Harrassment

Title IX (1972) is a federal (national) law that serves as a powerful tool for combating campus violence. The law requires colleges receiving federal funding to combat gender-based violence and harassment and respond to survivors’ needs in order to ensure that all students have equal access to education.

Find out more information about the Title IX officeclick here as well as you can read more on the FAQ document.

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) serves the National University community by advocating for accepted norms of fairness, decency and ethical behavior, adherence to the letter and spirit of National University policies, and prevention of delay, complication, and unresponsiveness in the application of University rules and processes.

If you would like to make a report to the office click here to locate the report form.

The Ombudsman Office is an informal, impartial, independent, neutral and confidential place for community members to address concerns. This office works to provide informal assistance to resolve differences and help build mutual understanding. The University is committed to providing its community with an outlet for informally raising and addressing concerns in a confidential, independent, safe, supportive, respectful and neutral environment.

The purpose of the Ombudsman Office is to ensure that everyone at National University is heard and given the proper respect and support in handling grievances.

Faculty, students, and staff are welcome and encouraged to contact the university Ombudsman for unbiased assistance and guidance in resolving any complaints or concerns.

Examples of common issues that can be discussed with the University Ombudsman Office

Miscommunication between supervisors, coworkers, employees, and/or students

Confusion around policies and/or procedures

Ethical and unfair treatment concerns

The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7, free and confidential lifesaving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse.

You can call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) to talk with someone or you can chat online by clicking the 'chat now' button in the top right corner.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline, which provides 24/7, free and confidential support by connecting callers with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.

You can call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) to talk with someone or you can chat online here.

The DoD Safe Helpline provides free and confidential support to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones within the Department of Defense community.

You can call 1-877-995-5247 to talk with someone or you can chat online here.

There is also a group chat for survivors of sexual assault in the military to connect and support one another in a moderated and secure online environment. It is called Safe HelpRoom, click here to learn more and join the conversation.

The Center for Community Solutions' mission is to end relationship and sexual violence by being a catalyst for caring communities and social justice. Together we can make a difference.

24-Hour San Diego County Hotline: 1-888-385-4657

You can receive crisis counseling/intervention and information from trained staff and volunteers.

Services Provided:

Counseling Services

Emergency & Long-term shelter

Legal Services

Victim Advocacy

Areas of Expertise:

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

Safety Planning

Support & Crisis Counseling

Temporary Restraing Order (TRO) Information

Shelter Space Availability

Multiple locations throughout San Diego County