Title: Sexual assault on college campuses | Office on Women's Health
Headings: Sexual assault on college campuses
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Sexual assault on college campuses
Sexual assault on college campuses
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Content: You need to know where you can get help if you need it. Know where the campus sexual assault center, the campus police, and the campus health center are. Find the campus emergency phones and put the campus security number into your cellphone. Have a plan to get home. If you are going to use a ride sharing app, make sure your phone is charged. Consider keeping a credit card or cash as a backup for a taxi. Find other tips for safety on campus at the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. What should I do if I am sexually assaulted while in college? If you are sexually assaulted, it is not your fault, regardless of the circumstances. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.