Reporting Options
Many survivors of sexual violence choose to report
what happened to law enforcement or other officials
and seek vital support services. However, many other
survivors choose to share their experience and receive
those vital support services on a confidential basis.
Law Enforcement Assistance
Survivors of sexual violence or other crimes may
contact the Methodist University Police Department
(910.630.7577) for assistance and support at any time.
University Police will discuss legal options and help
link survivors with support services both on and off
campus.
You may also call 9-1-1 or contact Police Sgt. K. Berg
with the Sexual Violence Unit at 910.433.1812 or
kberg@ci.fay.nc.us.
Confidential On-Campus Support
The Center for Personal Development 910.630.7150
Located in Pearce Hall, licensed professional
counselors are here to help you, provide advocacy and
offer you confidential support.
Darlene Hopkins | dhopkins@methodist.edu
Heather Regan | hregan@methodist.edu
Dianna Cordero | dcordero@methodist.edu
Other Support Services on Campus Include:
Student Health Center | 910.630.7164
Campus Ministries | 910.630.7157
Dean of Students William Walker | 910.630.7030
Associate Dean of Students Todd Harris | 910.630.7152
Survivors of Sexual Assault may choose to receive
off campus services from:
Rape Crisis Volunteers of Cumberland County
910.584.7273
Rape Crisis Hotline | 1.800.656.HOPE
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center | 910.615.4000 or
888.728.WELL
Employee Assistance Program | 910.829.1731
Additional Information Regarding Sexual
Misconduct on Campus
u In order to preserve evidence, including DNA,
it is advised you do not bathe, shower, use the
restroom, change clothes, comb or wash hair
before speaking with a professional and/or law
enforcement officer.
u Victims of sexual harassment and violence can be
assisted in changing living, working,
transportation, and academic situations. Contact
Housing and Residence Life at 910.630.7626.
u Every effort to review a complaint will be
handled in a manner that protects the privacy and
confidentiality of all parties. However, a request
for complete confidentiality may limit the extent to
which a thorough investigation can be conducted.
u To see a detailed written explanation of
complainants rights and options as well as the full
student conduct process, please visit the Methodist
University Student Handbook located at
www.methodist.edu/student_life/handbook.htm
Responding to Sexual Violence
Campus
SaVe Act
Understanding the Campus SaVe Act and
Methodist University
The Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act is a
new law affecting all colleges and Universities in the
United States. It was enacted in 2013 and is intended
to help protect students from sexual violence and
harassment. An amendment to the Clery Act,
the Campus SaVe Act focuses on prevention and
awareness regarding sexual misconduct and related
offenses.
Methodist University prohibits the offenses of
domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault,
and stalking. All such reported offenses will
be investigated and appropriate action taken in
accordance with law and University policy.
Definitions of Criminal Offenses under
the SaVe Act and by the State of NC
Domestic Violence and Dating Violence:
Causing or attempting to cause bodily injury to
a current or former spouse, someone you live
with, a parent, child, grandparent or grandchild,
someone you have a child with, someone you live
with or formerly lived with or someone you are
romantically involved with over time and on a
continuing basis.
Sexual Assault: A person commits sexual assault
or sexual battery if that person: engages in a
sexual act (including touching) by force and
against the will of another person or engages in
a sexual act (including touching) with a person
who is mentally incapacitated or otherwise
helpless or engages in a sexual act with a child.
Stalking: Occurs when a person willfully, and on
more than one occasion, harasses another person
or engages in a course of conduct which: causes
that other person to fear for their safety or the
safety of their family or which causes substantial
emotional distress.
Procedures at Methodist University
If Methodist University determines that any
student or employee has engaged in any sexual
violence, disciplinary action up to and including
expulsion or termination of employment may be
taken. Methodist University will promptly, fairly,
and impartially investigate and adjudicate reports
of sexual harassment and violence in accordance
with established “Title IX Procedures” found in the
Student, Faculty and Staff Handbooks. Methodist
University’s investigators and adjudicators will be
trained on issues related to sexual harassment and
violence.