Sexual Assault Awareness Month with the Jean Nidetch Care Center

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Join the Care Center for a month of events focused on raising awareness, showing up for victim-survivors, and building a safer campus community! All events are free and open to the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý community and the public.

SAAM Kick-Off

April 1 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Alumni Walk

Start the month by joining activities, discovering resources, and getting introduced to our SAAM lineup.

Donut Worry, We Care: Open House

April 2 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Care Center Office (SSC-A Room: 255) Learn about Care Center programs, meet staff and Care Advocates, and enjoy donuts.

Supporting Victim-Survivors (Staff & Faculty Training)

April 9 | 1:00 – 2:30 PM | Health Education Room or Zoom Meeting

A hybrid training for staff and faculty to learn survivor-centered practices and trauma-informed approaches.

Consent is as Simple as Tea

April 16 | 1:00 – 2:30 PM | SU 219

Interactive session exploring consent, communication, and resources, with free boba available!

Denim Day Workshop Series

April 29 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | SU 209

Hands-on art activities, yoga, and discussions on consent, healthy relationships, and bystander action.

Why Attend?

  • Learn strategies to prevent sexual violence
  • Support survivor-centered practices
  • Participate in creative, educational, and reflective activities

Let’s show up for one another and build a culture of consent!

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