Sexual Assault Awareness Week will be held April 27th – May 1st on campus, with a few other events happening during the month of April. These events are dedicated to raising awareness of and helping prevent sexualized violence and assault. Please be aware that there will be displays of flags to show the prevalence of sexual assault on the lawn outside of the library. Further, there will be an informational/resource table outside of the library all day. At these events, we will include a #Content Warning/Trigger Warning sign to allow individuals to be aware that the content at the table/exhibit could be triggering.  If you or someone you know needs support, please be aware that there are resources available to you on campus and in the community: 

  • Student Well-Being - 573.341.4211, wellbeing@mst.edu, wellbeing.mst.edu
  • Equity and Title IX - 573.341.7734, equity@mst.edu, equity.mst.edu
  • University Police - 573.341.4300, police@mst.edu, police.mst.edu
  • Sexual Assault Hotline - 800.656.4673 (Available 24/7)
  • Domestic Violence Hotline - 800.799.7233 or text 88788 (Available 24/7)
  • Russell House - 800.998.8340 (Available 24/7)

For any questions or concerns related to Sexual Assault Awareness Week, reach out to Student Well-Being via email (wellbeing@mst.edu), phone (573.341.4211), or stop by 203 Norwood Hall.

Join us this April for a series of activities, trainings, and events aimed at raising awareness and empowering our community to prevent sexualized violence and assault.

 

Aim Higher | Hosted By: Joe's Peers

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Wednesday April 2 outside the library

As students reflect on organization involvement, this program breaks down what hazing really looks like and how to prevent it. Play cornhole, talk through real situations, and learn how to contribute to healthy group cultures. 

SeeSAAW Resource Table, It's On Us Pledge, and Display of Flags| Hosted By: Sigma Phi Epsilon

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday April 27 through Friday May 1 outside the library

 Join Sigma Phi Epsilon for the SeeSAAW and Resource Table in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Week. Stop by to learn about campus and local resources and take the It’s On Us Pledge, a commitment to creating a safer, more respectful community. Members of Sigma Phi Epsilon will be on a real seesaw to spark conversation and draw attention that It’s On Us all to prevent sexualized violence.  There will also be a display of flags outside the library to visually represent the prevalence of sexual assault around the world, encouraging reflection and awareness. 

Coffee and Bakery Stand | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday April 27 in front of the library

Fuel your day by grabbing a quick beverage and breakfast on your way to class. 

Love Languages Lookout | Hosted By: Joe's Peers

12 - 2 p.m. Tuesday April 28 outside the library

Explore the five love languages and learn how understanding them can help you build healthier, more respectful relationships. Spin the wheel, talk through real-life scenarios, and walk away with a deeper sense of what supportive connection looks like. 

Therapy Dogs | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday April 28 in front of the library

Stop by, sign a waiver, and unwind with some therapy dogs.

Denim Day Awareness Table| Hosted By: Joe's Peers

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday April 29 in Havener Atrium 

  • Denim Day is an international campaign that began after a ruling by the Italian Supreme Court where a sexual assault conviction was overturned because the justices felt that since the survivor was wearing tight jeans she must have helped the person who sexually assaulted her remove her jeans, thereby implying consent. The following day, the women in the Italian Parliament came to work wearing jeans in solidarity with the survivor. 
  • Stop by the Denim Day Awareness Table to learn about campus and local resources and take the It’s On Us Pledge.  You can also receive a free Denim Day pin to wear to showcase your support that It’s On Us all to prevent sexualized violence on our campus!

Friendship Bracelets and Face Paint | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday April 29 in front of the library

Come hang out and enjoy free face painting and friendship bracelet making.

Walk a Mile | Hosted By: Student Well-Being in collaboration with the University Police Department, Equity and Title IX and Russell House 

4 p.m. Thursday April 30 in Havener Atrium

The walk will begin in Havener Atrium at 4:00 p.m. and will last until approximately 4:30–4:45 p.m.

Walk a Mile is an event where everyone will be asked to walk a mile around campus. Along the walk, participants will stop at campus and community resource tables and educational stations. The purpose of the walk is to raise awareness that It’s On Us all to prevent sexualized violence on our campus. 

Pie Day | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Thursday April 30 in front of the library

Toss a plate (or a few!) of shaving cream into Delta Omicron Lambda's. Level it up with glitter for an extra cost. 

UCARE About Others | Hosted By: Joe's Peers 

12 - 2 p.m. Tuesday May 1 outside the library

Learn how to recognize signs of distress and unhealthy coping in the people around you. Find out how to step in when something doesn't feel right. Discover how students, staff, and faculty can submit a UCARE referral to connect someone with the support they need.

Pickleball Tournament | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

3 - 6 p.m. Friday May 1 in Gale Bullman

Car Wash | Hosted By: Delta Omicron Lambda for their Purple Week Philanthropy

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday May 2 at Kappa Sigma's parking lot

All proceeds from Delta Omicron Lambda’s Purple Week  events will go to Russell House, helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted. Come show your support and be part of the impact!

 

It’s On Us is a national movement dedicated to ending campus sexual assault by empowering students to challenge and change the cultural norms that contribute to sexual harm. Through education, awareness, and action, the campaign equips individuals with the tools to recognize, prevent, and intervene in situations that may lead to violence.

By taking the pledge, you commit to being part of the solution—supporting survivors, promoting consent, and helping create a safer, more respectful campus community. Join the movement and take the pledge today.