On-Campus & Community Resources
If you or someone you know has experienced victimization, there are campus and community resources that can help.
On-Campus Resources
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
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caps.wcu.eduProvides counseling services for WCU students. 225 Bird Building If you have an after-hours emergency, please call 828.227.7469 and follow the prompts to speak with a crisis clinician. |
Student Concern Response Team (SCRT)
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scrt.wcu.eduProvides services to students who have difficulties or show concerning behaviors. 828.227.7147 |
Title IX Office |
Title IX Office websiteCoordinates WCU’s compliance with Title IX. Responsibilities include overseeing all complaints of gender discrimination and sexual harassment. H.F.R. Suite 520 |
WCU Police Department
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police.wcu.eduProvides law enforcement services for the WCU campus community. The Police Victims Services Office provides support services for victims and survivors of sensitive crimes, including hate crimes, sexual assault, assaults and robberies, relationship violence, and stalking.
114 East University Way Non-emergency: |
Community Resources
| Center for Domestic Peace |
cdpjaxcountync.org
Provides services to people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Jackson County. 24-hour crisis line: |
| Our VOICE |
ourvoicenc.orgA non-profit crisis intervention and prevention agency in Buncombe County serving survivors of sexual violence, ages 13 through adult. 24-hour crisis line: |
| Western NC Mobile Mental Health Crisis Line |
ACS Crisis Services websiteProvides 24-hour rapid response to all those in the community facing a mental health or substance use crisis. 24-hour crisis line: |
Harris Regional Hospital |
Harris Regional websiteTrained forensic nurses provide compassionate, confidential care for people affected by trauma or violence. Forensic nurse services: 828.586.7382 |
I need to report a criminal event.
I need to report discrimination or harassment.
Call (828) 227-7116 or email dshopkins@wcu.edu
I need to reach CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services).
.Call (828) 227-7469 or visit the CAPS website
I need to reach Health Services for medical care.
Call (828) 227-7640 or visit the Health Services website.
I'm concerned about a WCU student.
Contact the Office of Student Affairs at 828.227.7147 or fill out the Student Concern Online Reporting Form.
Download the Student Concern Response Team (SCRT) Helping Students Guide.