Sexual & Relationship Violence Center
The Campus Sexual and Relationship Violence Center (SRVC) is a dedicated space where survivors of sexual and relationship violence can feel safe, supported and empowered.
An extension of Pat Walker Health Center, the SRVC offers the campus community with professional support, training, advocacy, & resources related to sexual assault and relationship violence.
To speak with a SRVC advocate, call 479-575-4000 or email survivor@uark.edu. All contacts and survivor services are confidential.
Advocacy Services
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Survivors’ Chat Group (a peer-based support group). To learn more, email survivor@uark.edu
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Accompaniment to judicial meetings, court hearings, law enforcement interviews, and other meetings for the purpose of providing support for the individual
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On-call after hour and weekend volunteer staff and faculty advocates for hospital accompaniment for those who report sexual assault and want to have a rape kit done
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One-on-one advocacy
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Referrals to appropriate agencies or other professionals
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Assistance with navigating the reporting system and care options
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Other services as needed
Education & Outreach
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Prevention education programs for classrooms, student groups, campus departments, community, and others
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RESPECT peer education program
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Social-norming media campaigns
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Professional training
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Outreach and awareness events
- Other education programs as needed
Campus groups can request tailored education presentations and programs by contacting the Sexual & Relationship Violence Center at 479-575-4000.
Additional Campus Resources
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Pat Walker Health Center Primary Medical and Women’s Clinics (479) 575-4451 http://health.uark.edu
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UAPD (University Police) (479) 575-2222 http://uapd.uark.edu
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Center for Educational Access http://cea.uark.edu
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Dean of Students, Division of Student Affairs http://studentaffairs.uark.edu/
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Office of Equal Opportunity & Compliance Title IX Compliance Officer (479) 575-4019 http://oeoc.uark.edu/
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Student Standards and Conduct http://ethics.uark.edu/
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U of A Cares http://uofacares.uark.edu/
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University Housing http://housing.uark.edu/
Contact
Mary A. Wyandt-Hiebert, Ph.D., MCHES, CWHC
SRVC Director
479-575-7252 | mwyandt@uark.edu
Dr. Mary Wyandt-Hiebert has more than 18 years of professional experience in sexual violence prevention and victim advocacy. Dr. Wyandt also oversees programming initiatives of RESPECT. She believes in the power of peers and enjoys mentoring students.
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