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Dear Temple Community,
This is a timely warning that the university has recently received three reports, including alleged sexual assault at an off-campus residence and stalking, potentially by the same individual and possibly involving the use of alcohol and/or drugs. The accused individual is not currently enrolled and no longer has access to secured campus facilities. There are ongoing investigations by the university and its Department of Public Safety.
As these investigations continue, we strongly encourage students with information or otherwise in need of support regarding any concerns of sexual misconduct to contact
• Temple Police (215-204-1234, police@temple.edu),
• Title IX coordinator (215-204-3283, titleix@temple.edu) and
• the Dean of Students Office (215-204-7188, dos@temple.edu).
Any member of the Temple community or the public can also submit an anonymous report at helpline.temple.edu.
When it comes to socializing, please keep these tips in mind.
• Consent is a clear, voluntary and informed agreement between participants. When it comes to any form of sexual activity, whether kissing, touching or sexual intercourse, consent must be explicit, meaning it requires an active “yes,” not the absence of a “no.” It must be freely given, never assumed, coerced or obtained through pressure, manipulation or intimidation. A person who is asleep, unconscious, or significantly impaired by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• It is also important to look out for one another while socializing; when you go out with friends, make a pact to stay together and leave no one behind.
• Be vigilant regarding beverages you receive from others. Do not leave any beverage unattended and be wary of accepting drinks from others.
• Remember, Temple University has a medical amnesty policy that states that no student will be subject to university discipline for seeking medical treatment for the effects of drug or alcohol use, and this amnesty will be granted to both the intoxicated student and the student seeking help for an intoxicated student.
• Walking escorts are also always able to assist you and escort you anywhere within Temple’s patrol zone. They can be requested by calling 8-9255 from a campus phone or 215-777-9255 from a cell phone.
We recognize that timely warnings like this can be unsettling. Anyone in need of support can find it through Tuttleman Counseling Services, located at 1700 N. Broad St. To connect directly to staff members there, call 215-204-7276 or visit the Tuttleman Counseling Services website.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Griffin
Vice President for Public Safety and Chief of Police
Jodi Bailey Accavallo
Vice President for Student Affairs
Classified as a stalking incident and a Clery timely-warning, the correct category for a continuing-threat crime rather than an immediate emergency notification.
The note that the accused was 'not currently enrolled' and lacked campus access is the warning's key reassurance, signaling the threat was partly mitigated.