Seeking Treatment

Immediately following a sexual assault, get emergency medical care. Your physical health should be your first priority. You may have injuries that need immediate attention and it is important to test for sexually transmitted infections and discuss the option of emergency contraception. Transportation to McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford (110 S. Poplar, 513-523-2111) can be arranged, and a victim advocate from the Butler County Rape Crisis Program (513-523-4146) can be with you at the hospital. The hospital has specially trained sexual assault nurse examiners. You will not be billed for services. You should not change clothes or otherwise cleanse yourself before going to the hospital in order to preserve physical evidence that may be needed for investigation and prosecution should you decide to pursue legal remedies.

Seek emotional support. Counseling is available 24 hours a day by calling the independent Butler County Rape Crisis Program at 513-523-4146. This program provides victim advocates who can meet survivors at the hospital, help them work through feelings, discuss options, and offer assistance with referrals and follow-up. Students may also seek assistance from the University's Oxford Student Counseling Service at 513-529-4634 during normal business hours. On-call counselors can be reached at any time through the university police dispatcher at 513-529-2222.

Miami will make changes in your academic (all campuses) and living arrangements (Oxford campus) if you wish. Contact the Office of the Dean of Students, 109 Kreger Hall, at 513-529-1877.