Following up with chief of police, Timothy Stringer, on sexual assault and domestic violence, Stringer reinsures, “Your voice matters, your story matters, and you will be heard.” No matter what has happened, Stringer made very clear that students will be safe, given resources and assisted when needed. He states students’ wellbeing and safety is all that matters.
After speaking with multiple students, the consensus is they feel like Lock Haven’s campus police are not taking the peroper measure to help victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Stringer, however, assures that campus police are doing their best to keep the students safe and uphold a welcoming community.
Lock Haven University has admitted there is a problem with sexual assault and domestic violence on campus. To combat this, Stringer mentioned he will be holding a self-defense class later in the semester once they have the staff to do so.
This would be a great opportunity for students to learn self-defense skills in the event he or she winds up in a potentially dangerous situation.
Stringer also wanted to make clear that once something is reported, they immediately investigate the situation and point victims towards resources available to them.
Regarding the allegations that some sports team coaches know of players sexually assaulting women on campus, Stringer stated they are legally required to come forward as mandated reporters. Any refusal or negligence to report on such situations would result in charges pressed against them.
If you know anything about domestic violence or sexual assault happening on campus, do the right thing and contact public safety at (570) 484-2278 if on campus or call 911.
