Regardless of whether you choose to file a report with the police or a complaint with the University, it is important that you obtain medical treatment following an assault. Medical attention is not just for support in filing a complaint, it is to make sure that you are medically cared for following a trauma to your body.
As soon as possible after a sexual assault, a rape evidence exam may be conducted to collect evidence for criminal prosecution. You can have the exam completed and make a decision at a later time if you want to file a police report. Having the exam completed gives you more options for responding to the assault. This exam can only be performed at a hospital emergency room. Locally, this exam is performed at:
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
1000 Health Center Dr.
Mattoon, IL 61938
217-348-2525
If you do not want to go to the local hospital and you are currently enrolled at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, you may receive services at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Medical Clinic. If you are not sure what you want to do, you can review your options with the confidential advisor, Jessica Cobert (formerly Milburn), located at the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Counseling Clinic (217-581-3413) or a medical provider at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Medical Clinic (217-581-2727).
ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Counseling Center
217-581-3413
jacobert@eiu.edu
Office of Civil Rights
217-581-5020
civil@eiu.edu
Dean of Students
217-581-3827
bfloyd2@eiu.edu
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