Survivor Advocacy Services Resources
Helpful Numbers
UTC Police Department
423-425-4357
University Health Services
423-425-2266
Dean of Students
423-425-4761
Counseling Center
423-425-4438
Title IX Coordinator
423-425-4255
Family Violence and
Sexual Assault HOTLINE
(24 Hours)
423-755-2700
SERVICES WE PROVIDE
ACCOMPANIMENT
- Medical accompaniment
- Court accompaniment
- Resources for Title IX process
- Referrals to on- and off-campus resources
SUPPORTIVE MEASURES
- Coordination of safe housing
- Safety planning (i.e. escorts, no contact directives)
- Work schedule changes
- Crisis Intervention
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
- Academic supportive measures (i.e. class excuses, delayed exams)
- Requests for leniency
*some accommodations may need to be approved through the Title IX Office. Consult with your advocate about the resources available.
SUPPORT SERVICES
On-Campus Support Services
(CONFIDENTIAL)
Survivor Advocacy Services A safe space for students impacted by sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking to discuss carious reporting options, accommodations, safety planning, and both on and off campus support services. 423-425-5648
Counseling Center Provides professional help regarding the effects of trauma, including suicidal thoughts. 423-425-4438
University Health Services On-campus resource offering a range of health-related services for students involved in relationship violence and sexual assault, including STI screening. 425-425-2266
Off-Campus Support Services
(CONFIDENTIAL)
Partnership Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline Provides 24 hour referrals, crisis intervention, shelter services, counseling. 423-755-2700
On-Campus Support Services
(NON-CONFIDENTIAL)
Housing and Residence Life Professional and student staff are available 24 hours a day to assist students and ensure safety. Visit your RA or RD, stop by your complex office or contact housing staff.
423-425-4394
Dean of Students Dedicated to the safety and well-being of the UTC community.
423-425-4761
Reporting Options
EMERGENCIES: 911
Law Enforcement For UTC Police, call: 423-425-4357 for Chattanooga Police Department, call 423-686-2525
Title IX Coordinator Title IX protects any person from sex-based discrimination, including sexual assault. 423-425-4255
Reporting to UTC Employee Victims and survivors are encouraged to speak to officials of the University to make reports of the incident. The University considers these people to be a "Mandatory Reporter."
OUR OFFICE
Survivor Advocacy Services is located in the Center for Women and Gender Equity within Lupton Hall. Appointments are encouraged but walk-in appointments are available. You can also contact us directly by email, [email protected].
In the event of an emergency, or if you witness violence occurring, call 911 or campus police dispatch at 425-4357 immediately.
UTC/Campus Resources
Survivor Advocacy Services: 425-5648
Counseling Center: 425-4438
Dean of Students: 425-4761
University Health Services: 425-2266
Title IX Coordinator: 425-4255
UTC Police Department: 425-4357
Community Resources
Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline: 755-2700
Provides 24 hour referrals, crisis intervention, shelter services, counseling.
Partnership for Families, Children & Adults: 755-2822
Legal Aid of East Tennessee: 756-4013
This office can assist with orders of protection and legal issues surrounding violence for free or low cost.
Other Area Resources:
Chattanooga Police Department: 698-2525
Hamilton County Sheriffs Department: 209-7000
Hamilton County District Attorney's Office: 209-7400
Adult Protective Services: 634-6624
Tennessee Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline:To report abuse or neglect: 1-877-237-0004
State and National Resources
RAINN Hotline: Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network: (800) 656-HOPE (4643)
National Information and Referral Services
loveisrespect.org
Information on dating violence, healthy relationships and LGBTQQIA issues
Know Your IX: Empowering Students to Stop Sexual Violence
Information on Title IX and universities responsibilities
1 in 6.org
Help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences in childhood live healthier, happier lives. They also provide support to families and friends.
Clery Center for Security on Campus
Information on the Clery Act and its enforcement
Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence: (800) 289-9018
Statewide Information and Referral Services
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence: (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
National Information and Referral Services
9 to 5: National Association of Working Women: 1-800-522-0925
National Job Problem Hotline: 1-800-522-0925
National hotline for sexual harassment information.
Tennessee State Victim Compensation Information: (615) 741-2734
Information about Reimbursement for Crime Related Expenses
National Organization for Victim Assistance: (703) 535-6682
Information on Victim's Rights of All Types