Drop-In Group FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Sexual Assault Survivor Drop-In Support Group. If you have questions not on this list, please call the campus office counselor (Amy) at 265-6389.

Q: When is the drop-in support group?
A: The group is held every Tuesday from September 14 - December 10 , 2010 (no group on October 12) from 6:00-7:30pm.

Q: Where is the Memorial Union? Where is the Campus Women's Center?
A: The Memorial Union is located at 800 Langdon Street on the corner of N. Park Street and Langdon Street on Lake Mendota. The Campus Women's Center is on the west end of the 4th floor of the Memorial Union near Great Hall.

Q: Do I need to sign up or let some one know that I am coming?
A: No. Please feel free to "drop in" at the start time of 6:00 p.m.

Q: Can I still come to the group if I can't get there by the start time?
A: Yes. Please try to come to the group as close as possible to the start time. We want to create a safe place where people can share without disruption. NOTE: If there are less than 2 people present by 6:20 p.m., the group will be cancelled for that day.

Q: Is this group only for rape victims? For incest/childhood abuse survivors?
A: This group is for anyone who has been harmed by sexual violence, including survivors of both sexual assault and incest/childhood abuse.

Q: Is this support group only for college students?
A: No. This group is open to all female adults (18 & older) in the community.

Q: Where can I park near the Memorial Union?
A: There is metered parking on the east side of the Memorial Union and in front of Langdon Street on Lake Mendota. There is also a parking ramp on Lake Street, off of University Avenue. Students may also utilize Safe Walk to be escorted to and from the group. For more information on this service, please call Safe Walk at 262-5000.

Q: Do I have to talk if I come to group?
A: No. It takes courage to come to a support group. We understand that it may take time for you to feel comfortable enough to talk about your experiences.

Q: Can I bring a friend with me to group?
A: A female friend can come to lend support to the survivor of sexual violence.

Q: I am a man. Can I come to the group?
A: Rape Crisis Center wants to support all survivors of sexual violence. We have found that men and women may need different types of support. Pease call the Rape Crisis Center at 251-7273 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to find out about Rape Crisis Center services for men.

Q: I am a student doing a project about sexual assault/abuse. Can I come to observe the group?
A: No. To create a safe space, the group is limited to survivors of sexual abuse/assault and their support to people. If you have specific questions about the dynamics of sexual assault, please call the campus office at 265-6389.