If you or someone you know could benefit from support, information, or referrals to available resour We are located on the second floor of the Amelia T.
The Office of Victim Services (OVS) provides educational and supportive services for the Ball State University community related to sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. The program is designed to assist individuals in the recovery process by providing timely information and confidential support and guidance through the campus judiciary and criminal justice systems. Wood Health Center in room 205. Our office hours for the academic year are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday. Summer office hours for Monday through Friday are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A victim advocate is available after hours for emergencies by calling the Ball State University dispatch 765-285-1111 and requesting the on-call victim advocate be paged.
05/03/2025
Happy Graduation Day to all our wonderful graduates, but especially Center for Survivor Supports’s Graduate Assistant, Madison Jones. For the past 2 years, Madison has provided services and support to countless student survivors, presented important education to numerous classrooms and organizations, and has truly been the other half of CSS. She has been the face behind our social media, and has provided advisement and support to our PWAs. She has planned, organized, and advocated on campus and we could not be more proud as she enters the new phase of life. We will miss her sincerely and we wish her all the best in the future. Congratulations, Madison! Thank you for all you have given to CSS ❤️🤍
04/25/2025
Take Back the Night was an incredibly impactful and empowering night. Thank you to our survivors who shared their stories, and the students that attended to support them.
With Sexual Assault Awareness Month coming to a close, know that there are always resources available to talk to. We are here for you. To our survivors, we see you, we hear you, we believe you.
04/21/2025
Join us this Wednesday and Thursday for the What Were You Wearing Exhibit, presented in collaboration with the Counseling Center. The exhibit will be held in Cardinal Hall C and the Rec Center Game Lounge (located next to the basketball courts on the lower level).
What is What Were You Wearing?
This powerful, international survivor art installation challenges the harmful question often asked of survivors of sexual violence: "What were you wearing?" By showcasing re-creations of the outfits worn during assaults, the exhibit confronts r**e myths and emphasizes that clothing is never an invitation for assault.
Counselors will be available throughout the day at both locations for anyone who may need support while experiencing the exhibit🩵
04/11/2025
Reporting shouldn’t come with barriers — but for too many survivors, it does. Too often, survivors face silence, shame, and systemic obstacles when trying to report sexual assault. This Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we stand with survivors and recognize these barriers in order to break them down, amplify voices, and create pathways to healing. Let’s break the stigma. You are not alone. You are believed. You are supported. 🩵
04/07/2025
Join us on Wednesday, April 16th from 6-8 pm at the Brown Family Amphitheatre for Take Back the Night. This night is an incredible and special night to hear from survivors of sexual violence, learn about campus and community resources, and honor survivors with a silent candlelit march. We will be there rain or shine so come prepared! We look forward to seeing everyone🩵
04/01/2025
Today starts Sexual Assault Awareness Month! In collaboration with the Counseling Center, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Alpha Chi Omega, we will be hosting events all month long. Follow along for more updates and information on what is going on around campus, and learn how you can get involved in making a difference!
03/31/2025
The first Tuesday of every April is Day of Action which is a day to focus awareness on sexual violence prevention for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. We will be at the Scramble Light tomorrow from 11 am to 1 pm and we will have teal ribbons, buttons, and more! 🩵
03/17/2025
We had a great time at the Peer Wellness Ambassador Spring Retreat! These students provide unwavering commitment to educating the Ball State campus community on all aspects of health, wellness, and survivor support. Thank you for all you do, PWAs! 🫶🏻
If you’re interested in joining the PWAs for the 2025-2026 academic year, please reach out to hpa@bsu.edu or visit our website for more information!
03/14/2025
Are you interested in sharing your story at this year's Take Back the Night? Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to complete the form. If you have any questions or would like to talk to someone before filling it out, please reach out—we’re here to support you. Your voice matters, and we want to ensure you feel comfortable and empowered in sharing your story 🩵
03/03/2025
March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the strength, courage, and contributions of women throughout history. We uplift the voices of survivors, advocates, and changemakers who have paved the way to a world free from violence and oppression.
Survivors are leaders, healers, and warriors. Their stories of resilience remind us that healing is possible and every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported. We honor the women who came before us, those making history today, and the future generations who will continue to break barriers.
02/14/2025
This Valentine’s Day (and every day), let’s remember that consent is mandatory, not optional. Listening, honoring boundaries, and ensuring that every ‘yes’ is freely given makes the world a better place for everyone!💌💕
02/05/2025
In honor of Black History Month, we honor those who come before us as survivors and advocates. We uplift their voices, honor their strength, and advocate for change. The Center for Survivor Support is here for you wherever you are in your journey.
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The Office of Victim Services (OVS) exists to give Ball State Students inclusive, survivor centered support, through confidential advocacy. We respond to the impact of interpersonal violence and strive to create a community free from violence through education.
We are located on the second floor of the Amelia T. Wood Health Center in room 205. Our office hours for the academic year are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday. Summer office hours for Monday through Friday are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Survivors have many options and we want to help connect you to them. To make an appointment with a Victim Advocate, call 765-285-3775 during business hours.
If an Advocate is unavailable and you need to talk to someone immediately (privately), you may call:
Ball State Counseling Center at 765-285-1736 (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm);
A Better Way’s crisis hotline(24-hour/confidential) at 765-288-HELP; or
National Sexual Assault Hotline (24-hour/confidential) at 800-656-HOPE.
After business hours, a Victim Advocate is available for emergencies by calling the Ball State University Police Department’s dispatch (765-285-1111) and requesting to speak with the on-call Victim Advocate. You will need to provide your phone number and a name/alias so the on-call Victim Advocate can call you back. You do not need to give details regarding your emergency and your call will not initiate a report with the police.
