Sexual assault takes many forms, including attacks such as rape or attempted rape as well as any unwanted sexual contact or threats. Usually a sexual assault occurs when someone touches any part of another person’s body in a sexual way, even through clothes, without that person’s consent. Attackers commit sexual assault by way of violence, threats, coercion, manipulation, pressure, or tricks. Whatever the circumstances, no one asks or deserves to be sexually assaulted.
Sexual assault survivors
Victims of sex-related crimes on campus should call 351-2369 or go to
X109 immediately. We work with our Counseling Center, as well as with
outside agencies, to offer victim advocacy to survivors of sexual
assault and to provide educational programs about sexual assault.
Sex Offender Search
State law requires that we inform students and employees on how to learn the identity of registered sex offenders on campus. To learn the identity of registered sex offenders anywhere in Illinois, visit the state-maintained
Sex Offender Database. There, you can search by city, county, or ZIP code. Parkland College is located in Champaign County, IL, ZIP code 61821. Call 351-2369 if you need further assistance.
Safety Tips & Resources
Be Aware, Be Safe
- Take advantage of our 24-hour campus Police Escort Service. Call 351-2369.
- At night, walk in groups of at least two and stay on main walkways.
- Familiarize yourself with the location of emergency phones.
- Be aware of your surroundings and what is going on around you.
- Do not hesitate to report suspicious individuals or activity.
If you see it - Report it! Call 351-2369.
Self-Defense Training
- The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. Instructors and provide each student with a workbook/reference manual. Once you has completed a R.A.D. basic program, you may attend any national R.A.D. program for no charge. Email Sgt. Yvonne Meyer or call 217/351-2369 for registration information.