Among other initiatives, October is also recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) evolved from the “Day of Unity” in October 1981 conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
During DVAM, victim advocates, allied professionals, survivors of abuse, their loved ones, and the surrounding community come together to mourn the lives lost to domestic violence, celebrate the progress that has been made to end this epidemic, and connect with others working to create change.
Our campus is working together to create change through prevention and education efforts made by the Sexual Harassment and Assault Resources & Education (SHARE) through the year but recognizes October as an opportunity to stand together with the nation. Please see the list of event opportunities below to stand with us and SHARE against sexual violence. Questions regarding events and/or accommodation requests should be made directly to Sara Holtzman at holtzmas@Lawrence.edu. More information may be found on SHARE’s Website, the IDEAS Division Website, and on the LU Calendar.
October 5: Our Stories Are NOT Meant For Everyone
5:30-6:30 p.m. | Wriston Auditorium
Listen to President Carter and Title IX Coordinator Sara Holtzman, talk about survivor rights and the important to respect personal privacy.
October 10: The Clothesline Project
3-5 p.m. | Warch Campus Center
Stop by to decorate a t-shirt to increase awareness of the impact of interpersonal violence, to celebrate strength and resiliency, and to provide a means to break through the silence that often surrounds interpersonal violence.
October 17: DVAM Volleyball Game
7 p.m. | Alexander Gymnasium
Watch your fellow Lawrentians complete against Carrol College and learn more about Domestic Violence Awareness month in the process.
October 25: Take Back The Night
7-9 p.m. | Main Hall Green
Stand together to share and hear about personal experiences with sexual misconduct in the speak out, march with our community in solidarity to stop sexual violence, and learn more about sexual violence, signs and prevention with community and on-campus resources.
If you or someone you know would like to seek support please see the list of resources below, or look to the Equity and Title IX website for more information and resources.
Emergency Contacts
- 911 – connection to immediate medical help and law enforcement
- 988 – connection to immediate mental health help
- 800-656-4673 – National Sexual Assault Hotline RAINN
- 800-799-7233 – National Domestic Violence Hotline
On Campus Resources
CONFIDENTIAL SUPPORT: NOT Responsible Employees/mandated reporters
- Wellness Services wellnessservices@lawrence.edu, 920-832-6574, Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center,
Counseling and medical staff available 8-12 and 1-4:30 pm: Call 920-832-6574 to schedule an appointment. Same-day appointments are available for urgent needs.
- LU Counseling Line (24/7 access): 920-419-8167
- Deans of Spiritual & Religious Life: spiritual.religious.life@lawrence.edu 920-832-7167; 739 East Alton Street, 8-5, Mon-Fri
- Rev. Terra Winston-Sage: 920-832-6947,
- Campus Advocate, rachel@reachcounseling.com
You may make a non-confidential report with Title IX Coordinator, Sara Holtzman by submitting a report online, calling 920-832-7496, stopping by Memorial Hall, room 100, or emailing holtzmas@lawrence.edu or titleix@larence.edu.
Additional on-campus non-confidential reporters include but are not limited to:
- Campus Safety | 920-832-9666
- Dean of Students | Raymond House
- Housing & Residential Education | 920-832-6600, Raymond House
- Human Resources | 1025 E South River St
- Officials with Authority | 1025 E South River St