Seeking emotional support in the aftermath of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking can be very important for recovery. Pitt’s University Counseling Center offers specialized counseling services designed to assist students who have experienced sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, harassment, and stalking. The office also can assist with referrals to specialized counseling services off campus. Additional counseling resources may include Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (1-866-363-7273) or Resolve Crisis Services (1-888-796-8226).
Pitt’s Student Health Services provides ongoing medical treatment to students for any physical problems related to an assault. Student Health Services can assess for pregnancy risk; provide counseling about emergency contraception; test and treat for sexually transmitted infections; and assess, treat, and/or offer/give referrals for physical injuries. Student Health Services is located in the Wellness Center in Mark A. Nordenberg Hall, 119 University Place, 412-383-1800.
Pitt students can contact their resident assistant, resident director, or other Residence Life staff member for support (available 24 hours a day). Residence Life staff are not confidential resources and have a duty to report disclosures of sexual misconduct to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX. Residence Life staff can be reached at 412-648-1200 (or 412-648-1100 for after hours on-call personnel).
International students may contact the Office of International Services (OIS) for questions or concerns regarding immigration and visa status. OIS can be reached at 412-624-7120 or OIS@pitt.edu.
Life Solutions is the University of Pittsburgh’s Faculty and Staff Assistance Program that provides a broad range of services to assist University employees, including a 24/7 crisis contact and counseling services (1-866-647-3432).
Any member of the University community also may contact the Office for Civil Rights and Title IX at 412-648-7860 or titleixcoordinator@pitt.edu to report sexual misconduct or seek resources. Reports or concerns also may be submitted through the Pitt Concern Connection.