If you have experienced a sexual assault:
You may be experiencing many thoughts and feelings that are difficult to process. First, make sure you are safe. If you are feeling unsafe, and may be in danger, call 911. If you are safe, you have several options for support. Many sexual assault survivors choose to immediately go to the emergency room for medical attention, and/or seek services from a sexual assault nurse examiner, and may also at some point decide to report the assault to authorities. However, it is okay to not know what you want to do. You have time to decide. There are several options for support and reporting.
Please read Steps You Can Take After Sexual Assault
What is a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam?
Confidential Supportive Resources on Campus – These individuals are not mandated to report to authorities and offer confidential assistance.
Office of Counseling Services
Slane Center | 3rd Floor | 336-888-6352
Student Health Services-Novant Health providers
Parkway Commons | 336-841-4683
HPU Chapel Services and Religious Life (Ordained staff)
Hayworth Chapel | 336-841-9241
Confidential Off-Campus Resources
Family Service of the Piedmont (Sexual Assault Services): 1401 Long Street High Point, NC , 336-889-6161
Family Justice Center : 505 E. Green Dr., High Point, NC 27260
(336) 641-SAFE (7233)
(336) 641-2889 Direct
National Sexual Assault Hotline, 800.656.HOPE (4673)
Non-Confidential Campus Resources – Any staff member or faculty that is aware of sexual assault is mandated to report to campus officials.
You may also choose to report to High Point University’s Title IX Office
Title IX Coordinator, 336-841-9138
HPU Campus Police and Security, Emergency: 336-841-9111, Non-Emergency: 336-841-9112
Concerned for someone?
You may choose to submit a Care Alert Referral. These referrals should NOT be used for mental health emergencies.
Please note that Care Alert Referrals are processed through the Office of Student Life and not the Office of Counseling Services.
