University Conduct Office

If you do not want your case addressed through the criminal justice system, another alternative is available. Cases involving students who are accused of non-academic misconduct might be assigned to the Office of Student Conduct. Persons found guilty of sexual assault, forcible or non-forcible, could be placed on probation or suspended from OSU. The accuser and accused have the same right (if any) to have others present during disciplinary hearing. The accuser and accused shall be notified of the outcome of a campus disciplinary proceeding. You may obtain further information by contacting the Student Conduct Office at 744-5470. A copy of the Student's Rights and Responsibilities can also be obtained at various locations on campus.

University Counseling Services

OSU University Counseling Services provides individual and group counseling services for those victimized by sexual or physical assault. Services are available to all Oklahoma State University students, regardless of gender, and their significant others. Stillwater Domestic Violence Services are also available to assist victims of sexual assault. See "Other Resources" for telephone numbers.

The psychological and emotional trauma after a sexual assault can be painful. Possible symptoms include: eating disorders, sleep disturbances, lack of trust, feelings of guilt, depression, mood swings, and relationship and communication problems. Sexual assault incidents can only be reduced when men and women understand the dynamics involved in sexual assaults and are willing to participate in educational programming and ongoing communication.

Timely Warnings

The OSU Police carefully review all reports of criminal activity and when appropriate warns the OSU community of serious crimes or threats occurring on or near campus.

Upon completion of reviewing all information, the OSU Police may provide warnings to the OSU community. These warnings are posted on the OSU Police website located at www.osupd.okstate.edu. Depending on the nature and level of the threat, other forms of media may be also used to disseminate timely warnings. These may be sent via voice mail, or timely warnings sent electronically to campus email accounts.

Timely warnings now include changes in homeland security as threat levels are elevated or reduced. Current warnings, including the level of threat and pertinent information are posted on the website.

As always, reports may be received directly or from any University official who contributes to the Annual Crime Report.