MSU Safe Line
The MSU Safe Line (662-325-3333) is a confidential option for seeking help if you have experienced sexual assault or other sexual misconduct. It is staffed by trained counselors and is available 24/7, 365 days a year. Safe Line counselors can help you understand your options when sexual misconduct occurs. Discussions are confidential, and will not trigger a formal report to the university or an investigation unless you request assistance in making a report.
MSU Office of Survivor Support
MSU’s Director of Survivor Support, Dr. Yvett Roby, provides confidential assistance to survivors of sexual assault and other traumatic events. Dr. Roby can assist survivors in procuring supportive measures from the university, submitting formal reports to MSU if desired, reporting to law enforcement, seeking medical assistance, and in other capacities. The Office of Survivor Support is located at 375 College View Dr., Starkville, MS 39759, and can be reached at 662-325-1823 or yroby@saffairs.msstate.edu.
Respondent Advocate
MSU also employs an advisor for persons accused of sexual misconduct, who can provide advice on the investigation and disciplinary process, supportive measures, counseling and health options, and related matters. For more information on this service, contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance at 662-325-5839 or titleix@msstate.edu.
Student Counseling Services
Students can meet with a confidential mental health counselor. Speaking with Student Counseling Services does not trigger a formal report of sexual misconduct to the university or an investigation. SCS can be reached at 662-325-2091 or via the Student Counseling Services website.
MSU Meridian
Deanna Smith, Associate Dean of Students at MSU-Meridian, serves as the Title IX point of contact. She is responsible for receiving formal complaints related to sexual misconduct and other civil rights matters and reporting them to MSU’s Title IX Coordinator. Deanna can be reached at 601-696-2344 or dsmith@meridian.msstate.edu
MSU Office of Student Well-Being
MSU's Office of Student Well-Being empowers students to develop lifelong health and well-being. We are committed to creating a safer community through initiatives that promote informed consent, effective bystander intervention, and comprehensive sexual health education. In addition to campus-wide events, group presentations are available upon request. You can learn more through the Office for Student Well-Being website.