If you or anyone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or Dickinson Public Safety at 717-245-1111.
Individuals who have experienced, witnessed or have become aware of an incident of alleged sexual or gender-based misconduct have many options, including speaking with a confidential resource person, filing a formal report with the college and filing a criminal complaint with police. Deciding among these options may be difficult, and individuals are encouraged to seek information from a confidential resource person before deciding whether and how to proceed.
The college is committed to providing you with resources and services that may support you, including academic support, employment, housing accommodations, medical care, emotional support and advocacy services.
UPMC Pinnacle Carlisle
UPMC Pinnacle Carlisle
361 Alexander Spring Rd.
Carlisle, PA 17015
717-249-1212
UPMC's SAFE Program in Central Pa. addresses one of the most serious and underreported crimes, giving survivors of sexual assault one on one care that you deserve. A specially trained forensic registered nurse, called a SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner), will provide you with a compassionate, comprehensive medical legal examination. She will collect forensic evidence that will assist law enforcement and district attorneys to investigate and prosecute the person(s) who assaulted you. She will also test and treat for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. A representative from the YWCA will be notified, so you will immediately have the option of using the services of an advocate. For more information and additional UPMC locations, please visit: https://www.upmc.com/services/south-central-pa/women/services/safe-program.
Please note that the collection of evidence for use in a criminal prosecution related to unwanted sexual activity can only be performed by trained personnel at a hospital emergency room. Physical exams by other health care providers are likely to impede future legal remedies.
Emotional Support
Dickinson College provides a variety of resources to support those who have been affected by sexual or gender-based misconduct. Assistance may include counseling and emotional support, as well as assistance in accommodations to academic, housing or working situations.
Confidential resources will typically not share information with the college, nor will speaking with a confidential resource person trigger action by the college under most circumstances. Confidential resources are medical providers, mental health providers, ordained clergy and rape crisis counselors who are functioning within the scope of that certification or license.
For Students and Employees
24/7 Dickinson College Sexual Violence Hotline
717-609-4244
YWCA Carlisle’s Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Services of Cumberland County
1-888-831-8850
Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry Counties (DVS)
717-258-4806
24/7 Hotline: 1-800-852-2102
For Students
On-Campus Wellness Center
(Health Services, Counseling and Psychiatric Services)
717-245-1663
For Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
717-243-1896
Confidential Support and Resources
Individuals who have experienced an incident of alleged sexual or gender-based misconduct have many options, including speaking with a confidential resource person, filing a formal report with the college and filing a criminal complaint with police.
Deciding among these options may be difficult, and individuals are encouraged to seek information from a confidential resource person before deciding whether and how to proceed.
Confidential resources will typically not share information with the college, nor will speaking with a confidential resource person trigger action by the college under most circumstances. Confidential resources are medical providers, mental health providers, ordained clergy and rape crisis counselors who are functioning within the scope of that certification or license.
For Students
On-Campus Wellness Center
(Health Services, Counseling and Psychiatric Services)
717-245-1663
For Employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
717-243-1896
For Students and Employees
24/7 Dickinson Advocacy Hotline (an advocate from the YWCA can meet you on campus)
717-609-4244
YWCA Carlisle’s Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Services of Cumberland County
1-888-831-8850
Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry Counties (DVS)
717-258-4806
24/7 Hotline: 1-800-852-2102
Title IX Coordinator
Kat Matic
41 Conway St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-254-8316
matick@dickinson.edu
titleix@dickinson.edu
Title IX Team -- Title IX Deputies
The Title IX Coordinator is supported by Title IX Deputies. Title IX Deputies are individuals who are available to support the Title IX Coordinator’s initial and emergency assessment of allegations under this Policy and have the authority to implement supportive and corrective measures.
You can contact any Title IX Deputy to obtain information on how to make a formal grievance complaint and to answer questions and assist you with obtaining support services.
Title IX Team – Title IX Deputies:
- Dee Danser│Assistant V.P., Compliance & Chief of Public Safety
Department of Public Safety│(717) 254-8317 │danserd@dickinson.edu - George Stroud│V.P. & Dean of Students
Student Life Office, HUB│(717) 245-1556 │ stroudg@dickinson.edu - Angie Harris | Associate Dean of Students
Student Life Office, HUB│(717) 245-8805 │ harrisa@dickinson.edu - Debra Hargrove│Associate V.P. Human Resources
55 N. West St.│(717) 245-1503 │ hargrove@dickinson.edu - Neil Weissman│Provost & Dean of the College
Old West, 2nd Floor│(717) 245-1321│ weissmne@dickinson.edu - Joel Quattrone│Director of Athletics
Kline Center│(717) 245-1364 │ quattron@dickinson.edu - Kim Masimore│Senior Women Administrator/Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach
Kline Center│ (717) 245-1662 │ masimore@dickinson.edu - Stephen Winn│Assistant Title IX Coordinator
2nd Floor, Old West│ (717) 254-8316 │ winnst@dickinson.edu
When a Title IX Deputy has actual knowledge of possible sexual or gender-based misconduct, they are required to report the information to the Title IX Coordinator by filing an online report at: www.dickinson.edu/titleix.
Report Child Abuse
Dickinson strives to safeguard the well-being of minors visiting campus and/or participating in college-sponsored programs or activities. Any employee who has reasonable cause to suspect that a minor who is on college property or participating in college-sponsored activity at another location has been the victim of child abuse or sexual abuse of a minor must immediately report the suspected abuse to Childline and Dickinson’s Public Safety:
- Report to Childline immediately: 1-800-932-0313 (TDD: 866-872-1677)
- Submit an online report to the PA Department of Human Services: https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home AND
- Report to Dickinson's Public Safety: 717-245-1111
Faculty Resource
Sample Syllabus Language
You may find it useful to provide language in syllabi to reflect your committment to report incidents of sexual and gender-based harassment (see below). This may assist students in making an informed decision about sharing their personal experiences with you and/or the Title IX and Sexual Respect Office, or at a minimum seeking help or support services for themselves or someone who needs help.
You may also decide it is beneficial to review your role as a mandated reporter regarding child abuse during the first day of class, to be transparent with students. If a student discloses an incident of sexual misconduct to you while they are/were under the age of 18, you may review your role with the student to develop a supportive relationship, while upholding college policy and state laws. As a faculty member, you can also support students by showing them the Title IX and Sexual Respect website, share with them that this office is a private space to talk with the Title IX Coordinator, and share with them the Title IX Resource sheet.
“As a faculty member at Dickinson College, I am committed to facilitating a safe and inclusive learning environment for students. I also have mandatory reporting responsibilities for information regarding child abuse. It is my goal that you feel able to share information related to your experiences during class discussions, in your written work or in meetings with me. I will keep the information you share with me as private as possible; however, as part of my job responsibilities, I am required to share information about sexual misconduct of underage students or other crimes with the college. Students may speak with someone confidentially by contacting Dickinson’s Wellness Center at 717-245-1663 or the 24/7 Dickinson College Sexual Violence Hotline at 717-609-4244.”
