If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, it can be stressful to know what to do in the state of crisis. Based on concerning numbers from last year’s BU sexual misconduct survey, the University has addressed plans to take action. After the recent assault case in West Campus, BUPD notified students to be aware of their surroundings and to remember safety in numbers. As important as it is for universities to respond to sexual assault, students should know how to take their own action.
Listed below are BU resources and Boston-area counselors for assistance. Your Terrier Card is valuable because the Crisis and Sexual Assault hotline and on-campus emergency numbers are on the back.
Boston University:
Behavioral Medicine: 617-353-3569
Student Heath Services: 617-353-3575
Sexual Assault Response & Prevention Center (SARP): 617-353-SARP (7277)
The Center for Gender, Sexuality, and Activism: 617-358-5575
The University Service Center (USC): 617-358-1818
Judicial Affairs: 617-358-0700
Boston University Police Department: 617-353-2121 or 911
In-City:
Beth Israel Deaconess – Emergency Medicine: 617-754-2323
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center: 800-841-8371
Fenway Health Violence Recovery Program: 617-927-6250
GLBTQ Domestic Violence Project: 800-832-1901
Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network (RAINN): 800-656-HOPE (4673)
It’s important to remember that you do not have to go through any situation alone. The Crisis Intervention Counselor at SARP will give you information and support, while maintaining your confidentiality. The Crisis Intervention Counselor can help you understand how you are feeling and what your options are. You can say “no” to any of the options presented to you.