Title IX Resources

Law Enforcement Assistance:

• In an emergency, call 911.
• Contact the Office of Public Safety and Security: 610-660-1111.

Medical Assistance:
It is important to receive medical attention as soon as possible following a sexual assault. Treatment for injuries, sexually transmitted infections (STI) and HIV medication are all options, in addition to a forensic exam.

A forensic exam, completed by a medical practitioner, is the process through which physical evidence is collected. It is recommended that individuals who wish to pursue legal action receive this examination. Individuals who receive a forensic exam should not shower, bathe, douche, brush their teeth, or otherwise discard or conceal any evidence. Forensic exams are free of charge to victims of assault and will not be billed to the victim or the insurance company. The University does provide escorts for students to get medical assistance. You can learn more about escorts on the Public Safety website. 

A forensic exam and comprehensive care can be provided at the following locations:

• The Philadelphia Sexual Assault Response Center (PSARC) (Philadelphia County)
  • 300 E. Hunting Park Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19124
  • 215-800-1589 (non-emergency phone)
  • 215-425-1625 (for on-call Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner/SANE)
• Lankenau Medical Center (Montgomery County)
  • 100 E. Lancaster Ave., Wynnewood, PA 19096
  •  484-476-2000
• Bryn Mawr Hospital (Montgomery County)
  • 130 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 19101 
  • 484-337-3000
     

The following resources maintain confidentiality, and any information disclosed to a confidential resource will not be reported to the Title IX Coordinator and will not initiate any University response.

On-Campus:

• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
  • Merion Gardens A504
  • Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • 610-660-1090
• Student Health Center
  • 5600 City Ave.
  • Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • 610-660-1175
  • health@sju.edu 
• Employee Assistance Program (for employees)
  • 888-293-6948 (24/7 line)
• Rape Education and Prevention Program (R.E.P.P.)
  • 610-733-9650
• Campus Ministry (Pastoral counselors/clergy when advising in that capacity)
  • Wolfington Center
  • 610-660-1030

Off-Campus:

• Victim Services Center of Montgomery County
  • 1-888-521-0983
• Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence (Formerly Women Organized Against Rape)
  • 215-985-3333
• Women’s Center of Montgomery County
  • 1-800-773-2424
• Women Against Abuse
  • 1-866-723-3014 (24-hour hotline)
• Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
  • 1-799-SAFE (24-hour national hotline)
• National Sexual Assault Hotline
  • 800-656-HOPE

We encourage all individuals who are impacted by sexual misconduct, including Complainants, Respondents, reporting parties, witnesses, friends and family members, to seek support. Complainants and Respondents are both entitled to reasonable supportive measures. The Title IX Coordinator can assist individuals in accessing supportive measures, such as academic, housing, or work accommodations, transportation services, no contact orders, and other measures intended to ensure the safety of individuals and the campus community. In addition to the confidential resources listed above, the following offices on campus can provide additional support and assistance: 

• Office of Student Outreach & Support
  • Campion Student Center, 231
  • 610-660-1149
  • sos@sju.edu 
• Office of Residence Life
  • LaFarge Hall, 1st Floor
  • 610-660-1060
  • reslife@sju.edu 
• Office of Community Standards
  • Campion Student Center, 243h
  • 610-660-1046
  • communitystandards@sju.edu
• Office of Human Resources
  • 215 City Ave.
     

With limited exceptions indicated in the Confidential Resources section, the University has designated all employees, including faculty, adjunct and visiting faculty, administrators, and staff, as Responsible Employees. This includes student employees such as Graduate Assistants, Graduate Interns and Resident Assistants as well. If a Responsible Employee becomes aware of an alleged act of Sexual Misconduct (including Sexual Harassment) that could violate this Policy, then they must promptly contact the Title IX Coordinator and report what they know. The Responsible Employee should use the Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form found In the Nest under Useful Links & Tools on the Employee tab. Alternatively, the Responsible Employee may email the Title IX Coordinator or one of the Deputy Title IX Coordinators and then follow-up by completing the form.