Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Students Benefit From Programs Responding to Violence

The Chronicle of Higher Education
November 7, 2011

To the Editor:
Over the past several years there have been countless news stories and investigative reports highlighting the poor record that colleges and universities have when it comes to responding to sexual assault and misconduct on campus. These stories focus on huge financial settlements for complainants and paint a picture of an almost cold and uncaring academy. Rarely do we hear about the positive and excellent work being done in these areas on our campuses. I want to share a story of hope and positive impact that is taking place on my campus.
The Phoenix Center at Auraria is an office funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to respond to issues of interpersonal violence and sexual misconduct on the Auraria Campus, in Denver.

Full Comment: http://chronicle.com/article/Students-Benefit-From-Programs/129678/?sid=at&utm_source=at&utm_medium=en

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