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I’ve just been sexually assaulted, what do I do?

Get somewhere safe.
- Contact Public Safety at 215-991-2111 (on campus) or 911 (off campus) immediately if you’re in danger.
Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
- Philadelphia Sexual Assault Response Center (PSARC), 215-425-1625 (24/7)To collect evidence after a rape or sexual assault, do not bathe, shower, brush your teeth or change your clothes prior to going to PSARC.
- Public Safety can provide an escort. Please call 215-951-1300.
Contact someone for support & resources
- On Campus
  - During Business Hours (M-F from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)
    - Maggie Szeder, Assistant Director, Sexual Misconduct Advocacy & Education, 215-951-1176
  - After Hours (M-F from 4:30 p.m. –8:30 a.m. and 24/7 during weekends and University closures)
    - If you live on campus, contact the residence life coordinator on call.
      - If you don’t have the RA phone number, call Public Safety, 215-951-1300, and request to be connected to Residence Life.
- Off Campus
  - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence (WOAR), 24/7, 215-985-3333

Additional information on safety, medical resources, campus support and reporting options is listed below.

Philadelphia Sexual Assault Response Center (PSARC), 215-425-1625
- 300 E. Hunting Park Ave., Philadelphia, PA
- Medical services available (up to 120 hours after a sexual assault): forensic medical exam, collection of evidence (rape kit), STI & HIV prevention, pregnancy prevention and follow-up care.
- Specially trained, trauma informed Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.
- Services provided are FREE and will not be billed to insurance.
- La 91ֱ�� Public Safety is available for escorts upon request.
Abington Hospital, 215-481-2000
- 1200 Old York Rd. Abington, PA 19001
- Medical services available (up to 120 hours after a sexual assault): forensic medical exam, collection of evidence (rape kit), STI & HIV prevention, pregnancy prevention and follow-up care.
- Insurance MAY BE BILLED for services.

Student Health Center, 215-951-1565
- 1st floor of St. Benilde Tower, Suite 1026
- Medical services available: basic primary care support, STI testing ($40 out of pocket or billed through insurance)
- NOTE: Cannot do evidence collection or provide STI, HIV or pregnancy prevention medications.
Philadelphia Public Health Resource Hub
- 5301 Chew Ave 19138 (between Game Stop & Dunkin Donuts at the Shoppes at La 91ֱ��).
- Medical services available: Free STI and HIV testing (Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
- No appointment necessary.

Confidential On-Campus Support

Maggie Szeder, Asst. Director of Sexual Misconduct Advocacy & Education
- Call 215-951-1176 or email szeder@lasalle.edu
- Services: victim/survivor advocacy and support, information regarding on and off campus resources, on-campus accommodations/protections, and reporting assistance.
La 91ֱ�� Student Counseling Center, 215-951-1355
- During Business Hours (M-F, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)
  - To schedule an appointment, email studentcounseling@lasalle.edu or call 215-951-1355.
  - Walk-in appointments available each weekday between 1-2 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.
- After Hours (M-F from 4:30 p.m. –8:30 a.m. and 24/7 during weekends and University closures)
  - Call 215-951-1355 and selection option 2
University Ministry, Service, and Support, 215-951-1048
- Services: spiritual resources from staff including an ordained priest, off-campus housing options, and food insecurity considerations, among other things.

Confidential Off-Campus Support

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7), 988
- Call or text 988
Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence (WOAR), 24-hour hotline, 215-985-3333
- Advocacy, support, and resources for sexual assault victims/survivors.
- Free individual and group counseling services.
Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline, 24-hour hotline, 1-866-723-3014
- Safety planning, resources and emergency shelter
Women In Transition, 215-751-1111
- Support Line hours: M-F 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Safety planning, resources and advocacy for domestic violence victims/survivors
- Free individual and group counseling services

Students are encouraged to file reports with the university, off campus, or both.

To report the incident to Philadelphia Police Department (PPD):

La 91ֱ�� Public Safety can assist a student in filing a formal report, 215-951-1300
Philadelphia Sexual Assault Response Center (PSARC), 215-685-3251
- 300 E. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19124
- La 91ֱ�� Public Safety can provide transportation
Philadelphia Police Department, 911

To report the incident to the University: