USD Community Resources

The University of San Diego provides resources for education about prevention of sexual assault.  Students, faculty and staff are urged to take advantage of on-campus prevention and education resources (both University-supported and student-led) and are encouraged to participate actively in prevention and risk reduction efforts.

A.  Resources on campus

USD Counseling Center, Serra Hall 300, (619)260-4655 (After-hours emergencies call 619-260-2222)

Students in crisis or with urgent needs can be seen immediately on a walk-in basis.   All information is confidential. This service is also available to those who have been accused of sexual misconduct.  Counseling Center staff can also help students decide whether or not to report, address academic concerns, contact professors, and/or coordinate other services on-campus.

USD Sexual Assault Responder, (619) 260-2222 (Public Safety Dispatch).

Specially trained USD staff is available to support students in crisis.  Sexual Assault Responder can help students understand and consider reporting options, access support services and identify concerns and necessary accommodations.

Student Health Center (SHC), Camino, (619) 260-4595 (After-hours emergencies call 619-260-2222)

SHC professional staff is available for consultation, assessment, medical treatment, evaluation and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, as well as consultation for other health concerns.

University Ministry, UC 238, (619)260-4735

University ministers are available to provide support to students in need.

Dean of Students Office, UC 232, (619)260-4588

Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students or his/her designee is available to provide support to students, as well as facilitate the reporting process.

Public Safety, Hughes Center 144, (619) 260-2222

Public Safety officers respond to crimes and medical emergencies and can provide other general assistance.   Officers can facilitate reporting through the San Diego Police Department as well as anonymous and confidential campus reporting.

B.  Resources off-campus

Counselors on a hotline are specifically trained to help rape victims and to offer confidential support and information about legal, medical and mental health resources.

Emergency Rape Crisis Hotline      (619) 272-1762   (24 hours)

Crime Victims Hotline (619) 688-9200 (24 hour)

Center for Community Solutions 24-Hour Toll Free Crisis line:

888-272-1767 helpline@ccssd.org