Sexual Assault Resources
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*All linked information from the Reaching Out Handbook: Resources for Responding to Students in Distress used with permission from Boise State University's Health Services.
THE STUDENT WHO IS A VICTIM OF SEXUAL ASSAULT
Sexual assault is sexual contact by one person against another without consent. The law defines consent as positive cooperation in act or attitude pursuant to an exercise of free will. Consent may not be inferred from silence or passivity. A current or previous relationship (including marriage) does not constitute consent.
Sexual assaults are predominately committed by men against women. However, men can be assaulted by women. Same-sex assaults do occur as well. The majority of assaults (90%) are committed by an acquaintance of the victim and involve the use of alcohol by one or both persons. Incidents of sexual assault are against the law and university policy.
There are many emotional and psychological reactions that victims of rape and/or sexual assault can experience. One of the most common of these is depression. Additionally, survivors of sexual assault may experience severe feelings of anxiety, stress or fear, known as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), as a direct result of the assault.
*Faculty, instructors, and staff at MSU are required reporters for any potential instances of sexual violence, sexual harassment, dating/relationship violence, stalking, and sexual assault, regardless of when or where the incident occurred. They are to report this information to the Office of Institutional Equity. Students, Family Members and Friends are not required but are welcome to make a report. To report a concern to the Office of Institutional Equity, please visit: www.montana.edu/equity.
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If there is immediate risk to life or property, call 911.