Support and Resources

Supportive measures may include course schedule adjustments, extensions on assignments, flexibility with attendance, changes to class sections, assistance communicating with faculty, tutoring referrals or other academic accommodations designed to minimize educational disruption.

Employees and/or student employees may be eligible for workplace supportive measures, including modified work schedules, temporary changes in work location or responsibilities, workplace safety planning, leave options or other reasonable adjustments coordinated with Human Resources.

Support may include assistance exploring temporary housing options, changes to college housing assignments, room changes, coordination with Residence Life or other housing-related adjustments when reasonably available.

The college may issue a mutual no-contact order to help limit communication or interaction between individuals. A no-contact order is an administrative measure intended to support safety and well-being and is not a disciplinary sanction or a determination of responsibility.

The Office of Equity and Compliance can assist with individualized safety planning, including coordination with Campus Security, academic departments, supervisors and other campus offices to help address safety concerns.

Depending on the circumstances, additional supportive measures may be available to help restore or preserve equal access to the college’s education programs and activities. Individuals are encouraged to contact the Office of Equity and Compliance to discuss available options.

CHECK IT is Whitman’s student-led peer education program focused on preventing sexual violence, dating violence and stalking through bystander intervention, consent education and campus outreach. Learn more about CHECK IT and opportunities to get involved.

Athletes for Consent Education (ACE) is a student-athlete-led peer education organization that promotes consent, healthy relationships and sexual misconduct prevention within Whitman’s athletic community. Learn more and stay up to date by following ACE on Instagram.

Sexual Violence Prevention (SVP) is a student-led peer education and advocacy organization that promotes consent, healthy relationships and the prevention of sexual and gender-based violence through campus education and awareness. Learn more and stay up to date by following SVP on Instagram.

Welty Health and Counseling Center provides medical and counseling services for undergraduate students. Students can access services by calling 509-527-5195, emailing healthcare@whitman.edu or visiting the center during office hours.

Welty Health and Counseling Center is open Monday–Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, from 8:30 a.m.to 5 p.m. Urgent Walk-In Support Hours are available Monday–Friday from 10–11 a.m. and 3–4 p.m. For 24/7 crisis support, call 509-527-5588.

Whitman’s Interfaith Chaplain is a confidential on-campus resource for students.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 800-656-HOPE (4673) or access the online chat at online.rainn.org. 

The YWCA Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (SAVA) provides confidential advocacy and support to Whitman students, faculty and staff. Karen Angel serves as Whitman’s Sexual Assault Victim Advocate and is located in the Welty Health and Counseling Center. As a confidential resource, the SAVA is not required to report disclosures to the Title IX Coordinator. To contact the SAVA, call or text 509-876-7075 or email sava@ywcaww.org.  You may also contact the YWCA 24-Hour Crisis Line at 509-529-9922. 

The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides free, confidential support for individuals experiencing dating violence, domestic violence or relationship abuse. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 800-799-SAFE (7233), texting START to 88788 or chatting online at thehotline.org.

Love Is Respect provides free, confidential support, information, and advocacy for young adults experiencing dating violence, relationship abuse or concerns about healthy relationships. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 866-331-9474, texting LOVEIS to 22522 or chatting online at loveisrespect.org. 

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress or concerns about substance use. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Canopy provides free, confidential counseling and support services for Whitman employees and their eligible family members. Services include short-term counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and referrals to community providers. Employees can access services by visiting canopywell.com, calling 800-433-2320 or emailing info@canopywell.com.

Premera provides eligible members with access to virtual and in-person mental health services. Members can access emergency virtual mental health care and counseling through Doctor on Demand or Talkspace, which offer video therapy, text-based support and medication management. Members can also search for in-person mental health providers through the Premera website by selecting Explore Resources and then Mental Health Resources. To access services on a mobile device, download the Premera app for Android or iOS, create an account and select Find Care to get started.

Campus Security is available 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies, address safety concerns, provide campus escorts and assist with connecting individuals to emergency services and other campus resources. Contact Campus Security by calling 509-527-5777 (or 5777 from any campus phone). In an emergency, call 911.

Academic and employment accommodations may be available for temporary health conditions or injuries, as well as ongoing disabilities, including trauma-related conditions such as acute stress disorder or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

• Students: Contact Disability Access Services at das@whitman.edu to discuss academic and campus accommodations.
• Employees: Contact Human Resources at hr@whitman.edu to discuss workplace accommodations and available leave options.

The CARE Team is a group of staff members who meet regularly to discuss issues relating to the academic, emotional and physical health and safety of our students and campus community.

Washington LawHelp Protection Orders provide free, step-by-step guidance for individuals seeking a civil protection order in Washington State. The resource explains the different types of protection orders, eligibility requirements, what to expect during the court process, and how to complete and file the necessary forms. 

The National Sexual Assault Legal Hotline provides free information about your legal options upon receiving your intake form or hotline call. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 567-SHATTER (567-742-8837) or fill out the online form.

The Northwest Justice Project provides free legal assistance to address fundamental human needs such as housing, family safety, income security, health care, education and more.

The Walla Walla Police Department responds to emergencies, investigates criminal activity, and can assist individuals who wish to report sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking or other crimes. Individuals can contact the Department by calling 509-527-4434 or 911 in an emergency.

Walla Walla Police Department Crime Victim’s Advocate (not confidential) provides information, support, referrals and assistance to individuals navigating the criminal justice process following a crime. The Crime Victim’s Advocate can assist with victim rights information, safety planning, court accompaniment and connecting individuals with community resources. Contact Chalese Rabidue by calling 509-524-4434 or emailing crabidue@wallawallawa.gov. 

Providence St. Mary’s Medical Center provides evaluation and treatment and SANE (Sexual Assault) exams. Located at 401 W Poplar St, Walla Walla, WA 99362 or call 509-525-3320.

Planned Parenthood offers affordable, high-quality sexual and reproductive health care to the communities of northwest, central and eastern Washington.

Blue Mountain Health Cooperative provides affirming, community-based health and wellness resources, including referrals and support services for individuals seeking medical, behavioral health and other community care. Individuals can learn more by calling 509-973-5788 or emailing bluemthealthcooperative@gmail.com. 

• The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation’s Family Violence Services provides free, confidential and culturally responsive support for survivors of sexual violence, rape, stalking and human trafficking. Community-based advocates offer crisis intervention, safety planning, systems advocacy, court accompaniment, referrals and legal assistance for eligible individuals. To access services, call the 24-Hour Confidential Crisis Line at 541-240-4171 or the Family Violence Services office at 541-429-7045. 
• StrongHearts Native Helpline provides free, confidential, and culturally appropriate support for Native American and Alaska Native survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual violence. Advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 844-7NATIVE (844-762-8483) or chatting online.

• 1in6 provides free, confidential support, resources and community for men who have experienced sexual abuse or sexual assault. Services include a 24/7 anonymous online helpline, free weekly online support groups facilitated by trained counselors, educational resources, and information for survivors and their loved ones. 

• The Trevor Project provides free, confidential crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQIA+ young people. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 866-488-7386, texting START to 678678 or chatting online.
• FORGE provides free resources, information and referrals for transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse survivors of sexual assault, stalking and relationship violence. FORGE also offers safety planning resources, educational materials and connections to affirming support services.

• End Abuse of People With Disabilities provides free, accessible resources and information to help prevent and respond to violence against people with disabilities and Deaf people, including sexual assault, stalking and other forms of abuse. The organization offers educational materials, survivor-centered resources, and tools to help individuals, advocates and service providers improve access to trauma-informed support. 
• The Deaf Hotline provides free, confidential and culturally accessible support for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing survivors experiencing sexual assault, stalking, sexual harassment, domestic violence or other forms of abuse. Deaf advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provide crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, advocacy and referrals in American Sign Language (ASL). Survivors can connect through videophone (855-812-1001), live chat, email or instant messaging.

• Esperanza United provides culturally and linguistically responsive support, resources and referrals for Latino/a/e/x survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence. Resources are available in both English and Spanish.

• Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence (API-GBV) provides culturally responsive resources, education, and referrals for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander survivors of sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence.

• Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential crisis support for veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their loved ones. Trained responders are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide emotional support, crisis intervention and connections to additional resources. Support is available by calling 988 and pressing 1, texting 838255 or chatting online.  You do not need to be enrolled in Veterans Administration benefits or healthcare to access services.

• Ujima: The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community provides culturally specific resources, education, advocacy and referrals for Black survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence. Ujima works to increase access to survivor-centered services while addressing the unique needs and experiences of Black communities.