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Fort Hays State University Police today received notice of a sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours on Sunday, Sept. 20, in one of the residence halls on campus. An investigation has begun, and no additional information is available at this time.
Resources are available on and off campus to provide assistance in the case of sexual assaults. For support, contact University Police at 628-5304 or, after hours, call 625-1011. In the case of an emergency, call 911. Support also is available from the Student Health Center at 628-4293, the Kelly Center at 628-4401 and from Options — Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Inc. at 625-3055.
In the interest of campus safety, we want everyone to be aware that an incident has been reported. Additional information is available on the homepage of the FHSU website, www.fhsu.edu.
A student or employee in violation of FHSU sexual misconduct policies faces sanctions up to and including expulsion or termination.You also have the option to make a policy complaint. Dr. Keegan Nichols, chief Title IX coordinator for Fort Hays State, is available at 628-5824 to explain and answer questions about reporting options.
We strongly encourage victims to seek medical attention immediately, even if there are no obvious physical injuries. A sexual assault examination is free and conducted by a specially trained nurse. An examination does not obligate someone to an investigation; however, it allows evidence to be collected and preserved in the event someone chooses to authorize a criminal investigation at a later time. Victims may also receive medication for prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.
Remember that consensual sex occurs when both partners agree to engage in sexual activity. Consent should always be mutual, voluntary, enthusiastic and given without pressure, intimidation, or fear.