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Sexual Assault and Rape
Sexual assault is defined as any incident of forcing another person to perform a sexual act against his/her will. Force can be implicit through the use of threatening words, gestures, or tone of voice, or explicit through actions of physical restraint. According to North Carolina state law, rape is defined as forced sexual intercourse against the will of another person. Rape is also considered to be sexual intercourse with a person who is physically, mentally, or otherwise incapacitated (including incapacitation from the use of alcohol and drugs), when the person performing the act knows of the victim’s incapacity.

Seek medical assistance as soon as possible following the incident (ideally within 72 hours). Do not shower before being examined. Be sure to advise medical personnel that treatment is necessary because of assault or rape. Medical information is essential if charges are filed.

Meredith complies with the federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act.

Contact Information
Pamela Davis Galloway
(919) 760-8760
davispam@meredith.edu

Ann Gleason
(919) 760-8521
gleasona@meredith.edu