsibility as mandatory Title IX reporters<https://www.purdue.edu/titleix/Title%20IX/mandatory_reporters.php> We also want to remind community members of available resources for reporting incidents and supporting victims of violence, harassment, and discrimination. These include: Confidential Support Services: CARE (Center for Advocacy, Response and Education)<https://www.purdue.edu/odos/care/about/index.html>: Purdue CARE provides confidential support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence, dating violence and stalking. CARE staff provide resources and direct services that are non-judgmental, survivor-focused and empowering. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 765-495-CARE (2273). Purdue Student Health Center (PUSH)<https://www.purdue.edu/push/Medical/index.html> PUSH has trained professionals who can provide victims/survivors of any sex or gender with post-assault medical treatment, including injury treatment, prevention of sexually transmitted infections, and evaluation of the risk of pregnancy and prophylactic contraception, as needed. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)<https://www.purdue.edu/caps/> CAPS has professional therapists who are specially trained in college mental health with whom victims/survivors may consult in a confidential setting. Reporting: Incidents can be reported directly to Purdue’s Office of Institutional Equity<https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?PurdueUniv&layout_id=37>. Community members can also always dial or text 911 from any phone to reach the 911 dispatch center for emergency assistance. Additional resources are also available in the greater Lafayette community and nationally. https://www.purdue.edu/odos/care/help/resources.html David M. Umulis Director | EMBRIO Institute Dane A. Miller Head and Professor of Biomedical Engineering | Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering Professor | Agricultural & Biological Engineering He/Him/His o: 765-494-1223 | dumulis@purdue.edu<mailto:dumulis@purdue.edu> | https://engineering.purdue.edu/~dumulis Twitter: @professorthermo<https://twitter.com/professorthermo?lang=en> [cid:image001.png@01D7B6E0.F3B405F0] On Oct 1, 2021, at 3:58 PM, Linnes, Jacqueline C <jlinnes@purdue.edu<mailto:jlinnes@purdue.edu>> wrote: Dear members of the Weldon School community, Many of you may be aware of recent reports of sexual violence on Purdue's campus. We stand committed to supporting all victims and want to take this opportunity to remind community members of available resources for reporting incidents and supporting victims of violence, harassment, and discrimination. Confidential Support Services: CARE (Center for Advocacy, Response and Education)<https://www.purdue.edu/odos/care/about/index.html>: Purdue CARE provides confidential support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence, dating violence and stalking. CARE staff provide resources and direct services that are non-judgmental, survivor-focused and empowering. Advocates are available 24/7 by calling 765-495-CARE (2273). Purdue Student Health Center (PUSH)<https://www.purdue.edu/push/Medical/index.html> as trained professionals who can provide victims/survivors of any sex or gender with post-assault medical treatment, including injury treatment, prevention of sexually transmitted infections, and evaluation of the risk of pregnancy and prophylactic contraception, as needed. There is no charge for this confidential treatment. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)<https://www.purdue.edu/caps/> CAPS has professional therapists who are specially trained in college mental health with whom victims/survivors may consult in a confidential setting. Professional counseling staff, licensed psychologists, or therapists with experience in trauma response and healing are available to assist students with personal counseling. Information disclosed to CAPS mental health professionals is held in strict confidence, consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reporting: Incidents can be reported directly to Purdue’s Office of Institutional Equity<https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?PurdueUniv&layout_id=37>. Please note that only those incidents which are reported to police or Purdue’s Office of Institutional Equity<https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?PurdueUniv&layout_id=37> can be investigated by the University. Community members can also always dial or text 911 from any phone to reach the 911 dispatch center for emergency assistance. Additional resources are also available in the greater Lafayette community and nationally. https://www.purdue.edu/odos/care/help/resources.html --- Jacqueline C. Linnes, Ph.D. (she/her) Marta E. Gross Associate Professor Director, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering Purdue University Office: Martin C. 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