Office of the Registrar

Dear OSU-Cascades Students, 

 

I am personally disheartened to learn of the serious problems in reporting and response to sexual misconduct at Louisiana State University. The concern shown by faculty, staff and students about this issue is significant and appropriate, and I’m pleased that the OSU Board of Trustees will be addressing the issue in their meeting on Wednesday. 

 

I want to reaffirm OSU’s commitment to a community that is free from harassment, violence and discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. To this end, we are fully committed to advance the reporting, investigation, education and services of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access, OSU’s Title IX office. And we are fully committed to an OSU-Cascades campus and OSU community free of sexual violence and to providing support and compassion for those affected by misconduct. 

 

At OSU-Cascades, all issues related to sexual misconduct, discrimination and harassment are handled by OSU’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the office by calling 541-737-3556 or by emailing [email protected]. Sexual misconduct can also be reported using the online form. Locally, incidents may also be reported to Jane Reynolds, executive director of student success by calling 541-322-3132 or emailing [email protected].

 

I am saddened that the LSU report and its findings may impact survivors of sexual assault within the OSU community. For some, it may trigger feelings of anger, sadness or betrayal. It is vital that survivors feel supported, and we are committed to doing that throughout OSU and at OSU-Cascades. For survivors, I want you to know that we are here for you and we are committed to helping you heal in any way we can.

 

Please be aware of the following local and university resources: 

 

• For emergencies, contact the Bend Police Department – Emergencies: 911; non-emergency: 541-693-6911 

 

• OSU-Cascades Public Safety – 541-322-3110 

 

• Counseling at OSU-Cascades – [email protected] 

 

• OSU Office of Equal Opportunity and Access – 541-737-3556;  

https://eoa.oregonstate.edu

 

• OSU Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center – 541-737-2030; [email protected] 

 

• Saving Grace 24-hour helpline – 541-389-7021 

 

• The OSU Home Page has a link to additional university resources 

 

We are each responsible for creating an environment where individuals are protected from sexual misconduct. While I hope for a day when sexual violence no longer occurs, we now must support survivors in all possible ways. 

 

Sincerely, 

Becky Johnson 

Vice President