Students and non-Marquette employees are not mandatory reporters of sexual misconduct at the university. However, if a student, faculty or staff member tells you they are a victim of sexual misconduct, you are encouraged to report it. It is important to provide that person with support and encourage the person to seek out the on and off- campus resources. You can report to:

• Title IX coordinator or any Title IX deputy coordinator
• MUPD

Tips for Responding to a Report of Sexual Misconduct:

• Believe what the person is telling you.
• It takes a lot of courage for someone to share what has happened, and they trust you to help.
• Listen, but don’t press for details.
• Asking for details can result in the victim feeling blamed. Let them decide how much to share and when.
• What to say:
• “I believe you.”
• “It’s not your fault.”
• “I am sorry this happened.”
• “No one deserves to be hurt like that.”
• “I want to help. Can I call Advocacy Services for you?”
• Offer support.
• Due to the sensitive nature of sexual misconduct, recognize that he or she might be struggling with painful feelings such as anger, fear, denial, or embarrassment.
• Give assurance that campus resources are available to help. Encourage them to take advantage of the resources available.
• Seeking assistance from any resource must always be the survivor’s choice and you must respect the person’s decision.
• A university victim advocate can be reached at (414) 288-5244. The advocates are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The advocates can provide support and information about campus and community resources.
• Respect privacy.
• It is important not to share information about the assault with others who are not involved, with the exception of the Title IX coordinator, MUPD or a victim advocate if you are a mandated reporter.

Resources

Reporting Options

For more information, visit FAQs of mandatory reporting and maintaining a harassment-free educational environment in the classroom.