If you, or someone you know, has experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct, it is important to get help as soon as possible. Remember, it is never the fault of the person who experiences any form of sexual misconduct, and it is never OK.
The Northwest campus and community has resources to help and support you or anyone who has experienced sexual misconduct. We can help you get immediate medical services, report the incident, find support, and learn about IU’s policies.
We understand that seeking help when you have experienced sexual misconduct can seem frightening and overwhelming. You might not even be sure what you want to do. That’s okay. You are still encouraged to seek medical help as soon as possible to check for injuries and collect evidence in case you do decide to pursue prosecution. There are several options to find medical care.
You can count on the IU Northwest Campus Health and Wellness Center to help you after sexual assault, domestic violence, and dating violence. Services offered include injury treatment, emergency contraceptive information, and sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment. Services are available to IU Northwest students, staff, and faculty.
The center is located in the Dunes Medical/Professional Building, Room 1027 and is open during the following hours.
Monday 7:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Thursday 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
For help or to make an appointment, call 219-980-7250.
The emergency departments at both Methodist Hospital locations are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can get a free medical exam after sexual violence where specially trained nurses will check for infection and injury and collect evidence, in case you decide to report the incident to the police.
Address: 600 Grant Street, Gary
Phone: 219-886-4000
Address: 8701 Broadway, Merrillville
Phone: 219-738-5500
You should dial or text 911 to contact police immediately if you experience or witness sexual misconduct and are in danger. Reporting the incident to the police does not mean you have to seek prosecution.
If you have decided to file a police report and press charges, you contact the IU Police Department, located at 3400 Broadway, in Room 116 of the Moraine Student Center.
Phone: 219-980-6501
If you or someone you know have experienced sexual violence, there are resources available at Indiana University to offer support and provide information on the options available under university policy.
The organizations listed can provide counseling or advocacy services at no cost to you.
The Counseling Center at IU Northwest can provide you with access to a range of counseling options and refer you to outside resources. It is located in Hawthorn Hall, Room 201.
To make an appointment, call 219-980-6741.
If you or a family member works for Indiana University, the Employee Assistance Program can provide you with professional and confidential counseling. Its services are available to full-time employees, medical residents, and graduate appointees and their household members.
To get started, call their 24-hour help line at 888-234-8327.
The centers listed offer comprehensive mental health services in the community, including counseling.
Edgwater Systems for Balanced Living
1100 West 6th Avenue, Gary
219-885-4264
601 Wall Street, Valparaiso
219-531-3500
450 St. John Road, Suite 601, Michigan City
219-879-0676
South Campus, 8555 Taft, Merrillville
North Campus, 3903 Indianapolis Boulevard, East Chicago
For help, call 219-736-7200 or toll free 1-888-398-7050.
415 North 26th Street, Suite 103
Lafayette, IN 47904
For help, call 765-463-2555 or 800-859-5553.
These organizations offer 24-hour services and support for victims of domestic violence.
Gary Commission for Women/The Rainbow Shelter
Gary, IN
219-886-1600
Haven House
Hammond, IN
219-931-2090
St. Jude House
12490 Marshall Street
Crown Point, IN
800-254-1286
The Stepping Stone
Michigan City, IN
866-879-4615
If in your day-to-day life you are unable to avoid continued contact with the person who hurt you, you can request a change in academic, transportation, and/or work situations. Your request will be reviewed by the appropriate people and may be granted if it is reasonable, even if you haven’t reported the incident.
For help with living arrangements and schedule changes:
Other advocate services may be available.
Legal assistance and representation information can be obtained by contacting the Lake County Bar Association. For help, call 219-738-1905.
If you need to file a Petition for an Order of Protection, you can do so at the Lake County Clerk’s Office.
Lake County Clerk’s Office
2293 North Main Street, Courts Building 1st Floor
Crown Point, IN 46307
219-755-3465
765-973-9220
Indiana University strives to uphold privacy and confidentiality as much as possible, and only shares information with those who have a need to know in order to respond. Individuals who desire anonymity in discussing and seeking assistance about sexual misconduct should contact and/or be referred to a confidential employee on their campus.
