Sexual Assault Resources
If you need to report a sexual assault and the situation is emergent, call 911. Otherwise, you can contact Â鶹´«Ã½ Police Services at 330-672-2212. Â鶹´«Ã½ also offers a number of other support services for those involved in sexual assault situations.
Click here for the Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services (SRVSS) website
Reporting an Emergency or Crime
- Dial 911 from any phone on campus
- Push the Emergency Button on of any blue-light phone throughout campus
- Dial 330-672-2212 for the University's Communications Center
Emergency 911 is accessible from any phone on campus including your cell phone. 911 calls are answered by dispatchers in our communications center who can send police, fire or ambulance services to your location within minutes.
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