Resources

If you have an emergency, contact 911 immediately for the police.

If you are on campus, please call 540-831-5500 for the Radford University Police Department.

I am seeking education and training

To request additional information, training or a presentation please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at 540-831-6297, dos-web@radford.edu, or visit us in 274 Heth Hall.

I am seeking local and national resources for anyone in distress

RAFT Crisis Hotline
540-961-8400
4 p.m. - 8 a.m. Monday - Friday and 24 hrs on the weekends
Suicide and crisis intervention, empathy and support, mental health and substance information and referrals

Women's Resource Center of the New River Valley
540-639-9592
Hotline: 540-639-1123

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
1-877-726-4727

Suicide Hotline
1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK)

I am a student in need of assistance

Office of the Dean of Students Resources
Student Counseling Services:
- Emergency Services
- Online Screenings
- Psychiatry Services
Women’s Resource Center
Check with Housing and Residential Life, speak to your RA, or call the Housing and Residential Life Office at (540) 831-5375.
If you received a Student Conduct referral, view the Student Conduct website for more information.

I am a parent concerned about a student

Encourage your student to talk to one of the following:
- Resident Assistant (RA) or Resident Director (RD) if he or she lives on campus
- Office of the Dean of Students - (dos-web@radford.edu or 540-831-6297)
- Student Counseling Services
Contact Radford University Police Department at 540-831-5500
Contact Housing and Residential Life at 540-831-5375

I am faculty or a GTA seeking assistance responding to disruptive behavior, disturbing writing

Refer to the Office of Student Standards and Conduct:
- Responding to disruptive or threatening behavior
- Responding to disturbing writing
- Identifying distressed students
Share a concern with the Office of the Dean of Students
Refer students to Student Counseling Services
Contact RUPD
Review a publication from SCHEV on Identifying Potentially Dangerous Students
Talk to your department head or dean about the situation

I am an employee in need of assistance

Refer to Human Resources:
- Employee Relations
- Employee Assistance Program
- Conflict Resolution
Women's Resource Center

I have been threatened

If you or someone you know is being threatened and are in fear of your safety or well-being, you can contact the Radford University Police Department to report the threatening behavior. If you are a student, you can also contact the Dean of Students Office for additional assistance. If you are a faculty or staff member you can also contact Human Resources for additional assistance.

To report threatening behavior, you can contact RUPD 24 hours a day, year-round.

Radford Police

Phone: 540-831-5500
Location: Allen Building at East Main and University Drive

Dean of Students

Phone: 540-831-6297
Location: 247 Heth Hall

Human Resources

Phone: 540-831-5008
Location: 314B Tyler Avenue

I am worried someone I know may commit an act of violence against someone else

If you suspect that someone you know may commit violence against another person, it is important to report this information to the Radford University Police Department immediately. Even if you are unsure of the target of the violence, this information is important for the RUPD to have. This can include if someone you know has access to or is storing weapons on campus.

If you think that someone else on campus might be in danger, please report this information to the police immediately. You can contact the RUPD 24 hours a day, year-round. Even if you are unsure of the level of danger involved, it is best to let a trained Radford University Police Officer decide whether or not action is necessary. RUPD can also let you know what other resources are available on campus to assist the person who is potentially in danger. It also might be helpful to notify the person whom you are concerned that they might be in danger if you are able to do so. Please remember that getting involved in any other way could place you in danger as well.

I have questions about mental health

I am worried that someone I know might be hurting themselves

If you are worried that someone you know is intentionally harming themself or is considering committing suicide, please contact the Student Counseling Services or the Radford University Police Department. You can encourage that person to seek help and offer to go with them for support, but if you are at all worried about their safety, please let someone know. This is not something that you should try to deal with on your own. Counseling services are also available for individuals who are supporting friends or family through a tough time.

Radford Police

Phone: 540-831-5500
Location: Allen Building at East Main and University Drive

Student Counseling Services

Phone: 540-831-5226
Location: Tyler Hall, Lower Level

I have questions about issues of concern in my workplace or that of someone I know

Institutional Equity

The purpose of the Office of Institutional Equity is to support and advance the University's commitment to diversity and equity by providing education, guidance and leadership to administrators, faculty, and staff in their efforts to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and student body, and to ensure a campus community free from discrimination and harassment for our students, faculty, and staff. They are committed to advancing equal access in all opportunities, programs, services, and facilities of the University in strict accordance with applicable federal laws, state laws, and University policies.

Phone: 540-831-5307
Location: 314B Tyler Avenue

Human Resources

The Department of Human Resources is here to create and support a highly productive, diverse, and qualified workforce by promoting a positive work environment for Radford University employees. Assistance can be provided to: resolve problems and encourage a positive relationship between management and staff, ensure fair and consistent treatment and adherence to all applicable policies and procedures, promote activities which enhance the quality of worklife, increase employee morale, and heighten the sense of community.

Phone: 540-831-5008
Location: 314B Tyler Avenue

I want to know more about prevention work being done on campus

Substance Abuse and Violence Education Support Services

Radford University’s Substance Abuse and Violence Education Support Services (SAVES) is dedicated to reducing negative consequences related to substance abuse and/or violence through campus wide initiatives that address these issues and promote student success.

Phone: 540-831-5709
Location: Heth Hall room 215

Office of Institutional Equity

The Office of Institutional Equity supports and advances the University's commitment to diversity and equity by providing education, guidance and leadership to administrators, faculty and staff in their efforts to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and student body, and to ensure a campus community free from discrimination and harassment for our students, faculty and staff. They are committed to advancing equal access in all opportunities, programs, services and facilities of the University in strict accordance with applicable federal laws, state laws and University policies.

Phone: 540-831-5307
Location: 314B Tyler Avenue

Additional Resources for Violence Prevention:

Virginia Department of Health – Division of Injury and Violence Prevention
Center for Disease Control and Prevention – Violence Prevention

Still need help?

If your issue is not an emergency and if it does not require immediate assistance, but you are still not sure who to call, consider the following resources. The following resources can help direct you to the proper person or department on campus that pertains to your issue.

Office of the Dean of Students

The Office of the Dean of Students assists and supports students in achieving academic and personal goals. They are available to answer questions, to help resolve issues or concerns and to refer students to the appropriate university or community resources.

Phone: 540-831-6297
Location: 274 Heth Hall

Human Resources

The Department of Human Resources is here to create and support a highly productive, diverse and qualified workforce by promoting a positive work environment for Radford University employees. Assistance can be provided to: resolve problems and encourage a positive relationship between management and staff, ensure fair and consistent treatment and adherence to all applicable policies and procedures, promote activities which enhance the quality of work life, increase employee morale and heighten the sense of community.

Phone: 540-831-5008
Location: 314B Tyler Avenue

Division of Student Affairs

The Vice President for Student Affairs and staff provide a broad range of services to the students of the University. The Vice President oversees departments and offices responsible for student counseling, multicultural student services, services for disabled and commuting students, student rights and responsibilities, organizations and activities, student government, the student conduct system, student residences and student health needs.

Phone: 540-831-5433
Location: Martin Hall

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