Sexual Respect
Advocates
Advocates on college campuses play a crucial role in providing confidential support, resources, and guidance to individuals who have experienced domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or other forms of sexual misconduct. Their primary focus is to ensure that survivors receive the necessary assistance to navigate the aftermath of such incidents and to promote a safer campus environment overall.
As part of our Department of Justice grant, Macalester has partnered with two local organizations, Ramsey County SOS and Saint Paul Intervention Project, to offer drop-in hours on our campus. Students are encouraged to stop by the Center for Disability Resources Workroom 039 in the Kagin Basement during the designated office hours to meet with an advocate! No scheduling necessary.
These days/times are effective for the 2024-2025 academic year when classes are in session:
Saint Paul Intervention Project
- Domestic Violence Support
- Available on Tuesdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm
- Located in the Hamre Center Wellness Lounge (Leonard Center, Room 062)
- 651-645-2824
- Sexual Violence Support
- Available on Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- Located in the Hamre Center Wellness Lounge (Leonard Center, Room 062)
- 651-266-1000
Questions? Check out this advocacy services handout for more information, or contact Paige Olowu at [email protected].
Support Resources
There are many resources available on-campus and in the St. Paul area for survivors of sexual violence, including medical and counseling services at Macalester, local off-campus advocacy and medical resources, national hotlines, and appropriate supportive measures from Title IX. To learn more about the resources available to you, please visit the Find Support webpage.
Additional Support Resources
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Counseling and Medical Services
- Open Monday – Friday: 10am-5pm
- Laurie Hamre Center for Health and Wellness, Leonard Center 53
- 651-696-6275
Center for Religious and Spiritual Life
- Open Monday-Thursday: 8:30am – 9:30pm, Friday: 8:30am – 8pm, Saturday – Card Access Only, Sunday – Card Access Only 3pm – 8:30pm
- Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
- 651-696-6298
On Campus Advocacy Program
- Open Tuesdays 2:30pm – 4:30pm, Wednesdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm, these days/times are effective for the 2023-2024 academic year when classes are in session:
- Kagin Commons, Center for Disability Resources Workroom 039
Saint Paul Intervention Project
- Domestic Violence Support
- Tuesdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm
- Sexual Violence Support
- Wednesdays, 1pm – 4pm
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Title IX Office
- Humanities Building 115E
- 651-696-6258
Macalester Public Safety
- Music Building 009
- 651-696-6555
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OutFront Minnesota: Serves LGBTQ+ victims/survivors
- Available Monday – Friday: 9am-5pm
- 2446 University Ave W suite 112, St Paul, MN 55114
- 800-800-0350
CLUES: Serves Latinx victims/survivors
- Open Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- 797 East 7th Street St. Paul, MN 55106
- 24-hour bilingual crisis line
- 651-379-4200
Phumulani: Serves African women victims/survivors
- Open Monday – Thursday: 9am – 5pm, Friday: 9am – 1pm
- Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota
- 612.251.9421
StrongHearts Native Hotline: Serves Native and Indigenous victims/survivors
- 24-hour crisis line
- 1-800-799-7233
Transforming Generations: Serves Hmong victims/survivors
- Open Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
- 2356 University Ave W Suite 230, St Paul, MN 55114
- 651-703-4169
Esperanza United: Serves Latinx victims/survivors
- 24-hour bilingual crisis line
- 651-722-1611
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Macalester Public Safety
- Music Building 009
- 651-696-6555
Saint Paul Police Department: Family and Sexual Violence Unit
- 1360 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
- 651-266-5685
Title IX Coordinator
Even as you might be away from campus, or your needs change, resources are available for you if you need support related to sexual and/or relationship abuse. Macalester’s Title IX Coordinator is available and can assist you with supportive measures (like academic support measures, housing support measures, no contact directives, or other supports), referrals, and connections to confidential resources:
- Title IX Webpage
- Phone: 651-696-6258
- Email: [email protected]
Community Care
Practicing sexual respect and fostering a culture of understanding, communication, and empathy is one way we can look out for Each other. Getting involved is a powerful way to contribute to the creation of a safe and respectful environment for all. Explore various avenues below to engage in making a positive impact here at Macalester:
Macalester Community Care Options:
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The Macalester Advisory Group for Sexual Respect (AGSR) oversees a collaborative approach to preventing and addressing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking (DVSAS). Our ultimate goal is to change our campus norms in order to create a culture that is trauma informed, culturally responsive, respects consent, and empowers all members of the Macalester community to take part in this work.
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Consent @ Mac is a program created by students for students, which articulates expectations about sexual respect in the Macalester community. We encourage all students to understand and commit to their rights and responsibilities in their relationships. Look for opportunities to engage with Consent @ Mac around campus and get a free t-shirt!
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We all have the choice and ability to be part of a positive culture for consent and sexual respect at Macalester. Becoming and active and engaged bystander is one of the most effective means of preventing sexual violence. Active Bystanderism involves developing the awareness skills and courage needed to act in a situation when another individual needs help. Being an active bystander allows individuals to send powerful messages about what is acceptable and expected behavior in a community.
To request a workshop on wellness initiatives click here.
