SOAR volunteers are screened and trained by professional staff at NIU's Counseling and Student Development Center. After screening, prospective volunteers enroll in a three-credit elective course in the Educational Psychology, Counseling and Special Education department. Through this class they are taught the necessary skills and information required to carry out their responsibilities. To enroll in training or for more information, call the SOAR coordinator at 753-1206. The law also includes the intrusion of objects into the orifices of another and does not focus on whether or not the survivor knows their assailant.
Sexual assault happens to men and women by acquaintances, dates, strangers, and family members.
Do not shower, bathe, douche, wash your hands, brush your teeth, use the toilet, or change your clothing in order to preserve any tangible evidence from the assault. If you chose not to report your case a confidential report will be filed. Consider reporting the sexual assault to the police . Reporting to the police does not mean you must press charges against your assailant. If you decide not to report it immediately, write down all the details of the assault and save them in case you change your mind.