Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Domestic Violence
What can I do if . . .
I think my partner is abusive:
Talk to someone. You can start by talking to the Women’s Resource Center (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605), call PWCL 24-hour crisis line (503-235-5333), or talk to a counselor at Student Health and Counseling (drop in or call 503-725-2800). Your concerns can be kept confidential/ anonymous.
My friend is in an abusive relationship:
Get support for yourself so that you can be there for your friend. You can talk to the Women’s Resource Center (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605), call PWCL 24-hour crisis line (503-235-5333), or talk to a counselor at Student Health and Counseling (drop in or call 503-725-2800).
It is important to refrain from talking bad about the abusive partner so that your friend does not feel like s/he has to defend him/her. Make it about your friend, that you worry about them and that they do not deserve to be treated that way.
I have been physically assaulted and want to make a police report:
If the crime just occurred or you need immediate medical or police assistance, call 911. If not, call the police department in the area that the crime happened in. If it happened in Portland you can call Portland Police (503-823-3333) or Campus Public Safety (503-725-4407) to make a police report.
My partner is a PSU student and is physically abusive or threatening. How can I report the assault to the University?
Portland State has a student code of conduct that takes domestic violence seriously (www.pdx.edu/dos/conduct/). If you were assaulted by a student on campus or you were assaulted off campus and therefore feel threatened on campus, you may file a complaint with the Assistant Dean of Students (503-725-4422, SMSU 433). The Women’s Resource Center advocate (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605) is available to explain the process, help you fill out the form and to navigate the process.
I was physically abused by a PSU student or staff member on campus. I want to make an anonymous report:
You can make an anonymous report by filling out the online form at www.wrc.pdx.edu/anon_report.php. An anonymous report will be used for campus crime statistics. If the perpetrator(s) is named, the University may need to investigate. However, if no one is named, the University will not be able to respond.
I know someone who is being abused by a PSU student. They don’t want to report, but I feel that the University should know:
You can fill out an anonymous report form at www.wrc.pdx.edu/anon_report.php. Please note that if you give us the survivor’s name, the University may choose to call him/her. If no identifying information is given, the University will not be able to investigate but will use the information for crime statistics on campus.
I would like to get counseling:
You can contact the Women’s Resource Center advocate (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605) for referrals on and off campus for counselors who have specific training and understanding of domestic violence. You can call also call the PWCL crisis line for counselors and support groups in the community (503-235-5333).
I need to move housing to get away from the perpetrator:
If you currently live in PSU Housing, they will move you immediately to a new room or apartment. If none is available immediately, the University will arrange short-term emergency housing. You can speak to a Residence Life staff person or call the Women’s Resource Center advocate (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605) for help with this process.
If you do not currently live on campus, the Women’s Resource Center advocate (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605) can help you find on-campus housing. We do not have the expertise to help you find off-campus housing. You can call the PWCL crisis line (503-235-5333) for help finding off-campus shelters and housing.
I need legal help for divorce or child custody:
If you are currently a student at Portland State, you can receive free legal services from Student Mediation and Legal Services (503-725-4556, SMSU 3rd floor mezzanine) if the other person is not a student. If you are both students, they will not be able to represent you but can give you a referral to someone in the community.
I need to get a restraining order:
If you are currently a student at Portland State, Student Mediation and Legal Services (503-725-4556, SMSU 3rd floor mezzanine) can help you with a restraining order if the other person is not a student. If you are both students, they will not be able to represent you. The courthouse has people to assist you in filling out restraining order requests. Multnomah County 503-248-3943, Washington County 503-681-3830, Clackamas County 503-655-8616, Clark County, Washington 1-360-696-0167
I have a restraining order against a student at PSU:
It is important that you let Campus Public Safety (1939 SW Broadway) know that you have a restraining order. Bring a copy of the restraining order and a photo of the person (if available) to their office. If the respondent (the person the restraining order is against) is in violation of the restraining order by being on campus or being in classes with you, the University can put a hold on their registration or drop them from classes. The Women’s Resource Center advocate (ipv@pdx.edu or 503-725-5605) is available to do safety planning and to help you navigate systems and resources at PSU.
I have a restraining order against a staff or faculty member at PSU:
It is important that you let Campus Public Safety (1939 SW Broadway) know that you have a restraining order. Bring a copy of the restraining order and a photo of the person (if available) to their office. If the respondent (the person the restraining order is against) is in violation of the restraining order by being on campus or working with you, talk to the Affirmative Action Office (503-725-4417, 122 Cramer).
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