Video: Male Victims of Rape and Survivorship

Brendan Yukins from Rape Victim Advocates discusses the most common reason for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in men: sexual violence. Society at large stigmatizes men who have been raped, from joking about them in the media to denying male victimization in the criminal justice system. Brendan will be delving into American masculinity, how it compounds trauma… Continue reading Video: Male Victims of Rape and Survivorship

Upcoming Event: Male Victims of Rape and Survivorship

Don’t miss this event. Brendan Yukins from Rape Victim Advocates will be speaking about the most common reason for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in men: sexual violence. Male Victims of Rape and Survivorship Thursday, April 5th, 11am-12:15pm, Building L, Library Lounge Brendan Yukins from Rape Victim Advocates will be speaking about the most common reason for… Continue reading Upcoming Event: Male Victims of Rape and Survivorship

Readings from We Believe You: Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault Speak Out

The MVCC Forensics Team (speech team) perform sections of the book We Believe You: Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault Speak Out by Annie E. Clark and Andrea L. Pino. This event is intended to give voice to the survivors in the book. This event is part of our One Book, We Believe You program. Selections… Continue reading Readings from We Believe You: Survivors of Campus Sexual Assault Speak Out

Sexual Violence in America’s 20th Century

Sexual violence has been an often present and yet often little recognized component of American history. Associate Professor Josh Fulton examines the role gender has played in the American story in the 20th century, and how prevalent sexual violence was throughout key periods in this time in America–from the ‘Jazz Age,’ the Jim Crow South,… Continue reading Sexual Violence in America’s 20th Century

Hot, Warm, & Cool: Healthy Romantic Relationships

Over the centuries love has been described and defined in many different ways. Intimacy, passion and commitment are the warm, hot and cool elements of a healthy romantic relationship. Join us for an overview and discussion about what comprises a healthy romantic relationship and learn what prevents you from having the relationship you want and… Continue reading Hot, Warm, & Cool: Healthy Romantic Relationships

Progress in Stopping Sexual Assault? #MeToo, Public Outcry Finding a New Normal

Recent high-profile sexual assault/harassment revelations in politics, entertainment, and journalism has shifted the national conversation, asking us to reckon with the structures that normalize harassment, protect abusers, and silence victims. This faculty and staff panel will discuss this current wave of accusations and its roots in rape culture, taking into consideration how we arrived at… Continue reading Progress in Stopping Sexual Assault? #MeToo, Public Outcry Finding a New Normal

Are You A “Sexpert”? Sexual Health for College Students

We welcomed special guest Patty Murphy, M.S. CADC to speak about sexual health. Topics may include consensual sex, communication, STD/STI prevention, obtaining consent, and dispelling sexual myths and misconceptions. This event is part of our One Book, One College program on the book We Believe You. Are You A “Sexpert”? Sexual Health for College Students… Continue reading Are You A “Sexpert”? Sexual Health for College Students

Spring Public Events: Sexperts, Assault, Mental Illness, Climate Change, and More

Check out our listing of upcoming programs for the Spring 2018 term. Timely topics! All are free and open to the public. Are You A “Sexpert”? Sexual Health Workshop for the College Student February 1, 12:30pm-1:45pm, Building L, Library Lounge We welcome special guest Patty Murphy, M.S. CADC to speak about sexual health. Topics may… Continue reading Spring Public Events: Sexperts, Assault, Mental Illness, Climate Change, and More

Event Video: Understanding Violence within the LGBTQ Community

Rachel Tillman from the Center on Halsted reviews the unique and specific issues of violence within the LGBTQ community and how they differ from heterosexual communities. She focuses on the areas of domestic violence, sexual assault, and hate crimes. She also provides tips and resources to those working with LGBTQ people who have experienced violence.… Continue reading Event Video: Understanding Violence within the LGBTQ Community

We Believe You Program Featured on Palos Heights TV

This year’s One Book, One College program on the Book We Believe You was featured on PHTV4 in Palos Heights. You can watch this on their YouTube channel. This was a nice opportunity to share our program with the larger community. One Book, One College Featured on Meet with Moraine

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