How To Get Help

What To Expect

In support of the University's efforts to provide an environment that is safe and free of both harassing and discriminatory behavior, Lincoln University follows up on all reports sexual harassment, sexual assault/misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking, including those received from campus and community law enforcement agencies.  

Individuals who make a report to law enforcement will receive information about campus and community support resources, detailing the investigation process, and explaining individual rights.  

This information is typically provided by the first office that makes contact with the individual:

• Women's Center
• Male Initiative/Infantry Scholars Program
• Counseling Services
• Lincoln University Police Department
• Student Conduct

Individuals may be asked to meet with one of the following offices to review this information and to solicit participation in a University investigation.  Meeting with these offices and participating in a University investigation is voluntary, however it is encouraged.  The University's ability to respond to the incident may be limited without participation from the Reporting Party.

Law Enforcement Report

Reports can be made to the following campus and local law enforcement agencies (if an incident occurs off-campus). You have to right to request assistance in notifying law enforcement authorities or requesting an order of protection in the state of Missouri.

You are not required to speak to police or to file a criminal complaint.  If you reported an incident to the University, you may be contacted by police to determine if you wish to file a criminal complaint.  If you are contacted by police, it is not required, but is highly recommended that you speak to them so you can communicate your desired outcome, even if that is to request no involvement from law enforcement.  

If an individual chooses to file a criminal complaint (press charges) the Lincoln University Police Department can conduct an investigation and file a case with the local prosecutor's office for legal proceedings.

(JEFFERSON CITY)
For incidents that have occured on-campus
Lincoln University Police Department (LUPD)
Physical Address: 900 Leslie Boulevard (Lorenzo Green Hall)
E-mail Address: lupd@lincolnu.edu
Phone Number: Non-Emergency: Dial (573) 681-5555 or 5555 on campus phones.
(911 for Emegencies)
Fax Number: (573) 681-0450

For incidents that have occured off-campus in Jefferson City
Jefferson City Police Department (JCPD)
401 Monroe St, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: 911 or (573) 634-6400

(FORT LEONARD WOOD)
Ft. Wood Military Police
Phone Number: (573-596-6141 or 911)

What To Expect

In support of the University's efforts to provide an environment that is safe and free of both harassing and discriminatory behavior, Lincoln University follows up on all reports sexual harassment, sexual assault/misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking, including those received from campus and community law enforcement agencies.  

Individuals who make a report to University Officials will receive information about campus and community support resources, detailing the investigation process, and explaining individual rights.  

This information is typically provided by the first office that makes contact with the individual:

• Counseling Services
• Lincoln University Police Department
• Student Conduct
• Title IX Office

Individuals may be asked to meet with one of the following offices to review this information and to solicit participation in a University investigation.  Meeting with these offices and participating in a University investigation is voluntary, however it is encouraged.  The University's ability to respond to the incident may be limited without participation from the Reporting Party.

RESPONSIBLE EMPLOYEES

A "responsible employee" is a University employee who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty. Any employee (other than Professional and Pastoral Counselors) of the University who becomes aware of an act of sexual harassment (including sexual misconduct) or behavior which could be characterized as sexual harassment, when perpetrated against a member of the Lincoln University community is considered a "responsible employee" All Lincoln University Employees (other than professional counselor women's center, the Male Initiative, and their specific staff) are considered Responsible Employees). 

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

These employees will explain upfront that:

1. They can keep the information private, but cannot guarantee confidentiality when they make a report.
2. Reports given to the Title IX Coordinator will not contain information that would identify the victim or perpetrator but contain all other info (if they choose to make anonymous a.k.a John/Jane Doe report). Disclosures to these employees will not trigger a formal University investigation into an incident against the victim's wishes (however, can go through a preliminary review to determine safety for the victim and the Lincoln University community at large).
3. Will remind victim of the option of confidential reporting.