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Sexual Assault 4/26/2024

04/26/2024 04:35 PM

Timely Warning: Sexual Assault– Sam Houston State University


This notice is sent in compliance with The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act.

On April 26, 2024, the SHSU Police Department received a Campus Security Authority report from an anonymous individual who reported that they were fondled at an on campus location at the conclusion of an event at 10:15 pm on April 24, 2024. We encourage all crimes to be reported to the University Police Department by contacting 936-294-1800.

Crime Safety Tip: When safely possible, report all criminal activity to the Sam Houston State University Police Department at 936-294-1800.  Victims of sexual misconduct may find additional resources with the Office of Title IX & Discrimination Resolution.

Campus is operating as normal.

KatSafe is the University’s emergency alert system and preparedness program. The University is committed to keeping you informed by sending notifications in a timely manner and offering preparedness resources.

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All SHSU community members are automatically enrolled in KatSafe voice and emails. Bearkats can update their personal information using the SamWeb portal and add up to 10 people.

Sign up for Text Message Alerts

SHSU students and employees can sign up for text message alerts with the following steps:

  1. Login to your KatSafe Emergency Contact Information Preferences
  2. Under “Phone”, ensure that “(txt & voice)” is beside your phone number. If it is not, select the “Add” button.
  3. In the pop up, enter your phone number, select “txt & voice” then select the “Add” button
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Covid-19

In line with the CDC and the State of Texas Department of Health, SHSU and the Student Health Center are shifting from emergency pandemic response practices to sustainable health practices for COVID-19.

What does this mean? Vaccines, treatments, and testing will remain available. Other tools such as data sources and reporting will change.

  1. The US Government will continue to distribute free COVID-19 vaccines for adults and children. However, the Student Health Center will not have vaccines available.
  2. At-home antigen tests will be available for purchase at the Student Health Center for students only.
  3. PCR rapid testing will be available for students at the Student Health Center for students, and a charge for the test will be applied to student accounts. You can call the SHC for current pricing at 936-294-1805.

If you feel sick:

  1. Isolate/Stay at home
  2. Contact your medical doctor, students may contact the SHC Test and get treatment early
  3. Wear a mask to protect yourself and others, and reduce the risk of spreading illness

Please continue to refer to the CDC for the most up-to-date information

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