Throughout the month of April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), events and outreach will be available across campus.
During April, the campus community is invited to wear teal on Tuesdays for Teal Tuesdays as a unified showing of support toward ending sexual violence. Throughout April, a sampling of materials that address sexual assault are on display through the University of Arkansas Libraries. All are encouraged to participate with events and learn more about addressing sexual assault, in recognition of SAAM and throughout the year.
A focal event is being held each week of April. The following events are collaborative efforts among university departments and student groups in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
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April2024
SAAM 2024 Campus Kick-OffCome learn about campus and local community resources while we kick off a month of awareness about sexual assault. Take the pledge with Cover the Cruiser, campus and community resource fair, dunk tank, and Cover the Cruiser, SAAM t-shirts*, cookout with hotdogs*, and more. (*while supplies last)
11am-1pmUnion Mall
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April2024
Awareness to Action: Advances in Sexual Violence ResearchCo-collaboration with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs, we are pleased to present a panel discussion with University of Arkansas faculty engaged in research within the scope of sexual violence. Panel members to include Dr. Jackie Mosley, Dr. Shristi Bhochhibhoya, Dr. Lindsay S. Ham, Dr. Christopher A. Shields, and Dr. Lauren Copley.
A meet and greet reception, sponsored by the SRVC (Sexual and Relationship Violence Center), will immediately follow with an opportunity to further discuss faculty research, student engagement opportunities, and more. A resource table will be available in the reception area with many resources from across campus.
4pm-6pmWATR 240
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April2024
Together We MoveAn event of solidarity to raise awareness about sexual assault. Participants will walk, run, or engage in any form of movement and log miles through GivePulse to show support for victims and survivors. As a demonstration of unity, the event emphasizes the need for everyone to contribute to ending sexual violence.
6pm-8pmUnion Mall
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April2024
What Were You Wearing? 10th AnniversaryCome see the exhibit that began a world phenomenon. On this 10th anniversary of WWYW, the original exhibit created at the University of Arkansas will be displayed as it silently dispels age old, victim-blaming myths about sexual assault.
all dayARKU Flagroom
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April2024
Denim DayIn unity with WWYW, on this day, students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to wear denim as part of an international event held on the last Wednesday of April to stand in solidarity with victims/survivors of sexual assault. Read more about the start of denim day at denimday.org
A Denim Day Fashion show, coordinated by University Programs, will be held in the Verizon Ballroom at 7:30PM.
all dayacross campus
The Campus Collaborative Against Sexual Assault partners include: SRVC (Sexual and Relationship Violence Center), Title IX, Office of Student Accountability, SEAR (Substance Education, Assessment, and Recovery), ASG (Associated Student Government), GPSC (Graduate and Professional Student Congress), Greek Life, Multicultural Center, OEOC (Office of Equal Opportunity and Compliance), CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services), University Programs, University Housing, UA Cares, UAPD (University Police), and new campus partners added as identified. If a university department or student group is interested in joining the Collaborative, please reach out to respect@uark.edu
