If you see a stranger or suspicious person in the building, report the person at the front desk. Be sure to secure all locks even if you are in your room or if you only leave for a few minutes. Never lend keys. Warn roommates not to give out information about who is at home, who is out, and how long they are expected to be out. Sexual Assault Cooper Union is concerned about the safety and well-being of the members of its community and recognizes the seriousness of the physical and psychological impact of sexual assault.
Rape is a deliberate assault on a persons emotional and physical integrity.
It is a sexual act that has occurred without ones consent. It is one of the most frequently committed violent crimes in the United States . . . Dont touch any evidence of struggle even if the assault took place in your room. Go to a safe place. Ask a friend to stay with you.