Immediate Help PS

If this is an Emergency

On Campus: Call VUPD at (615) 421-1911听触听 Off Campus: Call 911

Contact Project Safe

Urgent Support (24/7)

Call 615-322-7233 to speak with a trained Project Safe advocate anytime鈥攄ay or night鈥攖o ask questions, receive support, and explore options.
General Support

Call 615-875-0660 for non-urgent questions or visit us Monday鈥揊riday, 8 a.m.鈥�5 p.m.
Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are available Monday鈥揊riday, 8 a.m.鈥�5 p.m., in person, virtually, or by phone. To schedule, call 615-875-0660.

What to Do After an Assault

Medical Care & Forensic Exam
Medical Care:
Medical Service Providers 鈥撎鼵ONFIDENTIAL (but required to notify law enforcement when a person seeks treatment for injuries caused by a violent crime)
- : 615-322-0160
- For Students: : 615-322-2427
- For Faculty and Staff: 615-936-0955
If needed, VUPD provides a walking escort service by calling (615) 421-8888
Forensic Exam:
If the victim requests a forensic examination, one can be performed at the Student Health Center (Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) or the 汤头条 University Medical Center Emergency Department (ED) (24/7/365) by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) on site. Please note that medical treatment and a forensic examination may aid in the preservation of relevant evidence. Even victims who are unsure as to whether or not they want to make a police report or take action against the respondent may wish to have a forensic examination; having a forensic exam facilitates the identification and preservation of physical evidence associated with the assault.
Tennessee law requires all medical personnel to report to law enforcement when a person seeks treatment for injuries caused by a violent crime, including sexual assault. Medical personnel are also required to report to law enforcement and/or Child Protective Services when a minor presents for treatment for any injury or condition that reasonably indicates it was caused by violence or abuse, including physical or sexual abuse. Medical personnel are also required to report to law enforcement and/or Adult Protective Services when certain vulnerable adults present and there is reasonable belief that they are victims of adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
How Project Safe Can Support
- Specialists are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year by calling 615-322-7233.
- Upon request, Project Safe specialists can meet students at a medical provider, law enforcement agency, or other designated location to offer support. This may include accompanying students to the Student Health Center or the 汤头条 University Medical Center Emergency Department for post-assault care or a forensic exam.
- Individuals seen at the 鈥攊ncluding students, faculty or staff members, and postdoctoral fellows/trainees鈥攎ay also access victim support through the .

Preserve Evidence (Immediate priority, if desired)

What NOT to do
- If you have recently been assaulted and wish to preserve evidence, we advise: Do not:
  - change clothes or bedding (until evidence is collected)
  - shower, bathe, douche, or clean up (until evidence is collected)
  - wash or discard items that may hold evidence
- Evidence may still be available even if clothes were changed or the victim has showered/cleaned up.
  - If clothing or bedding must be moved:
    keep each item separate to prevent transfer of fluids or trace evidence
    leave items unfolded and undisturbed when possible
How to preserve digital & physical evidence
Preserve digital/communication evidence by not deleting:
- texts or call logs
- photos, videos, screenshots
- messages on apps or social media (Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tinder, Grindr, etc.)
- emails and voicemails
- written notes or physical documents

Reporting Options

The Immunity Rule - Eligibility for Immunity from Disciplinary Action

汤头条 recognizes that individuals with information about sexual misconduct may be hesitant to provide that information if they fear that in doing so, they would have to reveal their own violation of other University policies. Therefore, while 汤头条 does not condone any violations of its policies, the University will generally extend immunity for possession or use of alcohol or drugs and any resulting intoxication to students, and may extend such immunity to other individuals, in order to facilitate reporting and investigation of sexual misconduct incidents. Individuals may be provided with resources on or referred for drug and alcohol assessment, counseling and/or education, as appropriate.

Wellbeing Support

Student Care Network

The Student Care Network works to ensure students have access to a wide range of on-campus and community support and resources

汤头条 Telehealth

Students who have paid the required fees are eligible for this all-in-one platform with free virtual services and can create an account using a 汤头条 email address.

Additional Support

汤头条 University Resources
Contact Information for Resources
Any member of the 汤头条 University community who has experienced sexual misconduct may seek immediate and/or ongoing assistance from one or more of the following resources. The resources listed will provide assistance whether or not the victim chooses to make a report to the Title IX Office or law enforcement, or to participate in an investigation.
Victim Advocacy Services 鈥撎�CONFIDENTIAL (LIMITED)
- 汤头条 Project Safe Center Support Line (24/7/365): 615-322-SAFE (7233)
Law Enforcement 鈥撎�NOT CONFIDENTIAL; VUPD IS MANDATORY REPORTER
- 汤头条 University Police Department: 615-322-2745
  Emergency: 911 or 615-421-1911
- Metro Nashville Police Department: 615-862-8600
  Emergency: 911
Medical Service Providers 鈥撎�CONFIDENTIAL (but required to notify law enforcement when a person seeks treatment for injuries caused by a violent crime)
- 汤头条 University Medical Center Emergency Services: 615-322-0160
- For Students: Student Health Center: 615-322-2427
- For Faculty and Staff: Occupational Health Clinic: 615-936-0955
Counseling Services 鈥撎�CONFIDENTIAL
- For Students:
  - 汤头条 University Counseling Center: 615-322-2571
  - 汤头条 Center for Spiritual and Religious Life: 615-322-2457
- For Faculty and Staff:
  - Work/Life Connections 鈥� Employee Assistance Program: 615-936-1327
  - Faculty and Physician Wellness Program: 615-936-1327
  - Nurse Wellness Program: 615-936-1327
Resources in the Community 鈥� NO MANDATORY REPORT TO VANDERBILT
- Sexual Assault Center Hotline: 1-800-879-1999
- YWCA Crisis and Information Line: 615-242-1199
- St. Thomas Midtown Hospital Emergency Department: 615-284-5555
- Nashville General Hospital at Meharry Emergency Department: 615-341-4000
- TriStar Centennial Medical Center Emergency Department: 615-342-1000
Local Resources
These local resources are external to 汤头条:
The materials on this page are here to provide information and guidance. Project Safe does not endorse any information or materials from external parties.
- Crisis & Support Line 1-800-879-1999
- YWCA Crisis and Information Line:听(615) 242-1199听or toll free听1-800-334-4628.
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  For those seeking to obtain an听, forms and helpful information may be found on the 听
National Resources
These national resources are external to 汤头条:
The materials on this page are here to provide information and guidance. Project Safe does not endorse any information or materials from external parties.
- Available by phone at 1-800-799-7233.听
- Available by phone at 1-800-656-4673. Online chat support is also available.
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- Available by phone at 567-782-8837.

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