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As of August 2024, the role of Campus Advocate – a confidential resource supporting students directly or indirectly affected by sexual violence – is currently vacant.

We are actively working to hire for this role.

 

In the interim, we recommend these confidential resources:

Confidential Resources

TESSA – Local victim advocacy in Colorado Springs 
Tessacs.org for chat: M-F 7:30 am – 4:00 pm 
24/7 hotline: 719-633-3819 
  
Counseling Center 
Yalich Student Services Center, 2nd floor 
counseling@coloradocollege.edu 
719-389-6093  
 
24/7 Mental Health Support 
Uwill.com; telehealth counseling 
After-hours crisis: 833-646-1526  
 
Ombuds Office 
Ty Nagamatsu, El Pomar 321 
  
Chaplain’s Office 
Kate Holbrook, Shove Chapel 
719-389-7986
   
The National Assault Hotline (RAINN) 
24/7 Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673) 
24/7 Chat: hotline.rainn.org/online 
  
Colorado Mental Health Line 
24/7 crisis hotline – call or text 988 
Chat: 988colorado.com 
   
Trans Lifeline
Open M - F 11:00 AM – 7:00M
Hotline: 877-565-8860
  
Trevor Project
Chat: Send START to 678-678
Hotline: 1-866-488-7386
 

For the survivor/victim, sexual violence is often a traumatic event. Trauma is a response to something that is emotionally painful and distressing, and overwhelms an individual's ability to cope. Trauma is subjective, and individuals may experience a wide range of emotions. There is no one way to respond to trauma. 

If you or a friend has experienced sexual violence, the college has a range of resources that can assist you in understanding options for next steps, including:

  • Obtaining medical attention
  • Survivor-centered emotional support
  • Safety planning options
  • Information regarding reporting options

View the Support and Reporting Options and Procedures and Medical and Legal Options pages for more information.

Remember that aside from designated confidential resources, all CC employees are mandatory reporters (including RAs). This means that if you mention identifying details to an employee who isn't a confidential resource, they are legally obligated to report to the Title IX coordinator. If you don't want to start a Title IX process or aren't sure yet, speak to confidential resources like the Chaplain, or the Counseling Center

Confidential Resources

Chaplain Kate Holbrook: Confidential care for support and resources

The Counseling Center: The Counseling Center staff is available to support students. Students can schedule appointments by calling (719) 389-6093 or emailing counselingcenter@coloradocollege.edu

 


Non-Confidential Resources 

Wellness Resource Center: The WRC staff is active and working to support students on campus! Check out the website and social media for updates on virtual events and passive programming.

CC Office for Civil Rights and Title IX: The Office for Civil Rights and Title IX is a resource for all students, staff, and faculty for concerns involving discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct (including sexual harassment and sexual assault), dating/domestic violence, stalking, and related retaliation. The Interim Title IX Coordinator, Joshua Isringhausen, can be reached at:

The Butler Center: The Butler Center is a private, but not confidential, resource that serves as the student center for antiracism, diversity, equity & inclusion. The Butler Center is committed to cultivating an antiracist campus through education, advocacy, and celebration. Key support and outreach happen through coalition building, identity development, advising, facilitated dialogues, educational workshops, and one-on-one mentoring. 

Campus Safety:

  • Emergency: (719) 389-6911
  • Non-Emergency: (719)389-6707
Local Resources
  • Haseya Advocate Program: for Native survivors of sexual and domestic violence - 719-600-3939
  • TESSA: Confidential, 24/7 community-based advocacy for survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Safe Line: 719-633-3819
  • Colorado Springs Police Department: CSPD has a victim advocacy department for those involved in the criminal justice system. Always call 9-1-1 if in immediate danger.
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Support is Always Available

CC Counseling Center
Phone (M-F 9am-5pm): 719-389-6093
Email: counselingcenter@coloradcollege.edu

After Hours
24/7 Mental Health Support for Students (free and unlimited)

Off-Campus Confidential Resources
TESSA (local to Colorado Springs)  The National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)